Frustrations at Work

A few years ago I was looking for a way to help pay for college and work experience that would make me more approachable to a larger pool of employers. I found out about Americorps through my...

An ongoing theme in the self-transformation field is the belief that it's impossible to change anybody but yourself. While in many ways this is true it is possible to change yourself in ways that...

There are times when guest or customers will receive bad news. Knowing how to deliver the bad news is very important. Many people will not take the bad news well. They will argue to try to get...

Lately, it seems that there is negativity in the news, negativity in the economy and negativity in the work environment. I turn on the T.V. or open a website and unemployment is up, people losing...

No employee likes an angry customer and no customer likes to be told "No.". This can lead to yelling simply because they do not understand.

Stress is a natural occurrence in everyday life. Different people are effected by different situations in different ways.Occurences in your professional life can be the common cause of stress. The...

There is a word to describe a person who can't stand that another person has achieved greatness, and that word is hater. The hater is very real, and will always find clever ways to hate. The hater...

Hi! Using time wisely is one of the surest ways to manage anxiety and stress in both work and home. By following a few steps you'll help yourself become less stressed. I started doing this at my...

You're a teacher, you've just delivered significant information into their brains, and now you want to confirm that it all stayed there. You're not alone! Here are some great ways to get some...

If you have a job then you need to deal with co workers. The goal in effectively dealing with co workers is to reduce stress and conflict at work and to build alliances so you can effectively get...

Nearly all of us spend half of our waking hours engaged in whatever job or vocation we have chosen. Because so much time is spent in our work, it is important to be satisfied in our employment....

You dont kill her ( or him ) LOL... Thats how! ITs hard...I know.... He or she sits right next to you all day long......... You can hear her through your office walls......... He eats in the...

As we all know when we first start a job everyone is pleasant and curious. As time goes on, it doesn't always go that way. So, here are a few knowledgeable facts to let you know you are...

I am sure once you hear you are laid off, very often than not, you feel confused, lost, you are angry and perhaps extremly sad and upset. But you can work this to your advantage.

Have some people that work that you would rather see swimming in a volcano? Know a guy that was born just to erk you? Heres how you deal with them?

Transference is a psychological term for unresolved feelings and emotions that are unconsciously transferred from a client to a practitioner. Transference in massage therapy is common due to the...

Conflict is natural in relationships between friends, family and co-workers. In fact, avoiding conflict is almost impossible in any human interaction. Nevertheless, wonderful outcomes can result...

In some way, everyone is searching for balance in their lives. It is overall balance that that lets us feel fulfilled, revived, and content throughout all facets of our lives. The challenges...

Many companies now mandate overtime to meet production needs, instead of hiring new employees. While overtime pay can come in handy, many of us have obligations after work that are infringed upon...

Providing customer service over the phone can be very difficult, since you're dealing with dozens of people every day who may not be in the best mood. However, by following some basic tips, you...

Panic attacks often happen when you are under stress. During work hours you are expected to provide some type of service. This could be helping customers, negotiating contracts, or closing sales....

This article will show you some techniques on how to deal with stress in your life.

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The weather is getting cooler, people are becoming angrier. The holiday season is upon us, and that translates into high stress levels and angry customers. Now how do you combat this? In this...

You have the dreams - and talent - to be the next best-selling author, groundbreaking surgeon or intrepid journalist. But for now, you’re stuck in a data-entry position or some other mindless...

When we were moving up many of us looked at the supervisors and managers and said “They have it so easy.” However, once you get in the seat it is not easy. Here is how to be an effective...

In a time when we are asked to do more with less, it is difficult to maintain our energy levels. So much is expected and support may be limited, leaving us to deal with the fact that we are...

Dread going to work every Monday? Feel like you're going to snap at your employer? Find the source of displeasure with this job. Is it the pay, the co-workers, your boss, the menial tasks? Here...

In retail there are many unpleasant tasks, but none so dreaded as dealing with unpleasant customers. If you’ve ever worked at a store for more than an hour you will know exactly what I am talking...

Many of us may be far from it. We work our whole lives to achieve it. As I say the word retirement, I sigh deeply. There is some sense of freedom in thinking about retirement. I had a...

Tips for identifying toxic working environments

Every day we encounter a variety of things that have the potential to make us angry, whether it is other drivers on the road, angry customers, the news, or other sources. Being irritated to an...

We can’t control everything that happens in our lives, but we can control how we react and how much we allow ourselves to be affected. We live in a world of busy jobs and on-the-go families. Even...

Laughter really is the best medicine to defuse anger. It relaxes all the muscles and blood vessels that tense up like they’re being imprisoned in vice grips when you’re angry. Laughing makes us...

Working for a mean boss can be tough when you try to do the very best you can and still don't feel appreciated. Some bosses are just tough on their employees. This can be because they were...

Under the right circumstances, casual employee turnover can be positive for a company. However, high employee turnover can be devastating. Advertising, interviewing, and re-training costs add up...

You're schedule has you driving through the most busy traffic times of the day...or you have an hour or more commute to work. You can make the most of your time!

It is difficult to get along with a demeaning boss and there will be times in the workplace when the atmosphere can become nearly unbearable. Unfortunately, arguments with your boss are often...

Is work getting you down? Do you have a friendship that is taxing your nerves? Are you having problems with you boyfriend? In this how to I, will give you a few things to do to reduce stress in...

If starting the work week for you isn’t easy after the weekend, here are some ideas to help you along. When the holidays come around these steps are even more important, when it seems we don’t...

So, you want to learn how to keep going when you want to throw in the towel? I can help you maintain your motivation to punch the clock when all you want to do is punch your boss in the mouth.

Being an annoying coworker is a bit of a science; however, some truly have it down to an art form! Following the easy step-by-step instructions in this article will have you well on your way to...

Ways to cope with work related stress.

Yes, we’re in a recession, but if you hate your job it might be time to move on. Some people dread the work week which isn’t a small thing to say. We all need money to live on, but what we do also...

Do you get nervous easily, whether it be when your making a speech, before a big game, getting in front of your peers, or just anything in general? Well this is where I try to help you curve...

Want to find ways to make your husband smile. Here are some small things to do to make him happy.

Even if you loved your job a few years ago, you may find yourself wondering where has the magic gone? Many of us find ourselves doing work that used to be done by two or more of our former...

Many of us work in customer service these days. It is the job that will always be there in one form or another. Whether dealing with people over the phone or in person the angry person can be...

Can you really live through another 30 minutes of your co-workers discussing synergy, team dynamics, or high-level overviews without taking action? This article will provide you with the tools...

Are you unemployed and can not find a steady job. Well this article is for you and to never forget that times are hard but things will come soon.