Karl Edwards presents Working Matters

Tag: anger

  • Listen In -> Awkward Communication #2: The Time-Bomb

    Where did that come from?!

    She just exploded, seemingly out of nowhere, in a flood of harsh expletives.

    You’ve been skipping the Tuesday planning meetings for weeks now. You’ve been under a lot of pressure, and you needed the extra time to stay on top of demands.

    All these weeks your boss never said a word… that is, until today. And now the words are loud, angry and hurtful.

    What went wrong?

    In this week’s podcast discussion, Claudia and I discuss these ticking time-bombs.

    Some people quietly let misunderstandings, disappointments and problems simmer and stew until they eventually explode in an eruption of venomous fury.

    Is this you? Your boss? There are alternatives!

    Listen in.

    Just now joining the conversation? Catch up on the entire series here.

  • Question of the Week

    How often is your anger an intentional leadership decision made for the benefit of the team, and how often is it a uncontrolled personal reaction benefiting only you?

    The Question of the Week is offered to increase awareness of one’s personal leadership practices and encourage experimentation with creative alternatives.

  • Question of the Week

    When does your anger catch you off guard and erupt with mixed results, and when is it an intentional leadership tool you choose to employ? Can you tell the difference?

    The Question of the Week is offered to increase awareness of one’s personal leadership practices and encourage experimentation with creative alternatives.

  • Question of the Week

    How might you better direct your anger at the unacceptable as a proactive leadership strategy rather than a reactive emotional explosion?