7 Problem Work Personalities(And How to Deal with Them)

A difficult co-worker can ruin what is otherwise a perfectly good job.

A difficult co-worker can ruin what is otherwise a perfectly good job. Dealing with an untrustworthy backstabber, a bullying loudmouth or a deceptively quiet schemer can deplete the energy of you and your employees.

We have strategies that will defuse the threat they pose to the workplace and free up time you can spend with others -- including your family. Be prepared to experiment with a range of motivational tactics -- a mix of carrots and sticks.