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Have you ever encountered a filthy microwave, dirty dishes in the sink, leftovers that have become science experiments, or an empty spot in the frig where your food used to be? Break rooms are one of those common areas, along with bathrooms, cafeterias, and hallways, where we comingle with each other at work. Here are [...]
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We all dread meetings that are disorganized and accomplish nothing. Here are 8 tips for attendees and 10 tips for those who organize them. Let me know if you have one to add! FOR THE PARTICIPANT: Reply promptly when invited. If you’re not able to attend, do your best to send a suitable and well-informed [...]
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The most awkward part of small talk can be the breakaway – and, for many, it’s the very reason they shy away from engaging others to begin with. How can you gracefully disengage yourself from a casual interaction? Make sure your final comments have a positive spin and incorporate any “next steps” that were discussed [...]
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I heard a great line at the beauty salon today – “You can teach skills. You can’t teach attitude.” How true. My stylist, Tina, who is co-owner of both the salon as well as Paul Mitchell the School-Chicago, and I were discussing the challenge of finding the right people to hire. Her business is really [...]
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DON’T be late for interviews. Confirm the time, address, building number, parking. Remember that security check-ins may take time. Also – be no more than 5 minutes early. Too early and you advertise you have nothing else to do. DON’T supply personal website addresses if they contain inappropriate information. Keep in mind they may be [...]
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Have iPods become part of your workplace? The popularity of iPods and other MP3 players have brought with them an easy, unobtrusive way to listen to music at work. No more awkward CD players, thank you. But are you sending a negative message to those around you? If you choose to plug in to your [...]
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In general, professionals should avoid giving gifts that are too personal. Consider anything that touches skin as inappropriate (scents, bath products, clothing, lingerie). Also be careful giving gifts of alcohol or food – research the recipient’s tastes as well as possible challenges/allergies with either category. Gifts to co-workers – Keep “Secret Santa’ gifts simple and [...]
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Overhead Compartments Everyone is “carrying on” these days, so remember that your storage space is right above your seat, not the first open space you see. Airlines prefer that you slide your bag in vertically wheels first. Smaller bags and coats should be squeezed around the larger bags, not the other way around. Armrests Let’s [...]
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Every written invitation needs a response, unless it’s one that asks you to pay money to attend. Try your best to respond within a week. If no reply card was enclosed, there will be instructions in the lower left-hand corner explaining how to respond. The inner envelope will indicate if you may bring a guest. [...]
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