A migraine striking while you’re hanging out at home is bad enough, but migraines at work are even worse. Not only do you have to deal with debilitating pain and other symptoms, but you have to consider how to handle the situation in a professional way — when all you want to do is go … Read More about Tips for Dealing with Migraines at Work
Here’s a fun question for today: are you for or against swearing at work? Do you think less of colleagues and bosses who do it — or does context matter (e.g., you’re only against it if someone is swearing out of anger or swearing around little kids (or older colleagues)?) Or does your vocabulary rival … Read More about Swearing at Work: Yea or Nay?
How would you define “executive presence,” particularly for women? Have you worked to build your executive presence? What are your best executive presence tips? Here are some qualities of women with executive presence that Corporette readers have mentioned during conversations that have taken place in the comments: having a “cool, calm, and commanding” presence being a skilled public … Read More about Executive Presence for Women Leaders
What are your favorite easy office decor ideas? What would you recommend to summer associates and interns?
How do you deal with difficult coworkers, such as those who are overemotional or throw temper tantrums? Should the strategies for dealing with difficult coworkers differ if it’s a small office versus a big one? Reader M has a great question about dealing with an assistant prone to temper tantrums: I’ve seen several postings about crying at work, … Read More about Difficult Coworkers: Temper Tantrums, Crying, and More
If “pantyhose in summer” makes you shudder, you’re not alone — but if you HAVE to wear it, here’s how to survive.
“How a Little Lipstick Could Add Thousands To Your Paycheck” — that’s the title of a recent Fortune article reporting on a new study. Anyone else feeling a little stabby? We thought we’d take a closer look at the research and discuss it here. Some questions to consider at the outset: Do you agree that “good grooming” affects your … Read More about Wear Makeup, Increase Your Salary?
How bad is job hopping? What do you think is the minimum time to stay in one job?
What should you wear when you want a promotion? Reader U wonders for her business casual office…
Are ponytails appropriate for work looks?
How do you keep from crying at work, whether due to personal reasons or as a reaction to something work-related? What are your best tips to prevent it, explain it if it happens, and clean up your face once you’re done?
Can you wear fun glasses to a conservative office? Let’s discuss.
