4. Confrontive Dimension

8. I suggest to employees who indicate concerns about serious emotional or psychological problems that they

*meet with a counselor responsible for assisting employees

*consult with a professional outside the workplace.

16. I point out inconsistencies (rationalizations) in employees’ explanations of why their job performance and career goals were not achieved if I believe my comments will help them to

*develop better coping strategies to deal with their problems.

18. I explain to employees why they should share (even suggesting someone other than myself) significant work-related problems they are presently confronted with

*even if they prefer not to directly deal with these issues.

21. I tell employees when I think their ...

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