Escaping a rut at the office
When youâre feeling bored and unmotivated at work for a period of time, youâre probably in a rut, Stephanie Vozza writes at Fast Company. Hereâs how to get out of it.
How to be a strategic business partner
To become a superstar at work, you need to extend your knowledge of the job to knowledge of the organization.
5 signs you need more shut-eye
A good nightâs sleep helps with job performance, but do you know just how much sleep really counts? Here are the top warning signs you need more than a nap, courtesy of Nectar.
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Why making your bed is so important
If breakfast is too much work for you, an easier way to improve your productivity for the rest of your day is to make your bed, says Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit.
8 actions make an exceptional listener
Here are eight ways to immediately stop talking and start listening, from Stacey Hanke, founder and communication expert of Stacey Hanke Inc. and the author of Influence Redefined: Be the Leader You Were Meant to Be.
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Hey superstar, is it worth it if everyone resents you?
Q: âMy co-workers seem to despise me because I have a strong work ethic. When I took this job six months ago, I joined a team of three other people who have all been with the company at least six years. I love what I do, so I work a lot of overtime. Now Iâm in a pickle because my co-workers donât appreciate the ânew kid on the blockâ working extra hours, and exceeding our goals. Unfortunately, my boss seems to agree with my team members, so I canât go to her for help. What should I do?â Superstar
Step up to the plate with an ineffective manager
Question: My boss has a hard time keeping his feelings to himself. For example, he frequently tells us that heâll probably be fired because management doesnât like him. He also says that senior management has doubts about the value of our department. Because of his paranoid comments, the staff is starting to feel resentful toward the company, and morale is declining rapidly. Personally, Iâm very happy with both the company and my job, but my managerâs pessimistic attitude still drags me down. What can I do? Bummed Out