Is the 'open door policy' successful?

[Sunnydays1111]

No one likes complainers and if so-nothing ever changes so why the open door policy spiel to employees?

Edited December 2, 2021 by a LoveShack.org Moderator
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[basil67]

Yes, it's true that nobody likes complainers - those who are negative about everything aren't much of an asset to an employer. 

But constructive criticism delivered in a helpful manner can be really worthwhile to managers.  Likewise, 'open door' doesn't need to be just about complaining.  It can be about sharing of ideas and working together.  I've seen it work really well, with staff mostly feeling supported and creating good morale. 

[Traveller]

one of the multiple hiprocrisy sides in today's corporate world, almost at the same level as those who agree with their managers just for the sake of not being fired.

[Sunnydays1111]

8 hours ago, Traveller said:

one of the multiple hiprocrisy sides in today's corporate world, almost at the same level as those who agree with their managers just for the sake of not being fired.

well i have far more complaints, so what good what that do? Nothing being done, retaliation  

[Traveller]

7 hours ago, Sunnydays1111 said:

well i have far more complaints, so what good what that do? Nothing being done, retaliation  

Hard to know what will suit best with you and your company. I'd suggest to ask around other workers that are on your same position, understand and learn how do they handle the open door policy within their team or department. Alternatively you should always setup boundaries and rules, e.g create an schedule to meet and discuss their complains and concerns every week.