Workplace Advocacy Issues
Advocating for oneself in the workplace often leads to different perceptions based on identity. While some individuals are seen as assertive, others may be labeled negatively for similar behavior, highlighting systemic biases. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing actions rather than assumptions about intentions, especially when evaluating the behavior of those in power.In this clip
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What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taken criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in the episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor? How should I approach my relationship with one manager at work who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself in the middle of presentations? I'm going to change how I've been acting—I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. She has a different approach, and while it's useful in some ways, it's also frustrating. I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior. Will changing my approach help her loosen her resistance too?
What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taken criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in the episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor? Additionally, how should I handle my frustration with one manager at work who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself during presentations? I'm going to change how I've been acting—I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. It's just this one person, and I need to change my attitude. Will this change help her loosen her resistance too?
What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taking criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in the episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor? Additionally, how can I adjust my attitude toward a manager who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself in the middle of presentations, as mentioned in the clip Mastery vs. Adaptability? I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. It's just this one person, and I need to change my attitude. I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior. Will this change help her loosen her resistance too?