Viewing feedback as a type of gift--something that will make other peoples lives better or help them improve--is a perspective that makes it more valuable and acceptable for giver and receiver.
Are you feeling greater stress and finding that you are sick more often? Do you long for a week, or even a weekend, where work does not interfere with your life? Has the stress of disgruntled co-workers dampened your outlook?
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Building strong, productive relationships requires that leaders be aware of an