If you’re thinking, “I feel like I don’t connect with anyone anymore,” you’re not the only one. According to statistics, people around the world are increasingly becoming lonelier. This is especially the case, apparently, in richer countries. There are many…
Let’s face it; being deliberately excluded by other people in any capacity hurts. It can cause low morale and decreased performance when you are deliberately excluded at work. The comforting truth is that you’re not alone, and there are some methods…
My boss talks about me to other employees. How many times have you laid awake at night, trying to figure out how to address this issue? It’s your boss, not a co-worker, so it requires a delicate approach. No matter how…
You spend much of your week at work, not only doing your assigned tasks but engaging with colleagues. In the process, you often confront negativity, disappointment and frustrations. It is important to learn how to motivate peers at work so your workplace…
“I just want to speak to a real human!” Customers dread that long moment of silence as a distant representative tries to solve their problems while they wait. A little small talk may go a long way to building bridges…
Networking can be challenging at the best of times, especially when it comes to networking with senior executives. It’s quite natural to feel a bit apprehensive about approaching senior executives at your company and trying to forge relationships with them.…
As the old saying goes, “More hands are better than one.” Teamwork has become a buzzword in the workplace, and for good reason. Collaboration, more often than not, yields far better results than solo work. Team members have different strengths…
Everyone has a job to do in your office, but sometimes you find it difficult with a coworker always asking for help. They can distract you, add stress to your day and leave you feeling uncooperative when you are busy. You…
In the workplace, it’s important to be polite and use proper language. One phrase I have always found confusing is “Yes will do.” This phrase can have multiple meanings, such as “I agree to do this” or “I will do…
Everyone understands the importance of maintaining a good relationship with your boss at work. Sometimes if you’ve been working for your boss for a long time or something happens at work, you might think “My boss has changed towards me”…