Managing Adversarial Work Relationships - Angela Hooper-Menifield

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Introduction

Many entrepreneurs and business owners have found that as their business grows, they are mired in the small details.  None of these things are taxing, difficult to accomplish or overwhelming.  Yet, they nip, nip, nip at our time.  Before we know it, we have spent hours checking off these small things and the day has gotten away from us. 

​Are these some areas or needs that someone else could do to free us up for the ‘big rocks’?  Would these things allow us to transition from working in our business to working on our business?  What are some other key questions that need to be considered in this thinking?

Today’s episode of “The People Side of Business” with host Angela Hooper-Menifield will take a deeper dive into difficulty in the workplace as we explore potential dynamics that can turn a difficult situation into an adversarial relationship. Season 4, Episode 9 (S4_E9) is therefore designed to assist you in “Managing Adversarial Work Relationships”. 

Angela is a proven HR Professional, leadership coach, trainer, and former leader / manager of thousands of employees.  In this show and this season, she will bring her vast experience and credentials to our listening audience as she speaks into how entrepreneurs can grow their businesses by growing their teams as they overcome challenges.

Show Objectives
Today's show will discuss how to manage adversarial work relationships.

What You Need to Know

1. What makes a work relationship adversarial?
2. How does the term ‘Frenemy” play into having an adversary?
3. What should management’s role in these dynamics be?
4. Signals that the adversarial relationship has gotten out of control.
5. What is your dominant behavioral style? (www.mydiscreport.com) 
6. Methods to be more effective with your adversary.

​What You Need to Do

1. Control your anger
2. Have a sincere conversation with the person
3. Take the high road
4. Exercise patience
5. Listen more than you speak / remain alert
6. Don’t gossip or engage others
7. Seek professional advice or guidance
8. Keep positive attitude
9. Know Yourself (www.mydiscreport.com) 
10. Remove yourself from the situation if such becomes too much

Previous Show: Season 4_Episode 8: Dealing With Difficult Clients or Employees
Next Show: Season 4_Episode 10:  How to Motivate Employees

Written by Angela Hooper-Menifield
“The People Side of Business”

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