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Yes, and unfortunately you have to add to the aggression by being aggressive and abrasive yourself. You have to stand up for yourself and push back. I make it
by mikerichards 11y ago
Yes, and unfortunately you have to add to the aggression by being aggressive and abrasive yourself.
You have to stand up for yourself and push back. I make it a point to be somewhat aggressive and non-collaborative when I'm dealing with our VP of Development just so he knows that I won't be pushed around.
Guess what. It works. I've intentionally been aggressive in meetings with him to show him that I won't be pushed around. It's almost like a test for some upper management types. "Let me see if I can tweak this guy"
That's sad. I'd rather have a thoughtful, collaborative environment, but we deal with the cards we've been dealt.
- geomark 11y agoReminds me of my boss's boss at a big company some years ago. When you presented a proposal or project status he would badger you with vulgarities until you swore back at him. He insisted you swear at him. Then you could move on with your message. I felt sorry for my boss, a very religious man who would not swear under any circumstances. He absorbed terrible abuse in every meeting I attended where he and his boss were both present. But I had no problem since my nature is rather rough so once I knew the rules I would cuss that pr*ck out at the first opportunity every time, and he loved me. Toxic environment much?