The search for a semblance of authority or the desire to be overly helpful can promote dubious social behaviors. Nitpicking, excessively correcting, and constantly interrupting others are examples of negative social behaviors that are often born out of a genuine desire to help. Team members – whether fellow colleagues, students, or business partners – can often develop a bad habit out of the constant desire to correct others on their team.
The world is full of nosy people who seem to derive immense pleasure from prying into what you’re sensitive about. It’s not always easy to handle these situations, and that’s where this article comes in. Readers will learn how to navigate conversations with people who attack sensitivity.
The article delves into techniques for shattering the lead-up and getting straight to the meat and potatoes of a conversation, as well as asking the unasked questions. Readers will also gain insights into how to place the interviewer in their position and avoid moving on until they’re ready. This article is a must-read for anyone who has ever been caught off guard by a nosy question.
Office politics are tricky to navigate. Amidst conflict, people try to keep attention away from themselves, and act only in a defensive manner. It may be relatively easy to know when someone doesn’t like you if they don’t mind making that fact known. In a professional environment however, people are more subdued in their expression … Read more
Awkward moments arise when we are placed in a position of hearing gossip about our friends. You can be exposed to some harsh truths in instances when the people gossiping aren’t aware of the relationship(s) you have with those they gossip about. The truths you’re exposed to will include discovering how others truly feel about … Read more
Much like the people reading articles like these, there are others learning about ways to make people like them. As the education and advocacy of proper social skills becomes widespread, there will be people who seek to abuse what they learn. The methods they learn and employ vary in effectiveness and scope. The ones … Read more