You’ve always compiled a monthly report for the division heads … until recently. Last week, out of nowhere, one of the execs asked another staffer to “take a crack at it.” Now, you feel left out of the loop. What can you do about it?
Can I hide documents that have a status other than approved in a document library? In fact it’s just a couple of clicks to set this up in an existing library:
Question: Our new CEO dictates orders without getting input from experienced staff and intimidates people by yelling at them in meetings. He was brought in because sales are dropping and the company is losing money. When his ideas fail, the CEO blames the managers, claiming they don’t know how to run their departments. But the real problem is that he is cleaning house through deep job cuts, so we don’t have enough employees to meet his demands. Most people are planning to leave as soon as they can find another job. In the meantime, can you help me figure out how to work with this guy? Battered Manager
A large percentage of people have to deal with colleagues who frequently complain, according to a study by Cloud Nine Media. Such negativity isn’t just annoying; research shows it can also take a toll on your brain’s ability to function properly.
If you’re having a hard time staying focused, the mess on your desk could be partly to blame, writes Mike Michalowicz at American Express OPEN Forum. You can get more productive by making a few simple adjustments to your habits and workspace.
Computer skills are key for succeeding in the current business climate, writes John Patrick Pullen. But even if you didn’t study computer science in school, fear not; there are a number of free online resources that can help you get up to speed.
Avoid confrontation when discussing politics in the workplace. There’s a right way and a wrong way to phrase your comments, writes Lynze Wardle Lenio at the Daily Muse. “Remember that it’s highly unlikely that you’re going to convince your office mates to switch political parties–or even their position on an issue–in a 30-minute conversation at […]
Listening to music while you work can do more than make you feel better—it can also make you more productive, experts say.
If all an employee does is tell you about the diagnosis of her medical condition, that’s not enough to trigger her FMLA rights. For example, the employee can’t just state that she’s been diagnosed with depression and then, the next time she misses work, expect the time off to be automatically considered FMLA leave.
Inject power into your remarks by eliminating words or phrases that weaken your message. That’s easier said than done, since many leaders aren’t aware of how their word choice works against them. Here are some keys to communicate with clarity and force: