Work disputes are nearly inevitable. Anyone who has worked in a team knows it requires patience and perseverance to get things done. When someone lets the team down, it can be incredibly frustrating.
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How would you react if your colleague proved to be difficult over an issue that could easily be resolved?
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A graphic designer was hired to develop a new GUI for field agents who had small laptops. However, she didn’t consider the limitations of the smaller screens
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The designer was resistant to feedback, so as a consequence, her monitors were replaced with smaller ones so she could experience the interface firsthand
The post author works at BigCo and was tasked with a new project to develop a new graphic user interface (GUI) for field agents who were using outdated and clunky software.
When the OP pointed out the problem, Suze, claiming to be the GUI expert, insisted it looked perfect on her monitor. After much back-and-forth with the project manager, it became clear that it would be challenging to convince Suze otherwise.
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Additionally, chances are that your situation isn’t permanent. “Difficult colleagues often have a high turnover rate. It’s not worth engaging in a temporary problem if it will cause lasting damage to your reputation or career. Remember, this too shall pass.”
Internet folks applauded the poster in the way they chose to tackle the problem, with many puzzled about Suze’s action
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