Types Of People at Work to Watch Out For

Types Of People at Work to Watch Out For

It is possible to choose the job and people you want in your circle. The story is different with colleagues because the hiring decisions are solely made by the organization. For this reason, most of us find ourselves surrounded by different people at work, good and toxic ones. The best way to avoid the latter is to learn their signs. To save you time and trouble, I have rounded up the signs of toxic colleagues and how to manage them. Let’s get started.

The Rival

This sign best fits a colleague who is too competitive. If you are vying for the same promotion, they can do anything to knock you out. The best way to manage such a colleague is to establish boundaries and stick to them. If you leave yourself open to them, they can derail your career and never regret it.

The Narcist

A narcissist is someone who only wants the best for themselves. At work, a narcist colleague will be more than ready to steal credit for your accomplishments. To stay safe, enjoy their stories but do not pull them closer. I even recommend detachment for the sake of your carrier and working relationship.

The Underminer

The underminer is a colleague who will pretend to be the best thing you have ever met but undermine you with backhanded compliments. The best way to manage an underminer? Confront them right away, whether in front of your boss or colleagues.

Ieva Kubiliute

Ieva Kubiliute is a psychologist and a sex and relationships advisor and a freelance writer. She's also a consultant to several health and wellness brands. While Ieva specialises in covering wellness topics ranging from fitness and nutrition, to mental wellbeing, sex and relationships and health conditions, she has written across a diverse range of lifestyle topics, including beauty and travel. Career highlights so far include: luxury spa-hopping in Spain and joining an £18k-a-year London gym. Someone’s got to do it! When she’s not typing away at her desk—or interviewing experts and case studies, Ieva winds down with yoga, a good movie and great skincare (affordable of course, there’s little she doesn’t know about budget beauty). Things that bring her endless joy: digital detoxes, oat milk lattes and long country walks (and sometimes jogs).

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