Listen you all... this is important. Emails are hard-copied versions of words that once sent, cannot be taken back. This is critical to remember, whenever you send an email. However, it is super critical when the email is work related or sent from your employer's email account.
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Like it or not, most offices are full of some type of politics. Even non-traditional offices like a school for example, still require that you play the diplomat in political 'games'. In my opinion, office politics is a rather disdainful term for savvy networking.
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One complaint I've heard from several friends recently revolves around the dreaded office cubicle. Between lack of privacy and the feeling that you do not have your own personal space at work, cubicles can create a cramped and uncomfortable workday.
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I just lived through an experience I have never had to live through before, and hope to never have to live through again. I worked for a small company (there were only six of us in the office, including the two part timers) with big drama.
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Thanksgiving is officially over so now it's officially time to start preparing for your (or your spouses') company holiday party. In previous blogs I shared with you the results of a new study that showed more companies will be spending more money on this year's holiday parties.
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Prior to becoming a work-at-home-mom I worked as a news reporter at various television stations around the nation. I enjoyed my job and the opportunities that it afforded me. What's more, I liked the people I worked with.
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Have you received the invitation to your company's Christmas party yet? A recent survey shows that if you haven't received one yet, it will likely happen soon. The survey of human resource executives found that 79% of companies will be planning a holiday party this year.
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In my previous blog: "Making Friends At Work---Helpful or Harmful?" I discussed the issue of whether it's smarter to keep your personal and professional lives separate or to seek out friendships at your place of employment.
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I've done news stories on office romances and whether or not they're a good idea, but today I heard an interesting discussion on the radio as to what role friendships should play in the workplace?
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