Seven Tips for Dealing with Cross-Departmental Issues It feels good to say those words - “you’re not the boss of me!” Translated, this means - you can say whatever you want, because I am not going to listen anyway, so there! Such a powerfully defiant thing to say. Have you ever said it? I can tell you from first hand experience, it feels good! I can also tell you from first hand experience that hearing those words does not feel good. The attitude that accompanies those words has damaged many organizational relationships. If there always seems to be an “edgy” feel between your departments or teams, these seven tips are for you. (more…)