How to Handle Personal Conflicts Professionally
Whether it's a betrayal, a personal dislike or a choice between public or private acknowledgement, personal conflicts can arise at work. Find out the right way to navigate these situations.
By Gael O'Brien •
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I bought out my business partner and moved from a behind-the-scenes role to running the company. His parting gift was to tell some employees and suppliers that I'm not trustworthy. I feel betrayed and defensive, and don't know who heard what. How can I set things right?
It doesn't matter who heard -- assume everyone did, and now your team will be watching to see if what you say (or what they heard) matches up with what you do. Time for the high road: no revenge badmouthing. Your opportunity here isn't to prove you are trustworthy; it is to consistently show up and be trustworthy.
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