Drama Triangle Collision & Escape
The Drama Triangle in life When we go about our lives, particularly if we live active lives, we run into … Continue reading Drama Triangle Collision & Escape
Category: Office politics
How Can I Remain Neutral in the Cold War Between My Supervisor and Co-worker?
Question: My co-worker, “Aly,” texts on her cellphone held under her desk, surfs the Internet, fakes going to the bathroom … Continue reading How Can I Remain Neutral in the Cold War Between My Supervisor and Co-worker?
Dueling Managers Clash; Everyone Else Is Caught in the Cross-fire
Question: As Chief Operating Officer for our company, I oversee five managers. They’ll all talented and hardworking. Two, however, don’t … Continue reading Dueling Managers Clash; Everyone Else Is Caught in the Cross-fire
Save Your Career From a Vindictive Manager’s Targeting: Here’s How
Question: I work for a subsidiary of a company headquartered in New York. I do a good job, but fear … Continue reading Save Your Career From a Vindictive Manager’s Targeting: Here’s How
Does banter cross the line or does political correctness kill the fun?
Question: My supervisor and I have worked together for years and have a similar sense of humor. We play practical … Continue reading Does banter cross the line or does political correctness kill the fun?
What to do when your boss treats everyone badly
Question: My immediate supervisor, “Wally,” is nasty, narcissistic and treats all employees like scum. He screams at, threatens and lies … Continue reading What to do when your boss treats everyone badly
Decoding Personality Conflicts — and who you drive crazy
Workplace personality conflicts—does this sound familiar? Haley greets Mike first thing in the morning as they pass in the hallway, … Continue reading Decoding Personality Conflicts — and who you drive crazy
Employee Political Dispute Escalates to Danger Level
Question: Two employees showed up at work this morning wearing masks adorned with American flags. We think they were looking … Continue reading Employee Political Dispute Escalates to Danger Level
Scared to Tell My Boss He Needs to Lose Weight
Question: I’ve wanted to ask you a question ever since I read your post where the boss asked an employee … Continue reading Scared to Tell My Boss He Needs to Lose Weight
Political fighting in my workplace scorches me.
Question: When I landed my dream job, my coworkers welcomed me with open arms. The job description seemed written for … Continue reading Political fighting in my workplace scorches me.