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09/11/2024

How to Handle Being Constantly Interrupted

Being interrupted can range from annoying to demoralizing

Q: How should I handle being constantly interrupted?

A: Hold on, I'm going to let you finish...

Being interrupted is not only annoying, it can feel demoralizing. It is also incredibly common. Unsurprisingly, research shows that being talked over and interrupted in meetings happens much more to women, people of color and LGBTQ+ employees. Also, the more senior the employee, the more likely they are to interrupt you. Which means there is likely an uncomfortable power dynamic at play, too.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Fast Company.

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