When the boss won’t stop swearing
Q. I just took a new position in a great company. But my boss routinely uses the F-word at work. Should I complain? I’m not a prude, but it seems hostile.
Category: People Skills
Deal with people who refuse to read
Have you ever known or worked with someone who just won’t read communication? Before you stew about these “information vacuums” too much, consider a few things.
Ex-colleague trashes us online: What to say?
Q. A senior leader was let go from our company. As a friend of hers, I’ve become aware of disparaging things she now writes online about it—nothing widely seen, but I think many of them are unjustified. I want to stay friends, but also put an end to these inaccuracies. Any suggestions?
Let employees go out how they want
Like most rituals, the office farewell party is, in theory, a nice idea. But honestly… who has ever enjoyed theirs?
Weathering the condescending co-worker
In the catalog of “how to deal with difficult people” advice you’ll seek out during your career, there’s a particularly insidious character who makes frequent appearances: the condescender.
Dealing with a perfectionist exec
Handling a perfectionist can feel especially tricky when that person is a manager. Here are some ways to deal with perfectionist execs.
Effectively negotiate your bills
When the term negotiation arises, it’s often in the heady context of business deals, referring to tactics and skill.
Well, what makes your personal finances any different? Try a bill negotiation app.
Well, what makes your personal finances any different? Try a bill negotiation app.
When your exec falls silent
It can be very uncomfortable to get the feeling that your boss isn’t happy with you, especially if you’re not entirely clear about the situation. If your boss isn’t telling you what the problem is, it’s next to impossible to correct it. So, take the lead on this. Here are some tips.
How to create no-stress urgency
You know you need to light a fire under your team, but you don’t want to sap their productivity by piling on stress. Can pressure and support coexist? The answer is yes, thoughtfully. Here are some ideas for how to approach this situation.
The art of juggling multiple managers
Changes in the workforce have demanded that many businesses cut down some administrative staff. That leaves those remaining with a lot more on their plates. If this is your job—or it becomes your job—here’s a little guidance to avoid getting pulled in too many directions.