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fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Dear Abby: I leave work in tears because my new co-workers nitpick everything I do

In any new environment, acceptance can take time. Adjustments in dynamics and workflows require patience and understanding from both the newcomer and existing team members.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Husband and I Just Discovered a New, Exhilarating Way to Have Sex. It Could Get Us in Big Trouble.

Sexual activity in one's workspace is typically a fireable offense in almost every employment context. If you are independently wealthy, then go for it!
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Miss Manners: All the co-workers get a party, except me

A 20-year oversight led to a birthday omission from workplace celebrations, likely due to a record-keeping error rather than intentional exclusion.
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The subtle art of correcting your boss

Managing upward involves influencing decisions of superiors and correcting mistakes or false impressions regarding senior roles, requiring finesse depending on individual and company culture.
Careers
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Employer Risk Alert: Workplace Relationships (The Coldplay Kisscam Affair) | amNewYork

Understanding workplace relationships and the legal implications of sexual harassment is essential for protecting both employees and employers.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Dear Vicki: 'We have a Coldplay concert situation in our office. What should I do about it?'

The ongoing situation in the tech company mirrors the recent controversy involving the Coldplay concert, highlighting the ramifications of personal relationships within a professional setting.
Business
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Dear Abby: My co-worker thinks I'm mad at him. In reality, I have a raging crush.

Developing a crush on a co-worker can be distracting and inappropriate, especially when both individuals are married. It's important to maintain professionalism in the workplace. Keeping emotional distance can prevent complications in a career.
Relationships
E-Commerce
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Astronomer CEO, HR chief face professional downfall' over Coldplay scandal: report

Executives Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot face potential job loss after being caught on camera in a compromising situation at a Coldplay concert.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

An HR crisis is taking the internet by storm and there could be 'severe consequences for the company's culture'

An embrace between CEO Andy Byron and chief people officer Kristin Cabot at a Coldplay concert sparked rumors and public backlash online.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Are they having an affair' or just shy? The couple caught on Coldplay's kiss cam

Footage from a Coldplay concert captured a couple in surprise as their image appeared on the big screen, leading to viral reactions online.
Boston
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When Your Boss Is a Show-Off

Bosses who show off have the track record to support their obnoxious behavior.
Employees can learn both what to do and what not to do from their bosses.
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Cleaner 'murdered co-worker in London office block before dumping body in Hampshire'

A cleaner is accused of murdering his colleague and lover, Yajaira Castro Mendez, in London before disposing of her body in Hampshire.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 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.
Books
fromKqed
2 months ago

'The Emperor of Gladness' Is a Beautiful Novel About Hard Work and Found Family

The novel explores the themes of caregiving and the bonds formed through shared struggles in life and work.
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Three C's of Meaningful Work

Meaningful work is driven by community, contribution, and challenge.
Leaders significantly influence employees' sense of meaning at work.
Meaning is a driving factor for employee outcomes.
Personal connections enhance workplace engagement.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Drafting a work email? Don't make these 7 mistakes, according to an etiquette expert

"A well-crafted subject line can determine whether your email gets opened or ignored. It needs to be short, simple, and specific to ensure clarity."
Media industry
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

What Happens When Teams Never Move Past Acquaintances

Weak social ties lead to increased burnout and miscommunication.
People often say 'yes' to acquaintances but not close colleagues.
The 'acquaintance trap' makes work relationships harder.
Stronger connections improve collaboration and reduce busywork.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Hidden Harm of "Be Grateful" and Weaponized Gratitude

Gratitude, often celebrated for its positive effects, can become weaponized, manipulating thankfulness to silence valid concerns and uphold unhealthy power dynamics.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Dear Abby: Her air freshener habit has led to an unexpected problem

If the oil from her air fresheners is transferring to the treats your co-worker brings, someone needs to discreetly take her aside and speak up.
Parenting
fromHarvard Business Review
3 months ago

The Conversations You Should Be Having with Your Manager

Managing up is navigating your relationships with people that have more positional power than you. It's no longer just ingratiating yourself to your manager.
Mental health
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I'm Gen X and made a Gen Z friend at work. She taught me the value of having younger friends.

Younger colleagues bring valuable energy and collaboration opportunities that can enrich the work experience.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How Our History Can Affect Our Jobs

Childhood trauma profoundly impacts professional interactions and competence perceptions.
Self-awareness is crucial for breaking unhealthy behavioral patterns in the workplace.
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