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Decoding Boss Feedback: How to Navigate Criticism and Thrive

February, 2025

Suppose you’re a customer service manager and you’re getting chewed out by your boss, the head of customer service. He’s heard from a key customer who’s unhappy about answers he’s received to a request for product modifications. Naturally...

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