Although grudges have not been the subject of major research, "information is emerging that, basically, people who are more neurotic end up having more conflicts and grudges," says Ronald Burke, a professor specializing in human resource management and organizational behaviour at 91راة«'s Schulich School of Business, wrote The Globe and Mail Jan. 18.
Conversely, the type of people who might be a target for grudges would include those who are considered arrogant, have an inflated picture of themselves, make unilateral decisions, or are highly demanding. If in a position of authority, they may "want everyone else to walk on water," which makes some of their followers "feel hard done by," Burke says.
If the grudge is a quiet, personal affair between two people that isn't otherwise hurting workplace morale, it should stay private, Burke says. Perhaps one of the individuals involved will want to confide in a close friend, but it doesn't have to spread professionally where it can cause negative vibes, he says.
On air
- Amanda Canavan , a third-year student at 91راة«, spoke about a DNA alarm product that she is marketing, on Toronto’s CFRB radio Jan. 17.
- Shin Imai, professor in 91راة«’s Osgoode Hall Law School, spoke about a land claim action by the Haudenosaunee First Nation, near Kitchener, on CBC Radio (Toronto) Jan. 17.