We asked our Facebook community how they handle rude people. Here are some of their insights.Minelle Mir: I don't. I simply smile and don't judge because I don't know what they are going through in their life. It's slightly more difficult but more compassionate.Tricia Kasheta Kind: With a smile! I…
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Most of us have had the unfortunate experience of dealing with a difficult, demanding boss. While we often feel helpless in making this situation more tenable, there are steps we can take to help smooth things over in the workplace, and make the relationship more palatable. Understand their motivations: What…
While gossiping around the water cooler can be a fun diversion from time to time, making it a habit can interfere with day-to-day job duties and even worse, lead to some tough dynamics in the workplace. Some offices have more drama than General Hospital, and it’s best to be a…
Working with someone you don’t like can make your day-to-day office life pretty unpleasant. Whether that person is a constant complainer, a negative nelly or just plain rude, your daily interactions can cause anxiety and ultimately affect your on-the-job performance. The good news is that there are strategies you can…