It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Can I opt out of AI assistants in meetings? In large Zoom meetings, I’ve noticed a coworker using an AI […]
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the star guest got drunk at an event I was hosting — Ask a Manager
A reader writes: I’m in a position where I do some industry event hosting and public interviewing. I don’t arrange any of the events, I’m just a speaker/host (I work […]
Read More Halloween at work can be a fright show — Ask a Manager
Halloween at work can be a fright show by Alison Green on October 28, 2024 Pity your beleaguered colleagues in HR this week, because Halloween in offices can be frightening […]
Read More I panicked and told my boss I miscarried when I actually didn’t — Ask a Manager
A reader writes: I recently wet myself at work. I was actually in the bathroom at the time and it was right at the end of lunch. I was in […]
Read More giving notice when boss is an abusive jerk, vendors keep sending unhealthy food, and more — Ask a Manager
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Do I have to give notice when my boss is an abusive jerk? I have worked at my current job […]
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weekend open thread – October 26-27, 2024 — Ask a Manager
This was in late 1983. I was 9 years old, and we lived outside of Minneapolis, MN. I had a strange dream one night – I won’t go into all […]
Read More open thread – October 25, 2024 — Ask a Manager
This is more of a vent than a question. I’ve come to realize I need to start looking for a new job, which I hate doing. I was promoted about […]
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7 Most Common Interview Questions And Answers
Interview questions are not as straightforward as they seem, and answering just one question incorrectly may put you out of the running for a job. The takeaway? Be ready to […]
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Why You’re Terrified To Find A New Job
You hate your job. You find yourself complaining about it daily to your family and friends. Every Sunday night, you tell yourself that you’re finally going to quit and find […]
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The 10 People You NEED In Your Network
Let’s talk about something even more important than knowing to mute yourself on Zoom: your network. Building a strong and diverse professional network isn’t just a good idea; it is […]
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