article thumbnail

7 Ways to Stay Sane During the Holidays

On The Job

Here's a story I did for Gannett/USAToday on getting a better handle on holiday stress: Before the recession hit, work during the holiday season often slowed down a bit. Workers are forever being reminded of how lucky they are to have a job, and stress is growing. I'm going to take my own advice, and hope you will also.

Holidays 100
article thumbnail

10 gifts to give your career

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, December 28, 2009 10 gifts to give your career As the gift-giving season draws to a close, it’s time to remember that you still have one more gift left to bestow: The gift of a better career.

Gifts 100
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Is the Green-Eyed Monster in Your Cubicle?

On The Job

The green-eyed monster now rears itself not on the playground, but in the cubicle. Marcia Reynolds , a psychologist and executive coach, says that a difficult economy can often exacerbate the jealousy we feel for others at work, because when we're under stress and feel our security is threatened, we become more emotionally sensitive. "We

Monster 100
article thumbnail

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: 6 tips for handling a pregnancy and.

On The Job

Greenfield says that this tough job market can add to the stress for a pregnant career woman, who may worry that although the law doesn’t allow her to be fired for being pregnant, that can’t stop an employer from eliminating her job. Could a Union Be Coming to a Cubicle Near You? Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y?

2010 100
article thumbnail

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: Eat your salad first, and other.

On The Job

Heres the story I did on resolutions for your career for my Gannett column: The problem with making resolutions regarding your career is that you become so busy with your job, or so stressed by everyday work events that you quickly lose sight of the things you want to improve. Could a Union Be Coming to a Cubicle Near You?

Cubicle 100