Working With Difficult People

Workplace Dynamics

When Your Employee Insults You in Front of Others

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on September 28, 2023

Does an employee insult you in front of others? Follow these steps to maintain or regain control of your team.

Procrastination

When Your Boss Procrastinates

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on September 24, 2023

Is your boss a procrastinator? Follow these steps to move your project along.

Workplace Dynamics

Is Your Subordinate a Snitch?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on September 11, 2023

If there’s a lot of snitching going on around your office, look at how you’re motivating your subordinates.

Career

When Your Boss Is a "Fame Claimer"

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on June 27, 2023

Is your boss a fame claimer? Follow these tips to get the praise you deserve.

Workplace Dynamics

When Your Subordinate Is a Hothead

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on June 22, 2023

Is your employee a hothead? Take these steps to maintain a calm workplace environment.

Stress

When Your Colleague Attacks You Personally

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on June 5, 2023

Does your colleague attack you personally instead of criticizing your ideas? Follow these tips to help improve the situation.

Career

What to Do When You're Sick of Zoom Meetings

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on March 25, 2023

A Personal Perspective: Sick of Zoom meetings? These tips can help you appear professional and focused.

Leadership

Are You a Positive Leader at Work?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on March 21, 2023

Learn how spreading sunshine can help you and others in the workplace.

Career

Try These Tips When Looking for a New Job

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on March 14, 2023

Is searching for a new job wearing you down? Try these tips to make better use of your time and energy.

Career

When Your Boss Is a Hypocrite

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on December 19, 2022

Is your boss a hypocrite? Follow these tips to maintain your relationship without feeling manipulated.

Cognition

Does Your Boss Ignore Your Ideas?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on December 13, 2022

Does your boss squash your ideas? Use these tips to get your ideas heard.

Anxiety

Are You Anxious at Work?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on December 7, 2022

Are you anxious at work? Take these steps to reduce anxiety and regain your calm.

Career

Does Your Employee Boss Others Around?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on September 28, 2022

Follow these steps to improve employee relationships and raise office morale.

Career

How to Manage a Rule-Bending Employee

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on September 25, 2022

Does your employee consistently bend the rules? Here are some tips to best manage this type of worker.

Loneliness

Feeling Lonely Post-Pandemic?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on September 8, 2022

Are you feeling out of sorts when it comes to in-person interactions? Read these tips to help you as navigate friendships and in-person get-togethers.

Career

Is Your Colleague Overly Competitive?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on June 29, 2022

Is your competitive colleague sapping your spirit? Learn how to even the playing field while maintaining your professionalism.

Career

Do Your Employees Hide the Truth From You?

Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on June 23, 2022

Does your employee avoid the truth when sharing information about a product or issue? Uncover easy steps to open the lines of communication while increasing productivity.