Use proximity to make an intimidating person feel uncomfortable
If you find yourself near someone who tends to lose their temper during talks, avoid having a meeting with them if possible. You probably want to run and hide, or at the very least, sit as far away as possible, so this seems counterintuitive. But it will benefit you to sit near them.
Even the most self-assured and enforcing persons find proximity to be scary. They won’t be as likely to yell at you or lose their temper as a result.
