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How to Make Peace with a Company Decision You Don’t Like: Eight prompts to work through your emotions and implement a plan you disagree with.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Einhorn, Cheryl Strauss 3 of 3

Abstract

This article, titled "How to Make Peace with a Company Decision You Don't Like," provides guidance on how to navigate and accept decisions in the workplace that one disagrees with. The author shares a tool called the Cheetah Sheet, which consists of eight questions to help individuals process their emotions and align their actions with the company's decision. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding the rationale behind unpopular decisions and finding common ground between personal goals and the company's goals. By using this tool, individuals can maintain a positive attitude, foster positive relationships with management, and work towards a new definition of success. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2024/02, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:175709400
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