Work is bad enough without having to deal with the inevitable encounters with negative people who sap your energy and block productivity. Research from Michigan State University shows that ...

What are your assumptions about difficult people at work? Considering their possible motivations can change your perspective.

We've all likely encountered negative people in our workplaces—those who consistently criticize but rarely contribute constructively. The ripple effects of their negativity can profoundly impact team ...

"You always mess things up. Why are you even on this project? Just quit already." Demeaning, hostile or undermining behavior like this is more common in the workplace and damaging than many people ...

If you receive feedback at work, it’s only a matter of time until you receive some critical (negative) feedback. How you handle it can make the difference between an ultimately positive experience and ...