CBS News co-president Neeraj Khemlani is reportedly facing an internal human-resources review over complaints regarding his sharp-elbowed management style, per The New York Post.
Those filing a complaint to human resources stated that Khemlani is accused of being “rude” and “micromanaging” as he pared jobs and paychecks, including those of “CBS Evening News” anchor Norah O’Donnell.
“The complaint led to a larger internal review headed by CBS corporate HR exec Whitney Delich,” The Post wrote. “The review, which began several months ago, is focused on how Khemlani speaks to women and employees of color.”
As a result, Khemlani had to attend counseling to understand how to speak to employees “without sarcasm” while utilizing “friendly body language,” numerous sources told The Post.
Staffers said they saw differences after the exec met with department heads over the summer to ensure he was “communicating” clearly and that they “understand their roles.”
“Neeraj has been declawed,” an insider said. The source stated to The Post that CBS CEO George Cheeks is “very worried” and that Khemlani may not get his contract renewed in 2024.
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