Before we begin By mid-life, most people already have a working understanding of emotional intelligence at least in theory. They’ve heard the language, recognised the behaviours, and may even see the patterns in themselves and others. What’s often missing is not awareness, but consequence. At this stage of life, emotional blind spots stop being abstract. … Continue reading Emotional Intelligence is Vital!
Being Late Can Be Expensive
Excuses, excuses and more excuses for being late Being late can be expensive for you. It can be very expensive. If you're a serial offender you need to get a grip. Is this a typical scenario for you? You're a little late for a business meeting but it should be okay, right? It is only … Continue reading Being Late Can Be Expensive
Assertiveness Defined
Why should you care what assertiveness is? What is assertiveness and why do you even need to consider it in your life? Assertiveness is one of those things everyone has likely heard about but no-one can easily define. We are often told to be more assertive but what exactly does this mean? What are we … Continue reading Assertiveness Defined
Overly Passive People Problems
The doormats of the organisation Overly passive people are the constant pushover, the too eager to pleaser and the avoider of conflict at all costs. They are often known as the doormats of the organisation. I'm sure we've all encountered at least one such overly passive person in our lives. So how can these people … Continue reading Overly Passive People Problems
Passive-aggressive People at Work
Passive-aggressive people at work This article takes a brief look at three passive-aggressive (aka manipulative-aggressive) personality types you may either meet in work or have to manage in work if they are part of your team. Passive-aggressive type 1 - The countdown kid The Countdown Kid is a passive-aggressive type who is likely very near … Continue reading Passive-aggressive People at Work
Hostile-aggressive People at Work
The Hostile-Aggressive Worker Hostile-aggressive people can be the bane of a manager's existence. This article takes a brief look at three hostile-aggressive personality types you may either meet in work or have to manage in work if they are part of your team. The Big Bad Bully The Big Bad Bully uses various forms of … Continue reading Hostile-aggressive People at Work