Many career experts believe that your first 90 days on the job are the most important to set the tone and become a trusted voice. So how can you make sure you get off on the right foot? A little bit of planning will show your new colleagues that you’re a rock star. It’s important…
DetailsOn Tuesday we talked about working with someone who had poor boundaries, but what can you do if someone you work with is simply a jerk? Unfortunately, this is a much more difficult situation, in large part because the other person is quite possibly not even well-meaning. So the first thing to do is simply…
DetailsNow that you’re in the habit of emailing your supervisor after each meeting the two of you have, let’s take managing your manager to the next level. Step 2 of this project is going to be your weekly report. (Yes, I know, again it’s more work for you! I’m sorry. Some people just really suck…
DetailsHave you ever had a supervisor whose communication skills made things… difficult? Alas, I have, and I can tell you that it’s no dang picnic. Fortunately, there are some things that you can do to make a challenging relationship like that a little easier. Unfortunately, that does usually mean more work for you, but I…
DetailsOf the complaints levied against Millennials, one of the most persistent one is that they need constant praise. So let’s tackle that first, with science! First off, according to a 2016 Gallup study, only 19% of Gen Y workers get regular feedback, but there they are, adulting along with the rest of us. Second, as…
DetailsAre Millennials really that bad? In 2013, Time magazine called Millennials the “me, me, me generation,” and cited studies that seem to indicate that these young ‘uns are more narcissistic and entitled than any previous generation. When you simply say the word “millennial,” people respond with things like “disloyal” and “special snowflake.” Well, I’m a…
DetailsLBGTQI+ discrimination is still a very real issue in 2019, so what can you do if you have been discriminated against because of your sexual orientation or gender identity? The good news is that some of those 26 states with weak antidiscrimination laws states are under federal circuits that interpret existing gender discrimination laws to…
DetailsIf you identify as LGBTQI+, the world of work can be even more daunting and complex than otherwise. What are your rights at work? Unfortunately, there’s no clear answer to that question. Your legal protections vary by state and type of employer. As of this writing, there are still 26 states that offer no explicit…
DetailsAccording to Grammarist, a vocation is a calling, an occupation, or a large undertaking for which one is especially suited. It can be roughly synonymous with career or profession, though vocation connotes a seriousness or a commitment that these words don’t always bear. Keep reading at shorturl.at/nqvwT An avocation is something done in addition to one’s…
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