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He notes that well-timed politeness combined with assertiveness—what he calls being "strategically annoying"—can propel career growth. Conversely, aggressive confrontation often triggers defensive reactions, leading to setbacks.
Navigating Performance Management and Organizational Politics
Evans offers a sharp critique of Amazon’s performance management systems, particularly the notorious Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs). He asserts that these tools are often misused, leading to dishonesty and psychological unrealistic expectations.