In the workplace, nothing is more dreadful than having to sit with an employee and pull them up when they are falling short in one way or another. Having difficult conversations with the team is just that, difficult. It is a skill that all leaders have to master though, because at some point an issue … Continue reading The art of having difficult conversations
There's an alarming trend that seems to be happening for a long time now. I like to call it "vacation shaming". Compensation comprises not only salary, but the other benefits paid to employees for their services including access to group insurance, allowances and paid time off. Paid time off is standard nowadays and includes but … Continue reading Vacation shaming
At one point or another, we all have evaluated our careers or thought about getting another job. Sometimes we have the unfortunate experience of being forced to get another job due to redundancy or other issues. Whatever the reason, when that happens we have to dust ourselves off and figure out how to get back … Continue reading Tips for job seekers
As an HR professional, I sometimes feel like we are the most hated members of an organization. We have to keep order and make sure things are done according to company policy. That means that we may sometimes have to deny our colleagues' requests or be forced to sit in disciplinary meetings. That is part … Continue reading Stick to your guns!
Do you feel like working with people is a chore or you don't need anyone's help? Have you ever been in a bind but were too caught up, embarrassed or stuck up to ask for assistance? Working in teams can be so rewarding and you should give it a shot where appropriate because: It helps … Continue reading The power of teamwork
The other day I thought about a time where I was faced with a major problem at the office, for which a solution had to be presented before the end of that week. I was trying to figure it out on my own, but time was running out and I wasn't anywhere close to coming … Continue reading Balancing personalities
You have been putting in the work. Producing stellar presentations, logging long hours and just being an overall exemplary employee. The position you want opens up and you expect that you are going to get it. But it doesn't happen. You wonder why since you have been doing so well and your boss has said … Continue reading I want my promotion!
There are points in your career where you feel stuck. You may have gotten into a work routine that has become mundane. Or you just feel like you cannot gain any additional professional development with your current employer. Some of us may be able to jump ship and move on, but for most of us, … Continue reading Stuck in a rut.
The end of the year is fast approaching - and we all could use a fresh start. In the interim as we begin a new month, it is an opportunity to reflect, do things differently and improve ourselves. By now all of us have had to get back to full time work. It certainly has … Continue reading May this be a November to remember!
Everyday life is about making decisions. What do I eat for breakfast? What am I going to wear to work? Which route should I take to work to get there fastest? We make decisions all day. At work is of course no different, but we tend to feel more concerned about the decisions we make … Continue reading Making the best decisions you can
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