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Passive Aggressive People

“A passive approach to professional growth will leave you by the wayside.”

Tom Peters

In this chapter you will learn:

•  You cannot save everyone, but there are some passive aggressive people who can be turned into superstars.

•  Follow the eight suggestions to help draw out a passive aggressive person you really want to save.

•  Do not spend a lot of time trying to convert those who will never change.

There is a spectrum of attitudes that crop up in merger situations. The passive aggressive approach is a common problem that is dangerous because of its subtle nature. Passive aggressive people are defiant, but not ...

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