Introvert Boss Struggles + A BossScript for Constant Complainers

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Introvert Boss Struggles + A BossScript for Constant Complainers

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Oct 31, 2021

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How does a reserved, introverted new supervisor overcome his lack of confidence? And what do you say to that employee who constantly complains, throws a fit, or is obviously miserable? There’s good stuff ahead now, on Boss Better Now.

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Oct 31, 2021

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