How can your workplace relationships boost your career?
9 May 2011
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Gossip, rumors, madness... Because the established customs and habits between colleagues come into play from the moment you join a team, adapting your communication and fostering interpersonal relationships could boost your career
Don't get bogged down in small conflicts
Do you have a difference of opinion with a colleague or your manager? Don't argue endlessly about who is right. The main thing is not to emerge victorious from the discussion but to move the company forward, which sometimes involves putting your opinions and ideas aside and making concessions. Show your colleagues that you are able to behave like an adult in the face of conflict and that you want what's best for the company.
Stay positive in all circumstances
Annoying customers, an unreasonable decision by your superior, or colleagues who are undermining you can be a source of many frustrations. In such cases, it is normal to need to vent your anger. Complaining, however, will not solve anything, and brooding over negative thoughts will not get you anywhere. So try to see the situation from a different angle and ask yourself how to make the best of it. Your superior will surely appreciate your positive and constructive attitude.
Don't take sides
If you find yourself in the middle of a conflict between two colleagues or managers, don't take sides. Focus on the work that needs to be done. Adopt an open communication policy with both parties, so as to avoid further discussions or misunderstandings. Try to approach the situation as objectively as possible: it is the only way forward and both parties will appreciate your neutrality and open communication.
Control your emotions
Reacting emotionally to certain situations is human, but avoid getting too emotional at work. Lashing out at a colleague in the heat of the moment may relieve you at the time, but will only complicate your collaboration in the long term. If you want to climb the ladder, it goes without saying that you should have as few enemies as possible at work.
Make as many friends as possible
The more people who appreciate you in the company, the better it will be for you. Not only will your work be more enjoyable, but it will also boost your career. Your manager will have good feedback about you, and will not fail to reward you for your exemplary attitude. So make as many friends and allies as possible in the office.
Posted on May 9, 2011
Stepstone.fr
Don't get bogged down in small conflicts
Do you have a difference of opinion with a colleague or your manager? Don't argue endlessly about who is right. The main thing is not to emerge victorious from the discussion but to move the company forward, which sometimes involves putting your opinions and ideas aside and making concessions. Show your colleagues that you are able to behave like an adult in the face of conflict and that you want what's best for the company.
Stay positive in all circumstances
Annoying customers, an unreasonable decision by your superior, or colleagues who are undermining you can be a source of many frustrations. In such cases, it is normal to need to vent your anger. Complaining, however, will not solve anything, and brooding over negative thoughts will not get you anywhere. So try to see the situation from a different angle and ask yourself how to make the best of it. Your superior will surely appreciate your positive and constructive attitude.
Don't take sides
If you find yourself in the middle of a conflict between two colleagues or managers, don't take sides. Focus on the work that needs to be done. Adopt an open communication policy with both parties, so as to avoid further discussions or misunderstandings. Try to approach the situation as objectively as possible: it is the only way forward and both parties will appreciate your neutrality and open communication.
Control your emotions
Reacting emotionally to certain situations is human, but avoid getting too emotional at work. Lashing out at a colleague in the heat of the moment may relieve you at the time, but will only complicate your collaboration in the long term. If you want to climb the ladder, it goes without saying that you should have as few enemies as possible at work.
Make as many friends as possible
The more people who appreciate you in the company, the better it will be for you. Not only will your work be more enjoyable, but it will also boost your career. Your manager will have good feedback about you, and will not fail to reward you for your exemplary attitude. So make as many friends and allies as possible in the office.
Posted on May 9, 2011
Stepstone.fr
