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Advice on Joining a Well Established Team
suggestions on joining a well established team, whether they are conservative or more sociable, how to be appropriate...
Are You too Easily Offended in the Workplace?
A list of situations where it is or is not acceptable to be offended in the workplace...
Attending Personal Appointments without Annoying Your Boss
Advice on how to make sure you can go to all the necessary appointments without being unprofessional...
Attractions in the Workplace and How to Stay Focused
Top tips on keeping motivated at work when you have a crush on a colleague...
Boosting Staff Morale When an Employee Leaves
Departing employees can cause a significant drop in staff morale especially within a small team, and managers should address the issue in order to minimise any damage to staff morale....
Bumping into Your Colleagues or Boss Outside of Work
Suggestions on what to say when you see your boss or colleague outside work...
Christmas Gifts and Cards
Some hints and tips on giving and receiving Christmas presents and cards at work...
Common Power Struggles at Work
Take a look at the most common power struggles in the office and make sure that you avoid them....
Company Policies on Office Romance
Practical advice on making sure you are aware of spoken and unspoken roles on office romances...
Conference Call Etiquette
Advice on how to handle conference calls in the workplace...
Creating a Relationship from the Job Interview Onwards
Good work relationship skills are considered valuable by many employers, and if potential employees can promote this skill at the interview they may have the edge on other candidates....
Dealing with Absence
Advice on handling absences in the office...
Dealing with Being Passed Over for Promotion Without Looking Bitter
Advice on how to deal with not winning a promotion you wanted, with tips for if there is likely to be another promotion or not...
Dealing With Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Although laws exist to protect employees against sexual harassment it does still occur in the workplace, and it is wiser to deal with the issue than to suffer in silence....
Dos & Don'ts For a Work's Formal Dinner
A list of top tips to help you have fun and act appropriately at your works formal dinner...
Dos and Don'ts of Office Etiquette
Following a few Dos and Don'ts of office etiquette will help you make a good impression at work....
Do's and Don'ts of Office Flirting
Advice on ensuring your behaviour is appropriate regardiing flirting in the workplace...
Dos and Don'ts on an Office Night Out
The office night out is an opportunity to socialise in a relaxed atmosphere but employees should behave in a manner that will ensure there are no regrets the morning after....
Facts About Working Relationships
Separating fact from fiction will help you form better working relationships....
FAQ: Is it Time to Ask for a Pay Rise?
Asking for a pay rise can be a tricky situation but negotiations can be successful if the timing is right and the increase is actually justifiable....
FAQ: The Legalities of Salary Overpayments
Employers are legally entitled to make deductions from an employee's salary if overpayments occur, but a good employer will ensure that no financial hardship is suffered by the employee....
Fitting in as a Temporary Worker
Temporary workers are often on trial periods for permanent positions and one of the major factors towards winning the job will be the ability to fit in well with colleagues....
Gaining Confidence at Work
Advice on gaining confidence at work...
Getting Involved in Office Gossip
some do's and don't about gossip in the workplace - how to make sure you are not the subject of gossip and what to do when you hear some juicy titbit...
Getting the Right Balance between Friend and Colleague
Advice on maintaining a good balance between friendship and working relationship...
Getting the Right Level of Noise
Advice on maintaining a pleasant workplace by not making too much noise inappropriately...
Guiding Without Being 'Bossy'
Information about the best ways to gain the respect of your team...
How do we Deal with Our Selfish Team Member?
Suggestions for dealing with a colleague that has gained all the attention of the boss - even though she is not that good at her job...
How I Dealt With Negative Attitudes as a Working Parent
Negative attitudes from work colleagues or employers can turn a once harmonious workplace into an intimidating environment and asserting you rights may be the only option to take....
How Managers Should Handle Office Relationships
Office relationships can be problematic for managers especially if fall outs do occur, but there are some positives to office relationships that can outweigh the negatives....
How much to tell Colleagues about Your Personal Life?
Guidelines and advice on how to get the balance right between gossip and friendliness about personal information in the workplace...
How to Address Favouritism
Dealing with favouritism in the workplace - whether you are the boss, the favourite or not...
How to Address Problems with Your Manager
Some practical suggestions on approaching problems with your manager...
How to Approach a Colleague You know is Making Mistakes
Advice on what to say to a colleague you know is making mistakes on a project, with scenarios for whether or not you like the colleague and if their actions are affecting you...
How to avoid Becoming the Office Stereotype
Office stereotypes are more often a negative image rather than a positive one, and once this label has been applied it can be hard, but not impossible, to shake off....
How to be Friendly in the Office Room
Top tips on making sure you are friendly enough in the workplace witout being a walk over...
How to be Friendly with a Colleague You Don't Like
How to Approach a Colleague that You Have an Issue With - tips on making your working relationship better, even if you don't get on...
How to Cope With First Work Day Nerves
Nerves on the first day of work are completely natural but for new employees who do suffer from anxiety there are a few ways to calm those first day jitters....
How to Deal with a Change in Responsibility in Your Job
How to handle changes in your role - whether they are good or bad...
How to Deal with Problem Employees
Practical suggestion on dealing with the minor and intermediate issues with your employees and team members...
How to Deal with the Smokers and all that Missed Gossip
Suggestions on making sure you don't miss out on the office gossip even though you don't want to smoke...
How to Develop a Good Relationship with Your Boss
Top tips on how to start and maintain a good relationship with your boss...
How to Get the Right Balance between Friend and Boss
Exploring the do's and don'ts of building a friendship with your boss...
How to Handle Going for a 'Welcome Drink' on Your First Day
Suggestions for dealing with going for a drink wit new colleagues on your first day in a new jobs - with ideas for handling the situation if you do or do not want to go...
How to Handle the Maternity Leave Workload of a Colleague
Top tips on how to deal with the workload of a colleague that goes on maternity leave...
How to make a Good First Impression
Creating a Good First Impression with Your Colleagues...
How To Make Your Office Romance a Success
Do's and Don't for having a successful office romance - rather than a sordid fling with a bloke from work that everyone else gossips about...
How to Speak up in Meetings
Guidance on gaining confidence to speak up in meetings...
How to Survive Employee Team Building Events
Team building events are viewed by many employees as something similar to torture but not taking these events too seriously should reduce any stress before and during the day....
How to Work Effectively with Someone You Don't Like
Practical suggestions to help get the best out of a range of difficult office situations when you have to work with someone you dont like...
I Learnt to Stand Up for Myself at Work: A Case Study
Sharon, 57, finally stood up for herself at work and felt liberated by the experience....
I Was Promoted Over a Friend: A Case Study
Being promoted over a friend isn't easy but Joanne, 27, says you just need to talk about the situation....
Interviews and Beating the Psychometric Test
More and more employers are using psychometric tests during the interview process, and employees should learn how these tests can be influenced to produce favourable results for the employee....
Making Personal Calls at Work
Rules of modern life - making personal cals and using mobiles at work...
Male Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Male sexual harassment does occur in the workplace but many men choose to ignore the problem due to the negative consequences that may arise after lodging a complaint....
Management Skills & Methods
Suggestions on dealing with your company's views on management principles...
Meetings - Make Sure You Talk, Make Sure You Listen
a discussion on different types of meetings and how to make sure you are prepared to get involved and to listen...
My Boss Married My Work Colleague: Where Do I Stand?
A personal relationship between your boss and colleague should have no bearing on his professional conduct....
Office Emails
Office email etiquette...
Office Meetings
Tips on arranging and attending office meetings...
Preparing for Your Three Month Review
Guidance on effective preparation for your three month review...
Quiz: What Kind of Colleague Are You?
Find out what kind of colleague you are in our quick quiz....
Should You Help Out a Colleague?
Ideas on how to deal with being asked to help a colleague with their work when you may or may not have time...
Striking a Balance With Family Work Colleagues
A number of problems can arise within a family run business, and nepotism, favouritism and power struggles are among the most common issues that frustrate non family employees....
The Great 'Making the Tea' Debate
Advice on dealing with making hot beverages for your colleagues in the workplace...
The Role of the HR Department
A discussion on the role of your HR department - how to utilise their skills and experience...
The Signs that you Should Leave Your Job
Suggestions on how to identify if you are ready to find a new job...
Tips on How to get Along with Your Colleagues
A few ideas to help you get along with your colleagues...
Top Tips for Staying Motivated at Work
Ideas for maintaining motivation at work...
Top Tips for 'To Do List' Management
Suggestions to help you feel more organised in your day to day work...
Two Jobs: Keeping Both Bosses Happy
Over one million UK employees now have two jobs, and excessive work hours can lead to stress and decreased work performance that may become apparent to employers....
Using the Internet in Work Time
Advice on not getting into trouble for using the internet in work time...
What to do if You Think You're Being Treated Unfairly By a Boss
Suggestions for dealing with your boss when you feel they are treating you unfairly, with a focus on both small companies with little HR resources and larger organisations with extensive HR capabiliti...
What to Do When You know a Colleague is Attending Job Interviews
Advice on dealing with various scenarios where colleagues, close or otherwise, are attending interviews with other companies...
What to Say when a Colleague has Poor Personal Hygiene
A gentle way to talk to a colleague about their lack of personal hygiene...
When a Colleague Keeps Taking the Credit for Your Work
Information on how to make sure that your hard work is recognised, even if a sneaky colleague is taking credit for your work...
When Do Jokes in the Workplace Become Harassment?
It is not uncommon for workplace jokes to cross over into harassment, and this can seriously damage the working environment and can have serious consequences for employers....
When People at Your Work are Having an Affair
Guidance on how to handle it when people in your office are having an affair...
When the Pay Rise is Less Than Expected
Pay rises that are less than expected can be extremely frustrating for employees, but becoming angry is not the best way for employees to handle this situation....
When Things go Wrong in HR
Suggestions for dealing with ineffectual human resources departments in your workplace...
When You know Your Work is Going to be Late
Advice on how to deal with your work being late...
When Your Boss has a Favourite and it is You
Suggestions for dealing with the situations when you are the bosses favourite...
When Your Boss has a Favourite and it's Not You
Looking at why your bosses favouite is not you and how you feel about the favourite...
Working in an Open Plan Office
Guidance on dealing with issues arrising from working in an open plan office...
You and Your Friend both Want the Same Promotion
Advice on how to deal with a promotion that both you and your friend want...