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The problem with being "too nice" at work | Tessa West

The problem with being "too nice" at work | Tessa West

TED Talks Daily · TED

May 28, 202418m 0s

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Show Notes

Are you "too nice" at work? Social psychologist Tessa West shares her research on how people attempt to mask anxiety with overly polite feedback — a practice that's more harmful than helpful — and gives three tips to swap generic, unhelpful observations with clear, consistent feedback, even when you feel awkward.

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