On The Job

JUNE 22, 2015

In the article by Christine Porath, associate professor at Georgetown University, she noted that after studying the cost of incivility for nearly 20 years she finds that "insensitive interactions" hurt a person's health, performance and souls. Do these people know they're being mean and belittling others?

Gossip 100

Gossip Health Confidence Interviewing 100

On The Job

JULY 7, 2015

Those mistakes, of course, could cost you a new job. The key is figuring out the areas that most employers -- no matter the job or industry -- are sure to look for on a resume and ask about in an interview, such as: 1. Do you have personal accountability, such as always telling the truth and avoiding gossip? Or was it three?)

Resume 100

Resume Gossip Skills Interviewing 100

On The Job

JULY 13, 2009

She has written a new book with Christine Porath called “The Cost of Bad Behavior: How Incivility is Damaging Your Business and What to Do About It,” (Portfolio, $25.95). What we’re saying is that it’s going to cost you millions of dollars if you let that happen.” This is a very interesting topic.

2009 100

2009 Interviewing Stress Gossip 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

I was interviewed by the lovely Elena Aylott from EMEA East about my blog and social media in general. But I do wonder how many of us actually take the time to develop our skills because we don’t think we are worth the cost to the employer. Last week I was asked to speak to a group of assistants in Sweden about personal branding.

Social Media 100

Social Media Twitter Interviewing Gossip 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

I was interviewed by the lovely Elena Aylott from EMEA East about my blog and social media in general. But I do wonder how many of us actually take the time to develop our skills because we don’t think we are worth the cost to the employer. Last week I was asked to speak to a group of assistants in Sweden about personal branding.

Social Media 100

Social Media Twitter Interviewing Gossip 100

On The Job

OCTOBER 28, 2009

I recently interviewed an employment law expert, who pointed out there are a lot of myths that employees believe, including the one that they can say what they want at work. While freedom of speech is guaranteed by the First Amendment, what you say around the workplace water cooler can cost you your job. Thanks, Karen.

2009 100

2009 Job Hunting Telecommuting Networking 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

My question however, is… should I disclose the reason for my termination in my job interviews? 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. 5) Practice interviewing and answering any questions related to your last job and the departure.

Etiquette 40

Etiquette Temping Gossip Job Hunting 40