How to Be a Highly Effective Person, as Told by Veep
Selina Meyer and her malfunctioning staff are back up for Emmys for season five of Veep. In the world of the show, foul-mouthed, egocentric bullying is how stuff gets done, and while the satire may sometimes hit a little too close to home in the current election, we're still laughing harder than ever at Veep's outrageous antics and blistering insults. Because, let's be real — we all secretly wish we could behave like this every now and then.
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When on a Tight Deadline, Prioritize
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Exude a Sense of Quiet Confidence
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Ghosting Someone Works in the Professional World, Too
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Leverage Your Resources
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Handle Crises With Grace and Tact
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Only You Know What You're Truly Capable Of
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Find the Silver Lining
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Make Others Feel Heard
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Never Give Up
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Take Criticism in Stride
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Prepare Some Conversation Starters That Can Be Used in Any Situation
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Recognize Your Weaknesses
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Take a Vested Interest in Your Co-Workers
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Ask Questions Instead of Giving Direct Orders
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Be Honest and Sincere in Your Appreciation of Others' Ideas
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When You're Wrong, Admit It Quickly and Emphatically
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Pick Up on Nonverbal Cues
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Use Natural, Appropriate Facial Expressions
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Treat Your Inferiors the Same Way You Treat Your Equals
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Always Have a Contingency Plan
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Wish Others Well
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Offer Constructive, Actionable Solutions
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