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What References are Really Saying About You

On The Job

If you've been frustrated that you haven't managed to nail a new job despite your qualifications and solid interviews, your references could be the root of the problem. But job seekers who can't figure out why they've been rejected for several jobs when they're well qualified and have good interviews are also clients.

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Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea?

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Thursday, July 22, 2010 Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea? Cavalli points out that social media interaction isn’t always about discussing a new movie or dishing the latest gossip.

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Does It Matter Whether You Have Friends at Work?

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Does It Matter Whether You Have Friends at Work? May 30, 2010 10:26 AM Legal Law Jobs Manager said. How important is it that you work with people you like?

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The importance of having someone to talk to

Laughing all the Way to Work

The problem that sometimes occurs with sharing with current co-workers is it can turn into office gossip. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice. This is where a strong assistant team is nice to have. Oh where or where is my password?

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Psst! I'm in a bad mood, pass it on.

Laughing all the Way to Work

I wouldnt recommend talking about a co-worker with someone at the office or it ends up being gossip and spreads a bad feeling about that person. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Answering Your Questions

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Regarding the latter, can he/she even legally ask you to do those things (pick up dry cleaning, get a babysitter for the kids, etc etc?) You can ask in the interview in a nice way. Other people would probably much rather find a new job immediately while not burning bridges or gossiping about it.