Last week we talked about an actively bad boss, but what if yours is simply less than ideal or just not invested in your success? What if yours is a meh boss? Try not to let an indifferent manager derail your ambition! If you’re feeling that your skills and contributions are underutilized and underestimated,…
DetailsSince we took a trip into gaslighting last week, this week I wanted to explore another word that’s perhaps a bit overused but very much a real issue: the toxic boss, coworker, or workplace. I can’t tell you how this came to be such a buzzword in the world of work, but if I…
DetailsAnnual reviews stink. Am I right? I always hated getting them, and since I mostly had not-great bosses, the reviews themselves were also pretty flawed. Lots of negative feedback that came out of left field, and the worst bosses weren’t able to give me examples of the things they complained about. The better ones…
DetailsWas last month a whirlwind for you like it was for me? January is usually one of my busiest times, which is lots of fun but it also means that I tend to let a few things slide. Weirdly, I also often let things slide in August, which is typically one of my least-busy…
DetailsWe all make mistakes, but the ones we make at work can feel especially crummy. How can you be kind to yourself when these things happen? First, listen to your thoughts, and take note of when you become critical or harsh with yourself. A friend of mine talks about that negative inner voice as the…
DetailsIf you’re looking for a new role because you’re not happy in your current one, scheduling interviews can get awkward! If your employer doesn’t know you’re looking for something new, how can you get time off for interviews? Mostly this depends on the format of the interview. For a first-round screening, you’ll probably only need about…
DetailsFor many people, the start of the year is a time for changes and new beginnings. I was never good at making resolutions, and have joked in the past that my last one was to stop making resolutions—the only one I ever followed through on. But that said, I do think this is a…
DetailsLeaping into the new year Happy 2023! In Japan, the Year of the Rabbit started January 1. People born in Rabbit years are said to be vigilant, witty, quick-minded, and ingenious. In the Chinese zodiac, the year starts January 22 this time around (the calendar is lunar, so the date changes) and is supposed…
DetailsI’ll be taking my annual holiday time away, and I hope you are getting some time to rest and refuel as well. I will be away from email from December 23-January 3. Happy year of the Rabbit! (The lunar new year in January 22 this year, but in Japan, which is my heritage, the Rabbit…
DetailsThe holidays can be a great time to rest, relax, and refresh for the new year, but if you’re between jobs, they can also be really stressful!