Everyone describes the workplace as a 'dog-eat-dog world.' We're cautioned to cover our backs, or to cunningly manage office politics. In a way, it's true: you shouldn't be naïve or reckless. But neither should you become cynical and cold. The workplace is a dynamic playground of personalities, where you have the opportunity to collaborate, learn from mentors (or become a … [Read more...] about 5 Spiritual Principles that Transform Work Relationships
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7 Office Email Etiquette That Could Save Your Job
One stupid email can get you fired. Take the case of a lawyer working for the Small Business Administration, who got the boot when his company found out that he had sent and received over a hundred e-mails that clearly showed his support of the Green Party. (Moral of the story: if you're going to do something subversive, do it on your own PC.) Then, one intern sent extremely … [Read more...] about 7 Office Email Etiquette That Could Save Your Job
5 Ways to Talk so your Husband Will Listen
Do you ever feel that your partner doesn't listen to you? It seems that every time you bring up a sensitive topic, like disciplining the kids, money, or sharing household chores, your conversation quickly deteriorates into a big fight. Or sometimes you don't fight, because…you guys don't talk! If you say anything, he just nods and promises, 'Yes honey,' just to shut you up. But … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Talk so your Husband Will Listen
7 Tips for Dealing with Critical People
'You can't please everybody.' We know that, we say that, and on good days we actually believe that. But it's funny how all our logic and confidence can crumble when we hear a critical comment from a parent, a boss, teacher, or anyone whose opinion deeply matters to us. Sometimes, we even internalize what they say, replaying their painful remarks in our heads so many times that … [Read more...] about 7 Tips for Dealing with Critical People