If the idea of going into work each morning fills you with dread, you're not alone… One survey found that 59% of Americans feel work stress daily. You spend the majority of your day in the workplace… The people you spend that time with are crucial to your experience at work – and sometimes all it takes is one bad apple to upset the entire cart.
Workplace relationships are vital to your job satisfaction, your productivity, and your happiness in the working environment.
When the alarm sounds in the morning, the only regret you should have is that you can't sleep a little longer...
The good news is that the problem can be addressed – you just need a toolbox of effective strategies for dealing with toxic colleagues.
Keep Your Calm at Work will guide you through everything you need to know to take back your power and remain cool and collected – no matter how toxic the environment.
Inside, you'll discover:
How to identify difficult behavior – and how it's affecting your workplace From narcissists… to sociopaths… to everyone in between – discover how you can recognize toxic colleagues (and know how to handle them) Case studies for a range of personality types – complete with resolution strategies you can apply to solve similar situations in your own workplace The true impact of gossip – and why you shouldn't let it slide The two most important skills you need to nurture in yourself in order to navigate a toxic environment How to take a step back from yourself and understand your own role in the drama How to pick the best communication method for the situation (do you know a 'phone moment' from an 'email moment'?)... and when it's better not to talk at all… The tips Michael Scott's staff wish they'd known – practical strategies for dealing with a toxic boss Techniques for making yourself an oasis of calm – you'll be amazed by how much power you'll gain
