On the topic of how to build work relationships, a frustrated reader writes about the way her boss perceives her actions at work. And her non-actions. She also feels confused by what her boss said. It doesn’t feel right to her. Well, sometimes you just need to trust the feedback and take charge of changing […]
Judged By the Company You Keep
We’ve all heard the phrase “judged by the company you keep.” But what exactly does that mean? If you simply hang around with someone, is that enough to get you labeled with their faults? And, conversely, if you hang around with people with great reputations, does that mean you slide by if you’re not exactly […]
What’s the Difference Between Gossip and Conversation?
I recently published an article about the downside of gossiping at work. But that might raise the question “What exactly is the difference between gossip and conversation?” And because there can be a lot of hard feelings as you venture into that downside territory, I think this is a question well worth exploring. Also, while […]
How Gossip at Work Can Hurt You
As much fun as it is to gossip, the hard fact is that gossip can hurt people. And it can hurt longtime relationships. And when it comes to gossip at work, you’re opening the door to serious and lasting damage. Even if your intentions were totally innocent. While seemingly harmless at first, workplace gossip can […]
Work Friend Is Asking For Money. What Do I Say?
If a work friend is asking for money, no matter what you say lending can be uncomfortable. If you say no to letting them borrow money, you feel like you’ve let them down. Or, they may think you don’t believe in them. Or trust them. But if you say yes to loaning money to a […]
Should I Go Out With My Boss If He Asks Me?
To date my boss or not to date my boss. That is the question. Well, at least for some of us. So how does a rational, flesh and blood employee answer the “should I go out with my boss” question? Let’s start by admitting that it’s not easy to find people to date. And sometimes […]
Overly Friendly Coworker Wants To Be Friends!
Awkward! What if an overly friendly coworker wants to be friends with you now? How can you handle saying “no” to him or her and still work together? Or maybe you should simply give them a chance? It’s a tough situation to be in. When you have to see someone every day, you certainly don’t […]
Pros and Cons of Flirting With a Coworker
Flirting at work is a touchy subject, so you might be a little surprised that I’m including the upside of flirting with a coworker as well as the downside. But I try my best to be real on this site. And there are definitely things we get from flirting. That’s why we do it! But, […]