Slate's new advice column 'Dear Good Job' addresses workplace challenges, offering insights from columnists Laura Helmuth and Doree Shafrir. They encourage readers to submit their workplace dilemmas anonymously. In a recent response, they emphasized personal safety in a scenario involving a boss who drives poorly. The advice suggested using a gentle excuse to assert driving control without offending sensitive supervisors, highlighting how to navigate delicate workplace dynamics. The column aims to provide support for various work-related issues, prioritizing readers' well-being and professional relationships.
In this case, I would use a teeny tiny white lie the next time you're scheduled to get in a car with him. Something like, 'I got in a close call this past weekend when someone else was driving... If you aren't OK with me driving both of us, I'll just meet you there in my car.' This completely takes him out of the equation—it’s an issue that you have, and it’s not personal to him.
Laura Helmuth and Doree Shafrir want to help you navigate your social dynamics at work. Does your colleague constantly bug you after hours? Ask us your question here!
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