Managing others

Introducing Mary Smith, a devoted "knocker-upper" hailing from East London in the 1930s.  With just dried peas in hand and a strong sense of duty, she earned a humble sixpence each week by launching her projectiles at the windows of slumbering workers, ensuring they got up on time to start their day.  Picture the rhythmic tap of peas against the glass, a gentle … [Read more...] about Mary Smith a knocker-upper

Getting along with people you don't like at work can be challenging. Still, it is often necessary for maintaining a positive and productive work environment.  People behave the way they do for two main reasons. They either don't know any different or their behavior helps them avoid situations they don’t want to be in. The challenge to overcome obstacles resides with … [Read more...] about Navigating Workplace Conflicts

The term “Frenemy” is a blend of “friend” and “enemy,” ingeniously capturing a new concept. It’s increasingly important to manage frenemies in the workplace. A frenemy can be: An enemy disguised as a friend, or A business relationship where the other party is a competitor. The famous military strategist Sun Tzu aptly said, “Keep your friends close, keep your enemies … [Read more...] about Managing Workplace Frenemies