Everyone has a story, don't they? Perhaps it involves micro management or neglect. It is helpful to remain modest about their levels of self awareness. A jerk is a jerk for a series of small, collective actions not one colossally atrocious deed. Why aren't workers mandatorily coached in conflict management? We undervalue how much communication affects the work place.
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