The rise of open offices has triggered a sort of “open office” revolution for a humongous amount of workplaces across the country - it feels like the death of the cubicle! The rise in the use of open offices makes sense, though, since it’s easier for people to think in open areas, easier for them to communicate, and it saves money on office furniture (like partitions). … [Read more...] about Open Offices & Open Workplace Etiquette
5 Phone Interview Tips to Get That Job
Learning about different phone interview tips is just as much understanding the interview process, as it is understanding the phone interview process. Everyone loves landing an interview because it means that your resume (and other credentials) left enough of an impression that someone liked you - they really liked you! … [Read more...] about 5 Phone Interview Tips to Get That Job
Who Are Stakeholders and What They Mean to You
Everybody has heard the term but who are stakeholders? Stakeholders seems like one of those “business terms” that everybody throws around, without knowing what the heck they're talking about. Finding a way to define stakeholders isn’t easy because the definition is vague in and of itself. But, let’s try to explore what a stakeholder is, and how it could be affecting you more than you might think. … [Read more...] about Who Are Stakeholders and What They Mean to You
Performance Review for Employees: Nail Your First Review!
A performance review for employees is often a dreaded part of any workplace, but it's a rite of passage! If you've been working somewhere for six months, or for a year, you're going to have to be evaluated on your performance at some point. A performance review is a good chance to look back and to look ahead. … [Read more...] about Performance Review for Employees: Nail Your First Review!
Hosting a Friendsgiving at Work
A Friendsgiving at work? The first thing you might be asking yourself has to be: what the heck is a "Friendsgiving"? We all know Thanksgiving as the time for families to get together, fill their bellies and enjoy one another's company - but what about your friends? Friendsgiving is an opportunity to get together with your pals, stuff yourselves full and thank one another for putting up with your hijinks and shenanigans from the previous year. You can even assemble around the conference room table and play some fun Friendsgiving games. … [Read more...] about Hosting a Friendsgiving at Work
How to Relax Before Bed and Sleep Like a Baby Before a Big Day
Remember that old saying? Learn how to relax before bed, and you’ll sleep like the dead! If there’s a big day on the horizon, you’re definitely going to want to find out how you can sleep like a baby. Whether it’s a big job interview, first day at a new job, or the night before a stressful presentation - getting your beauty sleep is going to ensure that you do well the next day. … [Read more...] about How to Relax Before Bed and Sleep Like a Baby Before a Big Day
Help! I Work With Indecisive People
Whether you’re working with them or working for them, indecisive people can be a real problem in the workplace. It’s not “polite” to yell “MAKE A DECISION” directly in someone’s face in this day and age, so we need to handle things more strategically. If it’s time to hit the panic button when it comes to working with people who can’t make a decision, this is the article for you. … [Read more...] about Help! I Work With Indecisive People
Feel Confident: 10 Tips to Build Confidence at Work
Do you want to feel confident when you do your job? Of course you do! Everyone should have self-confidence while they’re at work, so learning how to build self-esteem is actually an essential aspect of your professional life. Having confidence is key, not only to feel good but to get the job you’re being paid to do done — after all, it’s called ‘employee of the month,’ not ‘self-doubter of the month.’ … [Read more...] about Feel Confident: 10 Tips to Build Confidence at Work
4 Ways to Cope With a Micromanager at Work
Chances are you know a micromanager. The kind of person who comes lurking over your shoulder to lay their eyes on your computer screen. “How’s the report/presentation/spreadsheet coming?” There you have it, the dreaded micromanager. Characteristics of a micromanager include a person who is so incredibly interested in what you’re doing, you’re not even sure they have the time to complete their own tasks. It’s like they’ve been hired to keep tabs on every last thing you’re doing at work! Don’t fret too much though, as there are plenty of ways to handle a micromanager. But let’s cover the basics… … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Cope With a Micromanager at Work
5 Tips for Becoming a Better Listener
Becoming a better listener isn’t hard, especially when you have the right tools. In fact, becoming an active listener and improving on your poor listening skills is bound to help you advance in your career. You see, it's the good listeners who reap all of the rewards. They are the people who pay attention, who ask the right questions and who get the boss' attention. They are good listeners, so they make their supervisors (and those they supervise) feel heard and appreciated. Most importantly, they are liked for being good listeners. … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Becoming a Better Listener