In Disagreements at Work, Consider Your Colleague’s Perspective
When
you get into a disagreement with a coworker, it’s easy to focus on your
own feelings and ignore your counterpart’s. But wallowing in your own
frustration won’t get you anywhere. Instead, put yourself in the other
person’s shoes. What do they want from the situation? Why are they
acting this way? Think about the kind of person you’re dealing with. Are
they more of a straight shooter who says things like they are, or do
they tend to beat around the bush? If you frequently work with the
person, you may already be familiar with their style. But if you rarely
interact, you’ll have to do some digging. Look for patterns in how they
communicate and clues in their behavior. And get input from others —
don’t go around grilling people, but ask them to confirm or deny your
observations.
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