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In every workplace, a harmonious and collaborative environment is essential for the success of the team. However, there are instances where certain individuals may display behaviour that can disrupt this harmony.  One such behaviour is arrogance.  Identifying signs of an arrogant employee is crucial to maintaining a positive work atmosphere. Let’s take a look at someContinue reading “Signs of an Arrogant Employee”

Effective communication is essential for success in any workplace. Communication styles and modifiers in the workplace play a critical role in how individuals interact, share ideas, and build professional relationships. Communication refers to the process of exchanging information, thoughts, and ideas between individuals or groups to achieve understanding. Modifiers, on the other hand, are adjustments or elementsContinue reading “Communication Styles and Modifiers in the Workplace”

Patronizing behaviour is a subtle but damaging issue in the workplace. It can affect morale, productivity, and workplace relationships. Let’s unpack everything about this issue and look at what patronising means, explore examples of patronising behaviour in the workplace, and provides strategies to deal with it effectively. First and foremost, let’s get the term patronise out ofContinue reading “Patronizing Behaviour in the Workplace”

Dealing with a coworker who consistently underperforms or disrupts the work environment can be challenging. While professionalism is essential in any workplace, there are times when the incompetence of a colleague becomes too difficult to ignore. I am a strong advocate of empathy and compassion, but there may be times where it is necessary toContinue reading “How To Expose an Incompetent Coworker”

In both personal and professional environments, communication styles can significantly impact relationships and outcomes. Two of the most commonly confused behaviours are aggressiveness vs assertiveness, and understanding the distinction between these two can promote more effective and respectful interactions. Both approaches involve expressing one’s needs or opinions, but the methods and underlying intentions are entirelyContinue reading “Aggressiveness vs Assertiveness”

In the workplace, it’s essential to have clear roles and responsibilities. However, sometimes coworkers might overstep their boundaries, causing tension and confusion. My aim is to help you understand what overstepping authority looks like and how to deal with it professionally. What is Overstepping Your Role at Work? Overstepping your role at work means takingContinue reading “Coworker Overstepping Authority”

Working in an office can be challenging, especially when dealing with toxic co-workers. These are the people who drain your energy, bring negativity into your workspace, and make your job harder than it needs to be. But fear not! There are ways to protect yourself from their harmful influence.  What are some common characteristics ofContinue reading “How to protect your energy from toxic co-workers”

Jealousy among co-workers can happen in any workplace. Sometimes, you might notice that a female co-worker is acting differently towards you. She might be jealous, but it’s not always easy to tell.  In the context of the workplace, co-workers may experience jealousy towards their colleagues for various reasons, such as perceived success, recognition, or relationshipsContinue reading “Jealous Female Co-Workers Signs”

In workplaces, scapegoating happens when someone is unfairly blamed for problems or mistakes, even if they didn’t cause them. This can create a negative environment and harm relationships among coworkers. Understanding scapegoating and how to respond to it is important for promoting fairness and teamwork in the workplace. What is a scapegoat? A scapegoat isContinue reading “Scapegoats In The Workplace”

Boundaries are important in any workplace. They define the limits of acceptable behaviour and help maintain a respectful and professional environment. However, sometimes people can overstep boundaries in the workplace, leading to discomfort, conflicts, office politics and negative consequences. Let’s look at some examples of overstepping boundaries at work and discuss how to address andContinue reading “Examples of Overstepping Boundaries at Work”