Horrible co-workers come in all shapes and sizes. This week on the Business Minutia Podcast, we break down the pros and cons of five types of horrible co-workers: Help Me Hannah, Lazy Lisa, Cunning Cate, Chatty Chad, and Loud Larry.

Horrible co-workers keys

• First, we discuss why we call Hannah, Lisa, and Cate, "the triplets," and how to tell them apart.
• Then, Brent shares the positives of each type of co-worker.
• Next, we share the three steps to train the triplets.
• Moreover, Brent shares the last straw in dealing with Cunning Cate.
• We discuss the difference between manipulation and influence.
• Next, we move on to the two kinds of Chatty Chad or Coffee Carl and how to respond to each.
• How to structure your time to effectively deal with the triplets and Chad.
• The two kinds of Loud Larry, and how to treat each.
• In addition, we share stories from the office that illustrate the point of each.
• Finally, we hear Wesley Hirsch's horrible co-worker story.

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