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My boss asked for feedback and I told the truth. Big mistake. What now?
Career, Coaching, Office politics, Personal growth, Professional growth

My boss asked for feedback and I told the truth. Big mistake. What now?

Question: After my boss made a presentation to staff that fell flat, he came into my office, closed the door, … Continue reading My boss asked for feedback and I told the truth. Big mistake. What now?

My Boss Refuses to Wear a Face Mask
COVID-19, HR/Human Resources & Operations, Legal aspects of management

My Boss Refuses to Wear a Face Mask

Question: In past weeks, it’s just been four or five us in the office. Two of us wear masks when … Continue reading My Boss Refuses to Wear a Face Mask

We Don’t Want to Quit Over Our Manager’s Gross Habit, Can You Help?
Coaching, Office politics

We Don’t Want to Quit Over Our Manager’s Gross Habit, Can You Help?

Question: If it wasn’t so petty and disgusting, this would be funny. Our small company has one restroom. A lock … Continue reading We Don’t Want to Quit Over Our Manager’s Gross Habit, Can You Help?

Your Supervisor Wants to Squash You?: What Part of The Problem Do You Own?
Career, Office politics, Personal growth, Professional growth

Your Supervisor Wants to Squash You?: What Part of The Problem Do You Own?

Question: Normally, my new employer’s office manager hires and supervises administrative assistants, but she was on a cruise in March … Continue reading Your Supervisor Wants to Squash You?: What Part of The Problem Do You Own?

Supervisor asks me to rat out my coworker
Career, Office politics, Professional growth

Supervisor asks me to rat out my coworker

Question: “Stacey” and I share an office. She constantly complains about our supervisor, the amount of work he gives her … Continue reading Supervisor asks me to rat out my coworker

What Do I Do If My Boss is a Functional Alcoholic?
Business, Coaching, HR/Human Resources & Operations, Management/supervision, Professional growth

What Do I Do If My Boss is a Functional Alcoholic?

Question: I work for a small, growing company run by a charismatic CEO. He gets more done in a day … Continue reading What Do I Do If My Boss is a Functional Alcoholic?

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