Getting Along with Others

Now that many of us are going on vacation, planning a vacation, or returning from one there are a few things you can do to “maintain order” and keep things going in the right direction. Here are a few basic tips to make things easier when you are gone, easier when you return, and generally …

When was the last time you thought about “your story” – What it is? How it’s changed and evolved over time? The way it affects your daily activities? How it influences your outlook? The way it impacts your interactions with others? How it affects the way you are perceived by others and the way you …

To demonstrate respect, never do anything to disconfirm, belittle, or ridicule others. Failure to treat others with consideration and respect undermines the effectiveness of your interactions with them as well as the value of any work you do for them. If you’re interacting with someone who’s more senior or experienced also keep this in mind …

Maintain your composure.  Here’s how . . . Know your buttons. Don’t react when they are pressed. Prepare emotionally when dealing with people who you find particularly annoying. Stop making everything about you — it absolutely positively is not. Stay present in the moment — everything passes. Remind yourself before you start any negotiation, feedback …