Peter Yawitz
You Didn’t See Me Yesterday
60% of Americans have chronic illnesses. Many people say, "Funny, you don't look sick!" We want to say, "You should have seen me yesterday!"
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Peter Yawitz
Sep 29, 20212 min read
"hey queens..."??
Managers couldn't model good communication during lockdown. Define how/when to communicate. Agree to be direct and graceful. Be inclusive.
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Peter Yawitz
May 6, 202110 min read
Giving Up Fear: A life of work, advice, and Crohn’s
Post-pandemic I'm giving up fear. Crohn's has driven my actions for too long. As a business coach I encourage clients to shake away fear too
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Peter Yawitz
Mar 29, 20212 min read
What Should I Wear When I Return To Work?
Dear Someone Else’s Dad, I started my first job last year and have worked from home since Day One. We’re scheduled to return to the...
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Peter Yawitz
Oct 29, 20202 min read
Don't Understand My Manager's Unique Abbreviations
Dear Someone Else’s Dad, I’m fluent in text acronyms (BTW, LMAO, FWIW, NSFW, etc.) and have been gradually getting to understand our...
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Peter Yawitz
Jul 28, 20201 min read
Am I Supposed To Memorize Inane Acronyms?
We have to memorize inane acronyms for certain situations like SPARKLE (S-Set Expectations,” P-Praise Good Behavior,”etc. It's crazy!
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Peter Yawitz
Apr 6, 20202 min read
Zoom Meeting Pet Peeves
Find a chance to say, “So we all agree that we will double check that mute buttons are on when we go to the bathroom. Correct?"
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Peter Yawitz
Mar 25, 20202 min read
How do I put together a good work team?
I was asked to put together a team to work on a new high-profile client project. Should I bring on my favorite work buds?
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Peter Yawitz
Mar 25, 20202 min read
How do I get my boss to respond to texts?
How do I get my boss to respond? I texted: A couple of questions for you. He texted back: Give me five minutes. He never got back to me.
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Peter Yawitz
Dec 31, 20190 min read
Which awful coworker stereotype are you?
15 days till book launch! Pre-order today at https://lnkd.in/eM4ZemM. I'm not defensive and I know better than you do.
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Peter Yawitz
Oct 28, 20192 min read
How do I accept a role I don't want?
Dear Someone Else’s Dad, I’m an associate at a management consulting firm. I really enjoy the work, especially because I have gotten to...
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Peter Yawitz
Mar 16, 20182 min read
How do I deal with a know-it-all?
Dealing with a know-it-all (KIA) is tough because the person is always going to self-promote, and there’s no real benefit to you if you call
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Peter Yawitz
Mar 12, 20182 min read
How can I make changes in my family's business?
I work for my family’s company and have been given a lot more responsibility in negotiating contracts. Our industry is facing new competitio
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Peter Yawitz
Feb 19, 20181 min read
How do I deal with passive-aggressive people?
How many times do you say or hear passive-aggressive language like this? "Oh, sorry, I thought you were more senior. I'll ask a mor
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Peter Yawitz
Jan 23, 20181 min read
How do I deal with a stinky co-worker?
Ever work with someone who stinks, has BO or bad breath? Sometimes the person doesn't even know. Be gentle in how you approach the pers
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Peter Yawitz
Dec 19, 20171 min read
How do I deal with a mean boss?
Ever get screamed at by a mean boss or told that everything you do is wrong? It's just like being in high school. You can't change
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Peter Yawitz
Dec 12, 20171 min read
Do I have to participate in mandatory wine tasting?
How do I get out of participating in our upcoming holiday party’s “mandatory” wine-tasting competition? I don’t drink alcohol, and I actual
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Peter Yawitz
Nov 29, 20171 min read
Is it OK to work from home?
When working from home, find a quiet place, eliminate distractions, and maintain a strict schedule unlike this woman who has a ground-floor
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Peter Yawitz
Oct 16, 20171 min read
What does he really mean when he says? (Part 2)
When they say: Nice job.
They could mean: I haven't looked at it.
But they could also mean: It's not great, but at least you got it
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Peter Yawitz
Oct 9, 20171 min read
What does he really mean when he says? (Part 1)
When they say: Get it done whenever you get a chance.
They could mean: I really need it within the hour.
But they could also mean: I’m givin
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