Never go to your boss and simply say, “What should I do?” She may begin to wonder if you’re really cut out to be a boss yourself someday. If you do need advice (and there’s nothing wrong with that), it’s best to think of a possible solution first, then ask, “What do think of this […]
A good, well-timed handshake to pair with your grin is a sure way to stand out, whether you’re at the company picnic or an industry conference. Here’s how important it is: The prospective employee with the best handshake is more likely to get the job, research shows.
Q: “After being promoted to manager, I began supervising my former co-workers, including my friend ‘Alicia.’ Everything was fine until Alicia had a major conflict with an employee who complained to higher management. I was told to resolve the issue, so I had to reprimand Alicia for the way she handled the situation. Alicia now seems very bitter and is obviously unhappy with me. I would like to talk with her about this, but I’m not sure what to say. Do you have any suggestions?” New Manager
There are a million distractions around us every day, and it can be hard to stay focused. Here are some tips that can make you more productive and eliminate distractions from your workday.