Dealing with a difficult colleague at work? 9 tips to handle them

Set boundaries If you are facing difficulty working with your co-workers, communicate with them about your problems clearly to prevent misunderstandings.

Make positive relationships Try to build positive relationships with your co-workers as that will help uplift your mood and work even better.

Know their perspective It is very important to know the perspective of your co-worker to know their thoughts and behaviour.

Maintain professionalism Try to be neutral at work and avoid gossiping with other co-workers.

Stay calm Avoid over-reacting to things, take a deep breath and approach the situation rationally.

Find common ground Look for areas of agreement and try to fix the situation on a common ground.

Look at your actions Try to look at your actions as your actions would also have triggered or worsened the situation.

Be kind Even if your co-worker acts unprofessionally, try to be kind towards them wherever possible.

Prioritise yourself If the situation doesn’t change, prioritise your well-being and contact the HR of your company.

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