How Do You Handle Jealousy On The Job?
While making career advancements may draw positive attention, it may also reveal negative attitudes from colleagues. Envious glances, rude comments and even blatant attempts to sabotage your efforts can stem from jealousy. You may even discover that promotions and accolades aren’t a prerequisite for jealous feelings. Learning how to handle jealousy on the job can help you remain positive while dealing with workplace negativity. Keep your workplace interactions professional. While it can be tempting to hurl insults and name-drop, doing so only diminishes your professionalism. It also encourages others to hold onto their jealous feelings. Keep your attitude and body language in check to prevent falling prey to immaturity. Avoiding unnecessary interactions with jealous colleagues can help defuse some hostilities. Surround yourself with positive co-workers to stay motivated. Creating a strong support system can eliminate feelings of isolation and desertion. It can also help deter open host
