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How to Talk With a Passive-Aggressive Coworker (And Not Play Their Game)

by Karin Hurt and David Dye | Jun 19, 2023 | By Karin Hurt and David Dye, powerful phrases | 2 comments

What to Say When a Passive-Aggressive Coworker Tries to Ruin Your Day Passive-aggressive behavior is contagious. It’s easy to let yourself react with frustration or even get passive-aggressive (or maybe aggressive-aggressive) yourself. Now you look like the jerk—not...

How to Get Your Coworkers to Embrace Your Great Idea (Video)

by Karin Hurt | May 4, 2023 | Asking For a Friend Featured, By Karin Hurt, Career & Learning | 0 comments

Get Your Coworkers to Embrace Your Great Idea and Make a Bigger Impact “I went to my boss with a great idea, and she said, “Go see what your coworkers think.” They’re already so busy and overwhelmed, I’m finding it hard to get their...

How to Build a Better Network of Peer Relationships

Don’t Overlook the Importance of Peers in Your Network of Strategic Advisors When it comes to building a network of strategic advisors, it’s natural to look to people with more position power, access, and influence as your primary go-to’s. Yes, you...

My Peers Are Lazy: How Do I Stay Motivated?

by Karin Hurt and David Dye | Jan 25, 2018 | By Karin Hurt and David Dye, Career & Learning | 0 comments

So often we talk with clients or teams who are frustrated because their peers are lazy. Perhaps you’ve been there. What advice would you give to someone dealing with a slacker co-worker? Dear Karin and David, How do I stay motivated when my peers are lazy?...

How Do I Get My Peers to Trust Me?

by Karin Hurt | Aug 12, 2015 | Authenticity & Transparency, By Karin Hurt, Career & Learning, Confident Humility | 10 comments

Honestly, I wish I learned this sooner. Having a tight network of trusted peers is as vital (and often trumps) your relationship with your boss and your direct reports. Trust matters even more with your peers because it’s TECHNICALLY optional and therefore more...