Harassment & the Workplace

By SetApart

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It's Sunday night and you are beginning to notice a heaviness creep into your evening. The restlessness drives you from the comfort of your couch to numbing effects of that glass of wine you hadn't thought about for a couple of days. As the ... more »

How to Fire Your Boss

By Bill Bucy

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You've finally figured out that the boss isn't just having another "bad day" and is really nasty and inept. Common wisdom says you either put up with her or find a new job. But there are some steps you can take before accepting the usual... more »

How to Get Someone to Stop Talking About Sex

By eHow Health Editor

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These days it seems we can't stop talking about sex. Sex is everywhere-on TV, in magazine ads and on the radio. So it's no wonder everyone talks about it so much. There are situations, though, when sexual discussion is inappropriate and makes us ... more »

How to Tolerate a Difficult and Challenging Co-Worker

By Beveronius

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Is there someone at work that is difficult to deal with? Do others find it hard to get along with this person? There are things you can try to improve the situation..... more »

How to Be a Good Gossip

By only1special1

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Sometimes you just can't help but to gossip. Often what you hear is just too good to keep to yourself. Here are some tips to help keep in touch with your co-workers without getting anyone hurt... more »

How to Deal with a Difficult Boss

By sabrinacareer

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A difficult boss is a challenge for anyone but there are ways to handle the situation. Your boss may be a micromanager, racist, sexist, a bully or plays favorite. Try the following tips and see if they help:.. more »

How to deal with a work-bully

By sabrinacareer

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When I think of bullies, I usually think of playgrounds and children, or even high-schools. But I never thought that I would find bullies in the workplace, but I did and more than once. Although anyone can become a victim, in the United States 80 ... more »

How to Handle Career-Damaging Leadership Bullies

By Althea DeBrule

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Not everyone in a leadership role is a good leader. Some leaders are bullies who abuse their power simply because they can do so by frequently making such statements as “When I want to know your opinion, I'll tell you.” Leadership bullies come ... more »

How to Handle Harassment at Work (Supervisor)

By Therese Haberman

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Every manager or supervisor will eventually have to deal with this touchy issue (sorry about the pun). Keep calm and be systematic on handling harassment complaints... more »

How to know if you're overlooked at your job

By Kate J

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Constantly having a few bad days at work and don't know how to stop it? Wondering if you'll ever amount to anything in the workplace? You might be taken advantage of and it might be time to step up for your rights as a worker or find a new career... more »

How to recognize the signs of a work bully

By sabrinacareer

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When I think of bullies, I usually think of playgrounds and children, or even high-schools. But I never thought that I would find bullies in the workplace. If your boss or even a co-worker is treating you worse than dirt, your health could be ... more »

How to accept unconstructive (not constructive) criticism

By Lucent

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Despite one's several accomplishments in life, there will always be failures, and with those failures there's commentators. Now, sometimes friends or co-workers may give negative feedback, it doesn't mean that it is unconstructive; however, here ... more »

How to annoy your fellow cube dwellers at work

By Beveronius

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Do you work in cubes vs. offices at work? Do you ever need a bit of entertainment to lighten up the cubes and the atmosphere?.. more »

How to Avoid Being Manipulated at Work

By newslawreport

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Manipulative people are individuals that at first seem harmless, but when you least expect it they use fear in order for you to do or say as they want. Although this article is aimed at manipulation in the workplace, keep in mind that family ... more »

How to Avoid Toxic Bosses

By cherold598

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There are many toxic bosses out there. The best way to avoid toxic bosses is never to go work for them in the first place. But whether you're looking for a job or already in a abusive work environment, there are many things you can do to avoid ... more »

How to Deal with a Meddlesome Co-worker

By meemee67

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There is one in every firm, company and organization. She or he goes through your stuff when you are out of the office. They are intrusive asking you about personal situations and plans. They are nosey by snooping thru your desk, e-mails and ... more »

How to Deal With a Boss Who Plays Favorites

By Trese

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When the boss plays favorites, somebody gets hurt. Inter-office harmony is endangered and teamwork is practically impossible. No boss in her right mind would deliberately sabotage the harmony and teamwork that are so vital, nevertheless it ... more »

How to Deal with Covert Requests from a Boss

By Felicity

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Your boss wants you to do something that isn't part of the organization's routine activities, is potentially illegal or immoral, or simply goes against the grain of what is the norm for your employment or profession. What should you do? Well, for ... more »

How to Deal with Office Bullies

By JayeK

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We've all been the brunt of a joke or fled from a room from embarrassment. But what can you do when the perpetrator is the office bully? The person you cringe away from for eight hours every day; who seems to lurk around every corner waiting to ... more »

How to deal with stress

By Kate J

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Feeling a bit overwhelmed? You're a person carrying a load that just keeps adding up with no end in sight. How do you deal with such stress? Sometimes stress may not be avoidable, but there sure are ways to reduce it, and here's how... more »

How to Handle Melodrama in Your Workplace

By Althea DeBrule

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In the workplace, melodrama happens when a minor concern or conflict is embroidered and overstated in such a way that it becomes larger-than-life and blown way out of proportion to the original issue. Many people often complain about the level of ... more »

How to Handle Workplace Harassment and Discrimination

By writing4fun

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Workplace harassment or discrimination does not have to be sexual, it may be racial harassment, a hostile work environment, discrimination, family medical leave violations, American With Disabilities Act violations, pay violations to name a few. ... more »

How to Know a Trouble Maker at Work

By Limowreck

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Some of your co-workers are real trouble makers. Keep your reputation and nose clean by spotting them and avoiding them... more »

How to Know Employment Responsibilities in Ireland

By Edward Mellett

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The department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment is in charge of all issues relating to employment in Ireland. The department runs a specialised unit called the Employment Rights Information Unit to provide citizens with information on ... more »

How to Report Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

By eHow Legal Editor

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Nearly 50 percent of US women report they have experienced some type of sexual harassment in the workplace--and harassment is not limited to men offending women. Here's how to proceed if you're a victim of sexual harassment... more »

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