Episode 83: Is it ever a good idea to form alliances with people you dislike?

Claire and I discuss the tricky spot that is the workplace, when it comes to working with people we don't quite like. Topics:The workplace is all about people...always has been.Welcome to the night shift...shared goals and shared enemies.The importance of dark humor.My aversion to people that are phony...The importance of personalities. Sometimes other people can point out the flaws in you.Speak up immediately, so your disdain doesn't fester for too long. Figure out sooner rather than later if you can survive in a workplace.Form alliances but don't sacrifice personal identity. Always have an 'outside tribe' so you never lose track of yourself.