DEALING WITH THESE COLLEAGUES
1. The truck driver
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The
truck driver barrels down towards you, headlights on, honking his horn and
expects you to get out of the way.
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To get
a fair deal from him, do likewise.
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On
most occasions, both truck drivers veer away at the last moment.
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If
they don’t, they both stand to lose.
2. The nun
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The
nun prefers to give in rather than fight.
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This
may work fine for you at times, but may not for her, which makes it
unsustainable as a solution.
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So,
the next time, reciprocate in kind and give in.
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This
keeps the relationship going and you get what you want when it matters.
3. The pizza
guy
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The
pizza guy mathematically slices up the issue and divides the pieces.
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Everyone
gets a bite, but remains hungry.
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No
one wins or loses completely.
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Try
to bring him around to a win-win negotiation instead.
4. The judge
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The
judge holds the power of law over you, and this could be your boss.
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Use
logical, acceptable arguments to move your case.
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However,
if it’s ineffective, appeal to the next, higher authority.
5. The
guerrilla
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The
guerrilla runs away to avoid a fair fight but returns to strike with unfair
means.
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Everyone
loses in the civil war that follows.
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In
such a case, make the issue public and ensure there is direct communication.