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How to Beat Workplace Bullies
By: CareerCast.com
Do you have a sinking feeling that people are talking about you behind your back at work and making you look bad to your boss? If so, you are probably right. Workplace bullies are more common than people want to believe, and a majority of people experience workplace bullying firsthand at some point during their careers. You may be a victim of bullying and not even realize it.
In the workplace, bullies undermine your productivity, self-esteem and the integrity of the company. By keeping bullies in check, you can benefit your company as well as yourself. Learning how to deal with a bully in the workplace and understanding your options is important to find resolve. And if worse comes to worst, you can always pack your bags and find a new job
Read MorePerception of Your Work Lingers Longer Than Actions
By: Anita Bruzzese / Gannett
If you think you’ll be recognized at work or garner a promotion just because you work hard, you need to get a clue.
While you may believe you’re a diligent worker and deserve to be rewarded, others may not perceive you the same way. And it’s others’ perception of you that will determine your success, says Joel A. Garfinkle, a career coach.
“Perception is important, because how people view you and how their minds get made up about who you are directly impacts your career,” he says. “Everyone gets to the point in their career where you can’t just expect to be noticed for what you do.”...
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How to Say No To Your Boss
By: CareerCast.com
Just as there are many ways to skin a cat, according to the old saying, there are an equal number of ways in which to say no. When it’s your boss you want to say it to, it’s a little trickier, but that doesn’t mean you have to bite your tongue and take whatever he (or she!) dishes out for fear of losing your job or doing harm to your career. Finding a method of moderating your refusal can help to make your pronouncement a little gentler, and combining it with a logical reason and options may make it easier to accept.
Read More7 Jobs Where You Might Meet a Mate
By: CareerCast.com
Let’s face it: There simply isn’t a better place to meet that bright-eyed love of your life than the place where you spend most of your waking hours: at work. And as a general rule, being at work is a time when you’re showered (hopefully), you’ve already dressed to impress and you’re ready to make a good impression. What other daily event is there where you go the full nine yards to look good other than for work?
The result is that workplace dating, and even finding love at work, can truly be everything you hope. To boost your chances to find love, it also helps if you have a job where you interact with lots of people. That means that some jobs are much better than others for meeting a mate.
Let’s take a look at some great jobs to potentially meet your future spouse:
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Excellent Work and Communication Equals Success
By: Taunee Besson, CMF, CareerCast.com Senior Columnist
Question: I don’t know what happened. I just finished managing a project that has occupied most of my days for the last 18 months. My project was on time and within budget and I expected a lot of kudos, probably a raise or even a promotion. None were forthcoming. What did I do wrong?
Answer: Recently I had lunch with a mystified MIS Director who had done exactly what her CEO wanted. She'd installed state-of-the-art systems throughout the company. When the president asked her to resign because of philosophical differences, she couldn't understand what happened. Hadn't she delivered on his executive mandate?
Read MoreIs a Bad Boss A Good Reason to Quit Your Job?
By: Paul A. Greenberg
It should come as no surprise to you that many Americans claim to hate their jobs. A 2010 survey by the Conference Board research group showed that only 45 percent of Americans are satisfied with their jobs. A good number of unhappy workers report dissatisfaction with their direct supervisor. This often stems from a boss who is verbally abusive, or one who fails to properly communicate with or manage employees. Often it is simply a matter of two personalities that simply do not work well together.
If you are considering leaving your job because of your relationship with your boss, there are a number of factors you should consider first. Disliking your boss may be the worst reason to quit...
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