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Asking Eric: Arrogant Contractor Is so Difficult to Work With
A homeowner seeks advice from columnist Eric on handling an arrogant contractor whose poor communication and uncooperative behavior cause ongoing project delays and stress.
- A homeowner wrote to advice columnist R. Eric Thomas saying they are paying a skilled but dismissive contractor whose attitude complicates ongoing site work.
- Because the contractor's personality appears predisposed to arrogance, the homeowner perceives him as superior and feels demeaned, complicating the working relationship's communication dynamics.
- The columnist recommends offering constructive, targeted feedback and says the Homeowner should address one or two repeated behaviors using targeted examples/phrasing to bridge intention and impact for communication goals.
- The columnist adds that he hopes the contractor will be receptive, as R. Eric Thomas says success depends on clear communication and the homeowner may need to replace the contractor if not.
- The column is syndicated and readers are encouraged to follow advice columnist R. Eric Thomas via Tribune Content Agency and contact him at eric@askingeric.com or rericthomas.com Instagram/newsletter.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right0Center16Last UpdatedBias Distribution80% Center
Bias Distribution
- 80% of the sources are Center
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L 20%
C 80%
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