As your network grows, you may encounter problematic situations or people who are difficult to manage. Instead of fighting fire with fire, here are some tips on how to handle them without losing your cool:
Focus on the issue.
When problems arise, focus on resolving those issues instead of attacking the person or rehashing old ones, which will only make things worse. Separate the matter from the other person and prioritise what problems you need to address first; never make it personal.
Avoid being emotional.
In times of dispute, it’s only normal to acknowledge your feelings, but it’s important to get your head straight. Don’t let your emotions cloud your judgment as this can only worsen the situation. Sit down with the person you’re in conflict with and discuss ways you can compromise. It’s even better if you have a third party who can act as a mediator.
Talk to your mentor.
When things become challenging, contact your upline or mentor – they’ll usually know what to do especially because they’ve been in the business longer than you. Getting someone else’s point of view can be deemed helpful in more ways than you can imagine.
Take it as a chance to grow.
Just like in every business, you will encounter people who are hard to manage; they’ll be stubborn and sometimes wouldn’t take ‘no’ for an answer, but it’s during these times when your character is put to the test. When this happens, take is as a chance to grow; there’s always room for improvement.
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