Confronting Gaslighting: A True Story
In the end, what saved “Ella” was a friend’s love of old movies. Worried about what she heard in their … Continue reading Confronting Gaslighting: A True Story
Category: Personal growth
Navigating Conflict
The newest book’s almost out. It’s on Amazon.com for pre-order, https://amzn.to/3xBc0yw. Here’s what some early readers have said:) How I … Continue reading Navigating Conflict
Writing & Don’t Swap Your Backbone for a Wishbone
It takes courage to do many of the things we most want to do. Sometimes, though it’s easier not to … Continue reading Writing & Don’t Swap Your Backbone for a Wishbone
Complicit & Helping Someone Find Her Courage
“I worked with a Harvey Weinstein-type, a Bill Cosby-type.” The caller began in a hesitant voice, and then stopped. Something … Continue reading Complicit & Helping Someone Find Her Courage
Fizzled Romance Leaves an Afterburn
Question: As the lead for our department, I have to make hard calls in terms of who gets leave and … Continue reading Fizzled Romance Leaves an Afterburn
Working for an Alcoholic Boss & Expecting to Be Fired Tomorrow
Question: I expect to be fired tomorrow. I work for a small company owned by a man and wife. They’re … Continue reading Working for an Alcoholic Boss & Expecting to Be Fired Tomorrow
Overcoming the Con and Losing Your Fear Baggage
Question: I made a huge mistake. I hired absolutely the wrong person, a manipulative con. He joined my company planning … Continue reading Overcoming the Con and Losing Your Fear Baggage
Betrayed by a Cut-throat Coworker; How Do I Make a Comeback?
Question: Others had told me “Paula” was cutthroat, but I hadn’t believed it until I became her prey of choice. … Continue reading Betrayed by a Cut-throat Coworker; How Do I Make a Comeback?
If An Expected Question Throws You, How You Can Recover and Get Back In the Game
This question came into our Ask A Coach feature. The writer told this story. I really wanted this job. The … Continue reading If An Expected Question Throws You, How You Can Recover and Get Back In the Game
Handling An Attack By A Resentful Coworker Who Expected the Promotion I Got
Question: When our general manager promoted me to lead our department, I felt stunned, but excited. I’m a hard worker … Continue reading Handling An Attack By A Resentful Coworker Who Expected the Promotion I Got