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A good manager will have a discussion with the entire team about how that is not acceptable behavior and won’t be tolerated. What can you do if you’re a manager? If you’re in a management position, it’s a great idea to being your team together and discuss the topic of gossip. MORE
A newly-hired manager is telling salaried employees that they have to work 45 hours a week, take designated lunch breaks and set daily hours. Employees are coming to me, an HR manager, with their concerns, but the manager won’t budge. To read my answer, click here: Can a New Manager Require Exempt Employees to Clock In? The post Can a New Manager Require Exempt Employees to Clock In? MORE
“I couldn't miss the chance to fix something I could see wasn't working.”. Ever come across an opportunity too enticing to turn down? Zarja Cibej loved her job, but the lure of a problem in a crucial market, and the solution she could create to solve it, was simply too appealing to pass by. MORE
Soon afterward, HR summoned the entire department for a mandatory meeting where our boss’s manager and the top HR manager yelled and reprimanded us. My question is: do we have any recourse for this treatment by HR and upper management? To read my answer, click here: Our Manager Appeases Bullies. The post Our Manager Appeases Bullies. Recently, my colleague and I carefully documented and reported acts of long-term bullying by two of our coworkers. MORE
The best attribute the video feature offer job seekers are to show potential employers, hiring managers, and recruiters your personality. Grab my updated “118 Job Search Tips for the Modern Job Search in 2018” here. MORE
Here’s how you can land your own remote job in 2018: 1. The top skills remote employers seek include digital communication skills, self-motivation, time management and focus, and ease with technology. More people are working from home than ever before. 43% of U.S. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 22-23, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. MORE
But administration, management or customer service can also be well-paid and satisfactory. (I’m Chances are, right now you are in pretty good health, and maybe aging or physical difficulties are something you think may not happen until decades from now… and I truly hope this is the case. MORE
We caught up with the cast of the popular series Fix My Brand with Ali Craig to hear about the items they’ve added to their toolkits in 2018 that have them excited to tackle 2019. 2018 Problem: Efficient Collaboration. 2018 Problem: Inbox Overload. MORE
Let’s face it: Managers can be annoying and, from time to time, you may be tempted to ignore their instructions. Managers often haven’t done the job you’ve done—at least not for years—and you likely have insights that they lack. But, ignore managers at your own peril. Managers Have Power Over You. Your manager may be a brilliant and skilled technician who can guide and direct you to do a better job. Or your manager might have zero experience in service. MORE
One of the most effective ways to make yourself known is by communicating directly with the hiring manager at the company you’re interested in working at. Find Out Who The Hiring Manager Is. Many times you won’t know the name of the hiring manager, and that’s ok. MORE
Do you have strong general computing skills (including database management, memory allocation, security, and hardware interaction)? Important features for your staff: Writers and editors need a functional message manager to categorize them Read/Unread, Important/All. MORE
“Managing up” has become a trendy buzzword at all levels of the corporate ecosystem. Certainly, we all understand the concept of traditional top down management, but what exactly is managing up ? Managers typically aren’t closest to the day to day work. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2018 book recommendations my coworker wants us to drink at lunch every Friday my office has a mandatory feelings chart open thread December 28-29, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that you want to talk about. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – November 24-25, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. MORE
The five runners-up, who managed to be pretty terrible themselves: the employer who fined people $2 a minute for being late – 10%. You may also like: the worst boss of 2017 is… the worst boss of 2016 is… the worst boss of 2015 is… the worst boss of 2018 is… was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager We have a winner! MORE
“Doing the same thing every day really got to me – it wasn't what I wanted to do with my life.”. Ever long to ditch your computer and use your hands more? Leszek Sikon did. MORE
Out of the latest career advice books for women published so far in 2018, these four books have earned high ratings. Here’s four stand-out career books for women in 2018. Ask a Manager : How to Navigate Clueless Colleagues, Lunch-Stealing Bosses, and the Rest of Your Life at Work. MORE
With over 20 years in business and finance, including stints in Banking, Real Estate Sales and Management, and Mortgage Broking, she has always found it easy and natural to implement processes to heighten productivity. MORE
So, how do you manage to keep your employees happy and your business running? If your business is open on major holidays, managing vacation requests can be extra difficult. To keep reading, click here: 6 Tips for Managing Holiday Time Off. The post 6 Tips for Managing Holiday Time Off appeared first on Evil HR Lady. Holiday time-off requests can be overwhelming. Everyone wants the exact same days off, and may submit their requests at the exact same time. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2018 book recommendations all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 29-30, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. MORE
For some, that might mean parlaying the company’s year-end success into a new management position. Ask anyone who’s been successful moving into a management position, and they’ll light up when telling you how challenging yet rewarding it can be. MORE
It’s the Christmas open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything that you want to talk about — work-related, not work-related, doesn’t matter. MORE
Here are my favorite posts of 2018, in no particular order: 1. The Ask a Manager guide to asking for a raise. You may also like: Buzzfeed’s 23 favorite Ask a Manager letters what to say if an interviewer asks about your favorite books or movies update: my company wants to sponsor me for a service dog, but I’m not sure I should accept my favorite posts of 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager MORE
pushcareers Brenda Cunningham offers outplacement experience, job search strategies, resume writing, and career management tips. susanguarneri Career assessment expert, certified branding strategist and management coach, and resume writer. MORE
Employers need their workers to be flexible, so that daily changes can always be managed. They typically have wonderful work ethics, and are typically the first in line to become leaders and managers. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – October 20-21, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. MORE
Book Recommendation of the Week: I am going to refer you to this year’s complete list of book recommendations , with a particular nudge to buy the Ask a Manager book as a holiday gift for all your loved ones. MORE
Ask a Manager: How to Navigate Clueless Colleagues, Lunch-Stealing Bosses, and the Rest of Your Life at Work , by me. You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations all of my 2018 book recommendations was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager All year long, I’ve made a weekly book recommendation when kicking off the weekend open thread. MORE
You may also like: the worst boss of 2017 is… the worst boss of 2016 is… the worst boss of 2015 is… vote for the worst boss of 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager It’s time to vote on the worst boss of the year! We’ll crown the worst boss of the year later this week, based on your votes … so please vote below. Voting ends at 11:59 p.m. EST Wednesday night.). MORE
Most commented on posts of 2018: (doesn’t include open threads or “ask the readers” posts, which otherwise would hold many of the top 10 places). Most viewed posts of 2018: 10. You may also like: my coworker is a dominatrix — and it’s fairly public on Facebook the best “ask the readers” posts in 2014 my coworker writes a mean blog about me most popular posts of 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager MORE
Every HR manager counts down until the first day of open enrollment. To keep reading, click here: 3 Open Enrollment Best Practices Every HR Manager Should Know. The post 3 Open Enrollment Best Practices Every HR Manager Should Know appeared first on Evil HR Lady. This year, that date is November 1. As the busy season fast approaches, it’s important to be adequately prepared. MORE
Employers need their workers to be flexible, so that daily changes can always be managed. They typically have wonderful work ethics, and are typically the first in line to become leaders and managers. MORE
Janine Truitt is the founder of her company, Talent Think Innovations , LLC is a multi-disciplinary business strategy and management consulting firm. Grab my updated “118 Job Search Tips for the Modern Job Search in 2018” here. More job search tips for you in this episode. MORE
“I felt very disheartened, like I'd hit a glass ceiling.”. Unable to move upwards in his work, and longing for his success to be dictated by his results, Alexander Bland made a brave double leap: to a new career and his own business. Here, he shares how his hard work turned risk into reward MORE
The post Employee Time Tracking and Analytics 101 for Managers appeared first on Evil HR Lady. That is 10:00 am Eastern Time! It will be fabulous, I promise! Exclusive EHRL MORE
Most of us have got into bad habits when it comes to managing what we do on a daily basis. The truth is, you can’t manage time, it’s impossible. Four Ways To Master Time Management. The post How to Master Time Management in 4 Easy Steps appeared first on Ms. MORE
Managing grief isn’t easy. ” The post Managing Grief – Yes You’re Going To Be Okay appeared first on Ms. Product Reviews grief sucks grief works Julia Samuel managing griefI usually have about six books in my reading queue. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – August 25-26, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2018 book recommendations my coworkers mercilessly tease me about my drunken holiday party behavior my former coworker wants my company to sponsor her party open thread – December 21-22, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that you want to talk about. MORE
Years ago, I shadowed a night manager at a large grocery store chain. ” The reason why her shift was so chaotic was that she was managing by being reactive , rather than proactive. Many of us spend far too much time being reactive rather than proactive managers. Here’s how to make the switch: To keep reading, click here: How to Be a Proactive Manager. And note to self: maybe I should quit writing and become a night manager in a grocery store. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 8-9, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. MORE
For some help on managing your Google results, read this article. If it has been a few years since the last time you went on a job search, you need to know that things have changed. Sure, there’s advice from 2011 that still applies today – for example, networking is still a great idea. MORE
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 1-2, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. MORE
Professional Resume Services
JANUARY 2, 2018
pushcareers Brenda Cunningham offers outplacement experience, job search strategies, resume writing, and career management tips. susanguarneri Career assessment expert, certified branding strategist and management coach, and resume writer.
Ms. Career Girl
JULY 1, 2018
Out of the latest career advice books for women published so far in 2018, these four books have earned high ratings. Here’s four stand-out career books for women in 2018. Ask a Manager : How to Navigate Clueless Colleagues, Lunch-Stealing Bosses, and the Rest of Your Life at Work.
Competitive Resumes
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
Janine Truitt is the founder of her company, Talent Think Innovations , LLC is a multi-disciplinary business strategy and management consulting firm. Grab my updated “118 Job Search Tips for the Modern Job Search in 2018” here. More job search tips for you in this episode.
Competitive Resumes
JANUARY 23, 2018
For some help on managing your Google results, read this article. If it has been a few years since the last time you went on a job search, you need to know that things have changed. Sure, there’s advice from 2011 that still applies today – for example, networking is still a great idea.
Ms. Career Girl
FEBRUARY 12, 2018
Do you have strong general computing skills (including database management, memory allocation, security, and hardware interaction)? Important features for your staff: Writers and editors need a functional message manager to categorize them Read/Unread, Important/All.
Competitive Resumes
APRIL 13, 2018
The best attribute the video feature offer job seekers are to show potential employers, hiring managers, and recruiters your personality. Grab my updated “118 Job Search Tips for the Modern Job Search in 2018” here.
Ms. Career Girl
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Employers need their workers to be flexible, so that daily changes can always be managed. They typically have wonderful work ethics, and are typically the first in line to become leaders and managers.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 17, 2018
You may also like: the worst boss of 2017 is… the worst boss of 2016 is… the worst boss of 2015 is… vote for the worst boss of 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager It’s time to vote on the worst boss of the year! We’ll crown the worst boss of the year later this week, based on your votes … so please vote below. Voting ends at 11:59 p.m. EST Wednesday night.).
Ms. Career Girl
APRIL 10, 2018
“Managing up” has become a trendy buzzword at all levels of the corporate ecosystem. Certainly, we all understand the concept of traditional top down management, but what exactly is managing up ? Managers typically aren’t closest to the day to day work.
Ms. Career Girl
MAY 10, 2018
Most of us have got into bad habits when it comes to managing what we do on a daily basis. The truth is, you can’t manage time, it’s impossible. Four Ways To Master Time Management. The post How to Master Time Management in 4 Easy Steps appeared first on Ms.
Evil HR Lady
DECEMBER 3, 2018
So, how do you manage to keep your employees happy and your business running? If your business is open on major holidays, managing vacation requests can be extra difficult. To keep reading, click here: 6 Tips for Managing Holiday Time Off. The post 6 Tips for Managing Holiday Time Off appeared first on Evil HR Lady. Holiday time-off requests can be overwhelming. Everyone wants the exact same days off, and may submit their requests at the exact same time.
Ms. Career Girl
JULY 20, 2018
With over 20 years in business and finance, including stints in Banking, Real Estate Sales and Management, and Mortgage Broking, she has always found it easy and natural to implement processes to heighten productivity.
Ms. Career Girl
DECEMBER 26, 2018
We caught up with the cast of the popular series Fix My Brand with Ali Craig to hear about the items they’ve added to their toolkits in 2018 that have them excited to tackle 2019. 2018 Problem: Efficient Collaboration. 2018 Problem: Inbox Overload.
Career Shifters
OCTOBER 23, 2018
“I couldn't miss the chance to fix something I could see wasn't working.”. Ever come across an opportunity too enticing to turn down? Zarja Cibej loved her job, but the lure of a problem in a crucial market, and the solution she could create to solve it, was simply too appealing to pass by.
Evil HR Lady
OCTOBER 4, 2018
The post Employee Time Tracking and Analytics 101 for Managers appeared first on Evil HR Lady. That is 10:00 am Eastern Time! It will be fabulous, I promise! Exclusive EHRL
Professional Resume Services
APRIL 3, 2018
One of the most effective ways to make yourself known is by communicating directly with the hiring manager at the company you’re interested in working at. Find Out Who The Hiring Manager Is. Many times you won’t know the name of the hiring manager, and that’s ok.
Ask A Manager
NOVEMBER 24, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – November 24-25, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.
Ms. Career Girl
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Employers need their workers to be flexible, so that daily changes can always be managed. They typically have wonderful work ethics, and are typically the first in line to become leaders and managers.
Ms. Career Girl
JANUARY 18, 2018
Here’s how you can land your own remote job in 2018: 1. The top skills remote employers seek include digital communication skills, self-motivation, time management and focus, and ease with technology. More people are working from home than ever before. 43% of U.S.
Ask A Manager
AUGUST 25, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – August 25-26, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 20, 2018
The five runners-up, who managed to be pretty terrible themselves: the employer who fined people $2 a minute for being late – 10%. You may also like: the worst boss of 2017 is… the worst boss of 2016 is… the worst boss of 2015 is… the worst boss of 2018 is… was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager We have a winner!
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 29, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2018 book recommendations all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 29-30, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.
Evil HR Lady
DECEMBER 19, 2018
Let’s face it: Managers can be annoying and, from time to time, you may be tempted to ignore their instructions. Managers often haven’t done the job you’ve done—at least not for years—and you likely have insights that they lack. But, ignore managers at your own peril. Managers Have Power Over You. Your manager may be a brilliant and skilled technician who can guide and direct you to do a better job. Or your manager might have zero experience in service.
Evil HR Lady
OCTOBER 19, 2018
Every HR manager counts down until the first day of open enrollment. To keep reading, click here: 3 Open Enrollment Best Practices Every HR Manager Should Know. The post 3 Open Enrollment Best Practices Every HR Manager Should Know appeared first on Evil HR Lady. This year, that date is November 1. As the busy season fast approaches, it’s important to be adequately prepared.
Jobacle
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
For some, that might mean parlaying the company’s year-end success into a new management position. Ask anyone who’s been successful moving into a management position, and they’ll light up when telling you how challenging yet rewarding it can be.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 27, 2018
Here are my favorite posts of 2018, in no particular order: 1. The Ask a Manager guide to asking for a raise. You may also like: Buzzfeed’s 23 favorite Ask a Manager letters what to say if an interviewer asks about your favorite books or movies update: my company wants to sponsor me for a service dog, but I’m not sure I should accept my favorite posts of 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager
Evil HR Lady
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
A newly-hired manager is telling salaried employees that they have to work 45 hours a week, take designated lunch breaks and set daily hours. Employees are coming to me, an HR manager, with their concerns, but the manager won’t budge. To read my answer, click here: Can a New Manager Require Exempt Employees to Clock In? The post Can a New Manager Require Exempt Employees to Clock In?
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 22, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 22-23, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 15, 2018
Book Recommendation of the Week: I am going to refer you to this year’s complete list of book recommendations , with a particular nudge to buy the Ask a Manager book as a holiday gift for all your loved ones.
Evil HR Lady
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
Soon afterward, HR summoned the entire department for a mandatory meeting where our boss’s manager and the top HR manager yelled and reprimanded us. My question is: do we have any recourse for this treatment by HR and upper management? To read my answer, click here: Our Manager Appeases Bullies. The post Our Manager Appeases Bullies. Recently, my colleague and I carefully documented and reported acts of long-term bullying by two of our coworkers.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 31, 2018
Most commented on posts of 2018: (doesn’t include open threads or “ask the readers” posts, which otherwise would hold many of the top 10 places). Most viewed posts of 2018: 10. You may also like: my coworker is a dominatrix — and it’s fairly public on Facebook the best “ask the readers” posts in 2014 my coworker writes a mean blog about me most popular posts of 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 24, 2018
It’s the Christmas open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything that you want to talk about — work-related, not work-related, doesn’t matter.
Ms. Career Girl
MARCH 20, 2018
Managing grief isn’t easy. ” The post Managing Grief – Yes You’re Going To Be Okay appeared first on Ms. Product Reviews grief sucks grief works Julia Samuel managing griefI usually have about six books in my reading queue.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 14, 2018
Ask a Manager: How to Navigate Clueless Colleagues, Lunch-Stealing Bosses, and the Rest of Your Life at Work , by me. You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations all of my 2018 book recommendations was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager All year long, I’ve made a weekly book recommendation when kicking off the weekend open thread.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 21, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2018 book recommendations my coworkers mercilessly tease me about my drunken holiday party behavior my former coworker wants my company to sponsor her party open thread – December 21-22, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that you want to talk about.
Career Shifters
NOVEMBER 5, 2018
“I felt very disheartened, like I'd hit a glass ceiling.”. Unable to move upwards in his work, and longing for his success to be dictated by his results, Alexander Bland made a brave double leap: to a new career and his own business. Here, he shares how his hard work turned risk into reward
Evil HR Lady
MAY 9, 2018
Years ago, I shadowed a night manager at a large grocery store chain. ” The reason why her shift was so chaotic was that she was managing by being reactive , rather than proactive. Many of us spend far too much time being reactive rather than proactive managers. Here’s how to make the switch: To keep reading, click here: How to Be a Proactive Manager. And note to self: maybe I should quit writing and become a night manager in a grocery store.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 28, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2018 book recommendations my coworker wants us to drink at lunch every Friday my office has a mandatory feelings chart open thread December 28-29, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that you want to talk about.
Ms. Career Girl
OCTOBER 28, 2018
But administration, management or customer service can also be well-paid and satisfactory. (I’m Chances are, right now you are in pretty good health, and maybe aging or physical difficulties are something you think may not happen until decades from now… and I truly hope this is the case.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 8, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 8-9, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.
Ask A Manager
OCTOBER 19, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – October 20-21, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.
Ask A Manager
DECEMBER 1, 2018
You may also like: all of my 2017 book recommendations all my 2016 book recommendations all my 2015 book recommendations weekend free-for-all – December 1-2, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.
Career Shifters
JULY 31, 2018
“Doing the same thing every day really got to me – it wasn't what I wanted to do with my life.”. Ever long to ditch your computer and use your hands more? Leszek Sikon did.
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