My boss is one of the biggest gossips in the office. When we meet, he tries to bring me into it, telling me what the newest gossip is, what his theories are on other people in the office, etc.
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How Do I Manage Someone Twice My Age?
I’m only 23 and was recently promoted into a leadership position. I feel really lucky to be where I am. In this new position, I’m also in charge of a few people who are twice my age
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Your Career
‘My Colleague Is Answering Emails Sent to Me’
Lately, I’ve had a colleague jump in and respond to emails from other colleagues, even though they’re addressed to me and he’s been cc’d on them as a courtesy. It’s starting to get on my nerves.
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Your Career
Negotiating a Raise Above Your Typical Cost-of-Living Bump
My annual review is approaching. Because of the extra work I’ve been handling lately, I feel like I deserve a raise. What’s the best way to negotiate a raise higher than the 5 percent cost-of-living?
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Your Career
Setting Email Boundaries When You’re Off the Clock
Do you have suggestions for setting up relationships with your clients where they respect your working hours? I understand the occasional genuine emergency, but expectations for replies on nights?
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Your Career
Are You Going Through The Motions, Or Do You Love Your Job?
You entered the workforce, like many of us, intent on climbing the corporate ladder. You’ve since left the corporate world to become an entrepreneur, launching HerExchange and Spark.