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5 Ways Women Can Support Each Other at Work

Success

Of course, what we hear less about are the battles those senior women fought and the toll they have taken.) Second, if we are moving toward a more progressive world, the women at and below your level in the workplace will be the future of your organization someday. Which employee organizes birthday cards and cakes?

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From the Archives: The Power of Reading

Success

The trouble with many of those who lack early opportunities and many others who see no chance for a college course, and say they have no opportunity for self-improvement, is that if they cannot set aside several years for schooling or college, they think it is of no use to try to educate themselves.

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Fighting Co-Worker Dragons (2 of 3 part series)

Office Dynamics

Here are the common responses I hear: Gossip. As I think back to my days as an employee working in various organizations, I would agree with the above responses. Avoid gossiping. Here are some of my favorite strategies that we teach in our Star Achievement Series® course. Convey a bad mood at the office.

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Do These 5 Things When You Get a New Boss

On The Job

There are some ways to ensure a smoother transition with a new boss, and also help him understand your value to the organization -- and to him. Badmouthing a colleague -- or even your former boss -- is very unprofessional and will get you labeled a gossip. You need to: 1. No slouching behind your computer and hoping he won't see you.

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The SUCCESS Interview: Soledad O’Brien on Healthy Media Consumption

Success

What I think can be the minus is, of course, it’s hard. Sometimes I think of that when following the news, which of course has been particularly fraught for a while, whether we have to choose between happiness—maybe ignorance is bliss—and following these stories and contributing to societal conversations. So, that’s probably a plus.

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What Kind of Leader Are You: A Fixer, Fighter or Friend?

Success

For example, over the course of my career I’ve occupied the role of Fixer and Friend at times, but the Fighter is my go-to theme.). This leads to gossip and politics, often just below the surface of what looks like a happy and positive culture. Their teams and organizations have purpose; they’re going somewhere.

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4 Things You Must Know Before a Job Search

On The Job

Those mistakes, of course, could cost you a new job. Do you have personal accountability, such as always telling the truth and avoiding gossip? Are you organized and efficient with your time and resources? Or was it three?) Still, by entering your job search is such a rushed way, you're likely to make mistakes. Tech skills.

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