White lies at work?
One in five people admits to lying at work at least once a week. That’s according to a CareerBuilder.com survey. Why do they lie?
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Keep loafers on task, projects on course
The team project turned out well, but you’re miffed because you and a co-worker did all the work; the rest of the team slacked off. Now, even the slackers are receiving credit for your work.
Books that are worth your time
You could write a book, right? Well that’s what these authors did—about their admin work. What are you reading these days? Have you read any of these buzz-worthy business books—or others? Give us something to talk about…
Build a network of helping hands
Admins are helping one another take their careers to the next level. How? With professional development programs created by and for admins.
Do you need more ‘think time’?
Think: Do you remember what your New Year’s Resolution was? And more important, have you kept your resolution(s)? Finding time to think is important for a healthy mind and body. After the mad rush of the holiday season, many of us expected the whirling-dervish feeling of struggling to balance work and home life to end. But has it?
Easy ways to stay well and stress-free
“Small, ongoing conflicts” increase by three to five times the chances that you’ll come down with a stress-related illness. So, take these “small, ongoing steps” to reduce stress at work and at home … and keep yourself healthy:
Surviving that stupid mistake
You’re mortified to discover that the key numbers you gave your boss for his big client pitch earlier today were flat-out wrong. How do you minimize the damage to your reputation? Follow these 3 steps.
Beating those passed-over blues
You came in second for a coveted promotion. Feel like hunkering down and forgetting about the whole thing? Don’t. The fact that you came so close shows that you’re on the right path. Here’s how to make sure you’re the perfect pick next time.
3 ways to show off your smarts
Higher-ups may know you’re skilled, speedy and good-spirited, but do they know how smart you are? Brandishing your intelligence will help you land stretch assignments or the promotion you want. Three ways to do it:
Prep yourself for those ad-lib moments
The boss asks a question about a project while you’re knee-deep in something else, or a new employee suddenly inquires about the one thing that might make him change his mind about staying. You need to shift gears quickly, but you draw a blank. Before you open your mouth to answer, mull over these tips.