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Sep 2020
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4 Types of Problem Coworkers on Selling ...

Career Contessa
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We’re discussing problematic workplace behavior and specifically using Netflix’s new-ish reality show Selling Sunset as our case study. We’ll use the reality show to highlight four types of problem coworkers and give advice on how to deal (or even avoid) each one in your office. Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career ... Show More
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