Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 21, 2010

Make promises sparingly, and keep them faithfully, no matter what it costs. Discourage gossip. Leave a comment Subscribe to blog posts by Email The Essential Motivation Handbook The Zen Habits Handbook for Life! Keep skid chains on your tongue; always say less than you think. Cultivate a low, persuasive voice.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 28, 2009

While freedom of speech is guaranteed by the First Amendment, what you say around the workplace water cooler can cost you your job. Trying to get recommendations, professional reference checks have become more difficult and as stated in your post, people need to know their companies policy before engaging online for all to see.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

There were no rules against fraternization in our employee handbook and because the SVPs I supported often took their subordinates out for carousing and merriment, I went against her wishes. I’m sure you’ve realized while it’s common to have a lot of office politics, it is not fun to work in a gossip-filled environment.

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