How do you interact with your colleagues? Are each of you on good terms? When interacting with colleagues, there are three strategies that should be employed, which include the following:1.Be Respectful:When communicating with colleagues, it is very important to be respectful of their stories regarding their lives either professionally or personally. For example, individuals should listen to their colleagues without interruption and try to seek positive resolutions regarding the outcome. This does not mean hold your peace, but it does require for individuals to exercise their critical thinking skills to avoid misrepresentation and confusion.2.Avoid Gossip:It may be a challenge to avoid saying something about another colleague or one of the school administrators if you have been wronged, but be very strong. Although the other party may start the gossip, it can be viewed as if you participated as well. Therefore, when you detect that your colleagues are about to gossip, it is very important to exclude yourself from the conversation. This can be done in a way without being defensive, but a strong advocate for students. For instance, individuals can share with their colleagues that they must go to the bathroom, finish grading, eat their snack, or attend to a different type of task that is definitely related to their teaching assignment.3.Breathe Positivity into Your Conversations:Don’t make it so obvious, but do speak positive words. There are a lot of miracles performed when colleagues are exposed to your positive thinking. By being positive, individuals are able to cast out any negative thoughts that may form. This act, alone, will do two things: (a) your colleagues will continue their conversation, but more in a positive light while around you; or (b) end the conversation and will learn how to be positive around you. If the latter happens, then count your blessings because you should be around like-minded individuals that will inspire and transform you.When working with colleagues, please exercise your common sense and practice positive thinking in all modes of communication and you will see a difference on the individuals in which you will impact throughout your career.