CHAPTER 39Summary and Conclusion
Confronting these dysfunctional, obnoxious, and difficult types at work can be challenging, especially if you’re shy, conflict averse, or have never been able to stand up for yourself. Things happen for a reason, and certain people are placed in your path to teach you a lesson, inspire you, and challenge you. They are there to help you face your own problems, to confront your own areas of necessary growth, and to propel you to greater accomplishments. Perhaps that is why the woman next to you who is constantly talking on the phone about her personal life is there. After putting up with behavior that drives you crazy, you reach a breaking point; you need to stand up for yourself! And your taking action can help ...
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