Five Ways to Deal with a Colleague Who Doesn’t Respect Rules.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review, 2025, v. 103. P. 70 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: WILDING, MELODY 3 of 3

Abstract

The article provides advice on how to deal with coworkers that do not follow the rules, and it mentions a coworker's ability to consider the fundamental attribution error form of cognitive bias. According to the article, it is best to have a conversation with the colleague in question, rather than a confrontation about their behavior. Explaining the purpose of employee rules is assessed, along with offering flexible solutions, setting timelines, and engaging employees with a combination of empathy, firmness, and finesse.

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review. 2025/06, Vol. 103, p70
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Psychology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0017-8012
  • Accession Number:186035181

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