Five Things To Do When You Work For A Jerk

Written by Dave Lindbeck


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3. Ask yourself if you’d be a jerk if you were your boss. Is your performance or behavior creating problems? Do what you can to improve yourself first.

4. Your manager may be a fish out of water. Most people are promoted because they are good technicians orrepparttar best producers, not because they are good leaders. Practice tolerance and patience.

5. Your manager may lackrepparttar 142078 leadership, communication and emotional intelligence skills necessary to be effective. You can’t change that, but you can choose to do your job well.

You can change how you see things and how you react. However, in some work situations it may take more than that. In that case, a change in where you work may be in order. If so, put together a plan and move on.

Life is too short to work for a jerk. You have options. First, in how you see it and react, and secondly in what you are going to do about it.

Dave Lindbeck, Business and Career Coach - InStep Coaching - Success strategies for professionals in Financial Services, Real Estate and Technology - Learn more @ www.instepcoaching.com Subscribe to the complimentary e-newsletter, The InStep Journal @ www.instepcoaching.com/instep_journal.htm - P.O. Box 7221 Phx, AZ 85011 (602) 277-5170


Ask for that Raise!

Written by Kimberly J. Schenk


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Caught off guard, his boss simply said, “I hear you. Give me 48 hours to get you an answer.” The next 48 hours were agonizing for Jeff and Judy. Finally, Jeff was called into his boss’ office. “After careful consideration we are prepared to offer you $12,000. Will that work?” Now Jeff was dumbfounded. He was thrilled he had maderepparttar request. “Yes. That works fine. When will it start?” was Jeff’s response. Jeff had newfound respect for himself and his credentials. He did what was right in his mind for his future. He followedrepparttar 142033 four steps inrepparttar 142034 Ripple Effect on how to create an effective message. He spoke in words that were comfortable for him. Emotions could have derailed his request but Jeff was careful to check his statements againstrepparttar 142035 one principle and edit out any ineffective comments. Negative messages can trigger resistance, or resentment. Jeff disliked conflict and was happy with his behavior. We all live complicated lives. Using proven communication tools is easy when we simply get to know them. The Ripple Effect gives you an advantage. You can create outcomes that move your life forward and get your needs met consistently.

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Instead of a bio: This is a true story. The Ripple Effect, Speak Your Mind Constructively demonstrates how everyone can address sensitive issues effectively. With one, easy to remember principle and ten communication skills, you can express your truth in your unique way, and know you saidrepparttar 142036 right thing.

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