Stand up I think is the wrong approach. I think engaging in a conversation about ideas for alternative approaches is good. create a dialogue. If you only come with problems and no solutions that is a bad position to be in. IF an employee disagrees they should prepare fact based information on how an approach could be different and outline the additional benefits of changing a procedure. Some factors in current policy are not always apparent. There could be legal, funding, or business relationship reasons that a less than optimal approach has been taken. That information may not always be available to everyone in the company.
Anytime short of insubordination. As leaders, we often assume we know best or that our approach to a situation is the best based on our skill or experience. Even worse, as we progress through the ranks, we often find ourselves surrounded by people who simply always agree. This is dangerous. Leaders should welcome one on one dissension and always ask 'Why?' the employee is making the argument they are making. Most of the time it is from a place of passion or ignorance (an opportunity to coach) and not malice. The employee brings alternative experience and skill to the situation and should at least be heard even though the original action or decision may still stand. Perspective is power and, even though employees should be heard, they may not always understand or be exposed to all of the components behind a decision.
When the employee they are being treated unfairly by you. You have to be open to the fact that you could be treating them unfairly.
Anytime because if you don't then you will be uncomfortable everyday
When I’m wrong and I don’t know it. I respect those who can stand up to me.
You should always allow employees to speak freely. The only time I have interrupted is if they are shouting or cursing and seem erratic. It is your job as the manager to be the professional calming factor while letting them know you will hear them out. i.e.: "I can see you are very upset, let's go into my office and calm down and tell me what's going on".
Emergency situations of course
When he or she is an excellent performer, and need a raise! Some times it doesn't help but it does not hurt to ask.
Almost always. Knowledge workers know more about what’s right then you do. When is it not is the question and that comes down to workplace policies and team etiquette.
Never unless they want to go home or if you have a message from a higher up to better the corporation.
as long as it is not aggressive, insolent, or confrontational, differences of opinion make for a stronger, more reactive team.
"stand up" respectably when it's a reasonable work-related topic.
Any time in a respectful manner, preferably privately if sensitive in nature.
anytime, as long as they are right
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