How to Work with a Passive-Aggressive Coworker | The Harvard Business Review Guide

They’re not being a jerk on purpose, and if you can understand what motivates them you’ll find a better way to co-exist, and maybe even thrive. 00:00 First, some good news and bad news about passive-aggressive coworkers. 00:42 Do these bad behaviors sound familiar? 01:10 Let’s define the term “passive-aggressive.” 01:32 Why are they behaving this way? 02:52 Tip 1: Avoid calling them “passive-aggressive.” 03:33 Tip 2: Focus on what they’re trying to say. 04:26 Tip 3: Don’t take the bait. 05:37 Tip 4: Get support from the team. 07:04 OK, let’s review! The tips in this Harvard Business Review Guide come from Amy Gallo’s book, “Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People)”, available here: Produced by Amy Gallo and Scott LaPierre Video by Andy Robinson Design by Riko Cribbs, Alex Belser, and Karen Player Follow us: Sign up for Newsletters: #HarvardBusinessReview #PassiveAggressive #Conflict Copyright © 2022 Harvard Business School Publishing. All rights reserved.