Quitter’s Remorse: I need to admit the truth
The true story “I need to admit the truth,” the caller said. “I quit a perfectly good job and landed … Continue reading Quitter’s Remorse: I need to admit the truth
Category: Coaching
Zoom Hiders: What Does It Cost Them?
Question: Although mandatory manager meetings at my company bore me to tears, I show up on time so my attendance … Continue reading Zoom Hiders: What Does It Cost Them?
My Supervisor Doesn’t Have a Life
Question: I work for a recently divorced supervisor who doesn’t have a life. Every evening and all weekend long he … Continue reading My Supervisor Doesn’t Have a Life
Career Trapeze or What Have I Done?
You expect to feel angry when fired from a job you enjoy. You expect to feel scared when laid off … Continue reading Career Trapeze or What Have I Done?
Caregiver Wipeout: Caught in a Vise Between My Employer’s Expectations and My Family’s Needs
Question: Since our schools no longer require masks, my husband and I decided to homeschool our youngest child. My … Continue reading Caregiver Wipeout: Caught in a Vise Between My Employer’s Expectations and My Family’s Needs
5 Statements Never to Make to a Bully
Bullies watch you for tells to see if you’ll be an easy target. They hope you’ll make a mistake so … Continue reading 5 Statements Never to Make to a Bully
Negotiating a Raise with a Manager You Don’t Trust
Question: I want a raise and better benefits. I know if I job hunt, I’ll find an employer who’ll pay … Continue reading Negotiating a Raise with a Manager You Don’t Trust
Procrastination Blues: 5 Strategies for Saying Goodbye Forever to the Procrastination Blues
The report’s good, but not good enough. You should have started it a week ago, but put it off. Friday … Continue reading Procrastination Blues: 5 Strategies for Saying Goodbye Forever to the Procrastination Blues
Restoring Trust in the Workplace:
4 Concrete Steps Every Employee Can Take to Build Genuine, Lasting Trust Send trust, no excuses, accountability, get personal When … Continue reading Restoring Trust in the Workplace:
Is It Time You Acted?
Question: Last week, two employees who work for another supervisor came to me for help. Their supervisor, “Mitch,” has a … Continue reading Is It Time You Acted?