How to stop taking work so personally
Five strategies to approach work situations with more distance and objectivity
How to Stop Taking Work So Personally
Taking things personally at work is not a sign of weakness, but a reflection of your passion, commitment, and deep sense of responsibility. But what if your professional role has become too intertwined with your sense of self. While equating your value as a person with your performance at work is co…
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Do you often take things that happen at work personally? Taking things personally at work is not a sign of weakness, but a reflection of your dedication and sense of responsibility. But what if your professional role has become too intertwined with how you view and value yourself as a person? In this article, the author offers five strategies to approach work situations with more distance and objectivity.