I work with a woman who refuses to speak to me unless she is forced to do so and will otherwise pretend so thoroughly that I don't exist it's as if I hadn't spoken at all.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 17, 2013 -
65 answers
What is with my workplace? Need help dealing personally and professionally with a variety of inappropriate behavior from my coworkers and supervisor.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 7, 2013 -
42 answers
My mother is running for a fairly high office. I generally agree with her beliefs and standings, but not always those of her party. I want to support her in her bid for election but I have a hard time waving a flag for those who I don't agree with.
How do I support my mom who I agree with while dealing with those who I have to shake hands with and smile at while at parades, fairs, and other functions (I mean people who are working for her campaign either explicitly or not, not those who are there to heckle)?
This is in the US in the midwest, but it really shouldn't matter what state we are in or what party we might each be affiliated with - I just want to know how to best help my mom.
posted by anonymous
on Sep 12, 2012 -
12 answers
While the rumor is untrue, it touches something I never told anyone- should I spill the beans?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 25, 2012 -
27 answers
The sound of my coworker typing is driving me crazy. I'm not permitted to wear headphones. How can I deal with the noise?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 13, 2012 -
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I have a newish job at a law firm. I like it. It's not in my field and I'm a bit overqualified, but I need the money and a sense of accomplishment. I work very hard, am trying to learn quickly, and have had excellent, enthusiastic feedback from my boss. However, a coworker who has some problems with my work style and constantly tells me I'm a sloppy worker wants to have a sit-down meeting with me at Starbucks tomorrow to discuss my work. This person is not my boss, and my actual boss has made it clear to me that this person is in no way my boss. Do I tell my real boss what this guy is doing?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 11, 2012 -
47 answers
What would you suggest for improved social skills, fitting in, decreased awkwardness, and undoing a reputation for being annoying at work? I'd especially love help for nerds with social anxiety who need to fit in with mainstreamy socialite sorts of people.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 30, 2012 -
20 answers
Business etiquette question - how to handle a request to chip in for a lunch I did not attend?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 27, 2012 -
17 answers
My bosses misuse words in very official, very important documents. Can I do anything about this?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 26, 2012 -
31 answers
Looking for an object that will move just frequently enough to continually trigger a motion sensor.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 25, 2012 -
32 answers
Do you have tips or resources that would help an overly earnest "nice guy" type navigate political maneuverings at work?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 30, 2012 -
9 answers
I started a new job a month ago. I like my job and I like my co-workers, but what I would really like is to work from home. When should I ask or should I ask at all?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 9, 2012 -
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[Nonprofit Filter] We're investigating options to shop out the major financial needs of our nonprofit organization. If we do this, what tasks should be kept in house and (if we no longer have a dedicated finance person) who should do them? We are considering this option, but have a fair number of questions about how other small NGOs manage their financial administration. Is yours in-house, contracted, a combination of both? What are the benefits/challenges? Lots of questions and would appreciate experienced feedback!
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 6, 2011 -
7 answers
How can I stay calm and productive when I have the most annoying coworker in the world?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 28, 2011 -
15 answers
One of the people at my job had to quit due to a heart attack. I volunteered to buy a gift on behalf of the office, but I have no idea what to get. What should I get for someone who is sick and probably in a dire financial situation?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 15, 2011 -
17 answers
How do I deal with an expectation of perfection at work while receiving little constructive feedback?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 16, 2011 -
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I'm going back to a job I hated, and want to get along better this time around. Seeking mind-hacks, specific behaviors, or little tasks that I can consciously do throughout the day- anything to make it feel like a new environment, and help me adjust my behavior.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 28, 2011 -
8 answers
I am terrified of being fired, even though I don't have any reason to suspect I might be let go. How can I get over this?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 21, 2011 -
11 answers
Need coping mechanisms and/or advice for dealing with an often times soul-crushing work environment that I can't get out of for at least 1-2 years.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 12, 2010 -
23 answers
How can I be more careful/detail-oriented at work? I don't know how to fix something when I'm already trying my hardest at it.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 19, 2010 -
14 answers
Good news: it looks like I'm being groomed for a new position at work, one I really want. Yay! Bad news: there's rumors that the person who currently has the position is getting fired. I'd like advice on how to deal with this gracefully.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 9, 2010 -
12 answers
It's been suggested at my new workplace that I "drop the tie" because I'm showing up everyone else. This goes against my personal style and freedom to wear what I want. How should I handle this?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 21, 2010 -
102 answers
How do I tell my bosses that my coworkers are making it impossible to do my work because they are essentially goofing off 50% of the time without getting my coworkers in trouble?
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posted by anonymous
on May 11, 2010 -
16 answers
I've read all the previous threads about coworker relationships. It's a polarizing issue, and I've generally fallen on the side of opposition of them. Of course, the universe being as it is, I've found myself in a situation where I've fallen pretty badly for a coworker who reciprocates my feelings. We cannot decide if this is worth pursuing. Can you help us?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 17, 2010 -
16 answers
So, I finally have a job with opportunity for advancement, and two positions have opened up. The glitch is that I'm competing for one of these two positions with two other people, both of whom I work closely with. Also, once the decisions have been made, the two who are selected will have to work with the un-selected one until replacements have been found. I need advice on how to navigate this awkward situation with professionalism and grace.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 14, 2010 -
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So, a few of us suggested to our manager that we, his employees, conduct second-round interviews on domain-specific knowledge the manager probably doesn't know well enough to judge himself. Manager agreed, we did the interviews, some people got hired. Recently, Manager mentioned to us in private that we should appreciate this sort of autonomy because there were places where this would not fly at all. Should I be worried?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 3, 2010 -
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People at work, including my boss, are always raving about how organized I am. Normally, this would be a compliment, but lately I wonder if I'm not being underestimated. How can I get my boss to take me more seriously?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 26, 2010 -
21 answers
How do I make the most of a work situation with a co-worker whose behavior is just annoying enough to disrupt work regularly, but not annoying enough to cause him to be fired?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 7, 2009 -
13 answers
An intern at work is dressing very inappropriately. Is there any way I can tell her nicely to tone it down?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 21, 2009 -
45 answers
I'm working part time at two jobs right now - they worked together to hire me so that I could have enough income until Company A can hire my full time. Too bad I want to stay with Company B.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 9, 2009 -
5 answers
I'm applying for post-grad school jobs. One of them, a bit of a long shot, is within my close-knit current office. Others are elsewhere in and outside of the organization. Difficulty: my two best references are not only in this office but running the first job search. How in the world do I manage this?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 21, 2009 -
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Co-worker is rude and dismissive because of something I said. Is there anything I can do to prevent her from threatening my standing with the higher ups?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 28, 2008 -
5 answers
Working in an office is destroying me! What kind of work can I do that will keep me out of one?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 14, 2008 -
40 answers
How to bail on a Job Interview due to bad reference for the employer (doing the hiring) without stepping on toes?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 8, 2008 -
8 answers
Emotional attachment to a co-worker who is leaving. Mutual sense of respect, wonderful person, perhaps attachment, unexpressed feelings. Cope much?
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posted by anonymous
on May 22, 2007 -
13 answers
