Polish an introduction
Polish an introduction by bookending it with the person of importance in your office and saying something about each person.
What to say when a workmate blows it
You know them well: the co-worker who spends way too much time talking on the phone, and the colleague who projects boredom in staff meetings. How can you possibly tell these people that they’re hurting themselves professionally—and should you try?
Adopt a more positive outlook
Adopt a more positive outlook by telling yourself a good story, especially after a defeat, recommends psychologist Martin Seligman.
How do your work habits compare?
All peak performers do certain things: put in long hours, exercise, work in family time, etc. But they also have idiosyncrasies or secrets for making sure that they stay at the top of their game. What’s remarkable is how much their work habits vary.
Make ’em say, ‘For you? Anything!’
Turn co-workers into die-hard supporters who will watch your back and help propel your career. These three tactics can help you build workplace friends who go the extra mile for you, says management consultant Margaret Morford.
Craving kudos? Try these 4 tips
In a perfect world, managers would regularly tell you what a fantastic job you’re doing and how they notice all the hard work you put into everything you do. Most workplaces aren’t perfect, though.
Clear out boss’s ‘unfinished business’
Your boss’s desk stands awash in paper and her bookcase is bursting, but she may not even realize that the clutter is distracting her. Help a messy boss declutter her office—and boost your productivity—with these simple tools.
Keep toxic dumpers from taking over
You’re sitting at your desk, working productively, when in comes the Toxic Dumper … for the fifth time this week! She proceeds to commandeer your time, using you as a dumping ground for her complaints.
Google Spreadsheets
Google Spreadsheets is Web-based software that allows you to create new spreadsheets online, or to import and share existing Microsoft Excel files.
Create your own fate like this survivor
Whether it’s surviving a job loss, a divorce or a negative health diagnosis, don’t buy into the “war stories” you may have heard before. You can decide what you want your outcome to be.