Anthony Scaramucci Is Out as Communications Director. Maybe It's Not a Good Idea to Publicly Disparage Your Co-Workers?When you're fired up and saying awful things about people, it can get you fired.

ByStephen J. Bronner

Mark Wilson/Getty Images

The Mooch is out.

在工作中只有10天之后,总统唐纳德Trump has fired Anthony Scaramucci as White House communications director,The New York Timesreports. The decision apparently came from newly appointed White House Chief of StaffJohn F. Kelly, a retired United States Marine Corps general who had worked at the Department of Homeland Security.

Scaramucci's firing goes to show that beingoverconfidentin your abilities and your position -- the millionaire Mooch bragged that he reported directly to the president, not the chief of staff -- can doom you from get-go. And, oh yeah, publicly disparaging your co-workers certainly doesn't help.

Related:9 Inspirational Donald Trump Quotes to Make You a Fearless Risk Taker

The now former communications director let loose aprofanity-laced tiradeagainst other White House staffers, including former chief of staff Reince Priebus and advisor Steve Bannon, to a reporter at theNew Yorker.Among his many mistakes, Scaramucci did not specify whether the conversation was on or off the record.

"Let me tell you something about myself," Scaramucci said while appearing on CNN. "I am a straight shooter."

Look, Mooch, you're certainly entertaining and no one can say you don't bring a lot of energy to the table, but maybe in your next position, dial it back a little.

The jury is still out on whether copying your boss is a good idea.

Wavy Line
Stephen J. Bronner

Entrepreneur Staff

News Director

Stephen J. Bronner writes mostly about packaged foods. His weekly column isThe Digest. He is very much on top of his email.

Editor's Pick

Related Topics

Business News

Report: AI Will Take More Jobs Away from Women Than Men

Automation is many things, but apparently, it is not gender-neutral.

Business News

What Is a 'Lazy Girl Job'? New TikTok Trend Empowers Women to Work However They Want

The trend began as a way for women to find more free time during their days.

Growing a Business

3 Solutions That Help Alleviate Everyday Pressures Small Business Owners Face

We live in a world with increasing pressures from stakeholders, constantly changing customer expectations and volatile financial conditions — which for many, especially business owners — can make it hard to create clear distinctions between professional and personal emotions.

Starting a Business

10 Common Obstacles to Avoid When Starting a Business

Starting a new business can be an exciting and rewarding venture, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. Here are some common obstacles to avoid when starting a new business.

Starting a Business

So You Sold Your First Business and Now You're Starting a New One — Here's How to Make Sure It's a Success.

Starting a second company after selling your first can be daunting, but it's also an exciting opportunity to prove yourself and create something amazing.