334: I Was Supposed to Die Five Years Ago | Feedback Friday

Workplace Conflict

Dealing with difficult coworkers can be a significant challenge in any workplace. Jordan Harbinger suggests addressing the issue directly by asking others if they've noticed the behavior and documenting any incidents. He emphasizes the importance of keeping these confrontations calm and private to avoid escalating the situation 1. Jason DeFillippo shares a listener's experience with a passive-aggressive colleague, highlighting the frustration of trying to engage with someone who refuses to cooperate 2. Jordan advises that such behavior is often a sign of deeper issues and may indicate that the person is not a good fit for a healthy corporate culture 1.

People like that are a cancer in the workplace, and they're just going to do this to as many people as they can, and it inhibits communication.

--- Jordan Harbinger

Documenting these behaviors and discussing them with a supervisor can be crucial steps in resolving the conflict and maintaining a productive work environment.

   

Side Projects

Balancing side projects with your main job can be tricky but manageable. Jordan and Jason discuss the importance of sharpening your skills and how it benefits both your current job and future endeavors 3. However, Jason warns about the risks of double-dipping and the potential legal issues that can arise if your side project is perceived as using company resources 4. He shares his own experience of being sued despite working on his project during his own time, emphasizing the importance of transparency and caution.

If you invent something, your current employer could say that's ours because you made it on company time.

--- Jordan Harbinger

To avoid conflicts, it's crucial to manage your time wisely and ensure that your side projects do not interfere with your primary job responsibilities.