Category: Office Life
Why You Need A Tax Attorney
Most people dream of a new job with a higher salary but want to avoid some of the headaches. While there are a number of great things about accepting a promotion or a job, there are some bad things that we may wish to avoid. Greater responsibility is a majorRead More
How to Avoid Office Conflict
Have you ever had to manage conflict at a job? When I was eighteen and fresh out of high school, I was offered my first job in which interacting with coworkers was a requirement. I didn’t have much of anything to compare the experience to, but I sensed early onRead More
Introverts: 6 Ways to Find Your Niche in the Office
It’s the same story everywhere you work: You can’t think on the fly during meetings or jump in during call-it-out brainstorming sessions. You feel drained after office events that involve being around a lot of people, no matter how nice they are. And you’re always pegged as the quiet one.Read More
5 Tips for Creating Trust at Work
Trust is probably the most important aspect of creating a harmonious and efficient workforce. If employees feel secure and trust you and your company, they will work to ensure it thrives. There are two stages to success: creating trust and maintaining it. These must be established through example, with theRead More
How to Deal with a Micromanager
At first you thought they were just being very responsible. Later you may have dubbed them “nitpicky.” Until finally you realized that the perfect word for them is “micromanager,” and it’s definitely not a compliment. Working with a micromanager can be extremely stressful and frustrating. The act of micromanaging usuallyRead More
Office Bullying Guide: 5 Tips for Managers
It’s scary but true. A recent report by a law firm has revealed one-third of employees have been bullied in the workplace. The repercussions are huge. While a third of those affected say they did nothing for fear of losing their job or hurting their career prospects, a large numberRead More
5 of the Best Office Designs for Productivity
On the hunt for higher productivity levels, some businesses resort to superficial incentive schemes, enforced overtime and an oppressive approach to team management. These extreme measures can do more harm than good in the long run — especially when the secret to eternal motivation is right in front of you:Read More
5 Ways to Talk Politics at Work
“Don’t hug a boa constrictor” is absolutely good advice that you should always take. “Pull the rip cord” is also solid guidance. “Don’t talk politics at work” is pretty good advice in some ways. Yet, democratic nations pride themselves on affording freedoms, including the freedom to express oneself. Having andRead More