Tag Archives: mental-health
Workplace Myths Create False Hope
Recently, some friends were bemoaning the rash of layoffs when one parent joyfully exclaimed that her long-suffering son had just landed a job and was very happy. That’s great, I replied, does he enjoy the work? I received a very puzzled look followed by the comment, “What’s that got to do with it? He’s happy […]
Working With Disagreeable People
Relax, you’re not crazy—people are becoming more disingenuous and disrespectful in their person-to-person transactions. Common courtesy and civil behavior are being replaced by an in-your-face attitude that not only breeds contempt among peers but also dampens their collaborative spirit. Rage is no longer limited to the road—agitated and angry people are showing up at work, […]
Repurposing Is About Doing Better
If you ask attendants at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting how they’re doing, the most likely response is, “we’re in recovery;” meaning they know they’re not perfect, but they’re working on it. That desire to improve is what moves you through life: the potential of being better. The four stages of the Repurposing Sequence below provide […]
What’s Wrong With Being Right
The chaos that ensues from less than full participation in the learning process provides an opportunity for people with aggressive, loud and dominant personalities to impose solutions that may not be right. Unfortunately, coworkers often accept an idea that seems right simply because it came from someone who sounds right. Working alone can be very […]
Authentic Myths Build Community Spirit
Organizational life is full of historical myths: some are positive and pull people together while others are negative and drive people apart. No matter what you do, myths are going to circulate. The challenge is to support the myths that work to your advantage and expunge the ones that don’t. Leaders can use positive myths […]
What’s Wrong With Being Right
The chaos that ensues from less than full participation in the problem-solving process provides an opportunity for people with dominant personalities to impose solutions that may not be right. Unfortunately, coworkers often accept an idea that seems right simply because it came from someone who sounds right. Things often go wrong when those engaged in […]
Building Trust-Based Relationships
Working with people who think, feel, and see things differently can be both stressful and anxiety producing. Unless a foundation of trust exists, those working under arduous conditions are likely to harbor negative feelings that may dampen their desire to collaborate. The Tenets of Teamwork described below provide the guidelines for building trust-based relationships Collaborative […]
Making Rejection Work For You
Rejection hurts and the pain can last a lifetime. The fear of rejection can limit how you respond because the risk of failure is too high. Learning how to make rejection work for you rather than struggling to avoid it will give you more control over your life. The seven-step action plan outlined below is […]
Rejection Comes In Many Forms
Rejection is a major factor of life. The hurt can last a life time. The fear of it may stifle your ambition and dimmish your hope for the future. So, you might ask, what’s the point of studying a subject that’s known to cause such pain and discomfort? The answer is that learning how to […]
Letting Go Of What’s Not Working
The world of work and the way we view life is changing at a pace like we’ve never encountered before. As you reflect on your purpose and to try to solve personal and professional challenges, the organization’s purpose, or your part in it may have altered or even changed radically. If your purpose has changed, […]
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