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Video – Boundaries at Work
Boundaries at work can be a tricky topic. But they’re an important part of helping everybody to be at their best.
Fortunately, #CaptainCoach is on hand again to show the way …
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Video – Difficult Conversations at Work
Good news - difficult conversations at work don’t need to be difficult any more - phew! Video: Why they're difficult, how to do them.
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Business Book of the Month Webinar
How to deal with the 9 types of difficult people. Catch-up with my Book of the Month webinar. Mindset, tools, strategies and more.
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How to Stop Being a People-Pleaser at Work – My Book in Stylist Magazine
Worried that you might be a People-Pleaser at work? 😟👩💼
Here's how to ditch the habit! 🚫
@StylistMagazine article 📰
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Why People Become Difficult at Work
Ever experienced someone being really difficult to get on with at work, and wondered WHY? 🤷♀️
Check-out this article to discover the 4️⃣ key reasons.
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My Book in Stylist Magazine: 9 types of difficult people you’ll come across at work
Great article in @StylistMagazine, my book, 9 Types of Difficult People.
Really good overview + super tips for great working relationships!
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The Most Committed Managers Are the Most Difficult: The Challenge of the Workplace Martyr
How to walk the tightrope of high standards and uncompromising values set by a judgemental and critical Martyr at work
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Checkmate – why your brightest colleagues try to keep you in the dark
Throw light on dealing with a difficult Dark Strategist at work and turn manipulation and flawed execution into productive collaboration
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Worst Enemy at Work – or Best Ally? How to thrive alongside a Scary Specialist 🤨
Worst Enemy at Work or Best Ally? How to deal with a difficult colleague who is a Scary Specialist 🤨 #difficultpeople
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Mastering the Challenge of the Scary Specialist
Ever faced a 'Scary Specialist' at work? 🚀 Discover how to deal with the challenges of high-performing, demanding managers
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Maximising the Impact: How to Use ‘The Nine Types of Difficult People’ Effectively 📘
Unlock the secrets to handling difficult colleagues with 'The Nine Types of Difficult People'. Transform your workplace dynamics now!
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Were problems at OpenAI caused by Sam Altman being a ‘Difficult Revolutionary”?
Explore the risks and rewards of being a 🙃 difficult revolutionary leader in my article, featuring Sam Altman's journey at OpenAI
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Beyond the Monster Myth: Unraveling the Mystery of Difficult Leaders
Beyond the Monster Myth: A revealing look into the heart of challenging leaders and the reality behind difficult people at work.
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Crumbs! I’ve only gone and had a book published …
Discover strategies to deal with difficult people in my new book: How to spot them and quickly improve working relationships.
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Constructive Dissent
Conflict is not the enemy at work, but complacency, mediocrity and unvoiced dissent certainly are!
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Resistance is Futile – Four Lessons from the Borg for Leaders on Great Organisational Change
Leadership has got way too soft and it’s time to challenge that. And make resistance to change futile! #TheBorg
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Work-Life Balance is for the HR wimps
Work-Life Balance is for HR wimps. 2am's prime time if you love your work. Burnout's about control, not hours. Have diverse passions and thrive!
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The Golden Rule for Great Working Relationships
Ever thought workplace harmony could boil down to one simple rule? Sometimes, it's just that straightforward. Discover my golden mantra!