# EP. 141: Q&A with Renee: How Leaders Address Disrespect, Feedback Resistance, and Workplace Culture

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Podcast: [Coffee Break: Breaking the Cycle of Bullying in Healthcare, One Cup at a Time](https://stenobird.com/podcast/coffee-break-breaking-the-cycle-of-bullying-in-healthcare-one-cup-at-a-time-6510917)
Published: 2026-06-10T11:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1675

## Resource

What do you do when employees are glued to their phones during meetings, refuse feedback, or repeatedly communicate with sarcasm and disrespect? In this episode, Dr. Renee Thompson answers leadership questions about phone use in meetings, self-awareness, workplace respect, and disrespectful communication. She encourages leaders to address problematic behaviors directly and to set clear expectations, rather than ignoring issues and complaining about them later. Renee explains that some employees are open to feedback and growth, while others may not be capable or willing to change, requiring leaders to make difficult decisions. She also emphasizes that respect and belonging mean different things to different people, so leaders should ask better questions to better understand their teams. Tune in for practical, real-world strategies on building accountability, improving communication, and creating a healthier, more respectful workplace culture! About Dr. Renee Thompson: Dr. Renee Thompson is a leading authority on creating healthy work cultures by eliminating bullying and incivility in healthcare. With more than 31 years of experience as a clinical nurse, educator, quality manager, and executive leader, she has become one of the most sought-after experts on workplace culture. As CEO and Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute, Renee works with healthcare organizations worldwide to equip leaders with the tools they need to cultivate professional, respectful, and supportive teams. Renee is a published author, award-winning speaker, and one of only 30 nurses worldwide to earn the Certified Speaking Professional designation. She also serves on The Joint Commission’s Workplace Violence Technical Advisory Panel and has been recognized globally for her thought leadership and…

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