You probably can’t stop your boss from firing you, but you can negotiate the terms of your dismissal.Your Employer Wants You to “Resign”: How to Fight Back
Month: November 2010
Your company has not been nice ever since the economy started to go south. In fact, their general attitude is that you should just suck it up because at least you have a job. Here are 5 things you can do to make it more tolerable. Five Ways
So, I’ve written about workplace bullies before. (My HR Department Bullies Employees, Workplace Bullies, and Bully Boss.) But, nothing, and I mean nothing compares to this This American Life episode: Petty Tyrant. Here’s their description: In Schenectady, NY, a school maintenance man named Steve Raucci works his way
Dear Evil HR Lady, I have several recommendations from co-workers listed on my LinkedIn profile. As I’m currently shopping my resume, I’m assuming that they are being contacted by recruiters to verify employment and dig for any issues. It would explain some of the recent resentment I’m experiencing
The Paycheck Fairness Act didn’t muster enough votes to make it to the floor of the Senate. I, for one am thrilled. Here’s why this was bad legislation in the first place. Paycheck Fairness Act: Good Riddance
You haven’t had a promised raise and the company still isn’t performing at high levels, can you ask for a raise? A better question–Should you ask for a raise? Is It Time To Ask For a Raise?
Please allow me to set the stage for you. Following a DUI offence, an employee is required to operate a vehicle that has an IID (ignition interlock device) installed, as required by the state (DMV), and at this time the corporation is not privy to this information. The
Have you ever made a big mistake? A career ending one? Don’t be so sure. Others have resurrected their careers and you can too. Here are 5 things to think about. 5 Ways to Resurrect Your Career
I work from home, so my dress code is whatever I darn well want it to be. You, however, may need a dress code or you’ll get people showing up to work in Daisy Duke Shorts. (Ask me how I know this. Okay,I’m exaggerating. I’ve never had someone
Dear Evil HR Lady, If problems keep occurring among team members, (whether it is personalities, ages, nationalities, communication or work styles), who is best able to identify, address, and formulate solutions? Should conflict resolution be addressed by the manager or by members of the work team? What behaviors