Communicating and Dealing With Difficult People at Work
Communicating and dealing with difficult people at work comes down to one specific shift. You stop trying to change their personality and start managing your…
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De-escalation Techniques for the Workplace
Deescalation techniques for the workplace are specific verbal and nonverbal strategies used to reduce tension during a conflict before it becomes unsafe or…
Self Determination Theory: The Three Basic Human Needs
Self Determination Theory: The Three Basic Human Needs are autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Psychologists Edward Deci and Richard Ryan developed this…
How to Apologize Professionally for a Mistake
To apologize professionally for a mistake, name what you did wrong, say sorry once without excuses, and offer a clear fix. A good apology at work is short and…
Big Five Personality Traits Explained Simply
The Big Five personality traits are five broad patterns that describe how people think, feel, and act. They are openness, conscientiousness, extraversion,…
How to Write a Professional Email at Work
A professional email at work gets straight to the point, respects the reader’s time, and leaves no room for confusion. You write one by picking a clear subject…
How to Introduce Yourself in a Job Interview
A strong answer to “tell me about yourself” takes about 60 to 90 seconds. It covers your current role, one or two past wins that match the job you want, and a…
Communicating Answers to Behavioral Interview Questions
Communicating answers to behavioral interview questions means telling a short, true story that proves you have the skill the interviewer is looking for. You do…
Introvert vs Extrovert: What Is the Difference?
The difference between an introvert and an extrovert comes down to how your brain handles stimulation. Introverts recharge by spending time alone, while…
Best Professional Email Greetings and Opening Lines
The best professional email greetings and opening lines match the relationship you have with the person reading them. A greeting sets the tone before they read…
