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to work in an environment like this people will always be people. These sorts of issues need to be dealt with as they come to the surface. If you can't resolve it between yourselves, talk to your superior, they are frequently trained in the kind of management techniques to resolve dispute and by making them aware of a problem they can take the steps needed to correct it. If you're a solid worker and not the cause of the problem you job should be safe, theirs' might not be.

5. DISCRIMINATION, VICTIMIZATION OR MORAL/LEGAL COMPROMISATION
This is a serious matter. If your employer or a work colleague is doing anything that makes you feel uncomfortable you must address the matter immediately. Quitting your job solves your dilemma but it does not put you into a secure footing. If you cannot report the matter to a superior the issue may be something that should be attended to by the Police or the Department of Labor. File a report and follow it through. Definitely browse those want ads because you could end up jobless anyway, but you also have the chance to protect others suffering the same fate and if you're lucky, new conditions will be implemented in your workplace that makes you much happier there.

6. PREGNANCY
Got a precious bun in the oven? Unsure if you can handle being a career-mom? Want to continue working but don't know if you'll be allowed to? It's a common concern for women in the work force and pregnancy is a difficult enough time without the added concerns of our jobs security after giving birth or if we'll even still want it. The truth is there are laws in place to protect your right to decide later. Be upfront with your boss. Tell them your situation and that you are happy to work up to whichever month you (or they) are comfortable with. Reassure them that you can train your temporary replacement before you go and ask for the amount of maternity leave you will need. If they cannot accommodate you, or fire you, then contact the authorities. Discrimination is NOT acceptable.

7. DEATH IN THE FAMILY
Grief is a very difficult emotion and it can sometimes be overwhelming to try to balance your job with the turmoil and loss of a loved one. It's often tempting to make life-altering decisions at this time but while deep in the grieving process it is always wisest to move in small steps. Allow yourself to focus on your grief and keep everything else in your life as stable as possible, especially your employment options. If you need time to recover, talk to your employer;

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