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What Kind of Leader Are You: A Fixer, Fighter or Friend?

Success

This leads to gossip and politics, often just below the surface of what looks like a happy and positive culture. Not to mention the very real cost of all that extra task-switching that’s already out of control in the modern office. Copyright 2016 by Jonathan Raymond. They’re driven by a desire to make the world a better place.

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Ten Commandments of Getting Along with People

Ian's Messy Desk

Make promises sparingly, and keep them faithfully, no matter what it costs. Discourage gossip. Keep skid chains on your tongue; always say less than you think. Cultivate a low, persuasive voice. How you say it counts more than what you say. Never let an opportunity pass to say a kind and encouraging word to or about somebody.

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