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
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?
