When Politics Affect Work And Family Relationships

Chances are you’re friendly with a co-worker or family member with opposing political views. During an election year people are particularly prone to share their political views- especially on Facebook. If you’re friends with co-workers and family on Facebook, you’ve likely figured out their opinions on any number of political issues by now. Many people share snappy one-liners and scathing … Read More

Your Coworkers Are Not As Annoying As You Think They Are

Annoying coworkers- everything they do is irritating. Annoying coworkers can be recognized by their laziness, over-sharing, obnoxious habits, poor communication, lack of hygiene- you name it! I’ve been there, you’ve been there, we’ve all been there. What if you annoying coworkers aren’t really all that annoying? Not true, you may insist as you prepare a list of your coworkers annoying … Read More

Know when to quit

I admit it, I’m a quitaphobe- the opposite of a commitaphobe! I am enthusiastic and excited when new opportunities present themselves and I can usually be convinced to take on new commitments. Often, I’ll even volunteer. Many of you probably relate to this phenomenon, in a desire to be the best, the brightest, the perfectionist and not to let anyone … Read More

How to deal with difficult people

Working with a difficult person can make you miserable! No one wants to be miserable at work- at least I don’t- and if you’re reading this article I imagine you don’t want to be miserable, either. Years ago I found myself miserable at work. I worked with the most difficult person I’ve ever met, and what was formerly a job … Read More