RECD: March 2025G

Background

Procudere

This is a preregistered experimental manipulation of CWV in the workplace.

Participants were shown the following:

We have previously asked participants on Connect to describe their workplace and an episode involving their manager. Today, we will show you a response from one participant and ask for your thoughts about it.

We first asked participants to describe the general atmosphere of their workplace. In the following page is what one participant wrote:

HIGH CWV CONDITION:
Where I work is pretty cut throat and competitive. you cant trust anybody. Success is all about taking advantage of others where you can and not letting other people play you for a sucker. to get by,you need to know how to play the game better than everyone else.

LOW CWV CONDITION:
Where I work is pretty supportive. you can really trust other people and it feels like other people trust you. the people who get ahead are collaborative and honest.it’s a culture of cooperation, people go out of their way to help eachother. success is all about teamwork.

Then, participants completed a workplace version of CWV, as a manipulation check.

Then, they reflected on how they would behave in this workplace:

Try to picture yourself as a manager in this workplace, supervising workers in this environment day after day. And imagine that this culture or environment is something you have to operate in, not something you yourself could change.

In the space below, please write 1-2 sentences about how you would act as a manager if you were in this work situation, supervising others.

[OPEN RESPONSE]

Then, they read:

We asked the same participants to describe a specific episode in which their manager wanted to get an employee to perform a task at work.

The same participant went on to describe the following episode:

One time, my manager wanted one of the other workers to get a project done faster. he said there was a big deadline and leadership is upset.i guess he was under a lot of pressure. when the manager saw th eworker taking a break, he walked over and shouted at him, he was very angry. he was like… you better pick up the pace or there will be consequences.

Then, participants completed the following measures: Open response of relationship impact, relationship impact, compliance impact, and hypothetical behavior as the manager.

Hypotheses

1. Participants in the High CWV (Competitive Worldview) condition, as opposed to the Low CWV condition, will expect greater relationship benefit (or lower relationship harm) as a consequence of managerial dominant behavior.
   
2. Participants in the High CWV condition, as opposed to the Low CWV condition, will report a higher likelihood of dominant behavior as a manager.
   
3. The relationship between condition (High CWV = 1; Low CWV = 0) and self-reported hypothetical dominant behavior as the manager will be at least partially explained by the expected relationship impact of managerial dominant behavior.

Attention checks

As attention checks, we preregistered that any non-nonsensical open-text response will be excluded from analysis. Let’s go through them here and see which ones to exclude.

Reflection on workplace environment

PID	cond	reflection
1	low	If I were a manager, I would try to show my workers respect. I would show that we are a team and that we get things done together. I would promote the workers who work hard and use them as examples.
2	high	I would present myself as a firm and strong manager. I would try to keep everyone honest, and document everything that happened so there was always a physical record. I would be polite and cordial but not necessarily friendly with others.
3	high	If I were a manager I would build good relationships with my employee and get to know their strengths and weaknesses.
5	low	I would continue the atmosphere of support. I would help my employees when they needed it, and not be quick to judge or come down on them.
6	high	I would try to mitigate the backbiting and clambering for position to the greatest extent I could and get people to do honest work.
7	low	I think this would be a great environment for a manager. It sounds like all of the employees work together to help one another and promote their business.
8	high	I would encourage growth but I would want people to be respectful. I would not tolerate bad mouthing. I want everyone to stay and work a while and create great environment.
9	low	I would feel really happy as I think this would be a highly collaborative and happy workplace overall. I think this is a workplace where you can be very open and be yourself.
10	low	Considering that there is already a culture of trust, which is rare to find in a workplace, I would simply use it to my advantage and also act based on that trust. I wouldn’t dare to show a lack of trust until deemed necessary.
11	high	In this culture of hatefulness, I as a manager would be performing as a referee more than anything else.
12	low	I would express empathy/sympathy with those in roles under mine rather than intimidation or sternness. I would probably need to be more flexible and willing to jump in and be a part of what is happening to get the best output from my team.
13	high	It seems to be a manager at this location, you need to be ready for anything. You have to stay on guard and watch for anyone trying to take advantage of any situation. You have to closely watch your employees.
14	high	I would play the game too, I would play the power game and let them know who’s in charge. I would play sides, I would have people get info for me, I would be very Machiavellian
15	low	I would make sure to do my best to make sure that our culture is good. That we can all work together, and we can bring out the good in each other.
16	high	I would be competitive, and try to get away with a bunch of things.
17	high	I would probably really struggle in an environment like this due to my personality, but I guess I would try to encourage HEALTHY competition over unhealthy competition. I would attempt to assist all of my employees to succeed, not just the most cutthroat ones.
18	high	I would try to insert little bits of health into the workplace wherever I can. However, I’d make sure my subordinates know what they are getting into.
19	low	I’m not sure I would change any. I would always treat people with respect and foster collaboration.
20	low	I would likely be more stern. Many employees take liberties with their lunch times, are late quite regularly, etc. Nothing that isn’t ultimately harmless, but still. I’d like to think though that even being harder on that, that I’d still be loved and respected like the management is currently.
21	low	This is a great place to manage. Everyone wants to work together–I just have to assign a task to a team and the work gets done.
22	high	As manager in such a competitive workspace, I would try to focus on open communication between employees and set clear expectations to make sure everyone understands their role in the company. I would try to reward people and recognize people of individual accomplishments as much as possible to motivate the sheep.
23	high	If I was in this situation I would never let my guard down. I would have to be head strong, set clear, firm expectations and be on top of everyone and everything. I honestly think it would be exhausting.
24	low	I would treat my employees with compassion and kindness. I would act as more of a coach than a supervisor.
25	low	I would act fairly and equitably towards all my colleagues. I would be reasonable and promote based on merit.
26	low	If I was a manager in this work situation, I would encourage my employees to collaborate daily in order to benefit the success of the company. I would potentially introduce bonuses based up teamwork skills.
27	high	I would be much more conscious of the team dynamic and how all of my employees work with one another. I would be clear and concise in all of the KPIs I ask of them and do my best to limit the amount of activity between them to ensure I keep a positive work environment.
28	low	I would be very forthright and honest. I would be direct and to the point.
29	low	Be chill, take suggestions/advice seriously. Don’t be heavy handed or try to force things
30	high	If I were supervising others in an environment such as this, I think not knowing how to actually make any substantive changes, I would focus most of my effort on damage control and reining in individuals to some degree. I.e. making sure nothing escalates further (to arguments, etc) than workplace competition, and attempting to deal with anything that does require HR or other intervention.
31	low	I would assign tasks to my employees equally and treat everyone with respect. We work as a team, and value their feelings and time more than anything, so I would give them extra time for projects to ensure they do not get stressed or anxious, maintaining a positive work environment.
32	low	I think I would approach this culture Socratically, attenpting to involve my team in decision-making heavily.
33	high	I feel like you would have to be a micromanager in this situation. You will have to keep an eye on everybody and what they are doing so things do not get out of hand. This seems like it could
34	low	I would try to adapt and the best that I can and not overwork or stress myself. Being able to set boundaries and make sure everyone is on the same page
35	low	As a manager in this workplace supervising my team I would make sure to praise, document successes and failures. Using the successes and failures as an opportunity for growth and improvement.
36	high	I would give hours only to the most competent employees. I would make less competent staff know their worth.
37	high	As a manager, I would do my best to make my employees feel welcomed and comfortable asking for help. Instead of trying to change culture, I would do my part to not contribute to the ‘cut-throat’ nature of the work environment.
38	high	In this workplace I would do my best to outdo any other managers. I would also ensure I am doing better than my employees in supervising to make sure I keep my job and don’t get replaced
39	high	I honestly am not even sure how I would act, this sounds like a terrible place to work. I guess I would act as neutral as possible given the situation, try to provide encouragement when it is deemed fit, but also not air the flames so to speak. I wouldn’t encourage the dog eat dog mentality, but I would recognize it.
40	high	I would keep my personal life extremely secret to my fellow employees. I would come in early everyday to look like I am the most productive when others come in later in the day. I would watch out for employees who appear to want my role and make sure they do not exceed value that I give to the company. I would value the workers I manage based on the revenue they generate and ignore their personal concerns and only focus on the job successes.
41	low	As manager I would be open and direct I would not be afraid to set the pace, steer effort, be frank with my feedback. An operating environment such as this can tend to be casual and not as fast-paced as is needed to succeed.
42	high	As a manager in this work place i’m pretty much not going to cut out my throat for anyone, i’ll just do my bit, looking at the structure of the work culture is really not worth killing yourself over. Just work smart and beat the game.
43	high	Instead of telling my employees what to do, I would have them “work it out” in a private space. Maybe I am part of this one on one meeting and maybe I’m not. I don’t really care how they work it out, but we need to get through and move along so the company can make money.
44	low	Even though I may not affect the culture of the entire company, I can control how I operate within the bounds of my own team. I would encourage honesty, integrity, and reiterate that we are held to ethical and professional guidelines.
45	low	I would support and reinforce the collaborative environment in the workplace. I would try to assign tasks as well as rewards in such a manner too.
46	low	I would focus on being open with communication and fostering this behavior with others. I would ask for transparency and provide the same.
47	high	I would make sure that I made people accountable for their actions as I don’t like a “cut-throat” environment. I would try to be supportive and squash the highly competitive nature and facilitate cooperation.
48	high	If i were manager, I would truly have to base my evaluation of the staff on performance only since I can’t change the culture. I would have to keep an eye on things I can and punish where I have the right to do so but also have to accept that people are just cut throat and expect it to continue. Results will be the determinant.
49	high	I would be upfront as a manager but not give away information that could put me at risk. I would try my hardest not to make mistakes or put myself at a disadvantage. There would be a moral line that I would watch to be broken and punish employees if they go too far. I would allow cutthroat dealings though.
50	low	If I were in the work situation and I was the manager, I would honest and transparent. I would let people do their own work without micromanaging them and foster a positive work environment.
51	low	I would get updates on progress but ultimately trust them to get shit done
52	low	i would give everyone respect and autonomy. if I am shown that they dont deserve that then I will treat them as my subordinates
53	high	I would avoid rewarding negative behaviors such as lying, cheating, and undermining other colleagues. I would foster a workplace driven based on values and processes, focusing on the end goals of the customer, not the worker. I would eliminate rewards for being “cutthroat”, and rather enact awards related to customer success.
54	high	I would put in an effort to make sure that everyone is following the rules. You can be competitive, but you aren’t going to break apart company policy or disrupt operations in our departments.
55	high	I would do my best to supervise everyone and make sure the company runs smoothly. Based on the environment of the workplace I would probably let some things slide.
56	low	As a manager in this environment, I would focus on supporting my team by listening actively, maintaining clear communication, and doing my best to protect their well-being within the limits of the existing culture. I’d aim to lead with empathy and consistency, helping my team navigate challenges while keeping morale as high as possible.
57	low	I would encourage my employees to be themselves and not micro manage them. I would be open to honest and thoughtful conversations even if they maybe different from mine.
58	high	In that environment you have to stay firm to how you manage or you will be overran by your employess.
59	low	I would attempt to be as caring and cooperative as possible. I would look for ways to assist my team and make sure that they had all that they needed to be successful. I would want their feedback and would seek their advice from time to time as well.
60	high	As a manager, I would look out to make sure that none of my employees had bad intentions in trying to take me out of my own position. I would manage with an iron fist, and would not take any disrespect to me, direct or indirect, and would not allow public transgressions among my employees without severe reporcussions.
61	low	I would focus on consistent support and good communication with them to understand what they need and they will feel valued as a worker
62	low	I would allow them to flourish in the perspective fields and only manage what I needed to get the end goal done at the end of the day. Everyone seems to have a task and knows how to collaborate and work together. They seem dedicated and friendly, so I would be the same.
63	high	I would most likely monitor the employees under my supervision to ensure that they are getting the appropriate work done while trying to maintain my position by staying vigilant.
64	high	When you delegate, you need to make sure you follow up and that everyone is doing what they’re supposed to do. When someone reports someone else, you have to assume they’re going to undermine them. Also, make sure you show favoritism to the employees that make you look the best.
65	low	I would feel pretty relaxed and productive. Overall it sounds like a really supportive environment.
66	high	I would make sure everybody does their job, and if something goes wrong between co-workers I would have them come to my office and discuss the situation. I would always have my eye on the workers, but I would be fair and always applanate and de-escalate conflicts.
67	low	I would be a supportive and helpful manager. I would listen to the employees I manage and also be a fair suppervisor.
68	high	If I were in this work situation, I would try to be as friendly to those who work under me as I possibly could be while still “managing” and making sure work gets done. If they already have a rough work environment, I would not want to make it any worse.
69	high	I would tell the employees to keep up the good work and produce. This isn’t a place for the weak.
70	low	If I were in management at this company, I would contribute to collaborating with my team. I would encourage teamwork and support among the group.
71	high	I would make sure that everyone is doing their jobs and not messing around on the cell phones, or talking unless there are no customers. I would actually write them up if they were acting against the company rules and make sure they adhere to them.
72	high	I’d probably feel powerful if indeed I cannot change anything about the environment. However, I would want people to know they can trust me and come to me with their concerns and I would not partake in the cutthroat attitude of my workplace.
73	high	If I found myself in this situation, I would try to survive by not letting others run over me, but I would not want to stoop this this type of behavior as described in this scenario. You can be strong without being ruthless.
74	low	I would act in a friendly manner and be as respectful as possible towards my fellow employees. I would encourage teamwork and collaboration heavily.
75	low	If I were a manager in this work situation, I would have an open-door policy which would allow my employees to talk to me about all work situations, positive and negative. I would also continue to foster an environment that promotes cohesiveness and solid work ethic.
76	high	This is an environment that I personally have never worked in. I do not know exactly how I would handle it but I think I would focus on what each employee was able to achieve. I personally would want to change how things run there but if I can’t I would have to focus on the success, even if I don’t agree with the methods of getting there.
77	low	I would like to be a manger in this type of environment. I like that everyone supports each other.
78	high	I would most likely be the same as everyone else. Dog eat dog. I would be strict with my employees but never too mean.
79	high	If I were a manager in this situation, I would listen to my employees carefully and thoughtfully. I would encourage them to speak up when they feel like they’ve been wronged, and provide support during stressful times.
80	high	I would still conduct myself with appropriate behavior, even if the workplace didn’t support that. I would treat my subordinates with respect.
81	low	If I work in this type of environment I would think that I could definitely operate in it. There’s nothing that I would change because it sounds like a really warming wonderful place to work at.
82	low	I would have lots of discussions with employees, to make sure they all felt heard equally. It sounds like everyone gets along and that’s great, I would just wanna make sure the less outspoken employees were being heard
83	high	If I was in this work situation, I would have to show my authority. I would need to be tough and make sure everyone is doing their job and not making any mistakes.
84	low	I am writing to let you know that I support you and your decisions but you also have to what is best for yourself. You will have to look out for yourself. Let me know if there is something you need.
85	low	Encouraging teamwork by recognizing and valuing collaboration and honesty each day.
86	low	Since this looks like a very collaborative work environment, I would be pretty flexible as a manager and allow a lot of freedom to people on my team. I would set expectations and deadlines to meet but would pretty much let people deal with their tasks whichever way they want to manage them.
87	low	I would gather everyone as a team. I would be compassion and listen so we can work as a team when we can’t change anything
88	high	If I was working in a cutthroat business, I would prefer to be feared than loved. The types that work there would be more likely to take advantage of and be less productive with a manager who promoted loved and being liked.
89	high	I would make my employees turn each other in if it helps me and the company.
90	low	I think I could definitely manage this environment. The culture there seems very nice and welcoming to teamwork and collaboration.
91	high	If I were a manager, I would try to build camaraderie amongst the workers. I would feel a little competition would be healthy, but not feel it would be worth the toll on their mental health.
92	low	I would ensure that everyone feels valued and has what they need to be efficient and happy with their work.
93	high	i would make sure it is a friendly environment where workers can voice their opinions and how they feel. also voiced their opinions if they think something works betters.
94	low	It’d be a great place to work at, based on the description given. It says you can really trust others and others trust you too, and they’re supportive. I would act the same way towards the people I manage, being supportive and collaborative, letting people know that I am there for them no matter the situation. It seems like people are used to working in teams and enjoy it, so I’d also work towards facilitating that.
95	high	I need to get my employees to work together and stop undercutting against each other. It’s important for them to work as a team.
96	low	I would be super supportive and focus on building a collaborative work experience. I would ensure everyone feels heard and seen. I would give lots of opportunities for feedback and always act in a way that my team could trust me. I would not micromanage, instead giving my employees autonomy to get their work done. I would let people speak up and would have an open-door policy should anything come up.
97	low	In this situation I would want to foster collaboration and focus on how individual contribution can work in harmony with a team first approach. I would want to have a lot of team building activities to continue to have the members bond and trust each other.
98	high	I would do my best to have employees self reflect. This may help diffuse some nasty situations.
99	low	If I were a manager in this workplace, I think I would have an easy time supervising and supporting my team. I would feel like I could trust my team to do what they need to do, and also trust that they are being honest with me if they ask for an extension on a deadline or say they need help. I think I would feel very comfortable collaborating with my team and giving them honest, constructive feedback in this environment.
100	high	I would supervise employees in a fair way and lay down my daily expectations of them
101	high	I would make sure to distribute work hours and job assignments as fairly as possible. I would make sure all employees did their job and discourage chatter.
102	high	In this workplace it would probably be smart become allies with the power players even if you don’t believe and what they stand for just to keep yourself safe… And follow the old adage keep your friends close but keep your enemies closer!
103	low	I would consider myself a team member and be willing to take on the same tasks as the people working under me. There would obviously be times when I would need to make decisions as the manager, but in an atmosphere in which there is a lot of trust, hopefully those decisions would be anticipated by everyone before they were made. Lots of things would be done and decided on as team and there wouldn’t be a lot of surprises.
104	high	If I were a manager at this workplace, I feel that there would be a lot of pressure to perform and do well. I think this would lead to a lot of stressful scenarios as everyone is trying to beat out the other person, making it highly competitive and cut-throat. As a manager in this situation, I would act neutral to most situations and approach it with an open-mind. That way, I can process the information free of judgement and make the best decisions possible.
105	low	As manager of the team, I would have a open door policy to help, mentor, and encourage a positive work environment. I would support the team with any issues that may arise and cross train when needed. Weekly meetings would be appropriate for the team to ensure transparency, questions, and debriefings of any updates from the company.
106	high	If I worked in the environment, I would try to keep to myself as much as possible. I’m not great at lying and “playing the game”, so developing relationships with others is not something I’d want to do.
107	high	I would be very assertive and strict with those that I am supervising. There wouldn’t be much mercy when it came to getting work done, either you do your job or you lose your job. No second chances, get it right the first time.
108	high	I would try to support my employees, however, I would also let them know that there are few hard and fast rules.
109	high	As a manager, I would be serious and try not to joke around with colleagues. I would document everything since it sounds like this is an environment where words could get twisted and people could lie. I would try to be fair to my employees.
110	high	I would have very high expectations of everyone that works with me or under my supervision. Anything less than the best may be criticized.
111	low	I would cultivate a culture of trust in my coworkers and subordinates, letting them know that I am available to help them and checking in now and then when appropriate, but not micromanaging or demanding tedious tasks such as documenting how you spent every second of your workday or asking permission to go to the bathroom. I would also want to give anyone who wanted it the option of remote work. Employees are adults and should be trusted to do the job they were hired for.
112	high	I would act in a very self preserving and self promoting manner. Those I supervise would above all need to not undermine me and ideally be used as a stepping stone to advance my position, even if it is to their detriment.
113	low	I would check in with my subordinates; as often as practical, to find out the best way to facilitate their success in advancing the best outcomes for the company and for them. The atmosphere described would seem to support my efforts and greatly increase the probability of success.
114	high	As a manager, if I were truly unable to change the cutthroat nature of this workplace, I would do my best to mitigate damage by overseeing my team in as just and equitable a manner as possible. If I can’t keep them from being harsh and ruthless, I can at least ensure that they comply with my expectations.
115	low	I think I would have to encourage people to treat each other with kindness. Any kind of bullying or malicious behavior would not be tolerated. The point of work is to achieve a goal and things like that get in the way.
116	high	I would have to micromanage my employees, and ensure they are doing work at all times and being productive. I would be forced to take credit for their achievements and accomplishments to ensure I have a job the next week or month. In this environment, I would have to keep up with appearances and always look capable so I would have to betray some of my subordinates for that.
117	high	If I were a manager, I would have to look the other way sometimes. Supervising would be a challenge because everyone is out for themselves.
118	high	If I were the manager I would fire everyone whose behavior did not meet job requirements. I would start looking for new employees.
119	low	It seems like the culture of the workplace is really great so I would just try to keep that alive. I would be kind and collaborative, I would offer advice and praise to others. I would just emphasize the importance of a strong team and diverse environment.
120	high	As manager, I would stay productive. I would be able to explain what I have accomplished and make sure that the workers I am supervising are doing the same.
121	high	As a manager I would look at results first, and if someone is producing, I’d cut the off the team. I would also look for extra things I can take credit for.
122	high	I would pay close attention to everything and everyone. Noting all of the things people are trying to do.
124	low	Since everyone gets along with one another there wouldn’t be an issue to discuss. Seems like a workplace environment that I would not mind supervising.
125	high	If I was a manager in the workplace I would ensure that I was kind yet respected. I wouldn’t want people to fear me but I would want them to respect me.
126	low	I would be kind and cooperative to those who are cooperative. Working as a unit rather than a separated group.
127	high	If I was managing people in this workplace I wouldn’t really try to work and catch people who are doing “wrong”. If I found out someone was doing bad things, but it benefitted the company, I would never look into it because that is throwing myself under the bus by aiding in their bad behavior and If we ever got caught I would go down with the ship.
128	low	I would help my workers get assistance and solve any solution they need using my team since we all work together here.
130	low	Everything boils down to equal and shared responsibility. Everyone has their own duties and some may share and when that is the case, each workload is equal.
131	low	I would try to make sure we remained objective and accomplished our tasks on time. However, I would also try to be empathetic, encouraging, and deliver praise for hard work.
132	low	As a manager in this situation, I would trybto instill positive values in my subordinates. Furthermore, I would seek to be ethical myself so that I am not part of the problem.
133	high	Honestly one of my main priorities would be to coach those i’m supervising on how to manage the stress. I would also maintain that high work quality is expected, and so is having basic respect for your coworkers.
134	low	I would treat everyone with respect while being their manager. And I expect to be treated the same. Everyone has a job to do and do it efficiently
135	high	I would also play the game. I would see who is most productive and reward who is the most contributing. Also I would to more 1 on 1 meetings and let them talk about there issues.
136	low	I would be a benevolent leader. I would show respect, compassion, empathy, understanding, and patience to my employees.
137	low	I think I would be open with all my workers and transparent about what is expected of each one. I would try to quickly catch instances where coworkers weren’t being supportive or working within the group well so I could maintain and foster the positive and collaborative environment that seems to work well for this group.
138	high	I would provide all the support that I can to my staff. This includes having an open door policy where my staff can come to me and discuss their professional as well as personal concerns and thoughts about the workplace, colleagues, and leadership.
139	low	I would continue to foster and open and inclusive environment. It’s important for coworkers to trust each other so continuing to make sure the office culture is like that is fundamental to the success of the organization.
140	low	As a manager in this environment, i would foster growth through praising accomplishments and looking for learning experiences in the failures. In such a supportive environment I would encourage workers to bring forward their mistakes and issues so we could all learn from them together.
141	low	I would just go with the flow and help my direct reports but know i cant really change the culture.
142	high	I would have to be confident in my approach and not let anyone take advantage of me. I wouldn’t be immoral but I would be firm and aggressive while managing.
143	high	I guess I would be under a lot of stress and feel like I couldn’t really trust my employees or the people above me. I would be suspicious of everyone’s motives.
144	high	I would keep my opinions and emotions to myself without giving in to the cut throat nature of the environment. I would be fair but aloof.
145	low	The importance of respect is difficult to overstate in this situation. People come from all walks of life and different experience levels. Respect and support are the most valuable skills I consider when I work with my team.
146	low	I would have a non-hierarchical and supportive approach
147	high	I would set limits and boundaries for staff to ensure that thier behavior does not lead to harassment or bullying. I would acknowledge the competitive nature of the work enviroment and how competiveness in the work place can increase productivity and performace.
148	high	As a manager in this work situation I would be very authoritative and harsh. I would make the rules clear and not allow any deviation from what I needed to get done.
149	high	I would try to encourage employees to resolve conflicts on their own, and not to involve supervisors or managers, if possible. I would not state this directly, but would try to influence them by asking them questions about Joe to resolve issues themselves, because it sounds like including management in issues would paint a target on the back of the reporter, and that other people who had made it to management or supervisor positions got there by being cut-throat themselves.
150	low	I would enjoy this work environment as I would not have to worry about if the workers would perform well and to their best ability. I could trust their abilities and offer my teachings if they were to need them on any issue that might arise.
151	low	If I was in this situation supervising others, I would lean into the culture and be sure to be as supportive as possible. I have personal experience getting the best out of my employees when we adopt this type of approach.
152	high	As the manager I would focus on communication and supporting the team by providing clear guidance and resources to help them succeed. I would also lead from example and stay approachable.
153	high	I would really hover over my employees shoulder and make it known that their manager is watching them at all time. I would likely contribute to the toxicity of this workpalce.
154	high	I suppose anyone working in this environment would eventually fall into the dark culture everyone else is in. It would be hard to discipline someone for the same thing everyone else is doing.
155	low	I think I would be comfortable as a manager there. It seems like it would be easy to collaborate with others and work together as a team rather than snipe at each other for petty things.
156	low	If I was a manager in this workplace, I would try to be as supportive as possible of those I was supervising. I would make sure that each employee has the tools that they need to work as efficiently and effectively as possible.
158	high	If I was working as a manager in the situatiion described where it was an extremely cut throat, dog eat dog environment, I would be very cautious of my interactions and judgements and I would try to lead by example.
159	high	I would try to show by example how to get ahead. I would expect honesty and respect from my employees.bI would earn that by showing them that hard work through team building with integrity pays off. I would not accept cruelty even though they may have been previously rewarded for that behavior. I would make rules that are fair and be strict about them.
160	high	I would treat my employees better in the hope it would trickle down. Maybe we could get the environment to change and be a more positive workplace
161	low	I would have a difficult time with my employees knowing that I couldn’t control them. It would be an environment that was not conducive to the heart of everyone or helpful to the business.
162	low	I would have an optimistic, open minded approach to managing my team. I would hone in on the fact of teamwork to achieve goals.
163	low	I would treat everybody equally and assign duties to everyone based on their specialty. The rules would be clear, as there would be no in between right or wrong.
164	low	I would foster a collaborative work environment that is built on respect and open communication. I would ensure subordinates could come to me with questions and concerns.
165	low	I would conduct myself like a leader. Getting to gain influence by making the team feel valued. I would make sure that i engaged with them and developed a relationship first so that the team wanted to follow me and not just had to follow me.
166	low	I would try to be understanding with others. Firm, yet sympathetic to their needs and wants.
167	high	I would likely not comment on the hostile work environment and might feel like I have to act the same way if I was not in a position to make any changes. I likely would do whatever I could for myself and not be concerned about my employees because they have to do what they must to survive but so do I.
168	low	If I were a manager in this work situation, I would be try to be hands off enough so my team feels trusted and feels they can trust me. I would make sure I was still available enough that they knew they could come to me even though I would have a hands-off style
169	low	If I was a manger in this workplace I would spend my effort making sure the employees feel valued and heard. I would communicate with them about their needs and thoughts about working there. I would try my best to promote positive energy and effective communication in the workplace.
170	low	In this work situation, I would treat my staff respectfully, as individuals. I would seek ways to ensure their personal success.
171	low	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would just be very helpful and attentive and present. It sounds like everyone in this workplace knows how to work together and if you have to drive, you can be successful. As a manager, I would watch and help other people progress to that level.
172	low	If I were a manager in this work environment, I would likely enjoy coming into work each day and great every person individually with a smile. When issues occur, it would likely be easy to communicate with my subordinates and get through problems with understanding and problem solving.
173	low	I would bring coffee and donuts for everyone once a week and pizza once a week. I would give everyone a hug and positive reinforcement every day. I would hand out equal bonuses every month(funds permitting). I would buy an office refrigerator and microwave for the staff with my own money. Everyone gets 4 weeks of paid sick leave every year and unlimited unchallenged sick leave.
174	low	As a manager I would make sure everyone is treated fairly and getting along. I would walk around and check I don’t hear name calling or any work drama. I also would make sure they work as a team and get their tasks done. If they have positions working alone I’d make sure they don’t need help, or check it’s a steady pace.
175	low	As a manager, I would have an open-door policy. I would ensure that communication is clear. If the team succeeds, we all succeed.
176	low	I would be clear about our aims and objectives with each workers, and list them accordingly to them
177	low	I love the idea of working in a team where collaboration is everything, because it is. Everyone wins, and everyone pushes each other to be better.
178	high	If I were a manager in this environment, I’d probably need to be even more cut-throat than the people working under me. I would probably foster this environment, pitting employees against each other, so they would be too busy or distracted to come for me and my position.
179	low	I would love working here. I would act as someone who loves their job and is willing to help others.
180	high	This sounds like a terrible work environment so I would listen to concerns but not usually act on them.
181	high	I would try my best to make them fear me cause people wor harder when they fear their superior, and try to monitor whatssoever wor id done in the work space
182	high	I would constantly be on high alert. Turn a blind eye to a lott of bad things happening and take sides with the strong parties.
183	high	i would try my best to make relations first id try to focus on how i can thrive change and improve then I’m going to pray and listen after a while id get used to it
184	low	Given the ongoing helpful culture in this company, I think I would make it a priority to team up employees who might be struggling in certain areas with employees who excel in them. It would require close observation and open communication with both those who assist in managing production and those outside of management who want to improve or who think they can help others improve.
185	low	I would make sure everybody gets along well and be able to express themselves.
186	high	I would do my best to make sure things don’t get too overboard. I know the competition here can be fierce, but I still have to look out for the well being of the employees.
187	low	Community collectivism as a management style would work well. I would focus on building the business to be a strong, supportive workplace that works together for the good of all employees.
188	low	I would maintain the practices at this workplace. The employees seem to be harmonious. However, I would audit here and there to make sure that nothing suspicious is going on since everyone is so friendly and might be getting a bit too comfortable in the workplace.
189	low	I would encourage my employees to be creative and autonomous but allow an open environment to work collaboratively. I would encourage them to feel free to come to me with questions or needing any kind of support. I would empower my employees to learn and be successful.
190	high	I would try to encourage my employees to collaborate and not compete all of the time. i would try to reward those who were nicer and helpful and not show favor to those who were cutthroat and competitive.
191	low	If I was a manager in this workplace I would be there for my employees whenever they need help. I would make sure my employees treat each other with respect and kindness.
192	high	I would probably order the workers to do things that would not jeopardize my position within the company. I would look for the most able, the strongest, to ally myself with to ensure that the strongest stay at the top.
193	low	I would make sure to communicate well and be transparent with my employees. I would make sure to collaborate with them and help them develop professionally.
194	high	I would be very uncomfortable; I would try to look at other written reviews by managers for their direct reports to get a sense of the tone people work under.
195	high	I would try to help my staff meet goals, but also try to continue to see them as people, not as just cogs in the machine.
196	low	I would try my best to be someone my subordinates can come to for help. I think I would want to be open and kind.
197	low	I would make sure that my team has everything that they need to be productive throughout the day. It would be easier to delegate tasks since everyone seems to be cooperating much more closely.
198	high	I would be strict but kind. I would not be a cruel manager and keep pushing the current status quo.
199	high	I would want my team to be as effective and efficient as possible. I would hope to end all the cutthroat happenings but it won’t be completely gone as I imagine it will be part of the culture. Team building will be imperative.
200	low	If I were the manager in this workplace, of course I would join in on the cooperativeness they exhibit as it is key to the firm’s growth. And also I would ensure to be a mediator who picks no sides whenever there is an issue between members, as this will help in preventing potential disunity.
201	high	Without changing the culture (as I cannot), I would supervise others and encourage success by promoting development opportunities and trainings, meeting one-on-one with workers, and making sure things don’t get out of hand.
202	high	This would not be an ideal work scenario for me. I would ideally build a collaborative environment on my team, but I would also make sure my employees know who is in charge and not to cross me
203	high	I would try to be as helpful as I could to my employees but apparently I would have to watch my back because it sounds like it’s every man for himself
204	low	I would encourage honesty, collaboration and freedom. Fostering a supportive and flexible environment would be beneficial
205	low	This person described almost the perfect environment. So I would do my best to manage effectively while giving support to my coworkers. Doing my best to achieve the goals of the company and its workers.
206	low	I would supervisor others by othering support, while also trying to boost morale and get the job done.
207	high	I work with a software developer team. If this is the case I will establish small meeting with the team on a daily base. I will encourage team-work which will ease the competition and force the members of the team to know each other better. Also, I will organize outings once a moth for the team to relax and know each other better
208	high	As a supervisor working in a cutthroat workplace environment, I would be focused on the team completing their goals because that would directly affect my reputation as a manager. I would encourage collaboration and respect for others but if that is something I couldn’t actively change then I’d focus more on each worker’s performance.
209	low	If I were a manager in this company, supervising workers in this environment day after day, I would actively contribute to maintaining this culture, encouraging mutual support and trust among employees. I imagine it would be quite rewarding to manage this group of employees.
210	low	I would feel good about supervising others. I think it would be a great role.
211	high	As a manager I would have to take advantage of my leadership role and my control over others to be able to get me further in my career and get promotions. I would probably have people do more work or things for me that would help me.
212	high	I would hate it. I am the opposite of this. People hurt me all the time and I never hurt other people. I guess I would do my best, since you say I can’t change anything there. Maybe I would be seen as a breath of fresh air though since I wasn’t acting like everybody else? I would not want to reward this kind of behavior.
213	low	I would fit right in and would continue to foster that goodwill and would make sure to cooperate with everyone
214	low	As a manager in this environment, I would focus on fostering trust and open communication, while balancing fairness with assertiveness. I would lead by example, encouraging collaboration but staying vigilant to ensure that employees feel supported yet accountable.
215	low	As a manger, I would lead my team by making everyone feel welcomed and heard. I want everyone to be able to share their thought, opinions, and ideas without being scared, so I would try to supervisor others by creating a supporting environment.
216	low	I would act in a fair and reasonable manner. I would make an effort to be inclusive and support my co workers as best as possible.
217	high	I would be suspicious of everyone. Always questioning what employees are doing and their motivations.
218	high	Since I have to accept this negative practice I would be just as cutthroat. I would use my employees to my advantage to either move up in rank or secure favors from lower ranked employees.
219	low	As a manager I would focus more on delegating work and developing the team rather than trying to micromanage. If there is trust among the team I’d rather nurture that culture rather than imposing myself.
220	high	I would pay attention to the employees’ end results, rather than monitoring the moves they took to get there.
221	high	As a manager, I would do my best to ensure that workers are doing the work they are required to do, but I would also recognize things are not going to be perfect. I think as long as the company can still run and not go bankrupt, it works.
222	high	It would be hard to work here because everyone is so harsh and selfish. I would work hard to try and make it a nicer place to work.
223	high	I would make sure to only look out for myself at that point seeing as everybody else is doing the same. If there was a way to get a promotion and only I knew about it I would probably keep it to myself so I could get ahead and leave everyone else behind. It sounds miserable.
224	high	In this environment I’d never bring my lunch to work, only use sealed containers from a vending machine, park under a bright light and security camera, keep my phone recording conversations, a detailed notebook, and never tell the truth of my feelings to anyone. I’d prepare for testifying in court and pad my resume to escape as soon as possible.
225	low	I would continue to foster the current workplace atmosphere. I would encourage others to work together and be open with each other.
226	high	As a manager in this situation I would try to emphasize fairness. Provide perks to being honest and drive in the idea that we are a team and you cannot take advantage of your teammates for personal gain. Offer incentives to solid teamwork and employee cooperation.
227	low	i would act with compassion and fairness. i would treat each team member with respect and ask for their inputs whenever possible.
228	high	In this situation, I would rule with an iron fist. No empathy and no sympathy. If you are not doing your job you have to go! I would have to be competitive and not take anything from anyone. No excuses either work or get out. There would be no exchange of private information unless being nice was to my advantage.
229	low	I would try to just go on about my day and brush it off.
230	high	If I were the manager and I could not change the environment, I would learn to adapt myself to it over time and attempt to change it from within. Competition is a good thing, but there is healthy competition and unhealthy competition.
231	low	I would try my best to trust my employees and help whenever possible. I need them to be able to feel respected.
232	high	I would focus on maintaining efficiency and ensuring tasks are completed on time while keeping an approachable demeanor. I would also strive to keep the team motivated and provide clear instructions even if I could not change the environment.
233	high	I try to elucidate who is actually doing useful work and who is not.
234	low	I would be happy to work with these employees. They all seem to get alone and do their jobs well.
235	high	How I would act as a manager in this work situation is that I would assist my subordinates in their labor through a hands-on approach, or to lead by example. Not only does a manager helping his subordinates help to speed up the rate of the labor, but it also boosts morale and they are more willing to work better when alone, knowing that I would have their back in any moment.
236	low	If I were in a managing position, I would lead by example, ensuring that my team felt supported, motivated and valued. I would communicate clear expectations while fostering a collaborative environment where everyone could contribute their strengths.
237	low	As a manager I would make sure people were treated fairly and everyone was enabled to do their job. I would encourage everyone to help each other to achieve the main goal of a functioning business.
238	high	Since I can’t change it I would make sure that they know that I am their manager. I would have zero tolerance. I feel as though I would need to be feared by those that I supervise otherwise they will turn on me too.
239	low	I would act to help support each person whom I supervised ti ensure efficient and quality production. It seems this workplace thrives with collaboration so i would try and support that sort of environment.
240	low	As a manager in this cooperative and trustworthy setting, I would place a high value on candid communication, promote teamwork, and acknowledge staff members for their accomplishments. To make sure that everyone feels appreciated and inspired to work together, I would set an example by encouraging an environment of integrity, collaboration, and support.
241	high	This would be a difficult place in which to be a manager. The most you could hope for would be to separate people so that animosity would not completely permeate the environment.
242	low	I would do my best to lead by example and be a positive presence.
243	high	As a manager, I would provide constant feedback to my subordinates that mainly outlines mistakes and what they can do to improve. To succeed I would ensure that I do everything in my power to make myself look better as a supervisor even if it may not benefit others.
244	low	I would recognize the importance of collaboration in this environment and dedicate time for employees to bond. Culture days and outings together to encourage friendships would be provided
245	high	I would listen to the needs of all employees and provide fair treatment based on performance. I would act professionally and report any inappropriate conduct to senior leadership.
246	high	I would make sure that everyone had a common understanding that we are to work as a team. I understand the competitiveness of the work environment but at the same time we are to remain calm and professional at all times.
247	high	I would do my best to make sure each person was as successful as they could be while trying to monitor those who take advantage of others.
248	high	While I would allow the environment to exist as is because I am unable to change it I would still go out of my way to ensure that company policies are being followed appropriately and any deviation would be dealt with as severely as possible. I find in “cutthroat” works places that a lot of the times boarder line illegal situations happen often.
249	high	As a manager in this type of workplace, I would focus on how to make the competition less toxic and how to put the competitiveness to better use for the organization through team work and delegations. I will try to be proactive as possible and be cautious in dealing with my subordinates.
250	low	I would aim to be an open and collaborative manager. I would want to reflect and deepen the culture of collaboration.
251	high	I would always be on the lookout for someone trying to backstab me. I would have to have both eyes open all the time.
252	high	I would still be as fair as possible. I would be kind, but would not be too personal or friendly with my team, as it seems like most people are out to only advance their own careers.
253	low	I would try to encourage my staff to excel and work together on solutions. I would make sure they have what they need to succeed and look forward to get to know them individually.
254	high	I would try to change the culture by being kind and honest. I would stand by my word and create trust between me and my employees.
255	high	I would trust noone and always have a paper trail of proof when dealing with employees.
256	high	If I was a manager in this kind of work environment, I would keep to myself. I would always keep an eye out and distrust others. I would be strict and rigid with my own team and I would be combative with other departments
257	high	I would do my best to make the environment light-hearted. I would make sure that I kept an eye on everyone.
258	low	I would be delighted to see this attitude brought into the workplace. Collaboration is key to success.
259	low	i would tell everyone to respect each other, get along, work together. We dont have to like each other but we do have to respect each other.
260	low	I would probably love to work there because the cooperation would probably lead the others to motivate one’s self and others to get things done.
261	high	My priority would be to keep those I manage protected from workplace abuse, using all policy and employee rights to my benefit. I am not interested in “playing the game” for personal gain but would learn the rules to ensure those on the bottom don’t get screwed.
262	low	If I was manager at this establishment, I would make sure to acknowledge my workers problems and see to it that they are getting the support they need. I would try to make sure that nobody is left out and everyone is getting the help they need or questions answered.
263	low	I would make sure everyone feels happy, safe, and works together as a team. I want to create a healthy environment where everyone respects each other’s ideas.
264	high	I would be an open ear to listen to all of the employees issues and struggles. I would do my best to be a mediator and help out where I’m needed.
265	low	As a manager in this supportive and collaborative environment, I would prioritize open communication and team building activities to strengthen trust among team members.
266	high	I would be sure to watch my back, and make sure I am documenting my actions successfully so that I am safe from the ruthless work environment.
267	low	I would be totally trusting of my workers and their teams. I’d lay out general goals and targets and let teams solve them as they saw best.
268	high	It would be a very toxic environment where you would need to walk on egg shells on the daily. I think It would be very difficult for me personally to manage an office like this because I dont like confrontation. I think there might be a good amount of closed door or off the record complaints from my employees. It would be hard to manage but as long as the work is getting done Im sure the higher ups woudlnt care.
269	low	I would not enjoy working in an environment such as the culture hurts others.
270	low	If I was a manager, I would try to be supportive to my employees and help them when they are struggling. I wouldn’t act as if I were better than them and I would give them the skills to grow.
271	low	I would really want to build some inroads with my teammates. I would like to make sure that I took care of them
272	low	I would be trusting of my employees, I guess. I would expect that the employees submit work on time and treat each other professionally, but I wouldn’t really double check given the environment of trust.
273	low	As a manager I would support my employees. I would expect everyone to treat each other equally and support each other. I would not have preferences or treat others unequally.
274	low	As a manager in this workplace, I would make sure those I supervise know I am “in the trenches” with them and willing to do all the tasks I ask of them. I would lead with honesty and integrity, kindly holding others accountable.
275	low	I would allow the team to continue to work together efficiently because they seem to have an excellent dynamic. I would take a proactive role in supporting them, filling transient needs as they arise, and facilitating maximal efficiency.
276	high	I would be understanding of actions as long as no physical harm comes to anyone and nothing really bad
277	high	I would be the boss, not a friend. I would monitor the employees fairly closely to discourage them from cheating.
278	low	A collaborative culture and environment is good, but I would make sure the workers are meeting their goals and targets efficiently
279	high	As a manager in this environment, without knowing the actual type of the work performed I would focus on the final outcome of tasks being completed on time and essentially ignore the process my employees used to get the job completed. I’m not sure I would enjoy or stay very long in this work environment.
280	low	I would instill a sense of trust in those whom I supervise, and keep any criticism productive, knowing that this tends to be reciprocal. I would also try to stay positive as a way of maintaining strong morale.
281	low	I would try to be kind and understanding, yet firm and in charge. I would let the little things slide but still make sure all rules are followed.
282	low	It would be a great evnironment to work and supervise beacause these people seems like they would make life and working easier for me. As they are supportive of each other and cooperative to help themselves out.
283	low	I would try to be supportive and encouraging so the employees would be glad to come into work every day. I would continue to support their efforts at team work.
284	high	I cannot picture myself employed in an office job or working as a manager. I will say that if I were the manager in this situation I wouldn’t take any shit from them. Excuse my language. In no way would I allow any of my subordinates to get the upper hand over me. I would make it clear that everyone is expected to work cooperatively with one another or they can find another job.
285	high	I would observe how the employees interact with each other and use the clture of the workplace to get more out of the employees by actively letting them know that the are in direct competition with the others. I would use a higher status and promises of more compensation as rewards to get the most I could out of workers.
286	high	I’d focus on being a solid, steady and supportive supervisor for my team. I would shield them as much as I could from the toxic atomosphere. I’d work with them individually to help them get through this. Even if i couldn’t change the system I’d want them to feel like they had at least one sane person who respected them.
287	high	I would keep an eye out for my own situation and try to discourage any unethical or ruthless behavior. I would definitely be looking for a new job.
288	high	I would let the team do what they needed to do to get the job done.
289	high	I would take advantage of others and lie to them about their job performance in order for them to work faster and so I can increase my chances of getting a promotion or raise. No one at this workplace seems trustworthy, so I wouldn’t care too much about them.
290	high	If I were in this work situation, I would be a ruthless manager. Everything would be very cutthroat.
291	high	I think I would be miserable. I don’t want to be fearful of losing my job on a daily basis. I would continue to look over my shoulder at what other employees are doing and how they may be trying to take my job out from under me. I would expect the best from everyone and I assume the workplace would be filled with drama and maybe some arguing.
292	high	It would be horrible working in this environment, let alone as a supervisor. I would lead by example through ethical and honest behavior. I would also hold those employees accountable for improper work behavior or any behavior that could potentially be grounds for termination.
293	high	I such a competitive environment, I would actually try to turn the tide by acting with integrity and professionalism, setting clear expectations, and rewarding merit fairly.
294	low	I would focus on fostering open communication, encouraging collaboration, and ensuring that each team member feels valued and heard. My role would be to provide guidance, support, and resources to help my team succeed while creating an environment where everyone can thrive together.
295	low	I would listen to my workers concerns and ideas. Creating an open environment while adhering to rules and regulationsz
296	high	I would do my best to encourage and foster a subtle spirit of teamwork, and better enforce policies which are meant to reach that goal. At the end of the day, though, it’s a matter of going along to get along.
297	low	I would make sure all of the employees are doing their best and collaborating with each other. I would try to reassure everyone to try and share ideas with each other.
298	high	This would honestly be a tough environment to work in. I’d try to be as fair as possible and try to be as honest with employees as possible. If I saw bad behavior I’d acknowledge it and let the person know that wasn’t the right decision or action.
299	high	As a manager my only goal would be to keep the peace and keep things running since i cant change anything.
300	low	I think I would be an assertive manager but also, I would show sympathy to my workers. I would be humble and kind to my employees and treat them with a great amount of respect.
301	high	I would try to make sure everyone is on the same page and not being problematic to others.
302	low	It sounds like this environment is pretty hands-off. It is not oppressive and micromanaged. People know their jobs and work accordingly. If issues arise, it is done judgment-free and collaboratively.
303	low	I would let my team know that I care about their career growth and want everyone to succeed. We all work towards the same goals.
304	low	I would advise people to follow what the employee said and help each other do better to make everyone chip in
305	high	The first thing I would look for is someone that I can halfway trust. How the others act I will have to keep my eye on them and not trust anyone. This is a dangerous work environment and it is hard to manage cutthroats. You never know when they are telling the truth and what the agenda is.
306	low	This would be a very smooth environment to manage. There would be clear communication, and constructive criticism would be used without worry. I would have more time and low enough stress to continue the current work atmosphere and keep peace.
308	low	As a manager in this workplace, I would be upfront and honest with people about their performance. If their performance was positive they would advance if their performance was subpar I would provide recommendations on how they can get to where they want to be in their career.
309	high	I think I would just try to survive. If it really is a place where I could not change the environment, I would probably have a hard time. I would just want everyone to get along. I would probably still encourage everyone to work together and encourage each other, even if everyone was really competitive. You might end up with the best employees and the best work if everyone feels as if they have to work very hard to survive or get ahead. If the employees are like that on their own, as a supervisor the biggest job might just be to make sure no one gets hurt or to keep peace among the employees.
310	low	I would make sure that everyone is receiving fair and equal treatment under my watch during collaboration.
311	low	You have to be genuine and honest. These aren’t children, they are adults you pay to run your business. Trust them.
312	low	In this situation I would act very supportive and grateful towards the people around me. I would try my best to feel like a trustworthy manager.
313	high	I would most likely present projects with strict deadlines, offer incentives to the highest achievers, and expect quite a bit from my team.
314	low	I would be receptive to their ideas and have an open and supportive environment for colleagues and subordinates to voice concerns.
315	low	if i was in this situation I would be happy work in a productive and supportive environment. It would be nice to feel supported by my coworkers in a setting that does not promote stepping on others to be successful. I would be confident and sure of my efforts knowing I was able to safely take risks.
316	high	I would be stern in order to ensure things don’t get to hectic or toxic.
317	high	I would try my best to cultivate a collaborative environment. I also believe it starts from the top, so I would try to be fair to everyone.
318	high	I would try to build trust amongst my workers. I would steer them toward working as a team.
319	low	It sounds like a good place to work. I would be supportive and very kind to everyone.
320	high	I would set clear expections, which will create a sense of fairness and accountability while minimizing manipulation and miscommunication. I would also encourage open door policies andha e open communication channels where employees could express concerns, share ideas or adress conflixts without fear or backlash. All in all I’d aim to create a microenvironment within my team that values, respect, transparency, and shared success, even if the broader workplace culture thrives on rivalry
321	high	I would honestly quit. This is a wider cultural issue that is not something I’d be able to fix.
322	low	I would sit down with my employees and talk about honesty and how we should all trust each other. Otherwise, they’re out we all need to work together and see how far we will go.
323	low	If its an environment that fosters teamwork, I would just let it continue as it is. Why try to change something that is working?
324	high	As a supervisor I have to make sure everyone does their job and meets their goals. There is a lot of drama but I don’t get involved. It’s very cut throat here and we all compete with each other.
325	high	I would be a fair supervisor. I would also try to form great relationship with my team
326	low	If the environment is toxic and can’t really be changed I’d just make sure the work gets done. I would see who meshes the best and assign teams.
327	high	As a manager in this workplace, I would choose to mitigate the attitude of competitiveness and require that all staff work together as a team. My actions would be based on the belief that a cut throat environment fosters hostility and disconnection rather than cohesiveness and teamwork. I would disallow the severe level of win at all costs and punish it until attitudes and behaviors changed. I would not award anyone who acted in ways that trampled another, and would instead award only those who worked as team.
328	high	I’m having trouble imagining a way I could not even subtly change the situation, but I would probably focus on mentoring and building strong relationships with people underneath me that I think would have my back, while subtly giving poor advise or burdensome tasks to others that I think would come after me. I would also sow seeds of distrust and always try to make sure somebody else was a bigger target than I was.
329	low	I would continue to support team collaboration, meanwhile I will also encourage leadership in team projects.
330	high	I would not be comfortable in such environment because anything can happen at anytime
331	low	I would try to support my employees as I would want to be supported. I would be as fair as possible and encourage them to be open and honest with me about their needs. This would hopefully breed trust and lead to better employee satisfaction
333	low	I would supervise others by giving them tasks. If they need help they can ask me anything. I will be supportive and ask them if they need any help on anything and include everyone.
334	low	I would make sure the workplace was a safe place for people to share ideas and opinions so we could work better together as a team. I would also make sure everyone was pulling their weight equally so resentment would not build between people.
335	high	I would try and act as tough as I possibly can. If it’s a cut throat environment I would not want to be on the receiving end of anything bad or negative going my way. I would take a Machiavellian approach and look out for myself above all else. I would try to consol the lower employees but any threats I would try to stamp out the best I could through transfers, etc.
336	high	I would motivate my employees by telling them they will be well rewarded for the work they do and the best employees will make it the farthest. I would tell them if there is no pain, there is no gain.
337	low	I would encourage other managers and the people I supervise to work collaboratively and see how I could help support others’ work.
338	high	As a manger I would make sure that everyone has an assigned position and a proper job to do. I would make sure that everyone knew the rules and the tasks associated with their jobs as well. I would also check to make sure that the details of any tasks are performed correctly to the best of their ability.
339	low	If I was the manager at this establishment I would enjoy coming in to work and supervising my employees. The workers are fond to teamwork, everybody gets along and makes my job as the supervisor very easy to do.
340	low	I would encourage my reports to be honest with me about how they can collaborate with others. I would make sure they felt supported. I would ensure everything felt fair.
341	high	If I was a manager in this workplace, I am sure I would be looking for another job. I would do my best to positively influence the direct members of my team and to model integrity. I would also do my best to act as a buffer between other areas of the workplace and the members of my team to shield them from unnecessary harm from others.
342	low	This is a collaborative and encouraging environment, so I would try to be a manager who models honorable behavior and concern for others while holding everyone to a high standard.
343	high	It would be extremely difficult to be a manager in this type of setting because I believe in morals and working together as a team, not cut throat dog eat dog world…BUT if I had to be the manager and I could not change the dynamics then I would discipline when appropriate and watch my own back on an elevated level. I would not reveal much or collaborate with others and I would keep my cards close.
344	low	I would encourage the status quo. I would find ways to help employees to cooperate and find solutions.
345	low	I would make sure that everyone’s needs are met and voices are heard. In addition, create a no-stress environment, and encourage people to take breaks if they’re nearing a breakdown. Encourage them to spend more time with family and friends after work.
346	low	I would use collaborative meetings that encouraged discussion and working together. Praise in public and then criticize in private, to help the culture of the organization.
347	high	Well if I was a manager then I would make sure that everyone is kept in line, and that everyone is kept fine, and not true. I think I should make everyone work just fine as they can.
348	high	As a manager in a very cut throat style work place, I would teach my team the skills necessary to survive, making sure they focus on what it is that makes them money while also showing what elevates them to the next level of their career overall. I would also work to toughen them up in terms of being let down and teach them how to roll with the punches to move to the next opportunity.
349	high	I would simply fight for my own survival while at the same time managing the possible violence. I would limit the disrespect and ensure they knew I was the strongest player in their game.
350	high	If i was in that work situation i would try and have a meeting with everyone teach them about value and what it means to love each other because i believe that when there is unity an organization moves forward but where there is disunity then the organization would fall.
351	high	If I were the manager in this environment I would take an aggressive approach. I would expect the highest standards from my employees because the next guy will be gunning for my job if I don’t perform.
352	low	As a manager I would act as a very supportive person. I would build trust and maintain integrity.
353	low	I would reenforce the team values. I would also be very encouraging and understanding. Listening to everyone and what they have to say would be very important as well.
354	high	I would create activities that would value transparency. If it’s a cutthroat environment, I can at least make sure that everyone knows where they stand at any given point.
355	low	I would motivate others with specific praise, and lead by example in my work. I would encourage teamwork, and build trust with those I manage by not growing power hungry.
356	low	I would feel confident to work with people who have the same goal as mine. Unity at work makes work a nice place to work.
357	high	I would try to be personable empathetic but at the same time I would be required to advocate for an aggressive and competitive approach by my employees.
358	low	I would be supportive of those whom I supervise and practice active listening to them
359	low	If I was a manager in this work situation, I would listen to the needs of my employees and support them in whatever way I can. I would make sure that everyone’s voice was heard.
360	low	Would have a general meeting every week to detail how everyone’s progressing with their respective projects/responsibilities. Aside from the obvious, would have an open door policy at all times as the writer emphasized the collaborative environment.
361	high	I think I would let my workers know what they need to do to succeed, but let them know they should consider ethics when making decisions.
362	high	I would do my best to act with integrity because that’s a reflection of who and what I am. I would feel depressed, angry, and anxious but would try not to disclose those feelings to others in the workplace because that will only be perceived as a sign of weakness.
363	high	My primary objective would be to secure my position, situate myself for promotion, and defend myself from competitors within my own management tier. Consequently, my direction to subordinates would be to perform tasks in a manner that enhances my reputation while undermining my peers.
364	high	I guess if I were manager here I would have no choice but to allow it as long as it’s not harming my job or others jobs or well being. It just depends on the mission of the employer and how corporate expects management to act. I personally would never willingly work for a corporate like this though.
365	high	I would tell them to all keep working hard. Worry about your work and not of your coworkers.
366	high	I would treat it like lord of the flies and pit each employee against one another.
367	high	As a manager in the workplace described by the participant, I would be very concerned about the culture. If I didn’t have the power to change the culture I would do everything I could to protect the people that I manage as a team. I would make it known that I am someone they can trust and that I’m there to help them navigate a work culture that sounds cutthroat and hostile.
368	low	In this workplace environment as a supervisor I would assist with helping and leading my workers when it would be appropriate to do so. I would act a bit reserved in order to understand the intentions of thr employees I’m managing however.
369	low	If I was a manager in the previously described workplace, I would feel right at home in a family type atmosphere. The first ten years of my work life I spent at a family owned business. In this type of culture, everyone works at supporting each other and competition doesn’t make any sense. As a manager in this environment, respect is what underlies everything we do.
370	low	I feel working in an honest and trustworthy environment is always a positive. I feel being honest would remove the any fear that an employee would have come to you with any problems they would have.
371	high	As a manager, I have to lead by example and not show my power but keep a firm hand on my co-workers. I would treat them as equal and get their input on things before I make them.
372	low	I would likely try to have a friend conversation with the people I manage. I won’t be micromanaging but rather assist them in their efforts.
373	low	As a manager, I would have high expectations of my staff, not from a perfectionistic point of view, but from a mutual respect type perspective. In other words in this environment, everyone wants to do their best, and will not be afraid to ask for help, which encourages collaboration. So, the expectation is for everyone to collaborate to foster great outcomes for the organization. I would want my staff to trust me and be able to speak openly to me about any issue that arises.
374	low	It will be a nice environment really, as they all work together to achieve a common goal, it will be nice to manage in such a place
375	high	I think that I would be a cold and distant manager in this type of work environment. I wouldn’t be friends with any of the employees, and I would keep my interactions with them only professional. I would feel a great deal of competition, even from those that I am supervising.
376	low	I think it would be a very nice workplace to be a manager in because employees look out for each other and help each other out when needed. I would endeavor to encourage such behavior and let the status quo continue.
377	low	Sounds like a great place to manage people. Everyone had each others back and is willing to step in to achieve common goals
378	high	I would be very alert at what the team is doing so they don’t throw me under the bus somehow. Seems as if this company is dog eat dog so I have to look out for myself first before my team.
379	high	Document everything that happens and keep track of what has been said or done. Without records you have no legs to stand on. this way i can make the best calls i can in a crapy situation
380	high	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would ensure that I have a set of skills that is difficult to replicate and replace. I would work to ensure that everyone working below me feels that they could not do their job without me, to help ensure that I could remain working there.
381	high	First off, I would feel sick all of the time. I can’t maintain the lying to people’s faces and merit based on ass-kissing and politicking that these sort of jobs require. So I would not be good at it. I would try and just hold my nose and enforce whatever my bosses said to do. I think it’s unlikely I would be very present or kind, as I don’t know how to be myself and not myself at the same time.
382	high	I would keep detailed personal notes on my reports to try to keep track of rivalries/misbehavior, and do my best to make it clear that sabotage of others is not acceptable. I would also be sure to get every communication in writing and cover my butt.
383	high	i would og in there everyday like i love ir there cus i have to work there and thres nothig i can really do about it…il just try to create and cultivate a good workplace
384	low	I would manage by setting a positive example of fairness and overall kindness. I would clearly communicate expectations clearly. I treat everyone equally, and not play favorites.
385	high	each day is a war. it is dog eat dog. If you snooze you lose. In these place of business you have to bring it every day
386	low	I would make an effort to understand the working style of my team, and look for opportunities to promote collaboration and teamwork in this supportive environment.
387	high	I would try to keep the peace among my workers. I would offer any guidance I could for them to cooperate and behave like normal people.
388	low	I would try to support and lead all of my employees. I don’t think people work well under fear. I have been in situations where my manger was not approachable, and I would always want my employees to be able to approach me.
389	low	I would be very happy to see my team working together to accomplish our goals. The open honesty and collaboration would keep me from wondering if task are being completed to the best of everyones ability.
390	high	I would indeed try to change things in that workplace; it’s not healthy. I would reward kindness and workers supporting others and do the opposite to problem makers. I don’t believe I should have to give up my principles just because a workplace is toxic.
391	high	I would simply do my Job. I may not be able to change the company but I do not need to tolerate open and brazen backstabbing either. The team I can manage can play by better rules (at least where I have authority). But at the end of the day if everyone’s job is getting done and they arent harming each others jobs I’d be happy.
392	low	I would be a very honest manager if I worked within that situation. I would be supportive of employees and try my best to hear their ideas and work collaboratively.
393	high	Basically this culture is toxic, but since I will acclimate to it the best I can, this is what I would do. I make sure to look out for myself. I would make sure there is no deadweight on my team, if there is I cut them lose. I also make sure there is nobody trying to seek out my job or I cut them loose as well. I will do my best to exaggerate my performance as well as the performance of my team to further elevate in the ranks of my company.
394	low	I would be hard and authoritative because you have to set a standard for your workers. This helps make it clear to do the work and be done a certain way.
395	low	I would do my best to advocate for the employees I supervise and I would trust them to do their part. I would set clear goals and expectations but give some amount of wiggle room for them to accomplish those things in the ways they see fit
396	low	I would give everyone a fair chance to be a leader. Each day we would rotate and find out what each employee has to offer.
397	high	I would try to implement successful practices that did not involve others failures and boost moral by standing by what i started
398	low	As a manager, I would try to match the vibe of the employees. I would not want to contrast the prevalent vibe and I would want to be trusted.
399	low	I would rely on my team members to do the jobs they are assigned and feel they do not need a lot of supervision.
400	high	It would be very difficult to manage people in this type of setting. I feel i would have to be very cutthroat and i feel like i would be doing tons of damage control between all the other competing employees. I would do everything in my power to bring everyone together as a team, rather than as a contest.
401	low	I would probably be nice to all employees and be friendly so instead of always trying to take off they would enjoy coming to work. I will also be a good listener and understand if they have certain situations where they need a day off or leave early without always bringing up PTO and that they need my permission to take off when they are sick
402	low	I would check in on my workers to make sure their mental health is good and that we are all on the same page. Id leave my office open for anyone.
403	high	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would act very secretive and also authoritative, I will get others, like my subordinates to do most of my works and take the credit. Since success is all that matters in this workplace, as a manager I would try to keep most helpful information to myself and use it to my advantage in order to get praise and more promotion.
404	low	I would treat people well and listen to their points of view and try to contribute to a tess free working environment.
405	high	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would probably cultivate an environment where my employees feel like they’re in competition with one another. Maybe by stack ranking or comparing results. I might solicit feedback and ideas, and pass them off as my own. That seems like the best way to get ahead in this environment.
406	high	This is a very heartless working environment, I can’t trust anyone. I will have to watch my back at all times and do the best I can do.
407	low	If I were to be a manager, I would do my best to uplift others and provide an all-inclusive environment for everyone to thrive in. I would make sure no one’s work would go unnoticed and give everyone a fair chance to succeed.
408	low	I would continue to support everyone on my team and make it a successful and welcoming place to work.

Impact on employee

PID	cond	impact_open
1	low	I would report it to HR. I do not tolerate yelling or bullying as a means of motivation.
2	high	I think most likely the worker did the work the manager wanted them to do, and they were “rewarded” for their bad behavior.
3	high	I would guess that the worker does not feel comfortable in their job. And probably hates their work environment.
5	low	I think the worker was surprised and embarrassed. He probably started working faster, but lost trust in his manager going forward.
6	high	the worker likely felt beaten down and like they were trapped in the situation they were in
7	low	I would think they would be very upset. Perhaps cry or yell back at the manager. You can never threaten a person, that is not a healthy work environment.
8	high	The manager made the person feel stupid. The manager made the employee feel bad.
9	low	I think the manager was probably having a bad day. I would assume that the worker would be a little more careful with their work, but I feel like the manager will apologize later.
10	low	Probably nothing. I am pretty sure the worker was very stressed out and didn’t perform well.
11	high	This culture at this organization seems to be so hateful and competitive, that I wouldn’t doubt if the worker didn’t turn around and slug the manager
12	low	The worker probably did what was asked of them, but would not have as much trust or sympathy for leadership in the future.
13	high	The worker was probably very upset and scared of the manager. He probably rushed to do the project and was incredibly stressed out.
14	high	The manager probably got fired for their actions. Some things you can’t do in most work places.
15	low	The manager lost the worker’s respect for doing that. I understand the stress, but there is no need to belittle your employees in front of others.
16	high	I do not think anything happened. He did the right thing.
17	high	I think the worker probably reacted with a sense of worry and panic, and started working more quickly.
18	high	I think the worker felt even less motivated and wanted to leave for a better job. They may not have had much of a choice.
19	low	I feel like the worker would immediately stop their break and go back to work.
20	low	As the manager berated and threatened punishment to the employee, the manager likely received a sort of write up from HR. While it is within a manager’s realm of duties to ensure the employees are appropriately disciplined, this was not appropriate.
21	low	The worker went back to work grumbling at having his break cut short. He finished the task resentfully. He started thinking about leaving the job and finding something else.
22	high	This person probably felt stressed and demoralized after being shouted at by the manager which could lead to decreased motivation and productivity.
23	high	The worker probably didn’t feel motivated to work harder and he likely didn’t go above and beyond after that interaction.
24	low	I think the worker got the work done but felt terrible and likely started to look for a different job. The manager may have gotten in trouble.
25	low	The manager was not punished. The worker was sad because they believed this workplace was better.
26	low	If I was the worker in this situation, I would be upset by the mangers behavior. I would expect HR to take action against them.
27	high	They likely clammed up and got very anxious. I suspect they jumped right back into the work to get it done as quickly as possible.
28	low	The worker got upset and scared. It is likely the worker quit or went to HR.
29	low	Annoyed, upset, demotivated. That kind of treatment never improves efficiency or quality in my experience
30	high	In this particular environment there were probably no consequences to the manager them self. Considering that this environment has been previously described as fairly cutthroat, I would imagine that a managing individual raising their voice or speaking aggressively to an employee is not particularly out of the ordinary, and is thus accepted or at least overlooked.
31	low	The worker must have felt anxiety, feeling scared that they might lose their job. This would demotivate the worker if anything, making them complete the project slower, or not completing the project properly due to that extra added stress and anxiety.
32	low	I think worker probably felt offended and vulnerable.
33	high	I would assume that the worker did not like that and maybe started looking for another job. Nobody wants to be yelled at like that especially when they are taking a break.
34	low	The manager should have not yelled at employee but rather see if he needed assistance to get the project done sooner
35	low	The worker’s reaction to the manager is losing trust toward them in the long run. I think short term yes they may have went back to quickly complete the project. But over all that manager will potentially lose an employee. The manager should have been more realistic about deadline perhaps.
36	high	The worker probably felt terrible for taking time to rest. They probably got upset, but still did what the manager asked.
37	high	Being targeted by a manager puts an immense amount of stress on a person. The consequences of the manager’s behavior probably took pressure off the worker.
38	high	I think the worker probably did as the manager said and stopped talking breaks
39	high	I think that the worker probably got back to work quickly with an even higher anxiety level than they previously had. I also think that the worker will probably begin pursuing other jobs at other companies if they hadn’t already.
40	high	I would imagine the worker was even more stressed about completing the task and getting yelled at. The worker may end up working slower or at the same pace but I would expect them to finish the project thru defiance.
41	low	The worker probably feared for his job and immediately went back to work. Or, at least, hurried his break and went back to work.
42	high	Would have felt embarrassed for sure, and considering how things run in this organization I bet there was no consequence for such behavior.
43	high	The worker stopped his break and grudgingly went back to work. Unfortunately, management by fear is a powerful tool. It also is a reflection of how the top down management style is at this company. It’s shut up and do your job.
44	low	The worker probably felt chastised and embarrassed by the manager. Even if it encouraged the worker to meet the deadline, the worker will never see the manager as a safe an reliable support.
45	low	I think the worker was surprised and sad that the manager would exhibit such behavior. The berating could have had an opposite effect on him.
46	low	The worker might have worked faster to meet the deadline but they would start resenting the manager.
47	high	I think that the worker would have stopped the break time and gotten back to work.
48	high	I think the worker got more serious about the project and got to work. Any time a manager approaches that way it lights a fire because most people do not want any consequences from an angry boss. I know I would do whatever I needed to finish the job.
49	high	I think that the employee will feel very distressed by the threat and do their best to pick up their work place. They will avoid having the manager see them taking any more breaks and always “look busy”.
50	low	I think the worker might have been shocked at the manager’s behavior. The worker might have stopped working or go to HR about it.
51	low	they were afraid that they might get fired for not measuring up
52	low	the worker decided to quit. they went to HR and complained about the issue, and subsequently quit. the manager was also fired
53	high	I think the worker likely resented the manager. They may have gotten that individual task done, but they likely didn’t perform at their best overall. They probably sacrificed their own well-being to meet the immediate need, and they likely started searching for another job that appreciated them more.
54	high	I think the worker would of been under a lot of stress. The manager might restrict certain workplace privileges.
55	high	The worker probably picked up the pace temporarily at work. I would imagine they would have begun to look for a new job shortly after this.
56	low	The worker likely felt humiliated, demoralized, and possibly fearful, leading to a drop in confidence and motivation. They may have withdrawn socially, become less engaged in their work, or even started looking for a new job to escape the toxic environment. The manager’s behavior probably created lasting emotional stress and a sense of mistrust.
57	low	I doubt anything directly happened as a result of the manager being inappropriate. This employee likely went back to his work quietly while being quite upset and distressed by the situation. Likely discussed it with a few trusted co-workers about how inappropriate the manager was in the situation.
58	high	Probably no consequences for the manager. Worker was probably frustrated.
59	low	The worker probably picked up the pace but there were more errors made and quality control suffered as a result.
60	high	As a consequence, I believe the worker ended up not taking any more breaks, at least in front of the manager, and probably put more effort into finishing the task efficiently, even if this was due to fear of further repercussions from the manager. The worker was most likely more stressed after this event and potentially even sad. They probably began to look more negatively towards the manager.
61	low	He was stressed and feel a lot of pressure maybe that’s why he did that
62	low	I don’t think anything happened to the manager, I believe the worker picked up his pace and eventually went through with talking to his manager about his previous behavior. There’s no reason to yell at work, nor is there a reason to put someone down.
63	high	The worker most likely filed a complaint with their company’s HR department and or decided to search for a new place of employment.
64	high	I think the worker probably hated their manager, but didn’t say anything out loud. His productivity probably decreased. The worker may have quit.
65	low	I think he had a much worse relationship with his subordinates after this!
66	high	The worker probably felt distressed and thought about ways to communicate to leadership about the way he was treated by the manager.
67	low	The manager probably got away with it as the other workers might have felt threatened if they spoke up.
68	high	I think the worker most likely realized he needed to get his act together and work at a faster pace to get their work done by the deadline.
69	high	The worker probably picked up the pace for fear of getting fired or other retaliation.
70	low	The worker was probably shocked and embarrassed about what happened. The worker more than likely increased the speed at which they were working to avoid further mistreatment. The manager may be looked at differently by the team after this.
71	high	I completely disagree with his behavior. Everyone has a right to their break and if he wants to pick up the slack to meet the deadline, so beit!
72	high	I imagine it did not help things. The worker woud have just further resented their manager and probably not done their best work. The work probably would have been sloppy just to have it done quickly.
73	high	I would assume the worker immediately got up and went back to work. The worker probably did not want to make things worse.
74	low	The worker was likely worried, angry, frustrated and also annoyed by the manager’s behavior. However, he probably tried a little harder to get his work done faster.
75	low	I believe the worker was upset and felt underappreciated. The worker probably shortened his break to go back to the tasks assigned, but he was probably upset about his manager’s outburst and did the work grudgingly.
76	high	If the environment is as cut throat as originally described I believe that this is just to be expected. While they worker may not have appreciated how they were spoken to, they knew the deadline and it was on them to make sure they met it.
77	low	I think the worker would be very upset and afraid of how they were treated and screamed at.
78	high	I would hope that the manager got in trouble for doing this. I am sure the worker was terrified and got back to work.
79	high	I think the worker probably became very panicked and frustrated. They might have gotten the work done faster but it definitely took a toll on their mental health.
80	high	I think the worker probably got the task done much more slowly because they were under unnecessary stress.
81	low	I would feel like this would be too much for a simple mistake. It’s not a workplace that I would want to work at.
82	low	The worker probably felt judged and unappreciated. Which would affect their overall attitude in the workplace and probably also their drive and willingness to to go above and beyond.
83	high	I think that the worker probably thought less of themself. They probably tried to speed up their work as much as they could, but I wouldn’t be surprised if this resulted in errors or poor quality work.
84	low	I would say that the employees lost respect for their manager. I imagine that the worker was not happy and became easily frustrated and lost respect.
85	low	The employee experienced a lack of motivation and felt anxious about their performance.
86	low	I think the manager lacked decorum and proper etiquette for a workplace environment. Talking to a subordinate that wat and threatening them is totally inacceptable. I hope that the manager got at minimum a note/warning from HR on this type of behavior.
87	low	Probably nothing happened to the manager. The worker was in shock and upset
88	high	The worker probably picked up the pace and got the project done faster. If it was a cutthroat scene, I imagine that rather than the employee getting upset and shutting down.
89	high	The worker worked harder to please the manager. The worker did not want to make his manager angry.
90	low	I would think that the worker would feel upset and pressured by the manager. He seems to be very unkind in this situation. I would think a good consequence for the manager would be to have him reported to the HR for his behavior in the workplace.
91	high	I imagine the worker would likely be in fear for their job, and picked up the pace. I don’t think they would care much about quality of work, but about finished as fast as possible.
92	low	The worker was probably discouraged and angry about the exchange, and their quality of work would suffer, even unintentionally.
93	high	i think he was told off and not allow to do soemthign liek that becuase it doesnt foster a positve work environment. the workrees would feel off or not happy
94	low	Well, since the workplace is usually supportive and it seems to foster a trusting relationship with good teamwork, I’d imagine the worker was quite shocked unless the manager is the odd one out and is rude compared to most people. I’d say the atmosphere would’ve gone bad during that day, or possibly permanently. The worker most likely reacted very negatively, although he might not have said anything out loud.
95	high	They probably picked up the pace. Worked faster and avoided getting the manager angry at them again.
96	low	I think this probably made the worker feel like they were viewed as a number instead of as a person. They likely didn’t feel motivated to work harder but instead pressured to. It likely hurt the worker to have his manager yell at him and be so angry.
97	low	He was probably called in by the higher ups and encouraged to be more supportive of his employees. He was probably told the culture of the company is important and that his actions didn’t support that and that he needs to lead with compassion and not fear.
98	high	Two things may have happened: the employee may have shut down and gone even slower. The other outcome may have been that the employee finished hastily and quality work was not comleted.
99	low	I think the worker likely did get back to work and tried to complete their project as quickly as possible. However, I also think they would have been more likely to rush through their work, and be distracted by the interaction and make mistakes. I also think the manager’s behavior would negatively impact their impression of the manager but also their role and the organization as a whole.
100	high	I think the manager was told to not behave like this in the workplace and the worker was satisfied by the response
101	high	I think the manager should have been disciplined for his behavior, however in this situation the worker was probably too scared to report him to HR. The employee felt fearful and unsure about his job security.
102	high	The worker probably was doing a task that was required by the manager and if it was delayed or not done correctly the manager could catch some hell for it so my guess is that the manager didn’t have time to adequately monitor or disperse test appropriately and probably was getting heat from higher ups and taking them out onHis team or the staff underneath him
103	low	I think the worker was probably upset, maybe even shocked. I think it would probably lead to hurt feelings. If the relationship was built on trust to the extent is sounded like in the first snippet, the worker might feel like there’s a lot of pressure on the manager and could maybe put aside the hurt feelings to help the manager out of a challenging situation. If the relationship is actually adversarial and not built on trust, the manager’s behavior may backfire and the worker may work slower.
104	high	The worker was probably taken back and had to hide their frustration during the time of the incident. The employee probably doubled down on their work and pushed to get it done faster, per the managers anger and outrage. Considering it’s such a cut-throat work environment, complaining and bad attitude isn’t going to get far.
105	low	The worker was not working as fast as expected and used a inappropriate manner to speak with the employee. You do not shout at employees or threaten in fear of consequences. The employee should have time to take a break.
106	high	I don’t think anything happened to the manager. It seems like this is how the workplace functions normally, so I’d be surprised if there were any consequences.
107	high	I would imagine the worker would be very apologetic and he would get back to work as soon as possible.
108	high	I doubt there was much done to reprimand or discipline the manager, as this behavior seems inline with what the employee views as the culture.
109	high	I am sure the worked was very upset, angry and embarrassed but could not retaliate. All workers are entitled to breaks and should be allowed to take them. I am sure the manager probably did not face any consequences.
110	high	Employee may have felt rushed and upset and feel under even more pressure and cause more mistakes to be made due to rushing.
111	low	The worker probably felt guilty, targeted, and shamed in front of everyone at work by this inappropriate outburst. I also suspect that the manager received no consequences whatsoever.
112	high	The manager likely faced no consequences so long as the deadline was met. The worker likely ended his break and returned to work, but may not regard the manager well.
113	low	The manager should not have shouted at the subordinate. A private conversation would be better, otherwise, the worker is less likely to be operating at peak effort or efficiency.
114	high	In this kind of workplace, I doubt the manager experienced any consequences. The worker probably ended his break and got back to work quickly, but he was probably seething with resentment and thinking about polishing up his resume.
115	low	The worker most likely elevated a complaint to the manager’s leadership and I imagine that the manager got reprimanded.
116	high	Nothing happened to the manager because in this environment, people are forced to be competitive and productive. The worker reacted poorly and got upset about not being able to take a break, the worker told the manager that he just wanted to relax for a little bit and the manager reacted negatively.
117	high	Nothing probably happened to the manager. They all work in a toxic environment and the only way to manage is to let things happen.
118	high	The manager approached the situation wrong and started pointing fingers , so I imagine the employee got upset and possibly quit.
119	low	I cannot imagine working somewhere like that, I can’t imagine being yelled at and would likely not want to work there.
120	high	The worker probably got nervous. They picked up the pace to avoid he consequences.
121	high	I think that the manager got away with behavior and received merely a warning about this incident fro, his manager.
122	high	The manager was probably ignored by the worker. The worker got upset.
124	low	The manager probably was blowing off steam, probably didn’t mean to use that tone of voice but the worker needs to get busy at his job.
125	high	I think the worker was less likely to do the work or to do a good job. I also think the situation harmed the employee’s relationship with the manager and likely effected their working relationship down the line.
126	low	I think nothing happened other than the manager blowing there top. Also, possibly HR being called.
127	high	nothing, I dont think anything happened as a consequence of the managers behavior, it seems normal in this environment.
128	low	I believe the worker will not go out of their way to help the company anymore.
130	low	This worker probably picked up the pace after their break. Everyone deserves a break especially when it is needed otherwise the brain cannot function. But on the other hand, the worker was probably baffled too wondering why the manager was so angry.
131	low	It probably startled the worker and caused them to feel even more pressure. This probably negatively impacted his work in the end.
132	low	The worker was probably upset, or sad. Furthermore, the worker may have felt unduly chastised, as if they had to take the brunt of the manager’s overall frustration.
133	high	My guess is that the worker was taken by surprise and did not expect that, and was shaken up by it, but did pick up the pace and finish their work, albeit maybe begrudgingly
134	low	The worker could of been upset at the manager and responded negatively back or the worker quit the job or the worker just went back to work to finish the assignment.
135	high	I would think the worker took it as an insult and just went about his day as normal. I dont think he picked up and went back to work there and then. I think he took a break where the manager couldn’t see after that verbal attack.
136	low	I would presume that the employee felt hurt and frustrated and embarrassed by the situation, but likely did in fact “pick up the pace” due to a concern about job security or even a fear of being reprimanded again.
137	low	I think the worker would have been upset by it. They may have felt as though they were being treated unfairly and the manager’s reaction was inappropriate. This could lead to resentment from the worker and less effort the next time the manager is in a pinch and needs employees to step up.
138	high	The worker may have walked out on the job and quit.
139	low	Nothing, they’re the manager, why would there be any consequences. People are too scared to be fired from their jobs to say anything and H&R works to protect teh company, not the workers, so why bother to report it?
140	low	The worked would be upset by this action. They would feel attached and unappreciated. This type of management does not produce motivated workers. The employee is likely to consider if there are better places to work.
141	low	It seemed like the manager got angry, I would imagine they fired the employee.
142	high	I think the worker may have gotten frustrated but ended up working harder. I believe he would have been afraid to report this to a higher level because it’s probably a similar culture.
143	high	Because of the environment of the place I don’t think that the manager would be punished. I think maybe the worker may feel too scared to say anything about it.
144	high	I think the worker learned to be sneakier with the management in order to avoid being reprimanded like that
145	low	The worker was very upset and discouraged to apply effort to the project. I believe as a result of the manager’s actions the worker might be looking for a different job placing the whole project in danger of missing the deadline.
146	low	it was not a kind or curious way to explore this behavior
147	high	I think that the worker felt humiliated but because this is not unsusual in this work environment, the worker probably followed the manager’s orders and promptly attended to completing the task.
148	high	I think the worker was hurt by the managers behavior, but in return picked up the pace and did not take any more breaks. They probably worked more quickly without stopping due to being afraid.
149	high	The worker probably tried to complete the project as quickly as possible, but providing the bare-minimum amount of work and quality required to complete the task.
150	low	I don’t think anything abnormal happened to the manager in this scenario. It seems to have been a one-off event that, although saddened the employee, was really brought on by upper management and mishandled by the manager. The worker’s reaction was probably more surprise than fear of penalty. The employee knows this is a good and nurturing work environment and hopefully saw the stress displayed by the manager. Hopefully the employee rushed through the work and that was that.
151	low	The worker likely felt completely powerless to do anything or speak up for himself.
152	high	He may have been issued a warning. The worker possibly felt justice for how he was talked to.
153	high	The worker probably became very scared and felt very threatened, and immediately went back to work. If I were in their shoes I would be nervous about disappointing my manager and would give up my breaks so I could work more.
154	high	I’m sure the worker went back to work immediately after feeling shamed and humiliated. I imagine the manager didn’t receive any consequence based on the culture of the business.
155	low	The workers were probably shocked, it didn’t seem like it would be fitting of a collaborative environment as originally described.
156	low	I think this manager probably broke any trust that he may have had with the worker he shouted at. Depending on the worker, shouting is usually not a good method of getting people to work harder or better. I think the worker’s reaction to the shouting was probably a negative one that was counter productive to him getting the assignment done on time while maintaining quality in their work.
158	high	The worker probably lost some moral regarding his motivation and drive to contribute to the success of the company.
159	high	I think many employee would begin to harbor resentments in this situation. Productivity may increase immediately, but in the end employees would quit and lead to a high turnover rate.
160	high	Probably upset. If it were me I’d quit and never look back regardless of the pay or benefits
161	low	I imagine that they were reprimanded by someone above them, at the very least it damaged their relationships with the people below them .
162	low	Personally, I would feel mildly bad about the manager getting in trouble but also good because what they did was unprofessional.
163	low	The worker would complete the work, but won’t complete it with full diligence. He would just try to get through with it any way.
164	low	I would guess that the manger was observed by enough employees that word got around of the outburst. Weather or not the manager was formally disciplined or spoken to about their behavior I am confident that employees felt let respect for the manager.
165	low	Probably nothing happened as leaders tend to get away with much. The leader should have been addressed and retrained as this behavior is not acceptable.
166	low	He might have picked up the pace but he was probably very resentful of the manager. He’s probably less likely to go above and beyond for that manager or to stay late.
167	high	I would imagine the worker would not put in the effort to get the project done well or correctly but simply just want to get it done so they wouldn’t be yelled at again or get in trouble. They probably just wanted to make sure that the project was done with as fast as they could and not care about how good it was or maybe not care about it at all.
168	low	I can’t guess how someone I’ve never met and don’t know at all would have reacted, but I probably would have started working even more slowly out of spite
169	low	I think that a consequence of the manager’s behavior is that the workers would start to not enjoy working there and would dislike the manager. They might get the job done faster but creating a negative environment like the manager did is obviously bad for the workers and could result in worse results long term. Other workers might not listen to them because of the way they behaved out of spite and because of the lack of respect.
170	low	The worker was probably surprised and intimidated. Being shouted at is unpleasant, but especially so in a collaborative environment.
171	low	I would think that the stress would be increased for the worker. I would also think that they would harbor some angry feelings and resentment. That’s extremely inappropriate and maybe the manager should help him out with the task rather than yell at him.
172	low	As a result of the manager’s behavior, the employee likely started the process of growing disdain towards them. I would imagine that in the future, the employee would only do what was required of them and not go above and beyond for said manager.
173	low	The worker most likely interrupted their break and went back to work. They most likely worked extra hard on the project and may have stayed overtime in order to impress the boss with their dedication.
174	low	I think the consequence of the employee of the manger’s behavior is that possible he got stressed and told others about the experience. The manager could be looked into by Hr for poorly treating the employees. The worker that witnessed it seemed nervous, but did as they were told.
175	low	I don’t believe that the manager had to deal with any consequences. The worker would have been upset with this.
176	low	Perhaps the manager needs to meet up with the project on time and simply lagging behind
177	low	The manager was likely encouraged to apologize and find more constructive ways to address such behavior.
178	high	He probably did pick up the pace. But he probably also developed very negative feelings towards the manager and/or the company as a whole, if he didn’t have such feelings already.
179	low	The manager did nothing wrong, as he needed his employee to do his job and not take breaks when there is a deadline.
180	high	I bet nothing happened to the manager since people act like this all the time.
181	high	The manager gave the person a person a project to work on and did not complete it on time and the ceo addressed the manager as been so idle and slacking on the job and the anger was been transfer to the person ad it got the attention of the whole company it was so wronding and it was discovered thata they were both having a secret affard and it gotbvthem suspended
182	high	The worker would be under high stress, feel suffocate, bullied and rebellious. The worker would probably pass on the frustration they feel to the other team members.
183	high	nothing much the worker took it like a man and tried to speed up his pace i don’t think it a problem really, just to understand the man
184	low	In this situation, I think the employee who was shouted at now had more pressure put on them in a situation where they already felt a lot of pressure. This probably led to them rushing to finish whatever the task was at the cost of quality of the outcome and their own personal well-being or mental health.
185	low	I think the worker would be very shocked. He might lose respect for the manager.
186	high	The worker was probably taken off guard. They probably then immediately stopped heir break to resume work out of embarrassment and obligation.
187	low	The worker felt very uncomfortable and likely felt like he wanted to hide. He likely reapplied himself to his job duties as appropriate.
188	low	The worker was probably startled. Maybe this incident stressed them out even more and they proceeded to rush on the project. This incident probably stuck in the worker’s mind for quite some time, and not in a good way.
189	low	If I were that employee I would feel even more pressure which would effect my overall performance. I would get the project done, but I can tell you it would be filled with mistakes. After submitting it I would continue to fear especially once they review it. I know either way I, the employee, am going to suffer from some kind of negative consequence.
190	high	They probably won’t like or respect this manager as much. They probably won’t be open to helping the manager out if they ever need it and might even start looking for another job or team.
191	low	The worker probably just took the beratement. They may or may not have said something back. And depending on the reaction it either motivated them to meet the deadline or they decided to take their sweet time and miss the deadline.
192	high	I doubt anything happened to the manager as a consequence of his behavior. It sounds like the workplace is highly toxic and this thing happens regularly. I bet the worker began looking for a new job though.
193	low	The worker was probably offended and any motivation they had to work harder or faster was probably lost due to the negative treatment from their manager.
194	high	I would imagine the worker got the job done and didn’t take as many breaks but I would also assume that they began looking for a new job at a new company.
195	high	The worker probably worked faster but would have been embarrassed and the product may have been rushed and not as high quality. Speed would have been the most important thing.
196	low	Probably nothing and the worker was probably irriated.
197	low	The worker, in this situation, would probably be caught off-guard to the manager shouting. They may either react agreeingly or disregard the manager’s temper and demands.
198	high	I think they were reprimanded in front of everyone. The worker must have gotten very upset.
199	high	Hopefully the manager was talked to about his tone but it is commonplace for some people to not be effective communicators. The worked couldn’t help but be a little hurt.
200	low	I think the worker’s reaction would only have been to grudgingly complete the task without ensuring perfection in it.
201	high	The worker was probably quite shocked, and the manager likely scared other employees in the office. The worker probably got right to work. I would be looking for another employer after something like this. The manager is to blame.
202	high	It depends on the worker’s mentality. They might just flipdesk and also react rashly, or they might have a fear-based response and comply.
203	high	Probably nothing happened as a consequence of his behavior. If I was that worker I would quit. It’s not worth being that stressed out. He better get paid a crapload of money to have to deal with that.
204	low	The worker felt upset but also understood what was at stake and went to work, anyway
205	low	Either of two ways: The worker could become belligerent at the outburst. Or the worker could become frightened at the consequences. Both outcomes pretty negative. And also giving those same reactions to all other coworkers not immediately involved.
206	low	I think the manager was in the wrong and eventually apologized to the worker.
207	high	Most likely was stressed out. For the rest of the day, he will not be productive. he probably felt embarrassed in front of his coworkers.
208	high	I imagine the worker was probably intimidated by the manager’s response and went back to complete his assignment out of fear of losing his job. The manager seems like he has a pattern of this behavior and probably consistently pushes the workers to finish their tasks at any cost.
209	low	I imagine that he has been warned by his superior by his arbitrary attitude.
210	low	I think there should be disciplinary action against the manager. What he did was wrong.
211	high	I think that the worker would have been very upset and would not have necessarily increased his work speed but would have had a lot of animosity for the manager and thought about how he could get revenge or get back at the manager to benefit himself.
212	high	The worker was probably getting tired of working there at this point. The worker clearly isn’t going to like working with this manager. He may temporarily get his act together and work hard since he was just whipped, but in the long run, the worker probably isn’t going to be happy.
213	low	The employee likely ended up leaving or quitting on the spot due to the disrespect
214	low	The worker looked shocked and embarrassed after being yelled at.He became quiet and withdrawn for the rest of the day. Although he trued to work faster, you could tell he was stressed and distracted. I think the outburst made him lose confidence and feel uncomfortable around the manager.
215	low	I believe the worker must have been scared and ashamed at first when the manager yelled at him or her. This worker just got yelled at in front of everyone for doing a poor job at work, so that is very embarrassing and scary to deal with. Now I think the consequences of the managers behavior should be having to speak with HR and work out on how this will not happen again. But I do not think that happened because most workers would just ignore it and try not to make it worse. So most likely the manager had no consequences because the coworker got scared and just got right back to work.
216	low	I think the worker ultimately tried to work faster. I hope that the worker also reported his boss for rude behavior.
217	high	The employee reported the manager to HR for harassment and a hostile work environment and he was disciplined.
218	high	Two outcomes might have happened. First maybe the employee who was yelled at then purposely slowed down even further to make the manager mad. The second was the employee heeded the warning and worked even harder and quicker for fear or retaliation.
219	low	The worker was discouraged. They may temporarily work harder but long term it’ll affect their performance and desire to go above and beyond.
220	high	The worker was probably upset. But due to the cutthroat environment of the workplace, they would have worked harder to meet the deadline, stressing themself out.
221	high	The worker probably got really stressed out, affecting their work. I’m not sure if the manager faced much consequences for it though.
222	high	I think that the employees probably hate the manager now, and while they will probably work harder in the short term they are probably looking to leave their jobs in the long term.
223	high	Well if I was the worker I would just stop doing any of the work after that blatant and public disrespect and I would contact H.R or anyone above this guy just to mike his life worse.
224	high	The surrounding employees grumbled but worked harder to keep their jobs. The worker probably went right back to work but talked about it later to other people.
225	low	I believe the yelling caused stress in the employee and may have caused embarrassment. The worker may have not been able to work at their peak after this.
226	high	Consequence likely was the manager not offering future projects to this worker and giving more to people who he likes better. That’s a really bad situation for the employee in question and must have made them feel terrible and pressured.
227	low	the worker most likely was displeased and considered quitting. being harsh does not increase productivity long term.
228	high	The worker became terrified of the boss and he either left the job or ran to his desk to start work immediately. I don’t think anything happened to the manager because of the work environment being so cut throat.
229	low	The probably got written up for how they treated the worker.
230	high	The worker more than likely did as the manager asked and simply lived with that embarrassment. They probably also understand the environment they work in.
231	low	The worker was upset and frustrated. It was clear that the manager was under a lot of pressure.
232	high	The worker most probably felt frustrated, which could have affected their general performance and attitude towards work. They might have started doubting their abilities hence making more mistakes.
233	high	The worker probably did his work quicker but with a lesser quality.
234	low	I think the manager got fired and I think the employee reported the manager to HR.
235	high	I think the worker may have resigned in due time, as very few people are willing to work through that kind of treatment. It is much easier to find new work than to mend a professional relationship sometimes.
236	low	The worker who was reprimanded might have felt humiliated and became resentful. It could also have resulted in complaints to HR.
237	low	Hopefully the manager was properly punished for his unacceptable behavior. Yelling at an employee is unacceptable, especially in a situation like this.
238	high	I am sure the manager later felt bad, however I understand his behavior. It is hard to work with people that don’t carry their load and slack off. We’ve all worked with them at some point and been frustrated. Hopefully the manager did apologize but also hopefully the worker starts to see how his laziness affects his coworkers.
239	low	The worker became more stressed and was livelier to perform poorer. This also likely broke down trust and collaboration ik the workplace.
240	low	After being yelled at, the employee probably felt anxious, ashamed, or unmotivated, especially in a high-pressure setting. Although they may have attempted to work more quickly out of fear, the manager’s rage may have also resulted in animosity, low morale, or even a decline in output. This kind of conduct has the potential to erode trust over time and produce a hostile work environment.
241	high	The worker probably growled back but eventually got on to the task, because rudeness was part of the work environment and worker had probably adapted to it by this point.
242	low	The worker probably had a negative reaction because you need breaks. It’s the law.
243	high	As a worker, even if I have a lot of work and a tight deadline, I am still allowed to take an appropriate number of breaks during my shift. I would feel irritated and disrespected to be talked to in such a manner. If my manager has a question or concern they can bring it up in a calm and respectful manner. If a manager shouted at me in this way I would definitely discuss his behavior with his superiors.
244	low	The worker either harbored fear or anger toward this rude manager and it affected their relationship
245	high	I would think the worker would get scared and get to work right away. Then after the project would be completed, they might also file a complaint against the manager for their behavior.
246	high	I think that the worker may have reported the manager’s insulting and unprofessional approach to the behavior they experienced. They may go in to address this concern with HR if they are humiliated enough!
247	high	I don’t think anything happened to the manager. The worker probably was a bit fearful and got back to work right away,
248	high	The worker probably went back to work and tried to meet the deadlines needed. The manager probably has no consequences as they were feeding into the environment whatever needs to be done is done
249	high	The manager’s behavior would make the worker nervous, frightened and tensed. It will lead to the worker working under intense pressure.
250	low	I think the manger’s behavior eroded trust and destabilized the team. The worker may have worked faster at the time but likely became less invested in work overall.
251	high	They were probably used to the manager treating like them. It probably upset them but they didn’t have any repercussions.
252	high	The worker probably held a lot of resentment towards the manager and lost some respect for him. The worker also probably felt unappreciated and undervalued.
253	low	I feel like the manager would have been reprimanded and made to apologize. This is not an inquisitive position, it doesn’t bolster collaboration.
254	high	In this workplace, I think nothing happened. I think this behavior is expected.
255	high	The worker either got back to work or became introverted and acted like he was going back to work.
256	high	I think the worker was likely frustrated by the manager’s response. However I think given the work environment and power dynamics the worker would likely have to just deal with it. There is not much the worker can do in this situation.
257	high	I hope that the manager would have had a consequence of getting talked to by upper management. It is not okay to threaten someone. The worker would likely have been mad and possibly scared of the potential consequences.
258	low	The worker to either recoil in fear and do as his manager says. I personally would have brought the team together to see how as a team, we can meet the deadline.
259	low	honestly im willing to bet that nothing happened to this manager. i dont think the manager was wrong. he also has a boss who he has to answer to so i can relate to him
260	low	The employee probably got mad and took their time.
261	high	I would believe there was no consequence or, at best, the manager was told not to be so loud. I’d bet the worker was forced to follow the manager’s direction or face larger consequences than the manager.
262	low	I think that is unacceptable behavior and I would like to think he was spoken to directly by his higher up since he did not conduct himself in a way that would have actually motivated his workers. I think the workers reaction is of shock towards such aggressive behavior.
263	low	The worker probably felt scared and upset by the manager yelling at him. He might have become nervous and didn’t want to work with him.
264	high	I think the worker obeyed the manager and picked up the pace and I don’t think the manager faced any problems by telling the employee to do that.
265	low	It probably frustrated the worker a lot, it can damage the team forever or make the person leave the team or the company.
266	high	I doubt anything happened. This seems like a place that doesn’t care how you get your employees to work, just as long as the work gets done.
267	low	I think the worker would have been shocked, hunkered down. It happened so fast he/she’d have no time to reply and it was so opposite of the team environment described early.
268	high	If the worker had a spine they probably started looking for a new job. They probably will just do enough to get by until they can jump ship.
269	low	I think the worker either became extremely stressed and had a difficult time performing or they experienced a push to get stuff done out of fear.
270	low	Most likely, he received little to no consequence. The manager puts a lot of pressure on his employees, and that causes stress for them.
271	low	I think that the team would be upset. I think the manager would be punished.
272	low	The worker was upset and embarrassed and considered leaving. The manager should have been held responsible for being so hands off in the first place. It is never okay to yell at someone at work, so the employee will always remember such poor treatment and loses respect for their manager.
273	low	The worker was taken aback by this reaction. He reported it to HR and the manager was put on probation for this behavior.
274	low	I think the worker was surprised by the manager’s behavior, and intimidated. I think the worker did pick up the pace but after the interaction, their relationship with their manager deteriorated.
275	low	I suspect the worker quit, resulting in the desired work either not being performed or being completed on a much slower timeline than before.
276	high	I’m sire the worker got flustered. Being supportive would be better
277	high	I think they stopped their break and went back to work right away.
278	low	Likely surprise and shock, they would be stung into action but then later feel bitter about it
279	high	The worker, I would imagine, took like longer to complete the task then if the confrontation had never occurred. I don’t believe that there would be any other consequences to the manager as far as repercussions go from upper management.
280	low	I think the worker probably hesitated to speak back to the manager and just went on to do their best, but also internalized a lot of resentment for both the manager and the job and possibly started entertaining thoughts of finding more stable work.
281	low	The worker probably began to feel badly about themselves and their performance. And also likely began harboring resentment for their boss and their workplace.
282	low	It was obviously a lot of pressure that caused the manager’s behaviour. The workers should simply understand that without any prolonged issues after the deadline had been met.
283	low	I think the worker probably complied with the manager and tried to work faster. However, they were probably angry and hurt inside that the manager got so upset.
284	high	The worker was startled by the response from his manager and then he got right away to his work and finished it as quickly and hastily as possible.
285	high	The worker was upset and stressed by being yelled at by the manager. The were angry and resentful to have been singled out but they did the task to avoid future problems.
286	high	I’m sure the worker was shaken and in shock. The worker acted like it didn’t bother them but you could tell that it did bother them. They got silent, avoided the manager and was less engaged at work. They stopped caring about their job and were just clocking in and clocking out. It wouldn’t surprise me if they started looking for another job.
287	high	The worker immediately went back to work and tried to work faster.
288	high	Nothing happened to the manager for how they acted toward the employee.
289	high	I think that the worker was upset and mad at the manager after hearing this, but realized that they were powerless to do anything, so they just got back to work.
290	high	I doubt there was a consequence to the manager’s behavior in this scenario. I would say that the worker’s reaction was once of disbelief.
291	high	I feel in this situation at this place of employment, there would be no consequence for the manager. I imagine there is a high turn over with employees. The worker will probably go home and look for another job. But the higher ups probably expect this from their managers.
292	high	I would imagine the employee completed the task, but does not have a favorable opinion of the manager. I would also venture a guess that the manager did not face any consequences for their behavior. This would explain the toxic atmosphere.
293	high	Having less hours at work, lower pay, less bonus, or even fired.
294	low	The person probably got less important work and was looked down upon as not being a team player.
295	low	The worker did not respond well. He was upset the manager would talk to him like that. He felt he was a good worker who was doing his bestz
296	high	I imagine the worker would be shocked and upset, but would be at least temporarily motivated to meet the deadline.
297	low	I think that the worker probably got nervous and immediately tried to get back to work to appease his boss.
298	high	If it is the same workplace I’m sure nothing happened since it seems like a bad place to work. I’d imagine the worker was angry, hurt, and upset as I would be as well. Workers need breaks and rest just like everyone else.
299	high	i doubt the manager faced any consequences, if anything maybe a talking to by his manager. the worker would probably be mad that nothing substantial happened.
300	low	I think maybe he was writing up and got a warning to not treat the employee like that.
301	high	I think he should have gotten fire for treating someone that way. The employee probably finished the project.
302	low	The manager’s behavior seems completely out of line with the vibe of the office. I am sure they suffered consequences as a result. I imagine the employees confronted the manager about their behavior and reassured the employee in the process.
303	low	The worker no longer trusts that manager. They would avoid interacting with that manager and would not feel like their could voice their concerns.
304	low	The worker would be fearful of messing something up because of the pressure from the boss
305	high	It could have turned into a shouting match or even a physical return. This day in age it could even have turned into a shooting at the workplace.
306	low	Based on the typical atmosphere, the user was likely in shock. This likely made the worker work faster but created a drop in quality due to stress. This may have left a long lasting impact on this worker.
308	low	I think the employee finish the job on time but after that day, never had any trust in the manager, moving forward. Being humiliated on a professional level, creates walls and boundaries between an entry-level employee and somebody and the management position. That employee will probably not be his fourth right on their opinions, as well as wanting to help the collective team moving forward because of the action of the manager.
309	high	I think that the worker got to work on the project and quickly got it done - they might have rushed it and maybe was not as good as if they would have taken more time with the project. This might have scared the worker for their job being yelled at in front of other employees and it might have made the other employees work harder because they did not want to be reprimanded in front of others.
310	low	I think the worker could have either quit, worked faster, or purposefully worked slower in retaliation. Using this type of behavior to try and create progress only creates a negative reaction in the worker
311	low	The worker checked out and became disengaged. Bad behavior from a bad person.
312	low	I imagine the worker probably didn’t respond too kindly. They’re most likely thinking about quitting.
313	high	The consequence could have been being fired or demoted. The worker may have decided to then go above and beyond to prove himself or would have felt discouraged and demoralized.
314	low	The worker would have been upset but may have admitted to not working well
315	low	i think the manager was punished for pushing too far in his efforts to scold the worker.
316	high	the worker was probably taken aback and no longer wanted to work on the task because of the pressure but had no choice but to do so
317	high	The worker probably went back to work and didn’t take any breaks until the task was complete.
318	high	The worker was probably upset with how he was treated. The negativity could possibly hurt the quality of his work.
319	low	I would hope the manager was reprimanded for treating an employee in such a manner.
320	high	I think the enployee may of done what they were asked of them while having second thoughts about the workplace. Also i think the employee would of reported this behavior to HR or someone of higher authority
321	high	This sounds like a toxic workplace so I’m sure nothing happened as a consequence to the manager.
322	low	The worker was probably shocked of the accident and the employee was probably constantly apologizing.
323	low	I would assume that there wasn’t a positive outcome for either person. The employee felt like crap and worked liked crap. So the manager ended up with a less than final project.
324	high	I think the person didn’t say anything and went ahead and did what the manager told him to do.
325	high	The worker for very visibly shaken by being yelled at. I would be visibly upset
326	low	I doubt the worker liked the response. The worker could have possible lose ownership of the task and not care as much. The worker would not be as inclined to finish the task.
327	high	If the worker was anything like the majority of those on the staff the respondent initially mentioned, I believe they would have sucked up to the manager and worked harder to meet the deadline. Based on the information the respondent gave at the beginning, I would conclude that the worker did not stand up for themselves and instead took on the win or die attitude so as to not get punished or appear weak.
328	high	I think the worker probably resentfully did the work, rushed through it to get it done, and would do their best to avoid attention again while waiting for any moment they could get away with tearing the manager down in some way.
329	low	The worker will probably complete the project as fast as he can so not to miss the deadline.
330	high	Maybe more shouting and insult and making the worker feel less about their self
331	low	The worker probably was under lots of stress and started looking for another job
333	low	The worker is now probably stressed and sad. They have to work hard to impress and satisfy the manager now.
334	low	I would imagine that the worker did not finish more quickly than they would have before. If the break the worker was on was an allowed break, I would imagine that the manger had to re-read the handbook on breaks and possibly take a course on anger management and conflict resolution.
335	high	I don’t think anything happened as a consequence as it feels like something the boss could easily get away with, which isn’t right. The worker probably got right back to work without issue, although again he deserved a break (legally) and it seems rude to force workers back too soon.
336	high	I think the worker got scared and would not have been happy. They would have felt uncomfortable and lacking motivation to work long term.
337	low	I think the worker probably felt stressed, embarrassed, and angry. They probably went to HR to report their manager’s behavior, or maybe asked a colleague for help finishing the task.
338	high	I think that the manager may have had a complaint about them, but it did not get addressed or listened to. I do not think that the manager had to deal with any disciplinary action in this scenario because they usually do not get in trouble for this since they are a manager.
339	low	I think the consequence was the worker got a write up about his performance. I don’t think the worker was too happy about getting written up and too fond of the manager yelling at him because he was under pressure.
340	low	The worker might have worked faster on that deadline. I’m sure the worker trusted the manager less, and felt less supported.
341	high	I would imagine that the consequences of the manager’s behavior were not what he hoped. I would imagine that it resulted in higher stress levels and lower motivation levels for the employee. I would also imagine that the worker would not feel valued and would be seeking alternative employment opportunities which would make it harder for the manager to meet deadlines and please leadership.
342	low	I think the worker would feel very ashamed to get this kind of beratement from their manager, especially considering that this environment was described as supportive and collaborative.
343	high	Every employee is entitled to a break and not only is it highly unprofessional to talk to someone in that tone but its something that should be done in private and in a respectable way while the employee is not on break. I would hope this employee would either address this managers behavior with another supervisor or find another job. Im sure moral is very low and it would be horrible to work under these circumstances.
344	low	The worker was likely offended by this. The manager may have expressed regret at the outburst when this settled down later
345	low	I’m sure or assume that the manager was reported. I do not think this situation the manager should lose their job over but definitely should have a talk to and a warning given.
346	low	The worker probably worked as quickly as he could to get the task taken care of. But, it would have been done but not necessarily done well.
347	high	Well I think they got punished in the right way depending on the situation.
348	high	I think absolutely nothing happened as a consequence to this managers behavior, because most workers aren’t taught to stick up for themselves. I’m sure it demoralized the worker overall as opposed to creating a productive work environment.
349	high	I think the worker felt fear, but at the same time, in this scenario understood they had to get it done. If they had options at other jobs I think they would leave and go to another job.
350	high	Hmm. The reaction of the worker to the manager would be surprised and shocked at the manager ordering her with a sharp tone.
351	high	The worker either needs to realize they need to perform for their boss or they will probably be let go. The manager is probably looking for someone to blame if the project does not go well with management.
352	low	If the worker report to human resource and the manager is caught in the act then he should be suspended if not fired. The worker will feel very distressed.
353	low	The worker may have felt threatened by the manager. That could have resulted in them doing a poor job to finish the project on time or maybe not even doing it at all.
354	high	If this was an employee who has worked there for awhile, I imagine this might have motivated them to work faster. However, if not, this worker could quit.
355	low	The worker was likely internally angry but externally feared the manager and quickly got back to work.
356	low	I am sure that the worker was afraid and shocked. The manager should be reprimanded for his unprofessional appoarch.
357	high	I think there was more than likely no consequence for the manager’s behavior because the edict to be strict and competitive is deeply embedded in the culture of this company.
358	low	I would think that they would be reprehended and either need more training or disciplinary aciton
359	low	In this situation, I’m sure the worker didn’t like being yelled at and maybe felt talked down to. They now might be anxious about returning to work and facing their manager again.
360	low	That it was the proverbial “boot to the ass,” which urged the worker to take his responsibilities more seriously and to immediately begin his work. Alternatively, assuming it’s still the same environment detailed in prompt 1, begin to rustle up associates who could help him complete the task in a swifter manner.
361	high	I imagine the worker was upset, but likely did pick up the pace to get the task done quickly so as not to face worse consequences.
362	high	I think the employee probably responded resentfully or sullenly to that behavior from their manager, and continued to hold a grudge.
363	high	The worker went back to work feeling aggrieved, but fearing for his job and performance review, worked to produce the expected product by deadline.
364	high	It probably brought morale down. No one wants to be pressured on break. Every one deserves a break. And a true leader would want to help especially if there was a deadline.
365	high	I’m sure nothing happened to the manager with the current culture. The worker may have been scared for his job or just shrugged as it has become commonplace.
366	high	If I was the worker I would have started to look for a new job that day. Only if I was a fearful employee would I work faster. Personally I would have told the guy off.
367	high	This reminds me of the funny saying “The beatings will continue until morale improves!” It’s funny because you can’t threaten people forever because eventually they will just quit and those types of places have high employee turnover. The worker described another employee getting berated just because they were taking a break so his reaction was probably a mix of fear and resentment. Those tactics will get short term results, but not long term loyalty and respect.
368	low	I believe that the manager had been discipline by HR and went through sensitivity training in regards to bringing up such matters.
369	low	Depending on the environment, actions like this from management are fairly common and more or less deemed “normal” management behavior. Probably nothing happened to the manager for raising his voice and applying pressure. The worker probably takes it in stride and drinks a little more heavily that evening than usual.
370	low	It made the employee feel bad about themself and that the manager didn’t trust that the employee could perform the job and was not token serious. It lowers the morale of the employee and decrease job performance.
371	high	I am sure the worker went back to his work and tried to work as fast as he could but he would probably upset on the inside. He wanted to make sure he did not get fired. I am sure everyone heard the manager shouting at him and the worker felt embarrassed.
372	low	I don’t think the manager received any consequences. I believe that the worker likely feared for their job. The worker was taking a break and got yelled at. This contributed to a hostile working environment for them.
373	low	The worker would feel the pressure from the manager, and experience negative feelings about the situation. The worker might work harder, but could also, make mistakes in their work, leading to more conflict with the manager. The manager, will likely face the negative consequence of poor morale from this worker, and a poorer work output as a result.
374	low	It all depends on the way the worker received the remark, it can be the caution needed to get the work done, but it can also put the worker under undue pressure, hindering creativity
375	high	I think that the worker was likely angry and embarrassed about getting called out by the manager. I think that the worker likely got back to work, but was not at all enthusiastic about doing so.
376	low	I would think that this type of behavior from a manager would be met with resentment. If the employee stayed at all, they would likely be less effective, but they would be more likely to be looking for a different job.
377	low	If it were me I would be upset about the situation. However, fearing for my job I would also make sure that what needs to get done is done
378	high	The worker probably went back to work and finished the task in a very unhappy manner.
379	high	depends on the personality, but most likely they said yes sir or mamm ill get right back to work. They probably worked through the remaining breaks they had. if it is a dominate personalitly they would have said im sorry can you repeat that and then recorded it. taken the recording to hr and filed a complaint.
380	high	It sounds like this is the kind of environment where common courtesy and respectful approaches to worker motivation are forgone. I imagine that this worker felt terrified the next time they considered taking a break and avoided doing so in front of their manager. If I were the worker, I would consider getting a new job where I am treated more humanely.
381	high	I think it probably upset the worker, affecting his focus and actually hurting his productivity. It is very difficult to think quickly and accurately when under duress. So it probably backfired in terms of getting a good work product, and it certainly wasn’t good for anyone’s self esteem – manager or worker.
382	high	The worker would likely feel angry, afraid, and worried. They would feel as if they’re being watched and judged constantly. Hopefully, they would soon be looking for employment elsewhere (no one deserves to be yelled at)
383	high	the manager should be lt known that what he did was not exactly the rtight thing to do…targetting worlers and all like tat
384	low	The worker probably got angry and told his coworkers that the manager was being a jerk.
385	high	I think he has chosen a weak target to attack. If he senses fear it is over. He should defend his self from this type of confrontation
386	low	If this was an environment in which people were accustomed to collaboration and supportive help from teammates, the worker would have been shocked and dismayed by this treatment. The worker might then reach out to teammates for support; the reaction of other teammates could contribute to reduced morale in this workplace.
387	high	The worker became afraid and tried to cooperate with the manager’s request. The worker was embarrassed for not keeping up with the pace expected.
388	low	If I were the employee that was yelled at for taking a break, I would report the manager to their manager. Threatening is not a good way to lead a team, it only provides fear.
389	low	Embarrassed probably, maybe even defensive. If the worker did nothing at the time, he surely had some sour feelings about this encounter. Which could result in his desire to leave or the managers behavior would have a negative impact on what was describe as a team involved and open environment
390	high	The worker was disturbed and angry. He would complain to someone higher up and disciplinary action would hopefully be taken on the manager. Regardless of slow work performance, no one should be shouted at like that.
391	high	What I hope happened is the manager was disciplined. Employees are entitled to their breaks. However reality is often sad. Its likely nothing happened.
392	low	I imagine the worker feeling upset and wanting to quit. Either that, or holding the insult inside of them and feeling ashamed for taking a break, which is their right.
393	high	Nothing probably happened to the manager, it’s an environment where stuff like this happens all the time. The worker being yelled at knows it’s common and will know he needs to double down on his work so that way it doesn’t happen again. He will act out of fear.
394	low	The manager loss respect from the employees . The worker was upset that there voice was not being reasoned with.
395	low	I think the worker and the other coworkers would be upset by this but I don’t think much would be done if it was an isolated incident.
396	low	He probably ended up firing the guy. I would think he wouldn’t be able to pick up the pace so the best decision would be to let him go.
397	high	the work was not completed. Most do not work well under immediate duress
398	low	I would expect there would be no consequences. From personal experience, managers get away with too much.
399	low	I think the worker took offense at the manager’s behavior. I believe he would have finished the project but not with as much care as he could have.
400	high	The consequences could have been less work or less compensation.
401	low	He probably got really upset and maybe even cried. Probably felt very stressed. He probably felt under appreicated and overwhelmed and over worked
402	low	They might get fired. The worker might have taken the task more seriously.
403	high	I think the worker reacted in a serious manner, which is, the worker resumed work immediately and put in every seriousness in them because the know that the manager is already angry. I also think that the worker was scared and had to start performing the task right away in order not to face the consequences.
404	low	O would be quite upset and would consider making a complaint with human resources.
405	high	I’m sure the worker was embarrassed and stressed out, and probably got back to work. Maybe they finished their job on schedule or even ahead of schedule, but it might have errors or mistakes in it. Any trust or good-will between the employee and manager would have been eroded by this incident, and I would not be surprised if the worker started looking to transfer teams or to leave the company altogether.
406	high	In this type of working environment the manager’s behavior may be overlooked. I feel for the worker who I am sure was upset.
407	low	I believe the worker was upset and shaken up by the yelling of the manager. He probably felt as much pressure as the manager did.
408	low	The employee probably went back to doing his/ her job but was now upset and can’t concentrate on the task and will either take longer or do a sub par job

All look good to me.

Demographics

Race

race	N	Perc
asian	38	9.45
black	41	10.20
hispanic	21	5.22
multiracial	24	5.97
white	274	68.16
NA	4	1.00

Gender

gender	N	Perc
man	183	45.52
woman	211	52.49
NA	8	1.99

Age

age_mean	age_sd
38.14684	11.79171

Education

edu	N	Perc
GED	89	22.14
2yearColl	48	11.94
4yearColl	187	46.52
MA	54	13.43
PHD	23	5.72
NA	1	0.25

Income

Measures

Open responses

Reflection on workplace environment

PID	cond	reflection
1	low	If I were a manager, I would try to show my workers respect. I would show that we are a team and that we get things done together. I would promote the workers who work hard and use them as examples.
2	high	I would present myself as a firm and strong manager. I would try to keep everyone honest, and document everything that happened so there was always a physical record. I would be polite and cordial but not necessarily friendly with others.
3	high	If I were a manager I would build good relationships with my employee and get to know their strengths and weaknesses.
5	low	I would continue the atmosphere of support. I would help my employees when they needed it, and not be quick to judge or come down on them.
6	high	I would try to mitigate the backbiting and clambering for position to the greatest extent I could and get people to do honest work.
7	low	I think this would be a great environment for a manager. It sounds like all of the employees work together to help one another and promote their business.
8	high	I would encourage growth but I would want people to be respectful. I would not tolerate bad mouthing. I want everyone to stay and work a while and create great environment.
9	low	I would feel really happy as I think this would be a highly collaborative and happy workplace overall. I think this is a workplace where you can be very open and be yourself.
10	low	Considering that there is already a culture of trust, which is rare to find in a workplace, I would simply use it to my advantage and also act based on that trust. I wouldn’t dare to show a lack of trust until deemed necessary.
11	high	In this culture of hatefulness, I as a manager would be performing as a referee more than anything else.
12	low	I would express empathy/sympathy with those in roles under mine rather than intimidation or sternness. I would probably need to be more flexible and willing to jump in and be a part of what is happening to get the best output from my team.
13	high	It seems to be a manager at this location, you need to be ready for anything. You have to stay on guard and watch for anyone trying to take advantage of any situation. You have to closely watch your employees.
14	high	I would play the game too, I would play the power game and let them know who’s in charge. I would play sides, I would have people get info for me, I would be very Machiavellian
15	low	I would make sure to do my best to make sure that our culture is good. That we can all work together, and we can bring out the good in each other.
16	high	I would be competitive, and try to get away with a bunch of things.
17	high	I would probably really struggle in an environment like this due to my personality, but I guess I would try to encourage HEALTHY competition over unhealthy competition. I would attempt to assist all of my employees to succeed, not just the most cutthroat ones.
18	high	I would try to insert little bits of health into the workplace wherever I can. However, I’d make sure my subordinates know what they are getting into.
19	low	I’m not sure I would change any. I would always treat people with respect and foster collaboration.
20	low	I would likely be more stern. Many employees take liberties with their lunch times, are late quite regularly, etc. Nothing that isn’t ultimately harmless, but still. I’d like to think though that even being harder on that, that I’d still be loved and respected like the management is currently.
21	low	This is a great place to manage. Everyone wants to work together–I just have to assign a task to a team and the work gets done.
22	high	As manager in such a competitive workspace, I would try to focus on open communication between employees and set clear expectations to make sure everyone understands their role in the company. I would try to reward people and recognize people of individual accomplishments as much as possible to motivate the sheep.
23	high	If I was in this situation I would never let my guard down. I would have to be head strong, set clear, firm expectations and be on top of everyone and everything. I honestly think it would be exhausting.
24	low	I would treat my employees with compassion and kindness. I would act as more of a coach than a supervisor.
25	low	I would act fairly and equitably towards all my colleagues. I would be reasonable and promote based on merit.
26	low	If I was a manager in this work situation, I would encourage my employees to collaborate daily in order to benefit the success of the company. I would potentially introduce bonuses based up teamwork skills.
27	high	I would be much more conscious of the team dynamic and how all of my employees work with one another. I would be clear and concise in all of the KPIs I ask of them and do my best to limit the amount of activity between them to ensure I keep a positive work environment.
28	low	I would be very forthright and honest. I would be direct and to the point.
29	low	Be chill, take suggestions/advice seriously. Don’t be heavy handed or try to force things
30	high	If I were supervising others in an environment such as this, I think not knowing how to actually make any substantive changes, I would focus most of my effort on damage control and reining in individuals to some degree. I.e. making sure nothing escalates further (to arguments, etc) than workplace competition, and attempting to deal with anything that does require HR or other intervention.
31	low	I would assign tasks to my employees equally and treat everyone with respect. We work as a team, and value their feelings and time more than anything, so I would give them extra time for projects to ensure they do not get stressed or anxious, maintaining a positive work environment.
32	low	I think I would approach this culture Socratically, attenpting to involve my team in decision-making heavily.
33	high	I feel like you would have to be a micromanager in this situation. You will have to keep an eye on everybody and what they are doing so things do not get out of hand. This seems like it could
34	low	I would try to adapt and the best that I can and not overwork or stress myself. Being able to set boundaries and make sure everyone is on the same page
35	low	As a manager in this workplace supervising my team I would make sure to praise, document successes and failures. Using the successes and failures as an opportunity for growth and improvement.
36	high	I would give hours only to the most competent employees. I would make less competent staff know their worth.
37	high	As a manager, I would do my best to make my employees feel welcomed and comfortable asking for help. Instead of trying to change culture, I would do my part to not contribute to the ‘cut-throat’ nature of the work environment.
38	high	In this workplace I would do my best to outdo any other managers. I would also ensure I am doing better than my employees in supervising to make sure I keep my job and don’t get replaced
39	high	I honestly am not even sure how I would act, this sounds like a terrible place to work. I guess I would act as neutral as possible given the situation, try to provide encouragement when it is deemed fit, but also not air the flames so to speak. I wouldn’t encourage the dog eat dog mentality, but I would recognize it.
40	high	I would keep my personal life extremely secret to my fellow employees. I would come in early everyday to look like I am the most productive when others come in later in the day. I would watch out for employees who appear to want my role and make sure they do not exceed value that I give to the company. I would value the workers I manage based on the revenue they generate and ignore their personal concerns and only focus on the job successes.
41	low	As manager I would be open and direct I would not be afraid to set the pace, steer effort, be frank with my feedback. An operating environment such as this can tend to be casual and not as fast-paced as is needed to succeed.
42	high	As a manager in this work place i’m pretty much not going to cut out my throat for anyone, i’ll just do my bit, looking at the structure of the work culture is really not worth killing yourself over. Just work smart and beat the game.
43	high	Instead of telling my employees what to do, I would have them “work it out” in a private space. Maybe I am part of this one on one meeting and maybe I’m not. I don’t really care how they work it out, but we need to get through and move along so the company can make money.
44	low	Even though I may not affect the culture of the entire company, I can control how I operate within the bounds of my own team. I would encourage honesty, integrity, and reiterate that we are held to ethical and professional guidelines.
45	low	I would support and reinforce the collaborative environment in the workplace. I would try to assign tasks as well as rewards in such a manner too.
46	low	I would focus on being open with communication and fostering this behavior with others. I would ask for transparency and provide the same.
47	high	I would make sure that I made people accountable for their actions as I don’t like a “cut-throat” environment. I would try to be supportive and squash the highly competitive nature and facilitate cooperation.
48	high	If i were manager, I would truly have to base my evaluation of the staff on performance only since I can’t change the culture. I would have to keep an eye on things I can and punish where I have the right to do so but also have to accept that people are just cut throat and expect it to continue. Results will be the determinant.
49	high	I would be upfront as a manager but not give away information that could put me at risk. I would try my hardest not to make mistakes or put myself at a disadvantage. There would be a moral line that I would watch to be broken and punish employees if they go too far. I would allow cutthroat dealings though.
50	low	If I were in the work situation and I was the manager, I would honest and transparent. I would let people do their own work without micromanaging them and foster a positive work environment.
51	low	I would get updates on progress but ultimately trust them to get shit done
52	low	i would give everyone respect and autonomy. if I am shown that they dont deserve that then I will treat them as my subordinates
53	high	I would avoid rewarding negative behaviors such as lying, cheating, and undermining other colleagues. I would foster a workplace driven based on values and processes, focusing on the end goals of the customer, not the worker. I would eliminate rewards for being “cutthroat”, and rather enact awards related to customer success.
54	high	I would put in an effort to make sure that everyone is following the rules. You can be competitive, but you aren’t going to break apart company policy or disrupt operations in our departments.
55	high	I would do my best to supervise everyone and make sure the company runs smoothly. Based on the environment of the workplace I would probably let some things slide.
56	low	As a manager in this environment, I would focus on supporting my team by listening actively, maintaining clear communication, and doing my best to protect their well-being within the limits of the existing culture. I’d aim to lead with empathy and consistency, helping my team navigate challenges while keeping morale as high as possible.
57	low	I would encourage my employees to be themselves and not micro manage them. I would be open to honest and thoughtful conversations even if they maybe different from mine.
58	high	In that environment you have to stay firm to how you manage or you will be overran by your employess.
59	low	I would attempt to be as caring and cooperative as possible. I would look for ways to assist my team and make sure that they had all that they needed to be successful. I would want their feedback and would seek their advice from time to time as well.
60	high	As a manager, I would look out to make sure that none of my employees had bad intentions in trying to take me out of my own position. I would manage with an iron fist, and would not take any disrespect to me, direct or indirect, and would not allow public transgressions among my employees without severe reporcussions.
61	low	I would focus on consistent support and good communication with them to understand what they need and they will feel valued as a worker
62	low	I would allow them to flourish in the perspective fields and only manage what I needed to get the end goal done at the end of the day. Everyone seems to have a task and knows how to collaborate and work together. They seem dedicated and friendly, so I would be the same.
63	high	I would most likely monitor the employees under my supervision to ensure that they are getting the appropriate work done while trying to maintain my position by staying vigilant.
64	high	When you delegate, you need to make sure you follow up and that everyone is doing what they’re supposed to do. When someone reports someone else, you have to assume they’re going to undermine them. Also, make sure you show favoritism to the employees that make you look the best.
65	low	I would feel pretty relaxed and productive. Overall it sounds like a really supportive environment.
66	high	I would make sure everybody does their job, and if something goes wrong between co-workers I would have them come to my office and discuss the situation. I would always have my eye on the workers, but I would be fair and always applanate and de-escalate conflicts.
67	low	I would be a supportive and helpful manager. I would listen to the employees I manage and also be a fair suppervisor.
68	high	If I were in this work situation, I would try to be as friendly to those who work under me as I possibly could be while still “managing” and making sure work gets done. If they already have a rough work environment, I would not want to make it any worse.
69	high	I would tell the employees to keep up the good work and produce. This isn’t a place for the weak.
70	low	If I were in management at this company, I would contribute to collaborating with my team. I would encourage teamwork and support among the group.
71	high	I would make sure that everyone is doing their jobs and not messing around on the cell phones, or talking unless there are no customers. I would actually write them up if they were acting against the company rules and make sure they adhere to them.
72	high	I’d probably feel powerful if indeed I cannot change anything about the environment. However, I would want people to know they can trust me and come to me with their concerns and I would not partake in the cutthroat attitude of my workplace.
73	high	If I found myself in this situation, I would try to survive by not letting others run over me, but I would not want to stoop this this type of behavior as described in this scenario. You can be strong without being ruthless.
74	low	I would act in a friendly manner and be as respectful as possible towards my fellow employees. I would encourage teamwork and collaboration heavily.
75	low	If I were a manager in this work situation, I would have an open-door policy which would allow my employees to talk to me about all work situations, positive and negative. I would also continue to foster an environment that promotes cohesiveness and solid work ethic.
76	high	This is an environment that I personally have never worked in. I do not know exactly how I would handle it but I think I would focus on what each employee was able to achieve. I personally would want to change how things run there but if I can’t I would have to focus on the success, even if I don’t agree with the methods of getting there.
77	low	I would like to be a manger in this type of environment. I like that everyone supports each other.
78	high	I would most likely be the same as everyone else. Dog eat dog. I would be strict with my employees but never too mean.
79	high	If I were a manager in this situation, I would listen to my employees carefully and thoughtfully. I would encourage them to speak up when they feel like they’ve been wronged, and provide support during stressful times.
80	high	I would still conduct myself with appropriate behavior, even if the workplace didn’t support that. I would treat my subordinates with respect.
81	low	If I work in this type of environment I would think that I could definitely operate in it. There’s nothing that I would change because it sounds like a really warming wonderful place to work at.
82	low	I would have lots of discussions with employees, to make sure they all felt heard equally. It sounds like everyone gets along and that’s great, I would just wanna make sure the less outspoken employees were being heard
83	high	If I was in this work situation, I would have to show my authority. I would need to be tough and make sure everyone is doing their job and not making any mistakes.
84	low	I am writing to let you know that I support you and your decisions but you also have to what is best for yourself. You will have to look out for yourself. Let me know if there is something you need.
85	low	Encouraging teamwork by recognizing and valuing collaboration and honesty each day.
86	low	Since this looks like a very collaborative work environment, I would be pretty flexible as a manager and allow a lot of freedom to people on my team. I would set expectations and deadlines to meet but would pretty much let people deal with their tasks whichever way they want to manage them.
87	low	I would gather everyone as a team. I would be compassion and listen so we can work as a team when we can’t change anything
88	high	If I was working in a cutthroat business, I would prefer to be feared than loved. The types that work there would be more likely to take advantage of and be less productive with a manager who promoted loved and being liked.
89	high	I would make my employees turn each other in if it helps me and the company.
90	low	I think I could definitely manage this environment. The culture there seems very nice and welcoming to teamwork and collaboration.
91	high	If I were a manager, I would try to build camaraderie amongst the workers. I would feel a little competition would be healthy, but not feel it would be worth the toll on their mental health.
92	low	I would ensure that everyone feels valued and has what they need to be efficient and happy with their work.
93	high	i would make sure it is a friendly environment where workers can voice their opinions and how they feel. also voiced their opinions if they think something works betters.
94	low	It’d be a great place to work at, based on the description given. It says you can really trust others and others trust you too, and they’re supportive. I would act the same way towards the people I manage, being supportive and collaborative, letting people know that I am there for them no matter the situation. It seems like people are used to working in teams and enjoy it, so I’d also work towards facilitating that.
95	high	I need to get my employees to work together and stop undercutting against each other. It’s important for them to work as a team.
96	low	I would be super supportive and focus on building a collaborative work experience. I would ensure everyone feels heard and seen. I would give lots of opportunities for feedback and always act in a way that my team could trust me. I would not micromanage, instead giving my employees autonomy to get their work done. I would let people speak up and would have an open-door policy should anything come up.
97	low	In this situation I would want to foster collaboration and focus on how individual contribution can work in harmony with a team first approach. I would want to have a lot of team building activities to continue to have the members bond and trust each other.
98	high	I would do my best to have employees self reflect. This may help diffuse some nasty situations.
99	low	If I were a manager in this workplace, I think I would have an easy time supervising and supporting my team. I would feel like I could trust my team to do what they need to do, and also trust that they are being honest with me if they ask for an extension on a deadline or say they need help. I think I would feel very comfortable collaborating with my team and giving them honest, constructive feedback in this environment.
100	high	I would supervise employees in a fair way and lay down my daily expectations of them
101	high	I would make sure to distribute work hours and job assignments as fairly as possible. I would make sure all employees did their job and discourage chatter.
102	high	In this workplace it would probably be smart become allies with the power players even if you don’t believe and what they stand for just to keep yourself safe… And follow the old adage keep your friends close but keep your enemies closer!
103	low	I would consider myself a team member and be willing to take on the same tasks as the people working under me. There would obviously be times when I would need to make decisions as the manager, but in an atmosphere in which there is a lot of trust, hopefully those decisions would be anticipated by everyone before they were made. Lots of things would be done and decided on as team and there wouldn’t be a lot of surprises.
104	high	If I were a manager at this workplace, I feel that there would be a lot of pressure to perform and do well. I think this would lead to a lot of stressful scenarios as everyone is trying to beat out the other person, making it highly competitive and cut-throat. As a manager in this situation, I would act neutral to most situations and approach it with an open-mind. That way, I can process the information free of judgement and make the best decisions possible.
105	low	As manager of the team, I would have a open door policy to help, mentor, and encourage a positive work environment. I would support the team with any issues that may arise and cross train when needed. Weekly meetings would be appropriate for the team to ensure transparency, questions, and debriefings of any updates from the company.
106	high	If I worked in the environment, I would try to keep to myself as much as possible. I’m not great at lying and “playing the game”, so developing relationships with others is not something I’d want to do.
107	high	I would be very assertive and strict with those that I am supervising. There wouldn’t be much mercy when it came to getting work done, either you do your job or you lose your job. No second chances, get it right the first time.
108	high	I would try to support my employees, however, I would also let them know that there are few hard and fast rules.
109	high	As a manager, I would be serious and try not to joke around with colleagues. I would document everything since it sounds like this is an environment where words could get twisted and people could lie. I would try to be fair to my employees.
110	high	I would have very high expectations of everyone that works with me or under my supervision. Anything less than the best may be criticized.
111	low	I would cultivate a culture of trust in my coworkers and subordinates, letting them know that I am available to help them and checking in now and then when appropriate, but not micromanaging or demanding tedious tasks such as documenting how you spent every second of your workday or asking permission to go to the bathroom. I would also want to give anyone who wanted it the option of remote work. Employees are adults and should be trusted to do the job they were hired for.
112	high	I would act in a very self preserving and self promoting manner. Those I supervise would above all need to not undermine me and ideally be used as a stepping stone to advance my position, even if it is to their detriment.
113	low	I would check in with my subordinates; as often as practical, to find out the best way to facilitate their success in advancing the best outcomes for the company and for them. The atmosphere described would seem to support my efforts and greatly increase the probability of success.
114	high	As a manager, if I were truly unable to change the cutthroat nature of this workplace, I would do my best to mitigate damage by overseeing my team in as just and equitable a manner as possible. If I can’t keep them from being harsh and ruthless, I can at least ensure that they comply with my expectations.
115	low	I think I would have to encourage people to treat each other with kindness. Any kind of bullying or malicious behavior would not be tolerated. The point of work is to achieve a goal and things like that get in the way.
116	high	I would have to micromanage my employees, and ensure they are doing work at all times and being productive. I would be forced to take credit for their achievements and accomplishments to ensure I have a job the next week or month. In this environment, I would have to keep up with appearances and always look capable so I would have to betray some of my subordinates for that.
117	high	If I were a manager, I would have to look the other way sometimes. Supervising would be a challenge because everyone is out for themselves.
118	high	If I were the manager I would fire everyone whose behavior did not meet job requirements. I would start looking for new employees.
119	low	It seems like the culture of the workplace is really great so I would just try to keep that alive. I would be kind and collaborative, I would offer advice and praise to others. I would just emphasize the importance of a strong team and diverse environment.
120	high	As manager, I would stay productive. I would be able to explain what I have accomplished and make sure that the workers I am supervising are doing the same.
121	high	As a manager I would look at results first, and if someone is producing, I’d cut the off the team. I would also look for extra things I can take credit for.
122	high	I would pay close attention to everything and everyone. Noting all of the things people are trying to do.
124	low	Since everyone gets along with one another there wouldn’t be an issue to discuss. Seems like a workplace environment that I would not mind supervising.
125	high	If I was a manager in the workplace I would ensure that I was kind yet respected. I wouldn’t want people to fear me but I would want them to respect me.
126	low	I would be kind and cooperative to those who are cooperative. Working as a unit rather than a separated group.
127	high	If I was managing people in this workplace I wouldn’t really try to work and catch people who are doing “wrong”. If I found out someone was doing bad things, but it benefitted the company, I would never look into it because that is throwing myself under the bus by aiding in their bad behavior and If we ever got caught I would go down with the ship.
128	low	I would help my workers get assistance and solve any solution they need using my team since we all work together here.
130	low	Everything boils down to equal and shared responsibility. Everyone has their own duties and some may share and when that is the case, each workload is equal.
131	low	I would try to make sure we remained objective and accomplished our tasks on time. However, I would also try to be empathetic, encouraging, and deliver praise for hard work.
132	low	As a manager in this situation, I would trybto instill positive values in my subordinates. Furthermore, I would seek to be ethical myself so that I am not part of the problem.
133	high	Honestly one of my main priorities would be to coach those i’m supervising on how to manage the stress. I would also maintain that high work quality is expected, and so is having basic respect for your coworkers.
134	low	I would treat everyone with respect while being their manager. And I expect to be treated the same. Everyone has a job to do and do it efficiently
135	high	I would also play the game. I would see who is most productive and reward who is the most contributing. Also I would to more 1 on 1 meetings and let them talk about there issues.
136	low	I would be a benevolent leader. I would show respect, compassion, empathy, understanding, and patience to my employees.
137	low	I think I would be open with all my workers and transparent about what is expected of each one. I would try to quickly catch instances where coworkers weren’t being supportive or working within the group well so I could maintain and foster the positive and collaborative environment that seems to work well for this group.
138	high	I would provide all the support that I can to my staff. This includes having an open door policy where my staff can come to me and discuss their professional as well as personal concerns and thoughts about the workplace, colleagues, and leadership.
139	low	I would continue to foster and open and inclusive environment. It’s important for coworkers to trust each other so continuing to make sure the office culture is like that is fundamental to the success of the organization.
140	low	As a manager in this environment, i would foster growth through praising accomplishments and looking for learning experiences in the failures. In such a supportive environment I would encourage workers to bring forward their mistakes and issues so we could all learn from them together.
141	low	I would just go with the flow and help my direct reports but know i cant really change the culture.
142	high	I would have to be confident in my approach and not let anyone take advantage of me. I wouldn’t be immoral but I would be firm and aggressive while managing.
143	high	I guess I would be under a lot of stress and feel like I couldn’t really trust my employees or the people above me. I would be suspicious of everyone’s motives.
144	high	I would keep my opinions and emotions to myself without giving in to the cut throat nature of the environment. I would be fair but aloof.
145	low	The importance of respect is difficult to overstate in this situation. People come from all walks of life and different experience levels. Respect and support are the most valuable skills I consider when I work with my team.
146	low	I would have a non-hierarchical and supportive approach
147	high	I would set limits and boundaries for staff to ensure that thier behavior does not lead to harassment or bullying. I would acknowledge the competitive nature of the work enviroment and how competiveness in the work place can increase productivity and performace.
148	high	As a manager in this work situation I would be very authoritative and harsh. I would make the rules clear and not allow any deviation from what I needed to get done.
149	high	I would try to encourage employees to resolve conflicts on their own, and not to involve supervisors or managers, if possible. I would not state this directly, but would try to influence them by asking them questions about Joe to resolve issues themselves, because it sounds like including management in issues would paint a target on the back of the reporter, and that other people who had made it to management or supervisor positions got there by being cut-throat themselves.
150	low	I would enjoy this work environment as I would not have to worry about if the workers would perform well and to their best ability. I could trust their abilities and offer my teachings if they were to need them on any issue that might arise.
151	low	If I was in this situation supervising others, I would lean into the culture and be sure to be as supportive as possible. I have personal experience getting the best out of my employees when we adopt this type of approach.
152	high	As the manager I would focus on communication and supporting the team by providing clear guidance and resources to help them succeed. I would also lead from example and stay approachable.
153	high	I would really hover over my employees shoulder and make it known that their manager is watching them at all time. I would likely contribute to the toxicity of this workpalce.
154	high	I suppose anyone working in this environment would eventually fall into the dark culture everyone else is in. It would be hard to discipline someone for the same thing everyone else is doing.
155	low	I think I would be comfortable as a manager there. It seems like it would be easy to collaborate with others and work together as a team rather than snipe at each other for petty things.
156	low	If I was a manager in this workplace, I would try to be as supportive as possible of those I was supervising. I would make sure that each employee has the tools that they need to work as efficiently and effectively as possible.
158	high	If I was working as a manager in the situatiion described where it was an extremely cut throat, dog eat dog environment, I would be very cautious of my interactions and judgements and I would try to lead by example.
159	high	I would try to show by example how to get ahead. I would expect honesty and respect from my employees.bI would earn that by showing them that hard work through team building with integrity pays off. I would not accept cruelty even though they may have been previously rewarded for that behavior. I would make rules that are fair and be strict about them.
160	high	I would treat my employees better in the hope it would trickle down. Maybe we could get the environment to change and be a more positive workplace
161	low	I would have a difficult time with my employees knowing that I couldn’t control them. It would be an environment that was not conducive to the heart of everyone or helpful to the business.
162	low	I would have an optimistic, open minded approach to managing my team. I would hone in on the fact of teamwork to achieve goals.
163	low	I would treat everybody equally and assign duties to everyone based on their specialty. The rules would be clear, as there would be no in between right or wrong.
164	low	I would foster a collaborative work environment that is built on respect and open communication. I would ensure subordinates could come to me with questions and concerns.
165	low	I would conduct myself like a leader. Getting to gain influence by making the team feel valued. I would make sure that i engaged with them and developed a relationship first so that the team wanted to follow me and not just had to follow me.
166	low	I would try to be understanding with others. Firm, yet sympathetic to their needs and wants.
167	high	I would likely not comment on the hostile work environment and might feel like I have to act the same way if I was not in a position to make any changes. I likely would do whatever I could for myself and not be concerned about my employees because they have to do what they must to survive but so do I.
168	low	If I were a manager in this work situation, I would be try to be hands off enough so my team feels trusted and feels they can trust me. I would make sure I was still available enough that they knew they could come to me even though I would have a hands-off style
169	low	If I was a manger in this workplace I would spend my effort making sure the employees feel valued and heard. I would communicate with them about their needs and thoughts about working there. I would try my best to promote positive energy and effective communication in the workplace.
170	low	In this work situation, I would treat my staff respectfully, as individuals. I would seek ways to ensure their personal success.
171	low	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would just be very helpful and attentive and present. It sounds like everyone in this workplace knows how to work together and if you have to drive, you can be successful. As a manager, I would watch and help other people progress to that level.
172	low	If I were a manager in this work environment, I would likely enjoy coming into work each day and great every person individually with a smile. When issues occur, it would likely be easy to communicate with my subordinates and get through problems with understanding and problem solving.
173	low	I would bring coffee and donuts for everyone once a week and pizza once a week. I would give everyone a hug and positive reinforcement every day. I would hand out equal bonuses every month(funds permitting). I would buy an office refrigerator and microwave for the staff with my own money. Everyone gets 4 weeks of paid sick leave every year and unlimited unchallenged sick leave.
174	low	As a manager I would make sure everyone is treated fairly and getting along. I would walk around and check I don’t hear name calling or any work drama. I also would make sure they work as a team and get their tasks done. If they have positions working alone I’d make sure they don’t need help, or check it’s a steady pace.
175	low	As a manager, I would have an open-door policy. I would ensure that communication is clear. If the team succeeds, we all succeed.
176	low	I would be clear about our aims and objectives with each workers, and list them accordingly to them
177	low	I love the idea of working in a team where collaboration is everything, because it is. Everyone wins, and everyone pushes each other to be better.
178	high	If I were a manager in this environment, I’d probably need to be even more cut-throat than the people working under me. I would probably foster this environment, pitting employees against each other, so they would be too busy or distracted to come for me and my position.
179	low	I would love working here. I would act as someone who loves their job and is willing to help others.
180	high	This sounds like a terrible work environment so I would listen to concerns but not usually act on them.
181	high	I would try my best to make them fear me cause people wor harder when they fear their superior, and try to monitor whatssoever wor id done in the work space
182	high	I would constantly be on high alert. Turn a blind eye to a lott of bad things happening and take sides with the strong parties.
183	high	i would try my best to make relations first id try to focus on how i can thrive change and improve then I’m going to pray and listen after a while id get used to it
184	low	Given the ongoing helpful culture in this company, I think I would make it a priority to team up employees who might be struggling in certain areas with employees who excel in them. It would require close observation and open communication with both those who assist in managing production and those outside of management who want to improve or who think they can help others improve.
185	low	I would make sure everybody gets along well and be able to express themselves.
186	high	I would do my best to make sure things don’t get too overboard. I know the competition here can be fierce, but I still have to look out for the well being of the employees.
187	low	Community collectivism as a management style would work well. I would focus on building the business to be a strong, supportive workplace that works together for the good of all employees.
188	low	I would maintain the practices at this workplace. The employees seem to be harmonious. However, I would audit here and there to make sure that nothing suspicious is going on since everyone is so friendly and might be getting a bit too comfortable in the workplace.
189	low	I would encourage my employees to be creative and autonomous but allow an open environment to work collaboratively. I would encourage them to feel free to come to me with questions or needing any kind of support. I would empower my employees to learn and be successful.
190	high	I would try to encourage my employees to collaborate and not compete all of the time. i would try to reward those who were nicer and helpful and not show favor to those who were cutthroat and competitive.
191	low	If I was a manager in this workplace I would be there for my employees whenever they need help. I would make sure my employees treat each other with respect and kindness.
192	high	I would probably order the workers to do things that would not jeopardize my position within the company. I would look for the most able, the strongest, to ally myself with to ensure that the strongest stay at the top.
193	low	I would make sure to communicate well and be transparent with my employees. I would make sure to collaborate with them and help them develop professionally.
194	high	I would be very uncomfortable; I would try to look at other written reviews by managers for their direct reports to get a sense of the tone people work under.
195	high	I would try to help my staff meet goals, but also try to continue to see them as people, not as just cogs in the machine.
196	low	I would try my best to be someone my subordinates can come to for help. I think I would want to be open and kind.
197	low	I would make sure that my team has everything that they need to be productive throughout the day. It would be easier to delegate tasks since everyone seems to be cooperating much more closely.
198	high	I would be strict but kind. I would not be a cruel manager and keep pushing the current status quo.
199	high	I would want my team to be as effective and efficient as possible. I would hope to end all the cutthroat happenings but it won’t be completely gone as I imagine it will be part of the culture. Team building will be imperative.
200	low	If I were the manager in this workplace, of course I would join in on the cooperativeness they exhibit as it is key to the firm’s growth. And also I would ensure to be a mediator who picks no sides whenever there is an issue between members, as this will help in preventing potential disunity.
201	high	Without changing the culture (as I cannot), I would supervise others and encourage success by promoting development opportunities and trainings, meeting one-on-one with workers, and making sure things don’t get out of hand.
202	high	This would not be an ideal work scenario for me. I would ideally build a collaborative environment on my team, but I would also make sure my employees know who is in charge and not to cross me
203	high	I would try to be as helpful as I could to my employees but apparently I would have to watch my back because it sounds like it’s every man for himself
204	low	I would encourage honesty, collaboration and freedom. Fostering a supportive and flexible environment would be beneficial
205	low	This person described almost the perfect environment. So I would do my best to manage effectively while giving support to my coworkers. Doing my best to achieve the goals of the company and its workers.
206	low	I would supervisor others by othering support, while also trying to boost morale and get the job done.
207	high	I work with a software developer team. If this is the case I will establish small meeting with the team on a daily base. I will encourage team-work which will ease the competition and force the members of the team to know each other better. Also, I will organize outings once a moth for the team to relax and know each other better
208	high	As a supervisor working in a cutthroat workplace environment, I would be focused on the team completing their goals because that would directly affect my reputation as a manager. I would encourage collaboration and respect for others but if that is something I couldn’t actively change then I’d focus more on each worker’s performance.
209	low	If I were a manager in this company, supervising workers in this environment day after day, I would actively contribute to maintaining this culture, encouraging mutual support and trust among employees. I imagine it would be quite rewarding to manage this group of employees.
210	low	I would feel good about supervising others. I think it would be a great role.
211	high	As a manager I would have to take advantage of my leadership role and my control over others to be able to get me further in my career and get promotions. I would probably have people do more work or things for me that would help me.
212	high	I would hate it. I am the opposite of this. People hurt me all the time and I never hurt other people. I guess I would do my best, since you say I can’t change anything there. Maybe I would be seen as a breath of fresh air though since I wasn’t acting like everybody else? I would not want to reward this kind of behavior.
213	low	I would fit right in and would continue to foster that goodwill and would make sure to cooperate with everyone
214	low	As a manager in this environment, I would focus on fostering trust and open communication, while balancing fairness with assertiveness. I would lead by example, encouraging collaboration but staying vigilant to ensure that employees feel supported yet accountable.
215	low	As a manger, I would lead my team by making everyone feel welcomed and heard. I want everyone to be able to share their thought, opinions, and ideas without being scared, so I would try to supervisor others by creating a supporting environment.
216	low	I would act in a fair and reasonable manner. I would make an effort to be inclusive and support my co workers as best as possible.
217	high	I would be suspicious of everyone. Always questioning what employees are doing and their motivations.
218	high	Since I have to accept this negative practice I would be just as cutthroat. I would use my employees to my advantage to either move up in rank or secure favors from lower ranked employees.
219	low	As a manager I would focus more on delegating work and developing the team rather than trying to micromanage. If there is trust among the team I’d rather nurture that culture rather than imposing myself.
220	high	I would pay attention to the employees’ end results, rather than monitoring the moves they took to get there.
221	high	As a manager, I would do my best to ensure that workers are doing the work they are required to do, but I would also recognize things are not going to be perfect. I think as long as the company can still run and not go bankrupt, it works.
222	high	It would be hard to work here because everyone is so harsh and selfish. I would work hard to try and make it a nicer place to work.
223	high	I would make sure to only look out for myself at that point seeing as everybody else is doing the same. If there was a way to get a promotion and only I knew about it I would probably keep it to myself so I could get ahead and leave everyone else behind. It sounds miserable.
224	high	In this environment I’d never bring my lunch to work, only use sealed containers from a vending machine, park under a bright light and security camera, keep my phone recording conversations, a detailed notebook, and never tell the truth of my feelings to anyone. I’d prepare for testifying in court and pad my resume to escape as soon as possible.
225	low	I would continue to foster the current workplace atmosphere. I would encourage others to work together and be open with each other.
226	high	As a manager in this situation I would try to emphasize fairness. Provide perks to being honest and drive in the idea that we are a team and you cannot take advantage of your teammates for personal gain. Offer incentives to solid teamwork and employee cooperation.
227	low	i would act with compassion and fairness. i would treat each team member with respect and ask for their inputs whenever possible.
228	high	In this situation, I would rule with an iron fist. No empathy and no sympathy. If you are not doing your job you have to go! I would have to be competitive and not take anything from anyone. No excuses either work or get out. There would be no exchange of private information unless being nice was to my advantage.
229	low	I would try to just go on about my day and brush it off.
230	high	If I were the manager and I could not change the environment, I would learn to adapt myself to it over time and attempt to change it from within. Competition is a good thing, but there is healthy competition and unhealthy competition.
231	low	I would try my best to trust my employees and help whenever possible. I need them to be able to feel respected.
232	high	I would focus on maintaining efficiency and ensuring tasks are completed on time while keeping an approachable demeanor. I would also strive to keep the team motivated and provide clear instructions even if I could not change the environment.
233	high	I try to elucidate who is actually doing useful work and who is not.
234	low	I would be happy to work with these employees. They all seem to get alone and do their jobs well.
235	high	How I would act as a manager in this work situation is that I would assist my subordinates in their labor through a hands-on approach, or to lead by example. Not only does a manager helping his subordinates help to speed up the rate of the labor, but it also boosts morale and they are more willing to work better when alone, knowing that I would have their back in any moment.
236	low	If I were in a managing position, I would lead by example, ensuring that my team felt supported, motivated and valued. I would communicate clear expectations while fostering a collaborative environment where everyone could contribute their strengths.
237	low	As a manager I would make sure people were treated fairly and everyone was enabled to do their job. I would encourage everyone to help each other to achieve the main goal of a functioning business.
238	high	Since I can’t change it I would make sure that they know that I am their manager. I would have zero tolerance. I feel as though I would need to be feared by those that I supervise otherwise they will turn on me too.
239	low	I would act to help support each person whom I supervised ti ensure efficient and quality production. It seems this workplace thrives with collaboration so i would try and support that sort of environment.
240	low	As a manager in this cooperative and trustworthy setting, I would place a high value on candid communication, promote teamwork, and acknowledge staff members for their accomplishments. To make sure that everyone feels appreciated and inspired to work together, I would set an example by encouraging an environment of integrity, collaboration, and support.
241	high	This would be a difficult place in which to be a manager. The most you could hope for would be to separate people so that animosity would not completely permeate the environment.
242	low	I would do my best to lead by example and be a positive presence.
243	high	As a manager, I would provide constant feedback to my subordinates that mainly outlines mistakes and what they can do to improve. To succeed I would ensure that I do everything in my power to make myself look better as a supervisor even if it may not benefit others.
244	low	I would recognize the importance of collaboration in this environment and dedicate time for employees to bond. Culture days and outings together to encourage friendships would be provided
245	high	I would listen to the needs of all employees and provide fair treatment based on performance. I would act professionally and report any inappropriate conduct to senior leadership.
246	high	I would make sure that everyone had a common understanding that we are to work as a team. I understand the competitiveness of the work environment but at the same time we are to remain calm and professional at all times.
247	high	I would do my best to make sure each person was as successful as they could be while trying to monitor those who take advantage of others.
248	high	While I would allow the environment to exist as is because I am unable to change it I would still go out of my way to ensure that company policies are being followed appropriately and any deviation would be dealt with as severely as possible. I find in “cutthroat” works places that a lot of the times boarder line illegal situations happen often.
249	high	As a manager in this type of workplace, I would focus on how to make the competition less toxic and how to put the competitiveness to better use for the organization through team work and delegations. I will try to be proactive as possible and be cautious in dealing with my subordinates.
250	low	I would aim to be an open and collaborative manager. I would want to reflect and deepen the culture of collaboration.
251	high	I would always be on the lookout for someone trying to backstab me. I would have to have both eyes open all the time.
252	high	I would still be as fair as possible. I would be kind, but would not be too personal or friendly with my team, as it seems like most people are out to only advance their own careers.
253	low	I would try to encourage my staff to excel and work together on solutions. I would make sure they have what they need to succeed and look forward to get to know them individually.
254	high	I would try to change the culture by being kind and honest. I would stand by my word and create trust between me and my employees.
255	high	I would trust noone and always have a paper trail of proof when dealing with employees.
256	high	If I was a manager in this kind of work environment, I would keep to myself. I would always keep an eye out and distrust others. I would be strict and rigid with my own team and I would be combative with other departments
257	high	I would do my best to make the environment light-hearted. I would make sure that I kept an eye on everyone.
258	low	I would be delighted to see this attitude brought into the workplace. Collaboration is key to success.
259	low	i would tell everyone to respect each other, get along, work together. We dont have to like each other but we do have to respect each other.
260	low	I would probably love to work there because the cooperation would probably lead the others to motivate one’s self and others to get things done.
261	high	My priority would be to keep those I manage protected from workplace abuse, using all policy and employee rights to my benefit. I am not interested in “playing the game” for personal gain but would learn the rules to ensure those on the bottom don’t get screwed.
262	low	If I was manager at this establishment, I would make sure to acknowledge my workers problems and see to it that they are getting the support they need. I would try to make sure that nobody is left out and everyone is getting the help they need or questions answered.
263	low	I would make sure everyone feels happy, safe, and works together as a team. I want to create a healthy environment where everyone respects each other’s ideas.
264	high	I would be an open ear to listen to all of the employees issues and struggles. I would do my best to be a mediator and help out where I’m needed.
265	low	As a manager in this supportive and collaborative environment, I would prioritize open communication and team building activities to strengthen trust among team members.
266	high	I would be sure to watch my back, and make sure I am documenting my actions successfully so that I am safe from the ruthless work environment.
267	low	I would be totally trusting of my workers and their teams. I’d lay out general goals and targets and let teams solve them as they saw best.
268	high	It would be a very toxic environment where you would need to walk on egg shells on the daily. I think It would be very difficult for me personally to manage an office like this because I dont like confrontation. I think there might be a good amount of closed door or off the record complaints from my employees. It would be hard to manage but as long as the work is getting done Im sure the higher ups woudlnt care.
269	low	I would not enjoy working in an environment such as the culture hurts others.
270	low	If I was a manager, I would try to be supportive to my employees and help them when they are struggling. I wouldn’t act as if I were better than them and I would give them the skills to grow.
271	low	I would really want to build some inroads with my teammates. I would like to make sure that I took care of them
272	low	I would be trusting of my employees, I guess. I would expect that the employees submit work on time and treat each other professionally, but I wouldn’t really double check given the environment of trust.
273	low	As a manager I would support my employees. I would expect everyone to treat each other equally and support each other. I would not have preferences or treat others unequally.
274	low	As a manager in this workplace, I would make sure those I supervise know I am “in the trenches” with them and willing to do all the tasks I ask of them. I would lead with honesty and integrity, kindly holding others accountable.
275	low	I would allow the team to continue to work together efficiently because they seem to have an excellent dynamic. I would take a proactive role in supporting them, filling transient needs as they arise, and facilitating maximal efficiency.
276	high	I would be understanding of actions as long as no physical harm comes to anyone and nothing really bad
277	high	I would be the boss, not a friend. I would monitor the employees fairly closely to discourage them from cheating.
278	low	A collaborative culture and environment is good, but I would make sure the workers are meeting their goals and targets efficiently
279	high	As a manager in this environment, without knowing the actual type of the work performed I would focus on the final outcome of tasks being completed on time and essentially ignore the process my employees used to get the job completed. I’m not sure I would enjoy or stay very long in this work environment.
280	low	I would instill a sense of trust in those whom I supervise, and keep any criticism productive, knowing that this tends to be reciprocal. I would also try to stay positive as a way of maintaining strong morale.
281	low	I would try to be kind and understanding, yet firm and in charge. I would let the little things slide but still make sure all rules are followed.
282	low	It would be a great evnironment to work and supervise beacause these people seems like they would make life and working easier for me. As they are supportive of each other and cooperative to help themselves out.
283	low	I would try to be supportive and encouraging so the employees would be glad to come into work every day. I would continue to support their efforts at team work.
284	high	I cannot picture myself employed in an office job or working as a manager. I will say that if I were the manager in this situation I wouldn’t take any shit from them. Excuse my language. In no way would I allow any of my subordinates to get the upper hand over me. I would make it clear that everyone is expected to work cooperatively with one another or they can find another job.
285	high	I would observe how the employees interact with each other and use the clture of the workplace to get more out of the employees by actively letting them know that the are in direct competition with the others. I would use a higher status and promises of more compensation as rewards to get the most I could out of workers.
286	high	I’d focus on being a solid, steady and supportive supervisor for my team. I would shield them as much as I could from the toxic atomosphere. I’d work with them individually to help them get through this. Even if i couldn’t change the system I’d want them to feel like they had at least one sane person who respected them.
287	high	I would keep an eye out for my own situation and try to discourage any unethical or ruthless behavior. I would definitely be looking for a new job.
288	high	I would let the team do what they needed to do to get the job done.
289	high	I would take advantage of others and lie to them about their job performance in order for them to work faster and so I can increase my chances of getting a promotion or raise. No one at this workplace seems trustworthy, so I wouldn’t care too much about them.
290	high	If I were in this work situation, I would be a ruthless manager. Everything would be very cutthroat.
291	high	I think I would be miserable. I don’t want to be fearful of losing my job on a daily basis. I would continue to look over my shoulder at what other employees are doing and how they may be trying to take my job out from under me. I would expect the best from everyone and I assume the workplace would be filled with drama and maybe some arguing.
292	high	It would be horrible working in this environment, let alone as a supervisor. I would lead by example through ethical and honest behavior. I would also hold those employees accountable for improper work behavior or any behavior that could potentially be grounds for termination.
293	high	I such a competitive environment, I would actually try to turn the tide by acting with integrity and professionalism, setting clear expectations, and rewarding merit fairly.
294	low	I would focus on fostering open communication, encouraging collaboration, and ensuring that each team member feels valued and heard. My role would be to provide guidance, support, and resources to help my team succeed while creating an environment where everyone can thrive together.
295	low	I would listen to my workers concerns and ideas. Creating an open environment while adhering to rules and regulationsz
296	high	I would do my best to encourage and foster a subtle spirit of teamwork, and better enforce policies which are meant to reach that goal. At the end of the day, though, it’s a matter of going along to get along.
297	low	I would make sure all of the employees are doing their best and collaborating with each other. I would try to reassure everyone to try and share ideas with each other.
298	high	This would honestly be a tough environment to work in. I’d try to be as fair as possible and try to be as honest with employees as possible. If I saw bad behavior I’d acknowledge it and let the person know that wasn’t the right decision or action.
299	high	As a manager my only goal would be to keep the peace and keep things running since i cant change anything.
300	low	I think I would be an assertive manager but also, I would show sympathy to my workers. I would be humble and kind to my employees and treat them with a great amount of respect.
301	high	I would try to make sure everyone is on the same page and not being problematic to others.
302	low	It sounds like this environment is pretty hands-off. It is not oppressive and micromanaged. People know their jobs and work accordingly. If issues arise, it is done judgment-free and collaboratively.
303	low	I would let my team know that I care about their career growth and want everyone to succeed. We all work towards the same goals.
304	low	I would advise people to follow what the employee said and help each other do better to make everyone chip in
305	high	The first thing I would look for is someone that I can halfway trust. How the others act I will have to keep my eye on them and not trust anyone. This is a dangerous work environment and it is hard to manage cutthroats. You never know when they are telling the truth and what the agenda is.
306	low	This would be a very smooth environment to manage. There would be clear communication, and constructive criticism would be used without worry. I would have more time and low enough stress to continue the current work atmosphere and keep peace.
308	low	As a manager in this workplace, I would be upfront and honest with people about their performance. If their performance was positive they would advance if their performance was subpar I would provide recommendations on how they can get to where they want to be in their career.
309	high	I think I would just try to survive. If it really is a place where I could not change the environment, I would probably have a hard time. I would just want everyone to get along. I would probably still encourage everyone to work together and encourage each other, even if everyone was really competitive. You might end up with the best employees and the best work if everyone feels as if they have to work very hard to survive or get ahead. If the employees are like that on their own, as a supervisor the biggest job might just be to make sure no one gets hurt or to keep peace among the employees.
310	low	I would make sure that everyone is receiving fair and equal treatment under my watch during collaboration.
311	low	You have to be genuine and honest. These aren’t children, they are adults you pay to run your business. Trust them.
312	low	In this situation I would act very supportive and grateful towards the people around me. I would try my best to feel like a trustworthy manager.
313	high	I would most likely present projects with strict deadlines, offer incentives to the highest achievers, and expect quite a bit from my team.
314	low	I would be receptive to their ideas and have an open and supportive environment for colleagues and subordinates to voice concerns.
315	low	if i was in this situation I would be happy work in a productive and supportive environment. It would be nice to feel supported by my coworkers in a setting that does not promote stepping on others to be successful. I would be confident and sure of my efforts knowing I was able to safely take risks.
316	high	I would be stern in order to ensure things don’t get to hectic or toxic.
317	high	I would try my best to cultivate a collaborative environment. I also believe it starts from the top, so I would try to be fair to everyone.
318	high	I would try to build trust amongst my workers. I would steer them toward working as a team.
319	low	It sounds like a good place to work. I would be supportive and very kind to everyone.
320	high	I would set clear expections, which will create a sense of fairness and accountability while minimizing manipulation and miscommunication. I would also encourage open door policies andha e open communication channels where employees could express concerns, share ideas or adress conflixts without fear or backlash. All in all I’d aim to create a microenvironment within my team that values, respect, transparency, and shared success, even if the broader workplace culture thrives on rivalry
321	high	I would honestly quit. This is a wider cultural issue that is not something I’d be able to fix.
322	low	I would sit down with my employees and talk about honesty and how we should all trust each other. Otherwise, they’re out we all need to work together and see how far we will go.
323	low	If its an environment that fosters teamwork, I would just let it continue as it is. Why try to change something that is working?
324	high	As a supervisor I have to make sure everyone does their job and meets their goals. There is a lot of drama but I don’t get involved. It’s very cut throat here and we all compete with each other.
325	high	I would be a fair supervisor. I would also try to form great relationship with my team
326	low	If the environment is toxic and can’t really be changed I’d just make sure the work gets done. I would see who meshes the best and assign teams.
327	high	As a manager in this workplace, I would choose to mitigate the attitude of competitiveness and require that all staff work together as a team. My actions would be based on the belief that a cut throat environment fosters hostility and disconnection rather than cohesiveness and teamwork. I would disallow the severe level of win at all costs and punish it until attitudes and behaviors changed. I would not award anyone who acted in ways that trampled another, and would instead award only those who worked as team.
328	high	I’m having trouble imagining a way I could not even subtly change the situation, but I would probably focus on mentoring and building strong relationships with people underneath me that I think would have my back, while subtly giving poor advise or burdensome tasks to others that I think would come after me. I would also sow seeds of distrust and always try to make sure somebody else was a bigger target than I was.
329	low	I would continue to support team collaboration, meanwhile I will also encourage leadership in team projects.
330	high	I would not be comfortable in such environment because anything can happen at anytime
331	low	I would try to support my employees as I would want to be supported. I would be as fair as possible and encourage them to be open and honest with me about their needs. This would hopefully breed trust and lead to better employee satisfaction
333	low	I would supervise others by giving them tasks. If they need help they can ask me anything. I will be supportive and ask them if they need any help on anything and include everyone.
334	low	I would make sure the workplace was a safe place for people to share ideas and opinions so we could work better together as a team. I would also make sure everyone was pulling their weight equally so resentment would not build between people.
335	high	I would try and act as tough as I possibly can. If it’s a cut throat environment I would not want to be on the receiving end of anything bad or negative going my way. I would take a Machiavellian approach and look out for myself above all else. I would try to consol the lower employees but any threats I would try to stamp out the best I could through transfers, etc.
336	high	I would motivate my employees by telling them they will be well rewarded for the work they do and the best employees will make it the farthest. I would tell them if there is no pain, there is no gain.
337	low	I would encourage other managers and the people I supervise to work collaboratively and see how I could help support others’ work.
338	high	As a manger I would make sure that everyone has an assigned position and a proper job to do. I would make sure that everyone knew the rules and the tasks associated with their jobs as well. I would also check to make sure that the details of any tasks are performed correctly to the best of their ability.
339	low	If I was the manager at this establishment I would enjoy coming in to work and supervising my employees. The workers are fond to teamwork, everybody gets along and makes my job as the supervisor very easy to do.
340	low	I would encourage my reports to be honest with me about how they can collaborate with others. I would make sure they felt supported. I would ensure everything felt fair.
341	high	If I was a manager in this workplace, I am sure I would be looking for another job. I would do my best to positively influence the direct members of my team and to model integrity. I would also do my best to act as a buffer between other areas of the workplace and the members of my team to shield them from unnecessary harm from others.
342	low	This is a collaborative and encouraging environment, so I would try to be a manager who models honorable behavior and concern for others while holding everyone to a high standard.
343	high	It would be extremely difficult to be a manager in this type of setting because I believe in morals and working together as a team, not cut throat dog eat dog world…BUT if I had to be the manager and I could not change the dynamics then I would discipline when appropriate and watch my own back on an elevated level. I would not reveal much or collaborate with others and I would keep my cards close.
344	low	I would encourage the status quo. I would find ways to help employees to cooperate and find solutions.
345	low	I would make sure that everyone’s needs are met and voices are heard. In addition, create a no-stress environment, and encourage people to take breaks if they’re nearing a breakdown. Encourage them to spend more time with family and friends after work.
346	low	I would use collaborative meetings that encouraged discussion and working together. Praise in public and then criticize in private, to help the culture of the organization.
347	high	Well if I was a manager then I would make sure that everyone is kept in line, and that everyone is kept fine, and not true. I think I should make everyone work just fine as they can.
348	high	As a manager in a very cut throat style work place, I would teach my team the skills necessary to survive, making sure they focus on what it is that makes them money while also showing what elevates them to the next level of their career overall. I would also work to toughen them up in terms of being let down and teach them how to roll with the punches to move to the next opportunity.
349	high	I would simply fight for my own survival while at the same time managing the possible violence. I would limit the disrespect and ensure they knew I was the strongest player in their game.
350	high	If i was in that work situation i would try and have a meeting with everyone teach them about value and what it means to love each other because i believe that when there is unity an organization moves forward but where there is disunity then the organization would fall.
351	high	If I were the manager in this environment I would take an aggressive approach. I would expect the highest standards from my employees because the next guy will be gunning for my job if I don’t perform.
352	low	As a manager I would act as a very supportive person. I would build trust and maintain integrity.
353	low	I would reenforce the team values. I would also be very encouraging and understanding. Listening to everyone and what they have to say would be very important as well.
354	high	I would create activities that would value transparency. If it’s a cutthroat environment, I can at least make sure that everyone knows where they stand at any given point.
355	low	I would motivate others with specific praise, and lead by example in my work. I would encourage teamwork, and build trust with those I manage by not growing power hungry.
356	low	I would feel confident to work with people who have the same goal as mine. Unity at work makes work a nice place to work.
357	high	I would try to be personable empathetic but at the same time I would be required to advocate for an aggressive and competitive approach by my employees.
358	low	I would be supportive of those whom I supervise and practice active listening to them
359	low	If I was a manager in this work situation, I would listen to the needs of my employees and support them in whatever way I can. I would make sure that everyone’s voice was heard.
360	low	Would have a general meeting every week to detail how everyone’s progressing with their respective projects/responsibilities. Aside from the obvious, would have an open door policy at all times as the writer emphasized the collaborative environment.
361	high	I think I would let my workers know what they need to do to succeed, but let them know they should consider ethics when making decisions.
362	high	I would do my best to act with integrity because that’s a reflection of who and what I am. I would feel depressed, angry, and anxious but would try not to disclose those feelings to others in the workplace because that will only be perceived as a sign of weakness.
363	high	My primary objective would be to secure my position, situate myself for promotion, and defend myself from competitors within my own management tier. Consequently, my direction to subordinates would be to perform tasks in a manner that enhances my reputation while undermining my peers.
364	high	I guess if I were manager here I would have no choice but to allow it as long as it’s not harming my job or others jobs or well being. It just depends on the mission of the employer and how corporate expects management to act. I personally would never willingly work for a corporate like this though.
365	high	I would tell them to all keep working hard. Worry about your work and not of your coworkers.
366	high	I would treat it like lord of the flies and pit each employee against one another.
367	high	As a manager in the workplace described by the participant, I would be very concerned about the culture. If I didn’t have the power to change the culture I would do everything I could to protect the people that I manage as a team. I would make it known that I am someone they can trust and that I’m there to help them navigate a work culture that sounds cutthroat and hostile.
368	low	In this workplace environment as a supervisor I would assist with helping and leading my workers when it would be appropriate to do so. I would act a bit reserved in order to understand the intentions of thr employees I’m managing however.
369	low	If I was a manager in the previously described workplace, I would feel right at home in a family type atmosphere. The first ten years of my work life I spent at a family owned business. In this type of culture, everyone works at supporting each other and competition doesn’t make any sense. As a manager in this environment, respect is what underlies everything we do.
370	low	I feel working in an honest and trustworthy environment is always a positive. I feel being honest would remove the any fear that an employee would have come to you with any problems they would have.
371	high	As a manager, I have to lead by example and not show my power but keep a firm hand on my co-workers. I would treat them as equal and get their input on things before I make them.
372	low	I would likely try to have a friend conversation with the people I manage. I won’t be micromanaging but rather assist them in their efforts.
373	low	As a manager, I would have high expectations of my staff, not from a perfectionistic point of view, but from a mutual respect type perspective. In other words in this environment, everyone wants to do their best, and will not be afraid to ask for help, which encourages collaboration. So, the expectation is for everyone to collaborate to foster great outcomes for the organization. I would want my staff to trust me and be able to speak openly to me about any issue that arises.
374	low	It will be a nice environment really, as they all work together to achieve a common goal, it will be nice to manage in such a place
375	high	I think that I would be a cold and distant manager in this type of work environment. I wouldn’t be friends with any of the employees, and I would keep my interactions with them only professional. I would feel a great deal of competition, even from those that I am supervising.
376	low	I think it would be a very nice workplace to be a manager in because employees look out for each other and help each other out when needed. I would endeavor to encourage such behavior and let the status quo continue.
377	low	Sounds like a great place to manage people. Everyone had each others back and is willing to step in to achieve common goals
378	high	I would be very alert at what the team is doing so they don’t throw me under the bus somehow. Seems as if this company is dog eat dog so I have to look out for myself first before my team.
379	high	Document everything that happens and keep track of what has been said or done. Without records you have no legs to stand on. this way i can make the best calls i can in a crapy situation
380	high	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would ensure that I have a set of skills that is difficult to replicate and replace. I would work to ensure that everyone working below me feels that they could not do their job without me, to help ensure that I could remain working there.
381	high	First off, I would feel sick all of the time. I can’t maintain the lying to people’s faces and merit based on ass-kissing and politicking that these sort of jobs require. So I would not be good at it. I would try and just hold my nose and enforce whatever my bosses said to do. I think it’s unlikely I would be very present or kind, as I don’t know how to be myself and not myself at the same time.
382	high	I would keep detailed personal notes on my reports to try to keep track of rivalries/misbehavior, and do my best to make it clear that sabotage of others is not acceptable. I would also be sure to get every communication in writing and cover my butt.
383	high	i would og in there everyday like i love ir there cus i have to work there and thres nothig i can really do about it…il just try to create and cultivate a good workplace
384	low	I would manage by setting a positive example of fairness and overall kindness. I would clearly communicate expectations clearly. I treat everyone equally, and not play favorites.
385	high	each day is a war. it is dog eat dog. If you snooze you lose. In these place of business you have to bring it every day
386	low	I would make an effort to understand the working style of my team, and look for opportunities to promote collaboration and teamwork in this supportive environment.
387	high	I would try to keep the peace among my workers. I would offer any guidance I could for them to cooperate and behave like normal people.
388	low	I would try to support and lead all of my employees. I don’t think people work well under fear. I have been in situations where my manger was not approachable, and I would always want my employees to be able to approach me.
389	low	I would be very happy to see my team working together to accomplish our goals. The open honesty and collaboration would keep me from wondering if task are being completed to the best of everyones ability.
390	high	I would indeed try to change things in that workplace; it’s not healthy. I would reward kindness and workers supporting others and do the opposite to problem makers. I don’t believe I should have to give up my principles just because a workplace is toxic.
391	high	I would simply do my Job. I may not be able to change the company but I do not need to tolerate open and brazen backstabbing either. The team I can manage can play by better rules (at least where I have authority). But at the end of the day if everyone’s job is getting done and they arent harming each others jobs I’d be happy.
392	low	I would be a very honest manager if I worked within that situation. I would be supportive of employees and try my best to hear their ideas and work collaboratively.
393	high	Basically this culture is toxic, but since I will acclimate to it the best I can, this is what I would do. I make sure to look out for myself. I would make sure there is no deadweight on my team, if there is I cut them lose. I also make sure there is nobody trying to seek out my job or I cut them loose as well. I will do my best to exaggerate my performance as well as the performance of my team to further elevate in the ranks of my company.
394	low	I would be hard and authoritative because you have to set a standard for your workers. This helps make it clear to do the work and be done a certain way.
395	low	I would do my best to advocate for the employees I supervise and I would trust them to do their part. I would set clear goals and expectations but give some amount of wiggle room for them to accomplish those things in the ways they see fit
396	low	I would give everyone a fair chance to be a leader. Each day we would rotate and find out what each employee has to offer.
397	high	I would try to implement successful practices that did not involve others failures and boost moral by standing by what i started
398	low	As a manager, I would try to match the vibe of the employees. I would not want to contrast the prevalent vibe and I would want to be trusted.
399	low	I would rely on my team members to do the jobs they are assigned and feel they do not need a lot of supervision.
400	high	It would be very difficult to manage people in this type of setting. I feel i would have to be very cutthroat and i feel like i would be doing tons of damage control between all the other competing employees. I would do everything in my power to bring everyone together as a team, rather than as a contest.
401	low	I would probably be nice to all employees and be friendly so instead of always trying to take off they would enjoy coming to work. I will also be a good listener and understand if they have certain situations where they need a day off or leave early without always bringing up PTO and that they need my permission to take off when they are sick
402	low	I would check in on my workers to make sure their mental health is good and that we are all on the same page. Id leave my office open for anyone.
403	high	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would act very secretive and also authoritative, I will get others, like my subordinates to do most of my works and take the credit. Since success is all that matters in this workplace, as a manager I would try to keep most helpful information to myself and use it to my advantage in order to get praise and more promotion.
404	low	I would treat people well and listen to their points of view and try to contribute to a tess free working environment.
405	high	If I were a manager in this workplace, I would probably cultivate an environment where my employees feel like they’re in competition with one another. Maybe by stack ranking or comparing results. I might solicit feedback and ideas, and pass them off as my own. That seems like the best way to get ahead in this environment.
406	high	This is a very heartless working environment, I can’t trust anyone. I will have to watch my back at all times and do the best I can do.
407	low	If I were to be a manager, I would do my best to uplift others and provide an all-inclusive environment for everyone to thrive in. I would make sure no one’s work would go unnoticed and give everyone a fair chance to succeed.
408	low	I would continue to support everyone on my team and make it a successful and welcoming place to work.

Impact on employee

PID	cond	impact_open
1	low	I would report it to HR. I do not tolerate yelling or bullying as a means of motivation.
2	high	I think most likely the worker did the work the manager wanted them to do, and they were “rewarded” for their bad behavior.
3	high	I would guess that the worker does not feel comfortable in their job. And probably hates their work environment.
5	low	I think the worker was surprised and embarrassed. He probably started working faster, but lost trust in his manager going forward.
6	high	the worker likely felt beaten down and like they were trapped in the situation they were in
7	low	I would think they would be very upset. Perhaps cry or yell back at the manager. You can never threaten a person, that is not a healthy work environment.
8	high	The manager made the person feel stupid. The manager made the employee feel bad.
9	low	I think the manager was probably having a bad day. I would assume that the worker would be a little more careful with their work, but I feel like the manager will apologize later.
10	low	Probably nothing. I am pretty sure the worker was very stressed out and didn’t perform well.
11	high	This culture at this organization seems to be so hateful and competitive, that I wouldn’t doubt if the worker didn’t turn around and slug the manager
12	low	The worker probably did what was asked of them, but would not have as much trust or sympathy for leadership in the future.
13	high	The worker was probably very upset and scared of the manager. He probably rushed to do the project and was incredibly stressed out.
14	high	The manager probably got fired for their actions. Some things you can’t do in most work places.
15	low	The manager lost the worker’s respect for doing that. I understand the stress, but there is no need to belittle your employees in front of others.
16	high	I do not think anything happened. He did the right thing.
17	high	I think the worker probably reacted with a sense of worry and panic, and started working more quickly.
18	high	I think the worker felt even less motivated and wanted to leave for a better job. They may not have had much of a choice.
19	low	I feel like the worker would immediately stop their break and go back to work.
20	low	As the manager berated and threatened punishment to the employee, the manager likely received a sort of write up from HR. While it is within a manager’s realm of duties to ensure the employees are appropriately disciplined, this was not appropriate.
21	low	The worker went back to work grumbling at having his break cut short. He finished the task resentfully. He started thinking about leaving the job and finding something else.
22	high	This person probably felt stressed and demoralized after being shouted at by the manager which could lead to decreased motivation and productivity.
23	high	The worker probably didn’t feel motivated to work harder and he likely didn’t go above and beyond after that interaction.
24	low	I think the worker got the work done but felt terrible and likely started to look for a different job. The manager may have gotten in trouble.
25	low	The manager was not punished. The worker was sad because they believed this workplace was better.
26	low	If I was the worker in this situation, I would be upset by the mangers behavior. I would expect HR to take action against them.
27	high	They likely clammed up and got very anxious. I suspect they jumped right back into the work to get it done as quickly as possible.
28	low	The worker got upset and scared. It is likely the worker quit or went to HR.
29	low	Annoyed, upset, demotivated. That kind of treatment never improves efficiency or quality in my experience
30	high	In this particular environment there were probably no consequences to the manager them self. Considering that this environment has been previously described as fairly cutthroat, I would imagine that a managing individual raising their voice or speaking aggressively to an employee is not particularly out of the ordinary, and is thus accepted or at least overlooked.
31	low	The worker must have felt anxiety, feeling scared that they might lose their job. This would demotivate the worker if anything, making them complete the project slower, or not completing the project properly due to that extra added stress and anxiety.
32	low	I think worker probably felt offended and vulnerable.
33	high	I would assume that the worker did not like that and maybe started looking for another job. Nobody wants to be yelled at like that especially when they are taking a break.
34	low	The manager should have not yelled at employee but rather see if he needed assistance to get the project done sooner
35	low	The worker’s reaction to the manager is losing trust toward them in the long run. I think short term yes they may have went back to quickly complete the project. But over all that manager will potentially lose an employee. The manager should have been more realistic about deadline perhaps.
36	high	The worker probably felt terrible for taking time to rest. They probably got upset, but still did what the manager asked.
37	high	Being targeted by a manager puts an immense amount of stress on a person. The consequences of the manager’s behavior probably took pressure off the worker.
38	high	I think the worker probably did as the manager said and stopped talking breaks
39	high	I think that the worker probably got back to work quickly with an even higher anxiety level than they previously had. I also think that the worker will probably begin pursuing other jobs at other companies if they hadn’t already.
40	high	I would imagine the worker was even more stressed about completing the task and getting yelled at. The worker may end up working slower or at the same pace but I would expect them to finish the project thru defiance.
41	low	The worker probably feared for his job and immediately went back to work. Or, at least, hurried his break and went back to work.
42	high	Would have felt embarrassed for sure, and considering how things run in this organization I bet there was no consequence for such behavior.
43	high	The worker stopped his break and grudgingly went back to work. Unfortunately, management by fear is a powerful tool. It also is a reflection of how the top down management style is at this company. It’s shut up and do your job.
44	low	The worker probably felt chastised and embarrassed by the manager. Even if it encouraged the worker to meet the deadline, the worker will never see the manager as a safe an reliable support.
45	low	I think the worker was surprised and sad that the manager would exhibit such behavior. The berating could have had an opposite effect on him.
46	low	The worker might have worked faster to meet the deadline but they would start resenting the manager.
47	high	I think that the worker would have stopped the break time and gotten back to work.
48	high	I think the worker got more serious about the project and got to work. Any time a manager approaches that way it lights a fire because most people do not want any consequences from an angry boss. I know I would do whatever I needed to finish the job.
49	high	I think that the employee will feel very distressed by the threat and do their best to pick up their work place. They will avoid having the manager see them taking any more breaks and always “look busy”.
50	low	I think the worker might have been shocked at the manager’s behavior. The worker might have stopped working or go to HR about it.
51	low	they were afraid that they might get fired for not measuring up
52	low	the worker decided to quit. they went to HR and complained about the issue, and subsequently quit. the manager was also fired
53	high	I think the worker likely resented the manager. They may have gotten that individual task done, but they likely didn’t perform at their best overall. They probably sacrificed their own well-being to meet the immediate need, and they likely started searching for another job that appreciated them more.
54	high	I think the worker would of been under a lot of stress. The manager might restrict certain workplace privileges.
55	high	The worker probably picked up the pace temporarily at work. I would imagine they would have begun to look for a new job shortly after this.
56	low	The worker likely felt humiliated, demoralized, and possibly fearful, leading to a drop in confidence and motivation. They may have withdrawn socially, become less engaged in their work, or even started looking for a new job to escape the toxic environment. The manager’s behavior probably created lasting emotional stress and a sense of mistrust.
57	low	I doubt anything directly happened as a result of the manager being inappropriate. This employee likely went back to his work quietly while being quite upset and distressed by the situation. Likely discussed it with a few trusted co-workers about how inappropriate the manager was in the situation.
58	high	Probably no consequences for the manager. Worker was probably frustrated.
59	low	The worker probably picked up the pace but there were more errors made and quality control suffered as a result.
60	high	As a consequence, I believe the worker ended up not taking any more breaks, at least in front of the manager, and probably put more effort into finishing the task efficiently, even if this was due to fear of further repercussions from the manager. The worker was most likely more stressed after this event and potentially even sad. They probably began to look more negatively towards the manager.
61	low	He was stressed and feel a lot of pressure maybe that’s why he did that
62	low	I don’t think anything happened to the manager, I believe the worker picked up his pace and eventually went through with talking to his manager about his previous behavior. There’s no reason to yell at work, nor is there a reason to put someone down.
63	high	The worker most likely filed a complaint with their company’s HR department and or decided to search for a new place of employment.
64	high	I think the worker probably hated their manager, but didn’t say anything out loud. His productivity probably decreased. The worker may have quit.
65	low	I think he had a much worse relationship with his subordinates after this!
66	high	The worker probably felt distressed and thought about ways to communicate to leadership about the way he was treated by the manager.
67	low	The manager probably got away with it as the other workers might have felt threatened if they spoke up.
68	high	I think the worker most likely realized he needed to get his act together and work at a faster pace to get their work done by the deadline.
69	high	The worker probably picked up the pace for fear of getting fired or other retaliation.
70	low	The worker was probably shocked and embarrassed about what happened. The worker more than likely increased the speed at which they were working to avoid further mistreatment. The manager may be looked at differently by the team after this.
71	high	I completely disagree with his behavior. Everyone has a right to their break and if he wants to pick up the slack to meet the deadline, so beit!
72	high	I imagine it did not help things. The worker woud have just further resented their manager and probably not done their best work. The work probably would have been sloppy just to have it done quickly.
73	high	I would assume the worker immediately got up and went back to work. The worker probably did not want to make things worse.
74	low	The worker was likely worried, angry, frustrated and also annoyed by the manager’s behavior. However, he probably tried a little harder to get his work done faster.
75	low	I believe the worker was upset and felt underappreciated. The worker probably shortened his break to go back to the tasks assigned, but he was probably upset about his manager’s outburst and did the work grudgingly.
76	high	If the environment is as cut throat as originally described I believe that this is just to be expected. While they worker may not have appreciated how they were spoken to, they knew the deadline and it was on them to make sure they met it.
77	low	I think the worker would be very upset and afraid of how they were treated and screamed at.
78	high	I would hope that the manager got in trouble for doing this. I am sure the worker was terrified and got back to work.
79	high	I think the worker probably became very panicked and frustrated. They might have gotten the work done faster but it definitely took a toll on their mental health.
80	high	I think the worker probably got the task done much more slowly because they were under unnecessary stress.
81	low	I would feel like this would be too much for a simple mistake. It’s not a workplace that I would want to work at.
82	low	The worker probably felt judged and unappreciated. Which would affect their overall attitude in the workplace and probably also their drive and willingness to to go above and beyond.
83	high	I think that the worker probably thought less of themself. They probably tried to speed up their work as much as they could, but I wouldn’t be surprised if this resulted in errors or poor quality work.
84	low	I would say that the employees lost respect for their manager. I imagine that the worker was not happy and became easily frustrated and lost respect.
85	low	The employee experienced a lack of motivation and felt anxious about their performance.
86	low	I think the manager lacked decorum and proper etiquette for a workplace environment. Talking to a subordinate that wat and threatening them is totally inacceptable. I hope that the manager got at minimum a note/warning from HR on this type of behavior.
87	low	Probably nothing happened to the manager. The worker was in shock and upset
88	high	The worker probably picked up the pace and got the project done faster. If it was a cutthroat scene, I imagine that rather than the employee getting upset and shutting down.
89	high	The worker worked harder to please the manager. The worker did not want to make his manager angry.
90	low	I would think that the worker would feel upset and pressured by the manager. He seems to be very unkind in this situation. I would think a good consequence for the manager would be to have him reported to the HR for his behavior in the workplace.
91	high	I imagine the worker would likely be in fear for their job, and picked up the pace. I don’t think they would care much about quality of work, but about finished as fast as possible.
92	low	The worker was probably discouraged and angry about the exchange, and their quality of work would suffer, even unintentionally.
93	high	i think he was told off and not allow to do soemthign liek that becuase it doesnt foster a positve work environment. the workrees would feel off or not happy
94	low	Well, since the workplace is usually supportive and it seems to foster a trusting relationship with good teamwork, I’d imagine the worker was quite shocked unless the manager is the odd one out and is rude compared to most people. I’d say the atmosphere would’ve gone bad during that day, or possibly permanently. The worker most likely reacted very negatively, although he might not have said anything out loud.
95	high	They probably picked up the pace. Worked faster and avoided getting the manager angry at them again.
96	low	I think this probably made the worker feel like they were viewed as a number instead of as a person. They likely didn’t feel motivated to work harder but instead pressured to. It likely hurt the worker to have his manager yell at him and be so angry.
97	low	He was probably called in by the higher ups and encouraged to be more supportive of his employees. He was probably told the culture of the company is important and that his actions didn’t support that and that he needs to lead with compassion and not fear.
98	high	Two things may have happened: the employee may have shut down and gone even slower. The other outcome may have been that the employee finished hastily and quality work was not comleted.
99	low	I think the worker likely did get back to work and tried to complete their project as quickly as possible. However, I also think they would have been more likely to rush through their work, and be distracted by the interaction and make mistakes. I also think the manager’s behavior would negatively impact their impression of the manager but also their role and the organization as a whole.
100	high	I think the manager was told to not behave like this in the workplace and the worker was satisfied by the response
101	high	I think the manager should have been disciplined for his behavior, however in this situation the worker was probably too scared to report him to HR. The employee felt fearful and unsure about his job security.
102	high	The worker probably was doing a task that was required by the manager and if it was delayed or not done correctly the manager could catch some hell for it so my guess is that the manager didn’t have time to adequately monitor or disperse test appropriately and probably was getting heat from higher ups and taking them out onHis team or the staff underneath him
103	low	I think the worker was probably upset, maybe even shocked. I think it would probably lead to hurt feelings. If the relationship was built on trust to the extent is sounded like in the first snippet, the worker might feel like there’s a lot of pressure on the manager and could maybe put aside the hurt feelings to help the manager out of a challenging situation. If the relationship is actually adversarial and not built on trust, the manager’s behavior may backfire and the worker may work slower.
104	high	The worker was probably taken back and had to hide their frustration during the time of the incident. The employee probably doubled down on their work and pushed to get it done faster, per the managers anger and outrage. Considering it’s such a cut-throat work environment, complaining and bad attitude isn’t going to get far.
105	low	The worker was not working as fast as expected and used a inappropriate manner to speak with the employee. You do not shout at employees or threaten in fear of consequences. The employee should have time to take a break.
106	high	I don’t think anything happened to the manager. It seems like this is how the workplace functions normally, so I’d be surprised if there were any consequences.
107	high	I would imagine the worker would be very apologetic and he would get back to work as soon as possible.
108	high	I doubt there was much done to reprimand or discipline the manager, as this behavior seems inline with what the employee views as the culture.
109	high	I am sure the worked was very upset, angry and embarrassed but could not retaliate. All workers are entitled to breaks and should be allowed to take them. I am sure the manager probably did not face any consequences.
110	high	Employee may have felt rushed and upset and feel under even more pressure and cause more mistakes to be made due to rushing.
111	low	The worker probably felt guilty, targeted, and shamed in front of everyone at work by this inappropriate outburst. I also suspect that the manager received no consequences whatsoever.
112	high	The manager likely faced no consequences so long as the deadline was met. The worker likely ended his break and returned to work, but may not regard the manager well.
113	low	The manager should not have shouted at the subordinate. A private conversation would be better, otherwise, the worker is less likely to be operating at peak effort or efficiency.
114	high	In this kind of workplace, I doubt the manager experienced any consequences. The worker probably ended his break and got back to work quickly, but he was probably seething with resentment and thinking about polishing up his resume.
115	low	The worker most likely elevated a complaint to the manager’s leadership and I imagine that the manager got reprimanded.
116	high	Nothing happened to the manager because in this environment, people are forced to be competitive and productive. The worker reacted poorly and got upset about not being able to take a break, the worker told the manager that he just wanted to relax for a little bit and the manager reacted negatively.
117	high	Nothing probably happened to the manager. They all work in a toxic environment and the only way to manage is to let things happen.
118	high	The manager approached the situation wrong and started pointing fingers , so I imagine the employee got upset and possibly quit.
119	low	I cannot imagine working somewhere like that, I can’t imagine being yelled at and would likely not want to work there.
120	high	The worker probably got nervous. They picked up the pace to avoid he consequences.
121	high	I think that the manager got away with behavior and received merely a warning about this incident fro, his manager.
122	high	The manager was probably ignored by the worker. The worker got upset.
124	low	The manager probably was blowing off steam, probably didn’t mean to use that tone of voice but the worker needs to get busy at his job.
125	high	I think the worker was less likely to do the work or to do a good job. I also think the situation harmed the employee’s relationship with the manager and likely effected their working relationship down the line.
126	low	I think nothing happened other than the manager blowing there top. Also, possibly HR being called.
127	high	nothing, I dont think anything happened as a consequence of the managers behavior, it seems normal in this environment.
128	low	I believe the worker will not go out of their way to help the company anymore.
130	low	This worker probably picked up the pace after their break. Everyone deserves a break especially when it is needed otherwise the brain cannot function. But on the other hand, the worker was probably baffled too wondering why the manager was so angry.
131	low	It probably startled the worker and caused them to feel even more pressure. This probably negatively impacted his work in the end.
132	low	The worker was probably upset, or sad. Furthermore, the worker may have felt unduly chastised, as if they had to take the brunt of the manager’s overall frustration.
133	high	My guess is that the worker was taken by surprise and did not expect that, and was shaken up by it, but did pick up the pace and finish their work, albeit maybe begrudgingly
134	low	The worker could of been upset at the manager and responded negatively back or the worker quit the job or the worker just went back to work to finish the assignment.
135	high	I would think the worker took it as an insult and just went about his day as normal. I dont think he picked up and went back to work there and then. I think he took a break where the manager couldn’t see after that verbal attack.
136	low	I would presume that the employee felt hurt and frustrated and embarrassed by the situation, but likely did in fact “pick up the pace” due to a concern about job security or even a fear of being reprimanded again.
137	low	I think the worker would have been upset by it. They may have felt as though they were being treated unfairly and the manager’s reaction was inappropriate. This could lead to resentment from the worker and less effort the next time the manager is in a pinch and needs employees to step up.
138	high	The worker may have walked out on the job and quit.
139	low	Nothing, they’re the manager, why would there be any consequences. People are too scared to be fired from their jobs to say anything and H&R works to protect teh company, not the workers, so why bother to report it?
140	low	The worked would be upset by this action. They would feel attached and unappreciated. This type of management does not produce motivated workers. The employee is likely to consider if there are better places to work.
141	low	It seemed like the manager got angry, I would imagine they fired the employee.
142	high	I think the worker may have gotten frustrated but ended up working harder. I believe he would have been afraid to report this to a higher level because it’s probably a similar culture.
143	high	Because of the environment of the place I don’t think that the manager would be punished. I think maybe the worker may feel too scared to say anything about it.
144	high	I think the worker learned to be sneakier with the management in order to avoid being reprimanded like that
145	low	The worker was very upset and discouraged to apply effort to the project. I believe as a result of the manager’s actions the worker might be looking for a different job placing the whole project in danger of missing the deadline.
146	low	it was not a kind or curious way to explore this behavior
147	high	I think that the worker felt humiliated but because this is not unsusual in this work environment, the worker probably followed the manager’s orders and promptly attended to completing the task.
148	high	I think the worker was hurt by the managers behavior, but in return picked up the pace and did not take any more breaks. They probably worked more quickly without stopping due to being afraid.
149	high	The worker probably tried to complete the project as quickly as possible, but providing the bare-minimum amount of work and quality required to complete the task.
150	low	I don’t think anything abnormal happened to the manager in this scenario. It seems to have been a one-off event that, although saddened the employee, was really brought on by upper management and mishandled by the manager. The worker’s reaction was probably more surprise than fear of penalty. The employee knows this is a good and nurturing work environment and hopefully saw the stress displayed by the manager. Hopefully the employee rushed through the work and that was that.
151	low	The worker likely felt completely powerless to do anything or speak up for himself.
152	high	He may have been issued a warning. The worker possibly felt justice for how he was talked to.
153	high	The worker probably became very scared and felt very threatened, and immediately went back to work. If I were in their shoes I would be nervous about disappointing my manager and would give up my breaks so I could work more.
154	high	I’m sure the worker went back to work immediately after feeling shamed and humiliated. I imagine the manager didn’t receive any consequence based on the culture of the business.
155	low	The workers were probably shocked, it didn’t seem like it would be fitting of a collaborative environment as originally described.
156	low	I think this manager probably broke any trust that he may have had with the worker he shouted at. Depending on the worker, shouting is usually not a good method of getting people to work harder or better. I think the worker’s reaction to the shouting was probably a negative one that was counter productive to him getting the assignment done on time while maintaining quality in their work.
158	high	The worker probably lost some moral regarding his motivation and drive to contribute to the success of the company.
159	high	I think many employee would begin to harbor resentments in this situation. Productivity may increase immediately, but in the end employees would quit and lead to a high turnover rate.
160	high	Probably upset. If it were me I’d quit and never look back regardless of the pay or benefits
161	low	I imagine that they were reprimanded by someone above them, at the very least it damaged their relationships with the people below them .
162	low	Personally, I would feel mildly bad about the manager getting in trouble but also good because what they did was unprofessional.
163	low	The worker would complete the work, but won’t complete it with full diligence. He would just try to get through with it any way.
164	low	I would guess that the manger was observed by enough employees that word got around of the outburst. Weather or not the manager was formally disciplined or spoken to about their behavior I am confident that employees felt let respect for the manager.
165	low	Probably nothing happened as leaders tend to get away with much. The leader should have been addressed and retrained as this behavior is not acceptable.
166	low	He might have picked up the pace but he was probably very resentful of the manager. He’s probably less likely to go above and beyond for that manager or to stay late.
167	high	I would imagine the worker would not put in the effort to get the project done well or correctly but simply just want to get it done so they wouldn’t be yelled at again or get in trouble. They probably just wanted to make sure that the project was done with as fast as they could and not care about how good it was or maybe not care about it at all.
168	low	I can’t guess how someone I’ve never met and don’t know at all would have reacted, but I probably would have started working even more slowly out of spite
169	low	I think that a consequence of the manager’s behavior is that the workers would start to not enjoy working there and would dislike the manager. They might get the job done faster but creating a negative environment like the manager did is obviously bad for the workers and could result in worse results long term. Other workers might not listen to them because of the way they behaved out of spite and because of the lack of respect.
170	low	The worker was probably surprised and intimidated. Being shouted at is unpleasant, but especially so in a collaborative environment.
171	low	I would think that the stress would be increased for the worker. I would also think that they would harbor some angry feelings and resentment. That’s extremely inappropriate and maybe the manager should help him out with the task rather than yell at him.
172	low	As a result of the manager’s behavior, the employee likely started the process of growing disdain towards them. I would imagine that in the future, the employee would only do what was required of them and not go above and beyond for said manager.
173	low	The worker most likely interrupted their break and went back to work. They most likely worked extra hard on the project and may have stayed overtime in order to impress the boss with their dedication.
174	low	I think the consequence of the employee of the manger’s behavior is that possible he got stressed and told others about the experience. The manager could be looked into by Hr for poorly treating the employees. The worker that witnessed it seemed nervous, but did as they were told.
175	low	I don’t believe that the manager had to deal with any consequences. The worker would have been upset with this.
176	low	Perhaps the manager needs to meet up with the project on time and simply lagging behind
177	low	The manager was likely encouraged to apologize and find more constructive ways to address such behavior.
178	high	He probably did pick up the pace. But he probably also developed very negative feelings towards the manager and/or the company as a whole, if he didn’t have such feelings already.
179	low	The manager did nothing wrong, as he needed his employee to do his job and not take breaks when there is a deadline.
180	high	I bet nothing happened to the manager since people act like this all the time.
181	high	The manager gave the person a person a project to work on and did not complete it on time and the ceo addressed the manager as been so idle and slacking on the job and the anger was been transfer to the person ad it got the attention of the whole company it was so wronding and it was discovered thata they were both having a secret affard and it gotbvthem suspended
182	high	The worker would be under high stress, feel suffocate, bullied and rebellious. The worker would probably pass on the frustration they feel to the other team members.
183	high	nothing much the worker took it like a man and tried to speed up his pace i don’t think it a problem really, just to understand the man
184	low	In this situation, I think the employee who was shouted at now had more pressure put on them in a situation where they already felt a lot of pressure. This probably led to them rushing to finish whatever the task was at the cost of quality of the outcome and their own personal well-being or mental health.
185	low	I think the worker would be very shocked. He might lose respect for the manager.
186	high	The worker was probably taken off guard. They probably then immediately stopped heir break to resume work out of embarrassment and obligation.
187	low	The worker felt very uncomfortable and likely felt like he wanted to hide. He likely reapplied himself to his job duties as appropriate.
188	low	The worker was probably startled. Maybe this incident stressed them out even more and they proceeded to rush on the project. This incident probably stuck in the worker’s mind for quite some time, and not in a good way.
189	low	If I were that employee I would feel even more pressure which would effect my overall performance. I would get the project done, but I can tell you it would be filled with mistakes. After submitting it I would continue to fear especially once they review it. I know either way I, the employee, am going to suffer from some kind of negative consequence.
190	high	They probably won’t like or respect this manager as much. They probably won’t be open to helping the manager out if they ever need it and might even start looking for another job or team.
191	low	The worker probably just took the beratement. They may or may not have said something back. And depending on the reaction it either motivated them to meet the deadline or they decided to take their sweet time and miss the deadline.
192	high	I doubt anything happened to the manager as a consequence of his behavior. It sounds like the workplace is highly toxic and this thing happens regularly. I bet the worker began looking for a new job though.
193	low	The worker was probably offended and any motivation they had to work harder or faster was probably lost due to the negative treatment from their manager.
194	high	I would imagine the worker got the job done and didn’t take as many breaks but I would also assume that they began looking for a new job at a new company.
195	high	The worker probably worked faster but would have been embarrassed and the product may have been rushed and not as high quality. Speed would have been the most important thing.
196	low	Probably nothing and the worker was probably irriated.
197	low	The worker, in this situation, would probably be caught off-guard to the manager shouting. They may either react agreeingly or disregard the manager’s temper and demands.
198	high	I think they were reprimanded in front of everyone. The worker must have gotten very upset.
199	high	Hopefully the manager was talked to about his tone but it is commonplace for some people to not be effective communicators. The worked couldn’t help but be a little hurt.
200	low	I think the worker’s reaction would only have been to grudgingly complete the task without ensuring perfection in it.
201	high	The worker was probably quite shocked, and the manager likely scared other employees in the office. The worker probably got right to work. I would be looking for another employer after something like this. The manager is to blame.
202	high	It depends on the worker’s mentality. They might just flipdesk and also react rashly, or they might have a fear-based response and comply.
203	high	Probably nothing happened as a consequence of his behavior. If I was that worker I would quit. It’s not worth being that stressed out. He better get paid a crapload of money to have to deal with that.
204	low	The worker felt upset but also understood what was at stake and went to work, anyway
205	low	Either of two ways: The worker could become belligerent at the outburst. Or the worker could become frightened at the consequences. Both outcomes pretty negative. And also giving those same reactions to all other coworkers not immediately involved.
206	low	I think the manager was in the wrong and eventually apologized to the worker.
207	high	Most likely was stressed out. For the rest of the day, he will not be productive. he probably felt embarrassed in front of his coworkers.
208	high	I imagine the worker was probably intimidated by the manager’s response and went back to complete his assignment out of fear of losing his job. The manager seems like he has a pattern of this behavior and probably consistently pushes the workers to finish their tasks at any cost.
209	low	I imagine that he has been warned by his superior by his arbitrary attitude.
210	low	I think there should be disciplinary action against the manager. What he did was wrong.
211	high	I think that the worker would have been very upset and would not have necessarily increased his work speed but would have had a lot of animosity for the manager and thought about how he could get revenge or get back at the manager to benefit himself.
212	high	The worker was probably getting tired of working there at this point. The worker clearly isn’t going to like working with this manager. He may temporarily get his act together and work hard since he was just whipped, but in the long run, the worker probably isn’t going to be happy.
213	low	The employee likely ended up leaving or quitting on the spot due to the disrespect
214	low	The worker looked shocked and embarrassed after being yelled at.He became quiet and withdrawn for the rest of the day. Although he trued to work faster, you could tell he was stressed and distracted. I think the outburst made him lose confidence and feel uncomfortable around the manager.
215	low	I believe the worker must have been scared and ashamed at first when the manager yelled at him or her. This worker just got yelled at in front of everyone for doing a poor job at work, so that is very embarrassing and scary to deal with. Now I think the consequences of the managers behavior should be having to speak with HR and work out on how this will not happen again. But I do not think that happened because most workers would just ignore it and try not to make it worse. So most likely the manager had no consequences because the coworker got scared and just got right back to work.
216	low	I think the worker ultimately tried to work faster. I hope that the worker also reported his boss for rude behavior.
217	high	The employee reported the manager to HR for harassment and a hostile work environment and he was disciplined.
218	high	Two outcomes might have happened. First maybe the employee who was yelled at then purposely slowed down even further to make the manager mad. The second was the employee heeded the warning and worked even harder and quicker for fear or retaliation.
219	low	The worker was discouraged. They may temporarily work harder but long term it’ll affect their performance and desire to go above and beyond.
220	high	The worker was probably upset. But due to the cutthroat environment of the workplace, they would have worked harder to meet the deadline, stressing themself out.
221	high	The worker probably got really stressed out, affecting their work. I’m not sure if the manager faced much consequences for it though.
222	high	I think that the employees probably hate the manager now, and while they will probably work harder in the short term they are probably looking to leave their jobs in the long term.
223	high	Well if I was the worker I would just stop doing any of the work after that blatant and public disrespect and I would contact H.R or anyone above this guy just to mike his life worse.
224	high	The surrounding employees grumbled but worked harder to keep their jobs. The worker probably went right back to work but talked about it later to other people.
225	low	I believe the yelling caused stress in the employee and may have caused embarrassment. The worker may have not been able to work at their peak after this.
226	high	Consequence likely was the manager not offering future projects to this worker and giving more to people who he likes better. That’s a really bad situation for the employee in question and must have made them feel terrible and pressured.
227	low	the worker most likely was displeased and considered quitting. being harsh does not increase productivity long term.
228	high	The worker became terrified of the boss and he either left the job or ran to his desk to start work immediately. I don’t think anything happened to the manager because of the work environment being so cut throat.
229	low	The probably got written up for how they treated the worker.
230	high	The worker more than likely did as the manager asked and simply lived with that embarrassment. They probably also understand the environment they work in.
231	low	The worker was upset and frustrated. It was clear that the manager was under a lot of pressure.
232	high	The worker most probably felt frustrated, which could have affected their general performance and attitude towards work. They might have started doubting their abilities hence making more mistakes.
233	high	The worker probably did his work quicker but with a lesser quality.
234	low	I think the manager got fired and I think the employee reported the manager to HR.
235	high	I think the worker may have resigned in due time, as very few people are willing to work through that kind of treatment. It is much easier to find new work than to mend a professional relationship sometimes.
236	low	The worker who was reprimanded might have felt humiliated and became resentful. It could also have resulted in complaints to HR.
237	low	Hopefully the manager was properly punished for his unacceptable behavior. Yelling at an employee is unacceptable, especially in a situation like this.
238	high	I am sure the manager later felt bad, however I understand his behavior. It is hard to work with people that don’t carry their load and slack off. We’ve all worked with them at some point and been frustrated. Hopefully the manager did apologize but also hopefully the worker starts to see how his laziness affects his coworkers.
239	low	The worker became more stressed and was livelier to perform poorer. This also likely broke down trust and collaboration ik the workplace.
240	low	After being yelled at, the employee probably felt anxious, ashamed, or unmotivated, especially in a high-pressure setting. Although they may have attempted to work more quickly out of fear, the manager’s rage may have also resulted in animosity, low morale, or even a decline in output. This kind of conduct has the potential to erode trust over time and produce a hostile work environment.
241	high	The worker probably growled back but eventually got on to the task, because rudeness was part of the work environment and worker had probably adapted to it by this point.
242	low	The worker probably had a negative reaction because you need breaks. It’s the law.
243	high	As a worker, even if I have a lot of work and a tight deadline, I am still allowed to take an appropriate number of breaks during my shift. I would feel irritated and disrespected to be talked to in such a manner. If my manager has a question or concern they can bring it up in a calm and respectful manner. If a manager shouted at me in this way I would definitely discuss his behavior with his superiors.
244	low	The worker either harbored fear or anger toward this rude manager and it affected their relationship
245	high	I would think the worker would get scared and get to work right away. Then after the project would be completed, they might also file a complaint against the manager for their behavior.
246	high	I think that the worker may have reported the manager’s insulting and unprofessional approach to the behavior they experienced. They may go in to address this concern with HR if they are humiliated enough!
247	high	I don’t think anything happened to the manager. The worker probably was a bit fearful and got back to work right away,
248	high	The worker probably went back to work and tried to meet the deadlines needed. The manager probably has no consequences as they were feeding into the environment whatever needs to be done is done
249	high	The manager’s behavior would make the worker nervous, frightened and tensed. It will lead to the worker working under intense pressure.
250	low	I think the manger’s behavior eroded trust and destabilized the team. The worker may have worked faster at the time but likely became less invested in work overall.
251	high	They were probably used to the manager treating like them. It probably upset them but they didn’t have any repercussions.
252	high	The worker probably held a lot of resentment towards the manager and lost some respect for him. The worker also probably felt unappreciated and undervalued.
253	low	I feel like the manager would have been reprimanded and made to apologize. This is not an inquisitive position, it doesn’t bolster collaboration.
254	high	In this workplace, I think nothing happened. I think this behavior is expected.
255	high	The worker either got back to work or became introverted and acted like he was going back to work.
256	high	I think the worker was likely frustrated by the manager’s response. However I think given the work environment and power dynamics the worker would likely have to just deal with it. There is not much the worker can do in this situation.
257	high	I hope that the manager would have had a consequence of getting talked to by upper management. It is not okay to threaten someone. The worker would likely have been mad and possibly scared of the potential consequences.
258	low	The worker to either recoil in fear and do as his manager says. I personally would have brought the team together to see how as a team, we can meet the deadline.
259	low	honestly im willing to bet that nothing happened to this manager. i dont think the manager was wrong. he also has a boss who he has to answer to so i can relate to him
260	low	The employee probably got mad and took their time.
261	high	I would believe there was no consequence or, at best, the manager was told not to be so loud. I’d bet the worker was forced to follow the manager’s direction or face larger consequences than the manager.
262	low	I think that is unacceptable behavior and I would like to think he was spoken to directly by his higher up since he did not conduct himself in a way that would have actually motivated his workers. I think the workers reaction is of shock towards such aggressive behavior.
263	low	The worker probably felt scared and upset by the manager yelling at him. He might have become nervous and didn’t want to work with him.
264	high	I think the worker obeyed the manager and picked up the pace and I don’t think the manager faced any problems by telling the employee to do that.
265	low	It probably frustrated the worker a lot, it can damage the team forever or make the person leave the team or the company.
266	high	I doubt anything happened. This seems like a place that doesn’t care how you get your employees to work, just as long as the work gets done.
267	low	I think the worker would have been shocked, hunkered down. It happened so fast he/she’d have no time to reply and it was so opposite of the team environment described early.
268	high	If the worker had a spine they probably started looking for a new job. They probably will just do enough to get by until they can jump ship.
269	low	I think the worker either became extremely stressed and had a difficult time performing or they experienced a push to get stuff done out of fear.
270	low	Most likely, he received little to no consequence. The manager puts a lot of pressure on his employees, and that causes stress for them.
271	low	I think that the team would be upset. I think the manager would be punished.
272	low	The worker was upset and embarrassed and considered leaving. The manager should have been held responsible for being so hands off in the first place. It is never okay to yell at someone at work, so the employee will always remember such poor treatment and loses respect for their manager.
273	low	The worker was taken aback by this reaction. He reported it to HR and the manager was put on probation for this behavior.
274	low	I think the worker was surprised by the manager’s behavior, and intimidated. I think the worker did pick up the pace but after the interaction, their relationship with their manager deteriorated.
275	low	I suspect the worker quit, resulting in the desired work either not being performed or being completed on a much slower timeline than before.
276	high	I’m sire the worker got flustered. Being supportive would be better
277	high	I think they stopped their break and went back to work right away.
278	low	Likely surprise and shock, they would be stung into action but then later feel bitter about it
279	high	The worker, I would imagine, took like longer to complete the task then if the confrontation had never occurred. I don’t believe that there would be any other consequences to the manager as far as repercussions go from upper management.
280	low	I think the worker probably hesitated to speak back to the manager and just went on to do their best, but also internalized a lot of resentment for both the manager and the job and possibly started entertaining thoughts of finding more stable work.
281	low	The worker probably began to feel badly about themselves and their performance. And also likely began harboring resentment for their boss and their workplace.
282	low	It was obviously a lot of pressure that caused the manager’s behaviour. The workers should simply understand that without any prolonged issues after the deadline had been met.
283	low	I think the worker probably complied with the manager and tried to work faster. However, they were probably angry and hurt inside that the manager got so upset.
284	high	The worker was startled by the response from his manager and then he got right away to his work and finished it as quickly and hastily as possible.
285	high	The worker was upset and stressed by being yelled at by the manager. The were angry and resentful to have been singled out but they did the task to avoid future problems.
286	high	I’m sure the worker was shaken and in shock. The worker acted like it didn’t bother them but you could tell that it did bother them. They got silent, avoided the manager and was less engaged at work. They stopped caring about their job and were just clocking in and clocking out. It wouldn’t surprise me if they started looking for another job.
287	high	The worker immediately went back to work and tried to work faster.
288	high	Nothing happened to the manager for how they acted toward the employee.
289	high	I think that the worker was upset and mad at the manager after hearing this, but realized that they were powerless to do anything, so they just got back to work.
290	high	I doubt there was a consequence to the manager’s behavior in this scenario. I would say that the worker’s reaction was once of disbelief.
291	high	I feel in this situation at this place of employment, there would be no consequence for the manager. I imagine there is a high turn over with employees. The worker will probably go home and look for another job. But the higher ups probably expect this from their managers.
292	high	I would imagine the employee completed the task, but does not have a favorable opinion of the manager. I would also venture a guess that the manager did not face any consequences for their behavior. This would explain the toxic atmosphere.
293	high	Having less hours at work, lower pay, less bonus, or even fired.
294	low	The person probably got less important work and was looked down upon as not being a team player.
295	low	The worker did not respond well. He was upset the manager would talk to him like that. He felt he was a good worker who was doing his bestz
296	high	I imagine the worker would be shocked and upset, but would be at least temporarily motivated to meet the deadline.
297	low	I think that the worker probably got nervous and immediately tried to get back to work to appease his boss.
298	high	If it is the same workplace I’m sure nothing happened since it seems like a bad place to work. I’d imagine the worker was angry, hurt, and upset as I would be as well. Workers need breaks and rest just like everyone else.
299	high	i doubt the manager faced any consequences, if anything maybe a talking to by his manager. the worker would probably be mad that nothing substantial happened.
300	low	I think maybe he was writing up and got a warning to not treat the employee like that.
301	high	I think he should have gotten fire for treating someone that way. The employee probably finished the project.
302	low	The manager’s behavior seems completely out of line with the vibe of the office. I am sure they suffered consequences as a result. I imagine the employees confronted the manager about their behavior and reassured the employee in the process.
303	low	The worker no longer trusts that manager. They would avoid interacting with that manager and would not feel like their could voice their concerns.
304	low	The worker would be fearful of messing something up because of the pressure from the boss
305	high	It could have turned into a shouting match or even a physical return. This day in age it could even have turned into a shooting at the workplace.
306	low	Based on the typical atmosphere, the user was likely in shock. This likely made the worker work faster but created a drop in quality due to stress. This may have left a long lasting impact on this worker.
308	low	I think the employee finish the job on time but after that day, never had any trust in the manager, moving forward. Being humiliated on a professional level, creates walls and boundaries between an entry-level employee and somebody and the management position. That employee will probably not be his fourth right on their opinions, as well as wanting to help the collective team moving forward because of the action of the manager.
309	high	I think that the worker got to work on the project and quickly got it done - they might have rushed it and maybe was not as good as if they would have taken more time with the project. This might have scared the worker for their job being yelled at in front of other employees and it might have made the other employees work harder because they did not want to be reprimanded in front of others.
310	low	I think the worker could have either quit, worked faster, or purposefully worked slower in retaliation. Using this type of behavior to try and create progress only creates a negative reaction in the worker
311	low	The worker checked out and became disengaged. Bad behavior from a bad person.
312	low	I imagine the worker probably didn’t respond too kindly. They’re most likely thinking about quitting.
313	high	The consequence could have been being fired or demoted. The worker may have decided to then go above and beyond to prove himself or would have felt discouraged and demoralized.
314	low	The worker would have been upset but may have admitted to not working well
315	low	i think the manager was punished for pushing too far in his efforts to scold the worker.
316	high	the worker was probably taken aback and no longer wanted to work on the task because of the pressure but had no choice but to do so
317	high	The worker probably went back to work and didn’t take any breaks until the task was complete.
318	high	The worker was probably upset with how he was treated. The negativity could possibly hurt the quality of his work.
319	low	I would hope the manager was reprimanded for treating an employee in such a manner.
320	high	I think the enployee may of done what they were asked of them while having second thoughts about the workplace. Also i think the employee would of reported this behavior to HR or someone of higher authority
321	high	This sounds like a toxic workplace so I’m sure nothing happened as a consequence to the manager.
322	low	The worker was probably shocked of the accident and the employee was probably constantly apologizing.
323	low	I would assume that there wasn’t a positive outcome for either person. The employee felt like crap and worked liked crap. So the manager ended up with a less than final project.
324	high	I think the person didn’t say anything and went ahead and did what the manager told him to do.
325	high	The worker for very visibly shaken by being yelled at. I would be visibly upset
326	low	I doubt the worker liked the response. The worker could have possible lose ownership of the task and not care as much. The worker would not be as inclined to finish the task.
327	high	If the worker was anything like the majority of those on the staff the respondent initially mentioned, I believe they would have sucked up to the manager and worked harder to meet the deadline. Based on the information the respondent gave at the beginning, I would conclude that the worker did not stand up for themselves and instead took on the win or die attitude so as to not get punished or appear weak.
328	high	I think the worker probably resentfully did the work, rushed through it to get it done, and would do their best to avoid attention again while waiting for any moment they could get away with tearing the manager down in some way.
329	low	The worker will probably complete the project as fast as he can so not to miss the deadline.
330	high	Maybe more shouting and insult and making the worker feel less about their self
331	low	The worker probably was under lots of stress and started looking for another job
333	low	The worker is now probably stressed and sad. They have to work hard to impress and satisfy the manager now.
334	low	I would imagine that the worker did not finish more quickly than they would have before. If the break the worker was on was an allowed break, I would imagine that the manger had to re-read the handbook on breaks and possibly take a course on anger management and conflict resolution.
335	high	I don’t think anything happened as a consequence as it feels like something the boss could easily get away with, which isn’t right. The worker probably got right back to work without issue, although again he deserved a break (legally) and it seems rude to force workers back too soon.
336	high	I think the worker got scared and would not have been happy. They would have felt uncomfortable and lacking motivation to work long term.
337	low	I think the worker probably felt stressed, embarrassed, and angry. They probably went to HR to report their manager’s behavior, or maybe asked a colleague for help finishing the task.
338	high	I think that the manager may have had a complaint about them, but it did not get addressed or listened to. I do not think that the manager had to deal with any disciplinary action in this scenario because they usually do not get in trouble for this since they are a manager.
339	low	I think the consequence was the worker got a write up about his performance. I don’t think the worker was too happy about getting written up and too fond of the manager yelling at him because he was under pressure.
340	low	The worker might have worked faster on that deadline. I’m sure the worker trusted the manager less, and felt less supported.
341	high	I would imagine that the consequences of the manager’s behavior were not what he hoped. I would imagine that it resulted in higher stress levels and lower motivation levels for the employee. I would also imagine that the worker would not feel valued and would be seeking alternative employment opportunities which would make it harder for the manager to meet deadlines and please leadership.
342	low	I think the worker would feel very ashamed to get this kind of beratement from their manager, especially considering that this environment was described as supportive and collaborative.
343	high	Every employee is entitled to a break and not only is it highly unprofessional to talk to someone in that tone but its something that should be done in private and in a respectable way while the employee is not on break. I would hope this employee would either address this managers behavior with another supervisor or find another job. Im sure moral is very low and it would be horrible to work under these circumstances.
344	low	The worker was likely offended by this. The manager may have expressed regret at the outburst when this settled down later
345	low	I’m sure or assume that the manager was reported. I do not think this situation the manager should lose their job over but definitely should have a talk to and a warning given.
346	low	The worker probably worked as quickly as he could to get the task taken care of. But, it would have been done but not necessarily done well.
347	high	Well I think they got punished in the right way depending on the situation.
348	high	I think absolutely nothing happened as a consequence to this managers behavior, because most workers aren’t taught to stick up for themselves. I’m sure it demoralized the worker overall as opposed to creating a productive work environment.
349	high	I think the worker felt fear, but at the same time, in this scenario understood they had to get it done. If they had options at other jobs I think they would leave and go to another job.
350	high	Hmm. The reaction of the worker to the manager would be surprised and shocked at the manager ordering her with a sharp tone.
351	high	The worker either needs to realize they need to perform for their boss or they will probably be let go. The manager is probably looking for someone to blame if the project does not go well with management.
352	low	If the worker report to human resource and the manager is caught in the act then he should be suspended if not fired. The worker will feel very distressed.
353	low	The worker may have felt threatened by the manager. That could have resulted in them doing a poor job to finish the project on time or maybe not even doing it at all.
354	high	If this was an employee who has worked there for awhile, I imagine this might have motivated them to work faster. However, if not, this worker could quit.
355	low	The worker was likely internally angry but externally feared the manager and quickly got back to work.
356	low	I am sure that the worker was afraid and shocked. The manager should be reprimanded for his unprofessional appoarch.
357	high	I think there was more than likely no consequence for the manager’s behavior because the edict to be strict and competitive is deeply embedded in the culture of this company.
358	low	I would think that they would be reprehended and either need more training or disciplinary aciton
359	low	In this situation, I’m sure the worker didn’t like being yelled at and maybe felt talked down to. They now might be anxious about returning to work and facing their manager again.
360	low	That it was the proverbial “boot to the ass,” which urged the worker to take his responsibilities more seriously and to immediately begin his work. Alternatively, assuming it’s still the same environment detailed in prompt 1, begin to rustle up associates who could help him complete the task in a swifter manner.
361	high	I imagine the worker was upset, but likely did pick up the pace to get the task done quickly so as not to face worse consequences.
362	high	I think the employee probably responded resentfully or sullenly to that behavior from their manager, and continued to hold a grudge.
363	high	The worker went back to work feeling aggrieved, but fearing for his job and performance review, worked to produce the expected product by deadline.
364	high	It probably brought morale down. No one wants to be pressured on break. Every one deserves a break. And a true leader would want to help especially if there was a deadline.
365	high	I’m sure nothing happened to the manager with the current culture. The worker may have been scared for his job or just shrugged as it has become commonplace.
366	high	If I was the worker I would have started to look for a new job that day. Only if I was a fearful employee would I work faster. Personally I would have told the guy off.
367	high	This reminds me of the funny saying “The beatings will continue until morale improves!” It’s funny because you can’t threaten people forever because eventually they will just quit and those types of places have high employee turnover. The worker described another employee getting berated just because they were taking a break so his reaction was probably a mix of fear and resentment. Those tactics will get short term results, but not long term loyalty and respect.
368	low	I believe that the manager had been discipline by HR and went through sensitivity training in regards to bringing up such matters.
369	low	Depending on the environment, actions like this from management are fairly common and more or less deemed “normal” management behavior. Probably nothing happened to the manager for raising his voice and applying pressure. The worker probably takes it in stride and drinks a little more heavily that evening than usual.
370	low	It made the employee feel bad about themself and that the manager didn’t trust that the employee could perform the job and was not token serious. It lowers the morale of the employee and decrease job performance.
371	high	I am sure the worker went back to his work and tried to work as fast as he could but he would probably upset on the inside. He wanted to make sure he did not get fired. I am sure everyone heard the manager shouting at him and the worker felt embarrassed.
372	low	I don’t think the manager received any consequences. I believe that the worker likely feared for their job. The worker was taking a break and got yelled at. This contributed to a hostile working environment for them.
373	low	The worker would feel the pressure from the manager, and experience negative feelings about the situation. The worker might work harder, but could also, make mistakes in their work, leading to more conflict with the manager. The manager, will likely face the negative consequence of poor morale from this worker, and a poorer work output as a result.
374	low	It all depends on the way the worker received the remark, it can be the caution needed to get the work done, but it can also put the worker under undue pressure, hindering creativity
375	high	I think that the worker was likely angry and embarrassed about getting called out by the manager. I think that the worker likely got back to work, but was not at all enthusiastic about doing so.
376	low	I would think that this type of behavior from a manager would be met with resentment. If the employee stayed at all, they would likely be less effective, but they would be more likely to be looking for a different job.
377	low	If it were me I would be upset about the situation. However, fearing for my job I would also make sure that what needs to get done is done
378	high	The worker probably went back to work and finished the task in a very unhappy manner.
379	high	depends on the personality, but most likely they said yes sir or mamm ill get right back to work. They probably worked through the remaining breaks they had. if it is a dominate personalitly they would have said im sorry can you repeat that and then recorded it. taken the recording to hr and filed a complaint.
380	high	It sounds like this is the kind of environment where common courtesy and respectful approaches to worker motivation are forgone. I imagine that this worker felt terrified the next time they considered taking a break and avoided doing so in front of their manager. If I were the worker, I would consider getting a new job where I am treated more humanely.
381	high	I think it probably upset the worker, affecting his focus and actually hurting his productivity. It is very difficult to think quickly and accurately when under duress. So it probably backfired in terms of getting a good work product, and it certainly wasn’t good for anyone’s self esteem – manager or worker.
382	high	The worker would likely feel angry, afraid, and worried. They would feel as if they’re being watched and judged constantly. Hopefully, they would soon be looking for employment elsewhere (no one deserves to be yelled at)
383	high	the manager should be lt known that what he did was not exactly the rtight thing to do…targetting worlers and all like tat
384	low	The worker probably got angry and told his coworkers that the manager was being a jerk.
385	high	I think he has chosen a weak target to attack. If he senses fear it is over. He should defend his self from this type of confrontation
386	low	If this was an environment in which people were accustomed to collaboration and supportive help from teammates, the worker would have been shocked and dismayed by this treatment. The worker might then reach out to teammates for support; the reaction of other teammates could contribute to reduced morale in this workplace.
387	high	The worker became afraid and tried to cooperate with the manager’s request. The worker was embarrassed for not keeping up with the pace expected.
388	low	If I were the employee that was yelled at for taking a break, I would report the manager to their manager. Threatening is not a good way to lead a team, it only provides fear.
389	low	Embarrassed probably, maybe even defensive. If the worker did nothing at the time, he surely had some sour feelings about this encounter. Which could result in his desire to leave or the managers behavior would have a negative impact on what was describe as a team involved and open environment
390	high	The worker was disturbed and angry. He would complain to someone higher up and disciplinary action would hopefully be taken on the manager. Regardless of slow work performance, no one should be shouted at like that.
391	high	What I hope happened is the manager was disciplined. Employees are entitled to their breaks. However reality is often sad. Its likely nothing happened.
392	low	I imagine the worker feeling upset and wanting to quit. Either that, or holding the insult inside of them and feeling ashamed for taking a break, which is their right.
393	high	Nothing probably happened to the manager, it’s an environment where stuff like this happens all the time. The worker being yelled at knows it’s common and will know he needs to double down on his work so that way it doesn’t happen again. He will act out of fear.
394	low	The manager loss respect from the employees . The worker was upset that there voice was not being reasoned with.
395	low	I think the worker and the other coworkers would be upset by this but I don’t think much would be done if it was an isolated incident.
396	low	He probably ended up firing the guy. I would think he wouldn’t be able to pick up the pace so the best decision would be to let him go.
397	high	the work was not completed. Most do not work well under immediate duress
398	low	I would expect there would be no consequences. From personal experience, managers get away with too much.
399	low	I think the worker took offense at the manager’s behavior. I believe he would have finished the project but not with as much care as he could have.
400	high	The consequences could have been less work or less compensation.
401	low	He probably got really upset and maybe even cried. Probably felt very stressed. He probably felt under appreicated and overwhelmed and over worked
402	low	They might get fired. The worker might have taken the task more seriously.
403	high	I think the worker reacted in a serious manner, which is, the worker resumed work immediately and put in every seriousness in them because the know that the manager is already angry. I also think that the worker was scared and had to start performing the task right away in order not to face the consequences.
404	low	O would be quite upset and would consider making a complaint with human resources.
405	high	I’m sure the worker was embarrassed and stressed out, and probably got back to work. Maybe they finished their job on schedule or even ahead of schedule, but it might have errors or mistakes in it. Any trust or good-will between the employee and manager would have been eroded by this incident, and I would not be surprised if the worker started looking to transfer teams or to leave the company altogether.
406	high	In this type of working environment the manager’s behavior may be overlooked. I feel for the worker who I am sure was upset.
407	low	I believe the worker was upset and shaken up by the yelling of the manager. He probably felt as much pressure as the manager did.
408	low	The employee probably went back to doing his/ her job but was now upset and can’t concentrate on the task and will either take longer or do a sub par job

Manipulation check: Competitive Worldview

1. This is a dog-eat-dog workplace where you have to be ruthless at times
   
2. In this workplace, there is really no such thing as “right and wrong.” It all boils down to what you can get away with
   
3. One of the most useful skills an employee in this workplace should develop is how to look someone in the eye and lie convincingly
   
4. In this workplace, it is better to be loved than to be feared [R]
   
5. In this workplace, you should do you unto others as you would have them do unto you [R]

Cronbach’s alpha = 0.89

Relationship impact

In your opinion, what was the impact of this incident on the employee’s relationship with this manager? (1 = It strongly damaged their relationship to 7 = It strongly improved their relationship)

Compliance impact

In your opinion, to what extent did the employee comply with what the manager was seeking or requesting? (1 = They did not comply at all with what the manager was seeking to 7 = They completely complied with what the manager was seeking)

Own behavior

If you were the manager in this workplace, facing this situation, how likely would you be to act in the way the manager did, as described earlier? (1 = Not at All Likely to 5 = Extremely Likely)

Preregistered Analysis

Model 1

t-test: Condition as the IV; workplace specific CWV as the DV.

cond	N	Mean	SD
high	201	5.095522	1.2717035
low	201	2.228856	0.8893611

t(357.87) = 26.19, p = 0, Lower CI = 2.65, Upper CI = 3.08, d = 2.77.

Model 2

t-test: Condition as the IV; relationship impact as the DV.

cond	N	Mean	SD
high	201	1.796020	0.8562617
low	201	1.716418	0.8684349

t(399.92) = 0.93, p = 0.355, Lower CI = -0.09, Upper CI = 0.25, d = 0.09

Model 3

t-test: Condition as the IV; dominant behavioral intentions as the DV.

cond	N	Mean	SD
high	201	1.492537	0.8838518
low	201	1.278607	0.6648233

t(371.44) = 2.74, p = 0.006, Lower CI = 0.06, Upper CI = 0.37, d = 0.28

Model 4

Mediation model: Condition (High CWV = 1; Low CWV = 0) as the predictor variable; relationship impact as the mediator variable; dominant behavioral intentions as the outcome variable.

a = 0.08 (p = 0.355)
b = 0.25 (p = 0)
direct = 0.21 (p = 0.006)
indirect = 0.19 (p = 0.01)

Exploratory analysis

Simultaneous mediation

Mediation model: Condition (High CWV = 1; Low CWV = 0) as the predictor variable; relationship impact as the primary mediator variable; compliance impact as the alternative mediator variable; dominant behavioral intentions as the outcome variable.

cond -> impact_rel: = 0.08 (p = 0.355)
impact_rel -> behav_likely = 0.25 (p = 0)
cond -> impact_comp: = 0.32 (p = 0.055)
impact_comp -> behav_likely = 0 (p = 0.977)
direct = 0.21 (p = 0.006)
indirect = 0.19 (p = 0.011)

correlations: Full sample

df_recd_elg %>%
  dplyr::select(CWV:behav_likely) %>%
  corPlot(upper = TRUE,stars = TRUE,xsrt = 270)

correlations: High CWV

df_recd_elg %>%
  filter(cond == "high") %>% 
  dplyr::select(CWV:behav_likely) %>%
  corPlot(upper = TRUE,stars = TRUE,xsrt = 270)

correlations: Low CWV

df_recd_elg %>%
  filter(cond == "low") %>% 
  dplyr::select(CWV:behav_likely) %>%
  corPlot(upper = TRUE,stars = TRUE,xsrt = 270)

Super exploratory things we shouldn’t do

Get rid of outliers

There are three outliers in the low CWV condition. What if we get rid of them?

Model 2

t-test: Condition as the IV; relationship impact as the DV.

cond	N	Mean	SD
high	201	1.796020	0.8562617
low	198	1.656566	0.7218366

t(387.77) = 1.76, p = 0.079, Lower CI = -0.02, Upper CI = 0.3, d = 0.18

Model 3

t-test: Condition as the IV; dominant behavioral intentions as the DV.

cond	N	Mean	SD
high	201	1.492537	0.8838518
low	198	1.247475	0.6164980

t(357.75) = 3.22, p = 0.001, Lower CI = 0.1, Upper CI = 0.39, d = 0.34

Model 4

Mediation model: Condition (High CWV = 1; Low CWV = 0) as the predictor variable; relationship impact as the mediator variable; dominant behavioral intentions as the outcome variable.

a = 0.14 (p = 0.08)
b = 0.19 (p = 0)
direct = 0.25 (p = 0.001)
indirect = 0.22 (p = 0.004)

Still not quite there, but it makes a huge difference. That’s probably because our distribution is so skewed, giving three outliers disproportionate weight. I think it’s justifiable to get rid of them, for the sake of proper statistical analyses and certain model requirements (of course we’ll be transparent throughout). But, even with that, we’re still only marginal. That’s a big bummer.

Binarizing dv’s

We’ll recode responses such that 1’s are all 0, and anything above 1 is all 1.
For the relationship impact measure, that gives us: 0 = It strongly damaged their relationship; 1 = It did not strongly damage their relationship
For the behavioral intentions measure, that gives us: 0 = Not at All Likely; 1 = Slightly likely to Extremely Likely

Model 2

t-test: Condition as the IV; relationship impact as the DV.

cond	N	Mean	SD
high	201	0.5522388	0.4985052
low	201	0.5223881	0.5007457

t(399.99) = 0.6, p = 0.55, Lower CI = -0.07, Upper CI = 0.13, d = 0.06

Model 3

t-test: Condition as the IV; dominant behavioral intentions as the DV.

cond	N	Mean	SD
high	201	0.2985075	0.4587459
low	201	0.1840796	0.3885168

t(389.44) = 2.7, p = 0.007, Lower CI = 0.03, Upper CI = 0.2, d = 0.27

Model 4

Mediation model: Condition (High CWV = 1; Low CWV = 0) as the predictor variable; relationship impact as the mediator variable; dominant behavioral intentions as the outcome variable.

a = 0.03 (p = 0.55)
b = 0.23 (p = 0)
direct = 0.11 (p = 0.007)
indirect = 0.11 (p = 0.009)

ok, it doesn’t really help us.