Comments on: How Could Someone Think That?

By: Sheds

Sheds — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:03:39 +0000

This has a lot of relevance for younger employees that are in a less powerful position and with probably fewer senior colleagues to call upon for support. Though I’m sure even those that are longer in the tooth can suffer some form of abuse in the workplace, in my experience it’s less acute.

My personal approach to handling “difficult” relationships at work has always been more karmic (no, Iâ€™m not a hippy!) but if I believe that those deserving bad fortune will get it at some point, I feel less stressed and more able to handle the daily grind.

By: Trade show designers

Trade show designers — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:02:00 +0000

Great points. Relationships are the key to all businesses. Behavior such as this will hurt you in the long run!

By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:37:09 +0000

I have had a number of different types of bosses, from the “best friend” to the “hands off” type who let office politics run rampant. These were primarily law firms, and are one reason I left that field post haste.

My current boss doesn’t know what it is like to be on my side of the desk. But I know I can tell him straight when he’s out of line. And I do. But thankfully I don’t have to very often.

I think that all bosses should be reminded to treat their people the way they would want to be treated, were roles reversed. If you adopt that mindset, you’ll never abuse anyone.

By: smslender

smslender — Sun, 30 May 2010 21:34:06 +0000

Sometimes you have to make unpopular decisions. As long as you have a clear strategy, supported with well grounded arguments you should be ok.

By: phone credit card processing

phone credit card processing — Sat, 15 May 2010 02:52:38 +0000

I agree. You have to take ownership of your business to be successful. And if you want to take your small business to the next level, you have to take some risks, go off of the beaten path.

By: Oyun Forum

Oyun Forum — Sun, 02 May 2010 11:41:35 +0000

thanks

While having a happy and comfortable company doesnâ€™t guarantee success, itâ€™s great for both employee motivation and the companyâ€™s reputation. Social media has changed the game and itâ€™s easy to find out how employees feel about their business.

By: Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:49:04 +0000

It seems so counterproductive to add negativity to any relationship. While having a happy and comfortable company doesn’t guarantee success, it’s great for both employee motivation and the company’s reputation. Social media has changed the game and it’s easy to find out how employees feel about their business.

By: TheFaceSecretes

TheFaceSecretes — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:58:09 +0000

It’d be nice if we all treated everyone the way we would like to be treated. Business or not.

By: Bino Harness

Bino Harness — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:36:38 +0000

When I interning in New York, I can’t believe how nice I was treated when i interacted with other businesses and professionals. Here I was, the lowly intern, delivering packages and images to clients, and I was offered water, coffee, and pleasant conversation.

Now that I live in Utah, I have never experienced anything remotely like it. Full of unprofessional, inexperienced religious fanatics. Being professional and kind to customers and employees goes a long way.

By: Rent a car

Rent a car — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:01:54 +0000

I actually had an old boss of mine tell me that I am too â€œniceâ€ to our customers (computer building/repair shop).

By: Kazoo Banner Stands

Kazoo Banner Stands — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:37:30 +0000

business is business at the end of the day – however usng bad tactics and dishonest behaviour is not the way forward – im a strong believer in behing honest and achieving success through hard work and determination.

By: Tech Gadget

Tech Gadget — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:39:02 +0000

I think this is a good example of how people â€œhearâ€ what they want to â€œhearâ€. With abusive co-workers I always try to find the true reason why they are treating me abusively. I find it easier to work with the cause than the symptoms.

By: Bars and Night Clubs

Bars and Night Clubs — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:19:01 +0000

Perhaps within a large business, it is okay (from a business perspective) as seldom does one employee make or break a large company… However within a small business, 1 employee may constitute 20% of your workforce, hence if they are unhappy or under productive, then this can result in a huge issue…

By: Maria

Maria — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:24:24 +0000

Yeah, well put. I think that in these times of profit making and hierachies, it is very important to look out for each other and treat everyone with respect. It is too easy to forget, so thanks for this blog!

By: Martin

Martin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:19:40 +0000

Hm, this is a tricky subject. I don’t really agree with some of the comments, but I guess that it is good to sort of follow your own principles to a certain extent. But if you risk loosing your job or such it is suddenly very far from worth it

By: Liquid Roof

Liquid Roof — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:43:15 +0000

Well said, i have seen so many people whom just think about their benefits in business, your post is really very good, all your ideas are amazing.

By: Huntington Beach CPA

Huntington Beach CPA — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:05:20 +0000

Keeping relationship positive, if possible, is extremely important. As a CPA in Huntington, I have found people I am connected with often times come back around and provide benefit to my practice vs the opposite if the relationship was negative.

By: fornetti

fornetti — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:36:50 +0000

Then if something happens that they donâ€™t like, they put the blame to someone else. Responsible entrepreneurs should be able to make decisions and face the consequences for such.

By: Eric

Eric — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:11:52 +0000

Fortunately, I’ve not had this experience but its been interesting how other people have gone through having unkind colleagues so thanks for creating a great discussion.

By: personal statement law school

personal statement law school — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:29:10 +0000

You said that one of the paths to success is being able to drop conformity. Maybe the person who read the post is reading it too literally or over-reading it.