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
Managing email
For the millennial generation (full disclosure, I'm a millennial), email is too slow and no one uses the telephone. Texts are much faster, but the truth is the rest of the world still relies on email as a way to communicate. That means if you don't already, someday you will have multiple accounts to manage … Continue reading Managing email
Please Disregard
It seems everyone's email are getting hacked lately. In addition to the first obvious spam message, I've received several please disregard follow-up messages. Most of which are some version of this: "Please disregard any messages you've received from me in the last 24 hours. It appears my account was hacked and I have worked to … Continue reading Please Disregard
Application Follow up
A recent LinkedIn post from the HAPPO - Help A PR Pro Out group (great group for those interested in or employed in Public Relations) reiterated that not all job applicants are well versed in the skillful follow-up from the application. Most people know to send at minimum a thank you note after an interview, … Continue reading Application Follow up
Meeting for Meetings Sake
I'm learning that there are some people who just love meetings. Every other suggestion is, "let's have a meeting about this!" While I truly believe in making sure everyone involved is on the same page, I don't think it is necessary to have a meeting about every single topic or just because that time has … Continue reading Meeting for Meetings Sake