A reader writes: I’m close with a coworker and happen to know that she’s suffering from very bad depression. I’m very proud of her for getting through it as well as she is. Here’s my dilemma – in the last few months, she’s developed a definite problem with body odor. I think it’s likely to be related to her depression, since I know she has trouble gathering the energy to do even basic tasks. MORE

I’ll be the first to say I don’t have all the answers when it comes to diversity and inclusion. I don’t think anyone does, but least of all me. The closest I’ve come to discrimination is being told I had to be three times as smart, competent, and amusing as male speakers because I was a small, young-looking woman. And, sometimes people ask “odd” questions about my religion (Judaism). But just because we don’t have all the answers doesn’t mean we shouldn’t keep asking the questions. MORE

By now, most of you have seen the anti-drug campaign coming out of South Dakota with ads that show regular people with one of two tag lines: "Meth, I'm On It". Meth, We're On It". There's a lot of layers to the visual campaign, including: 1--South Dakota, like many states, has a huge Meth problem. MORE

You It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. Here are four updates from past letter-writers. My employee keeps telling me his “expectations” of me. There was a development a couple of weeks ago that I would like to share. I had been out for a couple of weeks (minor surgery, all is well) and so had not interacted with this guy for a while. MORE

It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. Here are five updates from past letter-writers. My employee keeps adjusting himself while we’re talking. The advice helped greatly, I’m so glad I wrote into you for advice. Thank you very much. I ended up maintaining eye contact and asking him if he was okay every time he did it, or needed a minute. MORE

You have showcased an impressive C.V, navigated your way through the interview stages and celebrated receiving a job role. However, the hard work has only just begun as you approach the task of negotiating a salary. MORE

One of my most consistent resume themes is that your resume must show your accomplishments. Logical — but where do you find your achievements to put on your resume? This is a big deal to a lot of people. Defining an accomplishment is one thing. MORE

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. Company is sending us all email about diet and exercise. My company includes an on-site fitness center, and all the employees receive periodic emails from the fitness staff. MORE

It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. Remember the letter-writer who was upset that her coworkers wouldn’t cut more expenses since their company was struggling financially? MORE

Brigid Ford worked as a Sheriff’s Deputy for 12 years when a car ran a red light and smashed into her patrol car. After a year of light-duty, her injuries mean she still couldn’t use her right hand totally and had ongoing pain. In other words, not the best condition for a police officer. The Sheriff’s department offered her three choices: 1. A civilian job at a lower rate of pay with accommodations for her disability. Resignation. Termination. MORE