Enough with the S t u f f (Something That U Find Frustrating)

Dealing With Workplace Stuff Something That U Find Frustrating. In The Workplace It'S Only A Matter Of Time Before We Misstep Mis-Communicate Misunderstand Or Inadvertently Denigrate Someone Else'S Culture Values Traditions Customs Religion Or Feelings. Many Employees Are Offended By Compliments On Their Appearance; By Water-Cooler Conversations About Religion Politics Or Sexual Orientation; By An Unwelcome Touch On The Shoulder Arm Or Back; Or By Any Cultural Transgression-Intentional Or Not. Even Some Of The Smallest Infractions Can Create Anxiety Or Anger Among Coworkers. While Most Of These Issues Are Framed As Harassment Or Discrimination Most Likely They Are The Result Of A Miscommunication Potentially Grounded In Cultural Differences. We Spend 40+ Hours A Week With Our Coworkers But These Professional Relationships Suffer When We Are Unable To Talk To One Another Or Give Each Other Permission To Make Mistakes-Which Is The Only Way To Gain A Better Understanding Of Cultural Differences. This Type Of Understanding Doesn'T Come From The Company'S Eeo Or Diversity Leader And It Doesn'T Come From The Organization'S Code Of Conduct Or Human Resources. In Order To Bridge This Diversity Divide We Must Begin To Communicate With One Another. Stuff Offers Practical Strategies For Dealing With Stuff-The Things We Find Frustrating-And Gives Organizational Professionals Permission To Fondly Reach For The Term Stuff When Identifying And Addressing Employee Conflict Rather Than Mislabeling The Offending Behaviors As Harassment And Discrimination. This Fun Easy-To-Follow Guide Is A Must For Any Professional Who Hopes To Champion Civility Non-Discrimination Equity And Justice In The Workplace.