Posted on October 28, 2007 by workmashbob
Dear WW: One of my employees recently accused me of prejudice. I was cleared by my company, but now I’m gun shy. Since the company agreed that I didn’t “do it” in the first place, how can I be sure this doesn’t happen again? BIASED AGAINST BEING BIASED
Dear BIASED,
There’s a battle brewing on the suburban [...]
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Posted on October 22, 2007 by workmashbob
Dear WW: Our company’s sales have begun to stagnate. We’ve reevaluated our products, pricing and marketing and they seem to be on target. We’re not sure what to do next. Any ideas? STUCK IN A RUT
Dear Stuck,
I just read a fun article in the Wall Street Journal about how popular American movies are overseas but [...]
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Posted on October 22, 2007 by workmashbob
Dear WW: My boss asked me to help choose our next computer system. I’ve always been a Mac guy and immediately launched into a speech about why Apples are best. He said I was biased and now doesn’t want me involved. JUST ONE LOOK WAS ALL IT TOOK
Dear Just,
Your letter reminded me of a wonderful [...]
Filed under: Conflict & Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving | Tagged: Bias, Objectitve, Perspective | Leave a Comment »