3 Ways to Handle an Inappropriate Comment at Work

Stacey Hawley

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It happens. Sometimes we are so shocked we don't even know how to respond. Our brain just starts to spin as we think 'Did I hear what I just think I heard?' and 'Did that person actually say that? Out loud?'Inappropriate comments at work are common and unfortunate. Everyone's perception of what is appropriate and inappropriate is different. I am not talking about being attacked - professionally - during a meeting (which is also unfortunate). I am talking about crossing the line - saying something personal. Some person, for some reason, feels justified in saying something derogatory, discriminatory or just plain rude. And if this person is in a position of authority, it can be even mo

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Teri Cotton Santos

Great advice, Stacey. I get asked this question all the time and the challenge is to 1) manage your own emotional response and 2)make sure your response reflects your own values and personal brand.

March 14, 2019

3 Ways to Handle an Inappropriate Comment at Work

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