A bad boss can make your work a thousand times more difficult than it needs to be. If you’re floundering because of one, you’re not alone. As has been said over and over, people leave managers, not companies. In my experience, one of the hardest bosses to deal with is the passive-aggressive personality. For…
We’ve all been there. How can you recover from a foot-in-mouth moment at work? Click here for the video!
Once upon a time, I worked with the worst communicator I have ever met. She constantly misunderstood things other people said, and in turn said things that weren’t what she really meant. It was very confusing! I hope you haven’t encountered someone like that in your work, but in case you have or do…
Juggling work and home life is tricky at the best of times, but lately, with staffing issues and crazy inflation, it seems extra fraught. If you’re feeling caught in the middle of this, today’s post is for you! First, let’s start with defining work-life balance. Because our needs vary so much, your personal…
Money can be an uncomfortable topic for lots of us. Many of my clients will start any salary discussion with a vague apology: “It’s not really about the money, but….” I think this often stems for a vague sense that they’re either not worth a big salary or that earning a lot of money will…
Losing your job can be frightening and upsetting. But there are absolutely ways to deal with it! Watch this week’s video for tips!
This seems to be The Summer of Loss—I’ve had to say goodbye to a beloved dog and two friends who were far too young to die, and I know so many people who are mourning the loss of a job or relationship or health or a loved one that I’ve almost lost track. I…
This is such a frustrating new trend! I’ve talked to people who have had as many as 8 interviews for a job, only to get turned down. I suspect that there’s not much to be done about that, but if you get invited for an interview, I do encourage you ask how many rounds there…
Summer means it’s time for a refresh, so I have updated my speaking topic offers! If you’re a manager looking to reduce turnover or struggling with these new demands from your staff, let’s talk!
Here are some tips so you can move on!