You can choose your friends, but you can't choose your co-workers. Here's my advice for how to make it work, when you don't like someone you work closely with on a regular basis. I suggest going with the benefit of the doubt (something I’ve referenced in It's Not Fair!). Maybe their attitude isn’t sunny and … Continue reading Working with Someone You Don’t Like
Returning from Vacation Advice
Memorial Day has come and gone and the annual vacation season is upon us. As I’ve address preparing for vacation in previous posts (Vacation Guilt), I thought it appropriate to discuss the dreaded (or excited) return from relaxation. It seems there are two mind sets for those returning from vacation. One is the “don’t talk … Continue reading Returning from Vacation Advice
My Thought’s on CNN’s: Twitter can give edge to job seekers
I'm not sure how I feel about CNN telling everyone how to use Twitter to get a job (article here). Without a community to engage I can't see it working. While the general overall advice is very sound (I checked with those who speak on such things) and I agree with the points, I am … Continue reading My Thought’s on CNN’s: Twitter can give edge to job seekers
Why Recognizing Your Employees is Important
A little recognition goes a long way, especially in an office setting. By recognizing your employees and co-workers internally, morale can improve and attitudes shift to be more positive. (External recognition is a topic for another time.) I'm not suggesting that you suggest to your boss that you have a party with hats every time … Continue reading Why Recognizing Your Employees is Important
Using the Office Calendar is Important
I’m part of a small department. When one person is out sick or on vacation, we notice. I’m also part of a department that other departments rely pretty heavily on and are often coming back to our area to ask questions or get help. There are a few of us who are excellent at using … Continue reading Using the Office Calendar is Important