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Published Oct 25, 2019

269: My Stepdaughter's Mom Is A Sex Worker | Feedback Friday

Join Jordan Harbinger and Jason DeFillippo as they tackle the delicate topic of handling a stepdaughter's potential discovery of her mother's sex work, while also offering valuable career strategies for salary negotiation, skill stacking, and navigating workplace dynamics.
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  • Exclusion

    Experiencing exclusion at work can be challenging, especially when it feels personal. shares a listener's story about feeling left out by colleagues in a small company. Despite attempts to engage, the listener finds herself ignored by her peers, leading to feelings of isolation. advises that such exclusion often stems from others' insecurities, not personal failings:

    This is an attention game and you can't win because you're competing against somebody else's insecurities.

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    He suggests focusing on work and not taking the exclusion personally, as it's not a reflection of one's worth 1 2.

       

    Cliques

    Workplace cliques can create a toxic environment, impacting both morale and productivity. and discuss how these groups form and the challenges they present. Cliques often lead to feelings of exclusion and can make navigating workplace dynamics difficult. notes that management may not prioritize resolving these issues, especially if they involve younger employees:

    It's really a bummer but there is something to be said for company culture, especially when it comes to millennials.

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    They recommend seeking out friendships with colleagues who are more inclusive and focusing on professional growth 3 4.

       

    Networking

    Effective networking is crucial for career advancement, yet it can be daunting. emphasizes the importance of building genuine connections rather than superficial ones. He suggests using strategies like the Double Opt-In Introduction to facilitate meaningful interactions. adds that offering value to others can strengthen these relationships:

    You don't have to worry about continually making the small talk go forward and you don't ask if people need help.

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    Instead, understanding others' needs and offering targeted assistance can make networking more effective and less awkward 5 6.

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