What can we do when an individual hoards conversation time, constantly interrupts, provides unsolicited advice and puts others down? These behaviors can be interpreted as manipulative and can damage individuals on our teams and organizations. To maintain working relationships, and be authentic to ourselves and those we lead, we have to firmly and diplomatically say no to manipulators. Today Janet shares examples of how to take control when working with a manipulator.
Episode 191
Saying ‘No’ to Manipulators
What can we do when an individual hoards conversation time, constantly interrupts, provides unsolicited advice and puts others down?
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Hosts
Janet Pilcher
President, Studer Education
About the Episode

- How can we deal with manipulators in the workplace?
- What "I" and "it" statements can help stop manipulators?
- How do we firmly say 'no' to manipulators?
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