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attitude
How to Manage Passive-Aggressive Comments
Vice President of Development and Delivery Emily Gregory talks about how to change your attitude toward a passive-aggressive commenter for a better outcome.
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civility
How to Listen, Learn and Avoid a Political Debate
Vice President of Development and Delivery Emily Gregory talks about how to use active listening to learn and converse, rather than debate right and wrong when it comes to politics.
When Coworkers Treat You Differently Because of Your Relationship Status
Dear Emily, I am a single adult woman who wants to do her work and work well with others. However, because of my single status, my workplace culture, and local culture, my sense of self-worth is getting bruised. For example, a number of male colleagues have explicitly told me that they are “just being nice” …
How to End a Friendship but Remain Roommates
Dear Emily, I have been living with my roommate and good friend for a couple of years now. We have had several trust issues in the past but have been able to resolve them after long and emotional conversations. However, recently she broke my trust and I don’t want to fix the friendship. That said, …
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corporate culture
How to Clarify Your Intention for a Safe Email Conversation.
Emily Gregory, vice president of delivery operations, shares tips for creating safe dialogue by making your intentions clear to email recipients.
COVID-19: How Do I Help My Friends Think Differently About Coronavirus Safety?
Emily Gregory, vice president of delivery operations, shares tips on helping friends reframe their perception of COVID-19 compliance for a better outcome.
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COVID-19
Teen Talk: What Does Your Teen Think? Ask Clarifying Questions and Listen to Find Out
Emily Gregory, vice president of delivery operations, shares tips on how to listen to and learn from teenagers by asking open-ended questions.
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accountability
Stress Is No Excuse for Bad Behavior When Getting Work Done
Emily Gregory, vice president of delivery operations, shares tips for managing coworker stress before it gets to be overbearing and unacceptable.
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COVID-19
Helping Teens Manage Stress
Emily Gregory, vice president of delivery operations, shares tips for helping teenagers manage stress caused by concerns surrounding COVID-19.
How to Deliver “Tough Love” With Respect
Dear Emily, Earlier this year, I mentored a team member who was taking on additional responsibilities and learning new processes. As she was not a new employee, I expected her onboarding to go quickly and smoothly, and became frustrated when she was not growing in her independence and understanding in the timeframe I anticipated. After …