One of the college students I work with has the opportunity for a fantastic, paid internship this semester. While great, that means she needs to quit her current part time waitressing job, which she loves and she might want back when her internship ends or at least get a good reference from in the future. … Continue reading How to break up with your boss
Resource: For Women Only in the Workplace
Disclaimer: While the title states women, this advice is just as important for men. I have some bad news. More than likely, your job existed before you and, just as likely, it will exist after you. As author, Shaunti Feldhahn explains in her book, For Women Only in the Workplace: What You Need to Know … Continue reading Resource: For Women Only in the Workplace
Whispering, just don’t do it
Whispering makes everyone uncomfortable. It reminds people of the high school (or middle school) cafeteria. As Meghan M. Biro points out in her post for PR Daily on the 12 most annoying workplace habits, "There’s not much behavior that’s as subversive and damaging as whispering, especially when it’s the boss talking to his or her … Continue reading Whispering, just don’t do it
Job Search help
I've previously mentioned how important it is for you to tell everyone you know you're looking for a job. But how exactly do you start that conversation? You can't just call or text your acquaintances and say, "Hey! I'm looking for a job in X field. Know anyone who is hiring?" Be more subtle. If … Continue reading Job Search help
Don’t eat at your desk
Whether it's lunch or a snack eating at your desk, doesn't just add calories and potentially make you ill, it makes you look like you have time to spare. Most office workers know that eating at your desk adds extra calories (because you probably aren't paying attention to how much you are eating) and that … Continue reading Don’t eat at your desk