EPISODE 40 (50) HAVING IT YOUR WAY - getting your way may be the wrong way

At work, always demanding to do things your way or getting what you want may damage your long-term prospects says, Andrew.

He explains that is even more true if you become angry, agitated, or downright rude if you fail to get your way.

Whether arguing with someone or making an important choice, most of us like to come out on top. This can have dire career consequences. 

So be cautious about always insisting on people agreeing with you and giving in to your demands. Getting what you want may be the opposite of what you need. 

But if you’re pushy and demanding and in too much of a hurry, you may make bad choices. 

Naturally, there may be a good reason for trying to get what you want at work. 

For example, you believe that your supervisor or colleague has less knowledge about a task than you.  If this sounds familiar, you are in danger of being seen as a “know-all”. 

This doesn’t make you an easy person to work with. A  "my way or the highway" attitude can create discontented colleagues, disgruntled clients, and an unhappy work environment.

Consequently always wanting things your way at work can harm your journey towards success.  So be cautious about always insisting on people agreeing with you and giving in to your demands. 

All 50 Ways podcasts end with three actions you can take today to do better. You'll also learn how to obtain the relevant e-learning mobile unit to consolidate your learning further. COMING SOON!

• Giver not a taker—why giving out is more effective than taking out.
• High Maintenance: Being hard to manage at work is short-sighted.
• Assignment Addict—never refuse an assignment.

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