Although this word could be interpreted as a bad thing when it comes to a team, it is actually beneficial to have a deviant amongst the members. A deviant is the person that “departs from the norm”. In other words, this individual plays a devil’s advocate by questioning and/or challenging other members of the team … Read more
The definition of an 8 ball is “being stuck in a hard, unfavorable or uncomfortable position.” During our careers, most people feel at one point or another that they are in a difficult position either with their boss, coworkers, clients, or even their subordinates. By not communicating effectively, the situation can escalate and be a … Read more
Drinking tea with others is a ritual in many countries. Surprisingly, Turkey and Morocco consume more tea than countries we would normally think of, like England. For some there is a protocol on how it should be prepared and drunk, and some may even make it more ceremonial. The bigger issue is that it is … Read more