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Careers
fromSlate Magazine
13 hours ago

My Friend Helped Me Get Work When I Needed It. I Hate What I'm About to Do to Him.

Accept the full-time job offer despite feeling guilty about your friend Barry who referred you, as career opportunities are scarce and you should prioritize your own employment needs.
European startups
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

McKinsey's newest partners share their best advice for climbing the ranks at the consulting firm

McKinsey's 2023 partner class of 224 represents a significant decline from pandemic-era promotions, with successful partners emphasizing specialized expertise, relationship-building, and senior sponsorship as key advancement factors.
Relationships
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Networking Got Me Nowhere. Here's the Smarter Alternative.

Prioritize genuine curiosity and interest in others over self-promotion; authentic relationships built on honest conversations yield greater professional and personal returns than superficial networking interactions.
#workplace-dynamics
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Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How You Can Learn to Say No Without Feeling Guilty Later

Decline offers that don't align with personal goals or priorities; use polite refusals like 'not now' and offer sincere well-wishes to preserve relationships.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Adversaries Can Make Great Referral Sources - Above the Law

Maintaining respectful relationships with adversaries can yield referrals and improve outcomes, but attorneys must ensure referrals don't compromise ongoing representations.
Marketing
fromHarvard Business Review
1 month ago

Weave Mentorship into the Fabric of Your Organization

Maria Tsierkezos became Global Head of Partnership and Portfolio Marketing at BT Business after a pivotal, career-defining conversation during her 15-year tenure.
#workplace-boundaries
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Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I quit a stable job at Microsoft at age 45 to try something new. I'm happy I took the risk and left on good terms.

Leaving Microsoft to cofound Nerdio emphasized maintaining strong professional relationships, careful financial planning, and finding fulfillment through building a company and learning from failures.
#networking
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Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
7 months ago

I Monitor the Security Cameras at Work. I Just Saw Something I Definitely Shouldn't Have.

Stay out of workplace drama involving personal relationships, especially if the situation could lead to unwarranted embarrassment.
#workplace-etiquette
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
7 months ago

How corporate events help build stronger business relationships - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Corporate events create lasting bonds that go beyond the typical transactional exchanges of day-to-day working life, paving the way for greater corporate success.
Relationships
Business
fromFast Company
8 months ago

What should you do if you get caught lying to your boss?

Dishonesty at work jeopardizes professional relationships and credibility, particularly with superiors.
Retirement
fromFast Company
10 months ago

Here's the best way to quit your job without burning bridges

Job changes are frequent, averaging every two years and nine months; maintaining professional relationships is crucial.
Fashion & style
fromwww.nytimes.com
10 months ago

How to Nail Spring Business Casual for Your Next Work Outing

Office outings challenge employees to balance their professional identity with a more casual environment, complicating choices around appropriate attire.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
10 months ago

I Ran For School Board to Oppose Our Superintendent. We Got Along, Against All Odds.

COVID-19 catalyzed a turning point in the conflicted relationship between two Tulsa school officials, leading to mutual understanding and collaboration.
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