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A "Smelly" Career Problem

On The Job

As a result, more employers are paying attention: An OfficeTeam survey finds that 19% of workers say their companies have scent-free policies. The OfficeTeam research shows that 46% of workers say they keep mum on a smell they don't appreciate, while 17% confronted the person and 15% asked human resources to do something about it.

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Why You're Annoying Your Colleagues

On The Job

That’s why you consider yourself a good colleague – certainly not like that annoying person in the cubicle next to you. It’s one thing to turn your cubicle into a toxic waste dump, but it’s another when your slovenly habits affect others. So is eating smelly food in your cubicle, dripping coffee (read more here )' You’re sloppy.

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Could March Madness Be the Secret to Better Workplace Relationships?

On The Job

Bracket mania takes over the cubicles, as those with the latest scientific data go up against those who pick final teams based on deeply held beliefs in uniform color. Philippe says he's a proponent of letting March Madness invade the workplace, as long as it doesn't disrupt productivity. This isn't a be-all and end-all thing," Philippe says.