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Managing Your Emotions at Work
Q: Sometimes I struggle with managing my emotions at work. If I’m feeling upset, frustrated or angry and I need to share my opinion,...
linda6304
Nov 4, 20222 min read
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Let your intentions be your guide…
Q: I have to deliver a big talk next week and I am so nervous. What if I get up there and make a total fool of myself!? How can I go into...
linda6304
Nov 4, 20222 min read
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Talking too fast says “I’m anxious & I’m not interested in what you have to say”
Q:I read your column on how people perceive you based on your tone of voice. I have an interview coming up and I’m really nervous. I...
linda6304
Nov 4, 20222 min read
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People “hear” your personality
Q: I have an interview coming up and I never seem to do a very good job of describing experiences from the past; I seem to lose people. ...
linda6304
Nov 4, 20222 min read
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Our brains are still looking for that sabre-tooth tiger
Q: During my review, I received feedback that people think I can be negative. I have to admit that I have become quite negative lately....
linda6304
Nov 6, 20182 min read
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Top 10 things NOT to do at an interview!
Q: I recently applied for a job that stated it was a “casual work environment” and when I didn’t get the job, the feedback I was given by...
linda6304
Jun 1, 20152 min read
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Owning up to mistakes the best policy
Q : My business partner and I disagree on how we should handle a situation at work. We made a decision that turned out to be a pretty big...
linda6304
Apr 16, 20152 min read
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How to deal with the "office slacker"...
Q: I have a co-worker who is a complete slacker. They don’t do their fair share and I end up picking up the slack. I don’t know what to...
linda6304
Jan 20, 20152 min read
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Are you the office martyr?
Q: I have always thought of myself as being a team player & hard worker. Recently I overheard someone call me a “martyr” at work and they...
linda6304
Sep 26, 20142 min read
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Build Trust by Challenging Your Boss
Q: I have a new boss who wants to take the company in a new direction. I have been with the company for 15 years and think it’s a...
linda6304
Aug 5, 20142 min read
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Your tone of voice speaks volumes
Q: People tell me I come across as bossy and I have a way of talking with them that puts them on the defense. I don’t mean to do this,...
linda6304
May 24, 20132 min read
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The Power of Metaphors
Q : I've been working on a massive project at work and having a hard time staying motivated although I really want to get it done. Have...
linda6304
Nov 20, 20122 min read
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Managing your boss is a skill you want to master:
Q: I love my job but I don’t really get along with my boss that well. We are very different people and I am afraid this will get in my...
linda6304
Sep 18, 20122 min read
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Difficult Conversations - dealing with underperforming
Q: A long time employee in a senior position has been underperforming for the past year. They have been spoken to about it and nothing...
linda6304
Aug 19, 20122 min read
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Assertive, passive or aggressive, which are you?
Q: I just had my quarterly review at work and my boss has told me she wants me to be more assertive and speak up more in meeting, I’ve...
linda6304
Jul 25, 20121 min read
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Meaningful chit-chat, is there such a thing?
Q: When I’m at a networking event, there are people attending I would like to get to know more but I never know how to move beyond...
linda6304
Jun 25, 20122 min read
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Resolving conflict -what do you do when somebody won't accept your apology
Q: I did some things that really upset a co-worker last week. I’ve apologized but the person is clearly still mad and as a result there...
linda6304
Apr 19, 20122 min read
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Bad Reference
Q: I am going for a new job and am afraid they are going to call my last employer. I was fired and I am certain they will give me a bad...
linda6304
Mar 17, 20122 min read
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"But" you're sending the wrong message
Q: I am responsible for managing 20 people and giving them feedback on how they are doing. I think I am good at giving feedback, I always...
linda6304
Jan 19, 20122 min read
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