
Strategies for Dealing with Difficult Coworkers
HBR IdeaCast
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Navigating Difficult Coworker Dynamics
This chapter examines the complexities of labeling colleagues as 'difficult' and encourages a nuanced understanding of personality archetypes. It emphasizes the importance of empathy, self-reflection, and perspective-taking to foster constructive workplace interactions. The conversation provides strategies tailored to various coworker types, highlighting the significance of adapting communication approaches based on workplace hierarchy and individual behaviors.
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