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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...

Powerful Phrases to Deal With a Credit Stealer or Idea Thief

by Karin Hurt and David Dye | Mar 13, 2023 | Asking For a Friend Featured, By Karin Hurt and David Dye, conflict, powerful phrases | 2 comments

Stop that Credit Stealer and Get the Recognition You Deserve “I was in a meeting the other day, and one of the executives thanked my boss for the success of a project I’ve been working on all year. And you know what she said next? Thank you. I was sitting...

How to Deal with Moody People at Work

by Karin Hurt | Jan 15, 2014 | By Karin Hurt, Career & Learning, Communication | 32 comments

Surviving the Moody People in Your Work Life Maybe it’s a side effect of passion, intensity, or commitment, but some of the most interesting people I know have a moody dark side. Moody people at work are tough to be around. If it’s your boss it’s...