Don’t get fired—my three-word advice that I have given many unhappy employees over the years. When an employee becomes disheartened at work, she needs to be extra careful not to slip into behaviors that will get her fired. There’s no reason to look for trouble there are numerous things that smart, industrious people unwittingly do ...
Tips on Working for a Disorganized Boss
Most of us have had to work with a weak boss at some or another. I bet if you were to stop random strangers on the street and ask them about their boss, you would probably get a range of descriptions from wonderful to horrible. I want to focus on working with a boss who ...
How To Work From Home Successfully
If you work from home, I’m sure you’ll agree that it can be a juggling act at times. Working at home is an option not only for self-employed individuals. According to Global Workplace Analytics, 3.7 million employees (2.8% of the workforce) now work from home at least half the time. They further report that 22% ...
How does a bad boss behave?
I bet the memory of a bad boss is lurking in your work history. He was probably hot tempered or dishonest. Or perhaps she was overbearing or indifferent. Regardless of what they did, the thought of the person makes you cringe and give a sigh of relief that she or he is behind you. Peter Economy ...
Bad Habits to Avoid in the Workplace
Displaying bad habits around the workplace can create an unhealthy and unproductive environment. We all show behaviors from to time that or coworkers find irritating, but most of us change our ways when we realize the impact our actions have on others. Let’s take a look at some naughty and annoying habits. Tardiness The number one offense ...
Seven Habits You Learned In High School That Are Crucial For Work Success
High School is such a formative time in our lives despite the moments of social angst. These four years can give a person personal habits s/he will use for success in college and the workplace. Angela Ruth in her article “Seven Habits You Learned In High School That Are Crucial For Work Success” highlights these seven habits: Time Management Being Proactive Being Prepared Setting Attainable Goals Learning ...
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