We could argue about the definition of ‘progressive,’ but for this one let’s just say that fitting in is important. (See the ‘policy’ items above.) If you want to get fired as a teacher, push back and stand out and rail against the Draconian authority of the district that still ...
You might be without realizing it. If you come across as highly negative, as a complainer, or as a low performer, your reputation will land you on the metaphorical employee black list. You might not get fired immediately, but you’ll be paving a path to getting fired in the future. 10...
There's nothing good about being fired. It can be a dark moment in a person's life when they get fired, as they’re losing a source of income and stability. Remember that you are delivering news that may potentially devastate someone. You are doing what is best for your company, but ...
I once had an ex-employee tell me that “I would rather be fired by you than anyone”. I’m not sure I want to be famous for that but you get the picture. Bottom line is treat these folks like you would want to be treated. You have no idea where they are mentally. If not don...
So, get off your rear ends and all of you who are helping each other look for new jobs, instead help the HR person know what is going on. I know you want to make sure you do it the "right" way. This desire for the perfect, risk free solution where bad manager goes away and ev...
t need you for pleasure. Or there may be judgments on the type of pornography you watch to get off, which brings more shame and judgment. Honestly, it’s taboo because so many have been conditioned to think it’s wrong when in truth, it is a very important part of your sexual ...
Because if enough people do it, we can change society's definition of success away from the moronically simplistic notion that the person with the most money when he dies wins, to a more thoughtful and balanced definition of what a life well lived looks like. And that, I think, is an ...
9 Tips to Balance Your Life as a Working Mom When it feels like work and family responsibilities are all too much, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Here are nine ways to balance your life as a working mom and achieve your goals.
Your help desk should allow you toautomate using the customer’s name. Just be sure to get it right — use the name they use. Sérgio is Sérgio, not Sergio. Katie is Katie, not Kate. If you don’t have the person’s name, go with a friendly, generic greeting: “Hey the...
If someone does something bad to you (e.g., cuts you down at a meeting or spreads unfair rumors about you in an attempt to torpedo your career), take it up with that particular person first. Do not take it out on everyone else by lashing out at people who need information from you...