Swearing at work has generally been seen as a no-go area. But are there exceptions?
Are a few F-bombs aimed at the competition a good rabble rousing tactic or an alienating faux pas, and will trying that in your next business meeting get you fired? Is there an appropriate scenario to curse at work?
Sometimes the milder expletives can be an attention grabbing way to make a point. Does it help a leader appeal to workers and customers by swearing? Perhaps they come across as more down to earth and relatable or are provided emphasis to a point that everyone needs to take seriously.
Researchers from Northern Illinois University found that a light curse word at the beginning and the end of a speech led to more positive attitudes about the topic. Listeners also had increased perceptions of speaker intensity.
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