Problem People in Orgs LO7804

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Sun, 9 Jun 1996 21:22:08 -0500

Re: Problem People Within Organizations

Was wondering about effective methods for dealing with problem people
within organizations. Had a recent episode where a colleague proceeded to
blow up at me, and I think I handled it well. Got an immediate sit down
with colleague and direct manager in closed office, wherein said colleague
continued to shout angrily and verbally harrass while I stayed calm and
collected. This only made him more agitated and he crossed over a line
that made my direct manager send him home for the day. Of course I feel
like this may not be over, but I feel like I am in better standing. Said
colleague called in "sick" the next day, further strengthing my case. I am
comfortable for the moment, but wonder how others on this list handle
Problem People in their organizations?

Steven Farmer
Savannah, Georgia

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