#professional-boundaries

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Relationships
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Asking for a friend: My ex took our break-up badly and now he's started working for the same company. How will we manage to work together with this history?

Encountering an ex at work will likely cause awkwardness; prepare for initial discomfort and maintain professional boundaries while time eases tension.
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How to handle a lazy coworker-who's also your friend

We spend so much time at work, it's natural that we strike up friendships with colleagues. It's common, and research shows it's even good for your career and happiness. But what happens when your office pal's performance drags the team down, causes inefficiencies, or more work for you? How do you bring it up . . . and should you? It's a tricky needle to thread, but experts provide tips for fielding these potentially awkward conversations with your office ride-or-die.
Relationships
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Some Great - If Obvious - Advice For The Biglaw Biter - Above the Law

Don't bite anyone at work ever again! It's a form of assault, and the fact that she thought it was OK says she probably needs some serious remedial education in how to relate to people at work.
Law
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

Research: The Best Ways to Connect with Colleagues Outside of Work

Connecting with colleagues outside of work can be a swift means of creating more personalized relationships and stronger bonds. Studies show that connecting outside of work can help leaders and employees thrive in their work and improve team performance.
Relationships
Fundraising
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Have an Approach to Business Meetings That Might Be Deeply Off-Putting. I Can't Help It!

Navigating personal inquiries in professional settings can be challenging, especially when boundaries are tested.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

I Get Along Very Well With My Work Friend. But She's Made a Request I Really Don't Think I Can Accept.

Separating professional relationships from friendships is crucial when building a new team.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

It's hard to say 'no' at work. Etiquette experts told us how to get better at it.

Etiquette expert Lizzie Post emphasized that many people struggle to say no at work, leading to job creep and overwhelming responsibilities.
Parenting
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

My Boss Messes Up in the Same Way at Every Company Event. Then I'm Tasked With Cleaning Up the Aftermath.

Addressing a colleague's alcohol problem at work is difficult but necessary for workplace safety and integrity.
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

Why I Stopped Trying to Be Friends With My Employees | Entrepreneur

Employees are not your friends; maintaining authority while being supportive is crucial in leadership.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Do You Have a Good Therapeutic Relationship?

Trust and safety are essential for effective therapy.
Therapists should maintain professional boundaries to foster a strong therapeutic relationship.
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