Why not vote in a contest in which you might have a little more personal experience with the nominees? It's time to weigh in on the people you work with and how many of them deserve these dubious distinctions!
Like virtually any other relationship-oriented activity in the workplace, the Backscratch is a game with rules that no one will actually tell you, but you are expected to know nonetheless. S'ok. I'll tell you.
Think of the way you look as your "packaging." What does your package say about you? Your look can help brand you in a good and memorable way OR can be a distraction from the reputation you want. You may get you labeled with a reputation you never dreamed of or wanted.
If your officemate has some tell-all tendencies, it can make your workday more than a little uncomfortable. Close quarters make co-worker friendships ...
Please think before sending me one more bar of soap I don't need. Gifts like that show me the gift has nothing to do with me and everything to do with crossing me off your checklist.
Most people think they know the keys to career success: Keep your head down and nose to the grindstone. Avoid personal, emotional, or awkward subjects...
Some years ago, I helped one of my best friends get a job at the company where I worked so she could move back to town and be closer to her boyfriend....
Scoring an offer means youāve made it through the toughest part of the job hunt. All the applications, research, and thank-you notes have paid off...
In large companies, a board of directors is essential. Theyāre there to inspire, provide feedback and ultimately decide where money should be invest...
If you feel trapped in a job you can't stand, you may be tempted to just quit. As understandable as this may be, it's the last thing you want to do a...
QUESTION
Irene,
I was so glad to find this blog. This past year, I've gone through a breakup with a group of work friends and it continues to sting....
With more women entering the workplace, it's not surprising that many develop extraordinarily close ties with colleagues, both male and female. To lea...
They may not be blood related, but that doesn't mean they aren't family. We celebrate birthdays and holidays with our co-workers, spend long weekends ...
Keep in mind that this is a new position for your boss and that s/he will be figuring this out as they go. If they stumble, that should not reinforce to you that the wrong person got the promotion.
Last week's tips offered sixteen suggestions for feeling happier at work by tackling aspects of your work space and your day. But actually, your relat...
Dear Christine,
There is a woman I work with everyday who absolutely drives me crazy. She's emotional, always has to get her opinion heard and be rig...