Episode 47: Play Nice With Others

We talk all the time about the importance of NOT being a jerk at work and yet when we look around, there are so many examples of successful jerks out there. How does this happen? In this episode, we talk about the correlation between success and jerky behaviours, the sustainability of that success, and whether or not being the big boss gives you permission to be a bit of a jerk sometimes. (Hint: it doesn’t!)

Key Takeaways:

• Speak to people with the same amount of respect, regardless of their level of experience or position in the organization.

• Business can be business and require some really tough decisions...and you still don’t have to be a jerk! At the same time, just because you don’t like someone doesn’t mean they are a jerk. Lack of likeability does not equal a jerk!

• Watch out that you don’t mis-label succinct and efficient behaviours as jerky. Maybe y’all simply have different values.