It's a familiar situation. Your co-worker or boss says or does something that is completely out of line. You spend the next few hours fuming, planning to give them a piece of your mind. It would feel great to let them know what you really think of them. But after you've told them a thing or two, how will you be impacted in the long run? Will your reputation improve? Not likely. There's a lot of wisdom in the advice: think before you speak.
The key is to respond and not react to the actions of others. Reactions may feel good and may even be justified, but the end result does more damage to your career than that of the person that offended you. Instead of entertaining thoughts of telling off your boss, mentally rehearse the most positive outcome that could come of your exchange. Imagine how good you'll feel when you were professional enough to take the high road. Imagine how good you'll feel when you are known for your level-headed, dignified responses instead of the hot head that no one wants to work with or the office grouch. When you respond to a person or situation, you've allowed yourself some time to process their actions/comments, which puts you ahead of the game. How you present yourself is an important ingredient to a successful career and it will get you noticed in the right way.
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