# It’s Not Me, It’s You: Breaking Up Passive Aggression | Ep21

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Podcast: [Candor & Courage At Work®](https://stenobird.com/podcast/candor-courage-at-work-7080621)
Published: 2026-06-01T05:34:00+00:00
Episode link: https://candorandcourage.podbean.com/e/it-s-not-me-it-s-you-breaking-up-passive-aggression-ep21/
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## Resource

You can't always stop passive aggressive behavior at work. But you have more control over it than you think. In this episode, we're continuing our series on passive aggression and answering a listener's question: Can managers prevent passive aggressive behavior from taking root in the first place? Then we share two real stories of passive aggression in action, specifically when the person being passive aggressive didn’t report to us (one was a coworker, and one was a boss!). If you've been wondering if you should address the passive aggression or just let it slide, this episode will help you figure out your next move. Learn more at candorandcourageatwork.com & connect with us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hr-habitude

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