Jerks at Work

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Want to regain your sanity and deal with difficult colleagues? NYU psychology professor Tessa West offers practical solutions. Have you ever seen a coworker charm management while undermining peers? Or dealt with a constantly interrupting colleague or an overbearing manager? These disruptive behaviors can stress us out daily, yet they often go unchecked. Tessa West has helped thousands navigate workplace challenges and, drawing on a decade of research, profiles common workplace archetypes like the Gaslighter, Bulldozer, Credit-Stealer, Neglecter, and Micromanager. She explores their motivations and insecurities, providing effective strategies to counteract their negative impact. This proactive approach reveals the most effective way to achieve emotional wellbeing at work. Reviewers praise West's insights, noting that her strategies can significantly reduce the effects of difficult coworkers. The book serves as a practical toolkit for managing personal relationships at work, essential for success in both professional and personal life. Tessa West, a leading expert in interpersonal communication, shares her unique perspective shaped by her experiences in academia, offering valuable advice for improving workplace dynamics.