It doesn't matter if you work in a newsroom, a corporate office, a non-profit or school there will always be the carry in. Some people call it a potluck. Others call it a pitch-in, bring-a-plate, dish-to-pass or any multitude of other words that all mean you bring something and have a feast. Seems easy enough, … Continue reading The Office Food Trap
Things to Learn Early: banquet etiquette
After attending a recent conference banquet, it is painfully obvious that in the era of cell phones, banquet decorum is on the decline. Regardless of age, in fact, some of the worst offenders at the banquet were older adults. If you or your job is really that important that you can't take two hours away … Continue reading Things to Learn Early: banquet etiquette
How to know when it’s time to go
The recent Quora question: How do you know when it's time to leave your current company and move on? is a good post to read no matter where you are in your career and regardless of your happiness level in your current job. As many of the respondents point out, there are red flags on … Continue reading How to know when it’s time to go
Caution: Tell your Boss Anything
This new service is a minefield. One you would be wise to stay away from. According to the website, the ultimate goal is to, "encourage useful discussion that resolves difficult workplace issues. We provide a safe environment in which to do that." However, safe doesn't necessarily mean completely anonymous. The site claims, "Unless required to by law, we will … Continue reading Caution: Tell your Boss Anything
Don’t just act smart
To get your ideas across use small words, big ideas, and short sentences. - John Henry Patterson A recent Forbes article on clichés reiterates how clichés permeate business. If you haven't read it yet, you should. It's both cringe-worthy and awesome. According to Merriam-Webster, a cliché is "a trite phrase or expression; also : the idea expressed by … Continue reading Don’t just act smart