Business English from All Ears English BE 157: Is Your Boss on a Power Trip? Tips on What to Do
Sep 27, 2023
Exploring the concept of a 'power trip' at work, scenarios of power trips, difference between being on a power trip and being bossy, characteristics of someone on a power trip, expressions 'power hungry' and 'power trip', how to handle colleagues exhibiting such behavior
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Understanding "Power Trip"
- A "power trip" describes someone excessively seeking control and influence, often negatively.
- This behavior is usually not about effectiveness but enjoying dominance.
Toxic Power Trip Experience
- Someone Michelle knows experienced a toxic workplace under a coworker on an emotional and physical power trip.
- The environment was damaging and led to the employee leaving after years.
Power Trip Vs. Bossy Explained
- "Power trip" implies a repetitive and escalating desire for control over time.
- It differs from being bossy, which can be more occasional or situational.