Barking Up The Wrong Tree: Chapter Summary

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Some people perform well under pressure, while others will be much more likely to eschew orders from above. Learning about these tendencies, you can begin to categorize the people around you and learn how best to respond to each of the tendencies.
Rubin makes a point of noting none of the tendencies is better than another, and the point of the book isn’t to mold people exhibiting three less-preferred tendencies into an idealized model. Instead, this book will teach you how to respond appropriately to your employees so they’ll respond to you.
Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience and Finding Joy
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg made a splash with her “lean in” philosophy for women in the workplace. In this new book, she explores (and disproves) the age-old wisdom of leaving your emotions outside the office. Sandberg, whose husband died suddenly and unexpectedly, suggests a workplace more open to those struggling with adversity and enormous emotions like grief and bereavement is actually beneficial for the business itself.
While the book focuses on Sandberg’s own road to recovery, it contains many tips for employers and managers who are faced with employees going through rough times. Learn how to be more supportive of these employees with this book.
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