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People write for different reasons. I write because if I didn't, I think I might burst with stored up passion for life events past and those up ahead and around the corner. We're living in a most

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Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Advice on how to deal with hostile bosses: 1 of 16
Bosses come in all shapes and sizes as do their egos. When a boss is not only controlling but hostile and inadequate as well, the handwriting is on the wall. I firmly believe that we sell our skills and abilities when we are hired. We do not sell our souls to our jobs. The medical offices are about the worst when it comes to... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Office tips: Helping a coworker who's depressed: 1 of 13
Depression is far more pervasive in the American workforce than many of us realize. It is more easily recognized today and is treatable with the right help. However, when judging someone's behavior in the workplace, discretion is advisable. Classic symptoms are sadness, feeling overwhelmed, distraction, feelings of hopeless ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Trade & Manufacturing Jobs Reassessing the value of blue collar labor in a white collar-obsessed world: 1 of 10
Carl Sandburg wrote about a city where hog butchers, toolmakers, stackers of wheat and railroad workers became a force forging a foundation for the workings of a city. The blue-collar workers toiled fiercely, burdened by their destiny, yet they worked with abandonment and joy throwing off their fetters. Collectively they bec... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Tips for your first month on the job: 5 of 36
Your first month on the job is typically referred to as the "honeymoon" period. During this time, you're learning on many levels; you're learning individual tasks associated with the job, the work culture, and the unwritten code of the office. During this time, you generally will experience the most positive aspects of your ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Call-in-sick dos and don'ts: 8 of 47
Calling in sick has developed into an art form for a few employees, but most of us call in sick occasionally and, in fact, many employers provide time for sick and personal days. You must follow the proper protocol of your work organization, as outlined in your employee handbook, or you could get dinged with an unexcused abs... More..
Jobs & Careers > Layoffs & Firings Layoffs: When to settle for a smaller paycheck: 3 of 15
Two good reasons come to mind when making a decision to settle for a smaller paycheck. The most obvious reason is that you've been unemployed for several months and your funds are exhausted. You may have little choice except to accept the first job offer that comes along. Another reason to accept a smaller paycheck is the po... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Office tips: Helping a coworker who's getting divorced: 2 of 10
Our workplace is where we spend a third of our lives if we're employed in a nine-to-five organization. Routinely we solve problems and devise plans to make our office a productive and pleasant environment but when a coworker is going through a divorce it adds a new dimension to our office dynamic. Some of us work to restore ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Jobs & Careers (Other) Age discrimination and it's effect on the economy and society: 1 of 5
Age discrimination has a profound effect on the economy and society. While there are some younger people who feel the effects of age discrimination, they bulk of the problem rests in the senior citizen sector. Seniors find they hit a ceiling many times in their jobs and professions, but have no options to move to another job... More..
Jobs & Careers > Starting Out How an Internet presence can help you land a job: 3 of 10
Your Internet presence is your brand, your identity and your persona on the web. You might compare it to a calling card. Your Internet presence can put you ahead of the crowd and get you noticed by potential employers. It can help you land a job. Recruiters now use the Internet to find out more about who you are when you're ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Layoffs & Firings Layoffs: How to talk about it during interviews: 2 of 6
A layoff from an organization is not often a problem in job interviews. There are few interviewers who would ask you for detailed reasons for a situation that was not related to your job performance. However, if the question does arise, tell them the facts as they were related to you when you were laid off from the last empl... More..