Tag: coworkers
Your Guide to Getting Along with Coworkers
In today’s workplace building a positive relationship with coworkers is extremely important. Most employees spend at least 40 hours per week together, and the ability to communicate well and collaborate is key. There are often times an array of personalities in the workplace, and it is important to be ableRead More
5 Smart Routes to Gain Respect in the Workplace
In the minefield of office politics, gaining the true respect of your colleagues, your subordinates and your boss is a true achievement. It can be difficult — but if you succeed — the benefits are numerous. Here are some tips for gaining more respect in the workplace (and in lifeRead More
How to Support Coworkers When Tragedy Strikes
Dealing with tragic news is hard enough on its own, but confusion and awkwardness are added to the mix when you face people each day from 9-5 who know about it. It’s difficult to compartmentalize emotions and fears when they take a turn for the worse. And if you’re onRead More
Are Work Friends Counterproductive?
A few years ago when I began working at a startup company, I made friends with several of my colleagues in the marketing and creative departments. We’d grab lunch together and occasionally meet up on the weekends or after work. I’d never been super-close with any of my coworkers before,Read More