If you manage actual humans, you’ll most likely run into a person who believes that whenever something doesn’t go their way it’s because of discrimination. Here’s some help to manage them. Managing the Complainers Before They Sue For Discrimination
Dear Evil HR Lady, A young lady I work with is very involved in her church and likes to talk about her beliefs and all the other things that come along with her particular flavor of worship. While I don’t mind her talking about 90% of what she
Dear Evil HR Lady, Our organization has lost several talented people. They are dissatisfied because of disparities in salaries and poor work environment. What should we do? I think you should stop aiming for perfection and go for good enough. Is Perfectionism Killing Your Business Plans?
People text, e-mail, surf the web and even, watch videos (presumably with the sound off) during meetings. So, the question is, if everyone is doing it, should you bring your little SmartPhone… Blackberries, iPhones and Androids: Do SmartPhones Belong in Meetings?
Just because you’ve had a big setback doesn’t mean your career has to be over. Meet seven people who bounced back after making spectacular mistakes, and learn how you can, too.Seven Spectacular Career Comebacks
Dear Evil HR Lady, My immediate manager feels betrayed/jealous because I applied for another position within my company. I just received news that she badmouthed me and lied about my performance when they called to ask about me. One of my coworkers overheard her on the phone, because
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
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