It is not uncommon to find people who will not share the same views and make it difficult to achieve certain goals at work. What they know and believe in should be followed, and if you want them to work with you, you will need to either agree with them or find ways to support…
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5 Types of Negotiating Styles Everyone Should Know
Every person communicates differently, whether they are at home or work. Their communication style is influenced by their experiences, beliefs, skills and tools, which could easily let people know what kind of negotiators they can be when facing different situations. According to experts, there are at least five major negotiating styles: Competing, Collaborating, Compromising, Avoiding…
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Should You Discuss Your Salary with Your Coworkers
Asking your coworkers about their salary or talking about salary, in general, is taboo in many offices. It gives employees the impression that they can’t compare their wages and compensation with their coworkers and determine whether or not they are paid right. On the other hand, talking about money is always a sensitive topic that…
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10 Ways to Stand Out in Any Job You Do
As employees, we tend to focus only on our job requirements. Some believe that it’s ok to stick within their job requirement because it will keep them out of trouble and help them keep their job. Others do their best to excel in their job responsibilities. Only a few would go beyond their job scope…
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September is The Month of Appreciation
Hi MMers, A big thank you for everyone’s blessings and well wishes on our incoming addition to the family. I felt very loved surrounded by friends who care not only in real life but also in the WordPress blogosphere. Another significant appreciation comes from the fact that I am given choices to choose how I…
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How to Manage Pandemic Fatigue in Your Workplace
COVID-19 has changed the workplace in more ways than one. Some companies had to shut down because their operations require human interaction, while others had to shift to remote working to keep the business afloat. But, as the vaccines are being distributed and the health guidelines constantly change to allow the economy to reopen, workers…
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Why Bosses Need to Allow People to Fail
Contrary to popular belief, failure isn’t something everyone should avoid, especially for one’s career. In fact, I believe failure can help you discover points that you may not have considered before and lead you to success. As a team leader or a manager, here are some great reasons why you should let your employees or…
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8 Ways to Rebuild Your Credibility After Messing Up at Work
Let’s face it. There will be times when we make significant mistakes and mess up our work. When it happens, it can affect our coworkers’ trust in us and our relationship with our managers for the worse. If you do not act immediately, you may end up with broken credibility and find it hard to…
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10 Ways to Lose Credibility as a Professional
Every company wants to have employees who are credible and trustworthy. If they are not credible, it could be challenging to work with them and trust them with tasks that will help the company grow. Considering the importance of credibility, employees should do their best to be trusted and respected by their managers and colleagues.…
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How to Stop Yourself from Complaining About Work
Let’s face it. Work can be a nightmare, especially when things don’t go your way and your work environment is not helping too much to alleviate your stress. However, even if you want to complain about everything wrong with your work, doing so without thinking can cause severe damage and affect your career once your…
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6 Ways to Increase Your Visibility at Work When You Work From Home
For introverts and those who wish to keep a low profile, working at home is a dream come true. They can work without worrying about their workmates and stay invisible while they do their work. However, while that sounds good, one still needs to be visible even while working remotely because it helps motivate you…
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8 Tips for Reentering the Workforce After a Long Absence
Some people may opt to leave their career for a certain amount of time for various reasons. For example, some may take a break to take care of their loved ones or recover from a medical ailment, and others may wish to take on a new challenge, while a few may use the time to…
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Whisper: I Have Anger Management Issue
*As told to Kally from someone who wishes to be anonymous I know I need help. I have problems controlling my anger. I tried very hard, I did. But little things trigger me off so easily. My anger is selective too. I have no issue when I’m with my friends. Neither do I blow up…
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How to Deal With a Lack of Appreciation in the Workplace
More often than not, people leave their jobs because they feel like their company or team does not appreciate them. As an employee, it is of paramount importance to feel valued by your company; it shows that your work input is appreciated no matter the position. If you feel unappreciated in your workplace, the first…
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How to Motivate Your Colleagues
I acknowledge that this period can be very trying and everyone is trying to keep their head above water. When working as a team, you may notice that your productivity may be affected by the team’s morale and motivation. This is a prevalent occurrence and is instigated by various reasons. Fortunately, these six great tips…
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8 Steps to Apologise Effectively at Work
So, you made a mistake at work? Maybe fail to comply with a deadline or miscommunication with a co-worker. It’s common. Messing up at the workplace has endless ways. Luckily, to make things right after committing a mistake are as many. Apologising after committing a mistake requires essential expertise, but what is the right way…
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5 Ways to Research Company Culture
Some say that if you find the perfect job, you won’t have to worry about everything else. While this adage sounds like a dream, this isn’t always guaranteed to be perfect, especially if you work in a company with a unique way of doing things different from what you are used to. If you can’t…
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What Kind of Problem Solver Are You?
New employees often feel under pressure to continuously provide new ideas to help innovate products and deliver new services that will help the business’s growth. However, it is not easy to generate new ideas and develop them on one’s own. A team effort is needed to brainstorm for new proposals and get these ideas working.…
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Is Remote Work Here to Stay?
With COVID-19 sweeping nonstop across the world, companies have shifted their employees to a more remote work set-up to keep the economy afloat and their businesses going. A huge investment in automation has been placed by every company, both large and small businesses, to help workers keep up with their tasks. For workers, remote work…
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9 Hidden Talents in the Office
Every day you see the same faces and greet the usual people since you probably work in the same team or at least the same department. You may have overlooked your colleagues and never knew them entirely as you do your job, day by day. Maybe if you look hard enough, ask the right questions,…
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