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Business Etiquette Advice
Business etiquette advice for the professional woman.
Perfume at the Office: Why You Shouldn’t Wear Much Perfume at Work
I know readers have discussed this a bunch in the comments, but I don’t think we’ve ever had a full post on perfume at the office, so let’s discuss! Reader S’s question is about perfume at work: I take a lot of care in selecting my clothing/hairstyle/makeup, and making sure that they are office appropriate. … Read More about Perfume at the Office: Why You Shouldn’t Wear Much Perfume at Work
When The Job Hunt Drags On…
Reader S, a recent graduate, has a question that, unfortunately, I think a lot of people will be interested in: what should you do when the job hunt drags on (and on)? May I suggest a post on attorneys who, despite trying everything feasible, cannot find sustainable employment? I understand the whole “work for free” … Read More about When The Job Hunt Drags On…
Open Thread: Thoughts on Bathing
2018 Update: We still think this is a fascinating conversation about thoughts on bathing — you may also want to check out our more recent post where we asked the readers how often they wash their hair. A few days ago the NYT had an interesting article about people who don’t shower regularly. Reading it, … Read More about Open Thread: Thoughts on Bathing
How to Handle Personal Phone Calls at Work (And: How to Plan Your Wedding During Office Hours)
2020 Update: We still stand by this discussion on making personal calls while you’re on the clock — but you may also want to check out our more recent discussion of how to handle necessary personal calls at work, as well as our more recent discussions about how to plan a wedding while working full … Read More about How to Handle Personal Phone Calls at Work (And: How to Plan Your Wedding During Office Hours)
The Best Halloween Costumes for Office-Related Events
Update: We still think this is a great discussion on Halloween costumes for office-related events — but we also rounded up our own list of the very best reader suggestions and more for smart costumes for smart women in our more recent discussion on how to dress for Halloween — at work. We’ve gotten a … Read More about The Best Halloween Costumes for Office-Related Events
How to Negotiate Conversation Topics
Here’s how to steer conversation topics at work to ones you want to talk about…
Do You Shake Hands When You’re Sick?
Today’s poll is inspired by reader V’s question: I work in Big Law and throughout the recruiting season, I shake a lot of hands. Now and then I encounter someone who says, I’m sorry, I don’t shake your hand I’m sick. While I respect that and appreciate that it’s considerate, frankly I find the little … Read More about Do You Shake Hands When You’re Sick?
Can You Wear Religious Jewelry to the Office? (Should You?)
Can you wear religious jewelry to the office? Reader S wonders if it’s appropriate… I was wondering what you and all of the other readers think about wearing religious jewelry to work. I’m not talking about a head covering, or skirts as required by a religion, but more along the line of wearing a Star … Read More about Can You Wear Religious Jewelry to the Office? (Should You?)
Emergency Reader E-mail: How to Get Your Resume Noticed
How can you get your resume noticed? We have another emergency e-mail, this time from reader M, who wonders how to get her resume to stand out from the pack: There is a job opening in a creative field that is right up my alley at a company I’m very passionate about. Among other things, … Read More about Emergency Reader E-mail: How to Get Your Resume Noticed
Open Thread: What is Your Best Interview Advice?
2018 Update: We still stand by this general interview advice — you may also want to check out our recent roundup of our best on-campus interview tips and resources.. Here’s a question for the readers today: what is the best piece of interview advice you’ve ever received? (Or: What’s the best tip for interviewing you … Read More about Open Thread: What is Your Best Interview Advice?
Surrender, But Don’t Give Yourself Away
Today’s guest post is from Siouxsie Law (who has since stopped blogging), who we’ve asked to write a few words about when to express yourself, and when to toe the line… I am the author of Siouxsie Law — a legal blog. I am a litigator and also goth. My style does not conform to … Read More about Surrender, But Don’t Give Yourself Away