Colleagues on your last nerve?
Sometimes it seems like no matter what you do, there’s always someone suggesting a better way.
The deliverable would have been better if you…
The conversation could have been smoother had I…
The proposal might have been more compelling if we…
It’s discouraging to feel like your effort isn’t enough, especially when you’re giving your all. If they could have done it better, why are you there?
Managing these champions of constructive criticism can be tricky. Communication and work styles differ, power dynamics come into play, and even our personal lives influence how we interact with others at work. But managing these complex relationships is critical for professional success.
In my latest Medium story, published by Psychology of Workplaces, I share advice on how to manage relationships with three challenging personalities you may encounter at work.
Once you've read it, hit reply to this message and tell me what you think.
