The Power of the Other: The startling effect other people have on you, from the boardroom to the bedroom and beyond-and what to do about it

by Henry Cloud

Finally, be wise. Talking about others is not a bad thing. People need to, and love to, talk about each other. “How’s your sister doing? What’s happening with your team?” Others are frequently the topic of our conversations, and even on the job we must talk about one another and the work we’re doing with them, as well as the issues we’re having with them. That’s normal and good. But, you’ll know when it is not divisive.