How Do You Cope With Difficult Co-Workers?
It can be challenging to cope with difficult co-workers. They can be frustrating whether your co-workers are chronically late, do a poor job or are just plain annoying. Figuring out a way to cope with difficult co-workers can become the most challenging part of your job. Don’t let difficult co-workers ruin what would otherwise be a good job. Here is how to cope with difficult co-workers. Identify the behaviors of your co-workers that try your patience. Be as specific as possible. It is much easier to address specific behaviors rather than having a “kitchen sink” view of your co-workers. In most cases, not every single trait of your co-workers is annoying or troublesome. Think about your co-workers’ good qualities. Most co-workers have something of value to offer, even if the good qualities do not outweigh the bad ones. Give credit where credit is due, and identify what good qualities your co-workers have. Ask yourself why you care about your co-workers’ shortcomings. Sometimes people c
