Unable to Disconnect
3 January 2013
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Text: Work bothering you even during the Holidays? Maybe you experienced tension with your boss or colleagues. The "Internal Affairs" column offers guidelines to recognize and defuse the most common misunderstandings in professional life.
Stuck!
Finding yourself "between a rock and a hard place" at work can be stressful for some workers. The boss says X, the client says Y, and you don't know how to act with a clear conscience. Ethical reflection can be helpful.
Misunderstanding Introverts
Introverts are often criticized for their lack of warmth and spontaneity. They nonetheless possess unsuspected qualities.
Commitment, yes, but...
On the one hand, bosses want workers who are dedicated. On the other hand, employees need to feel confident to give their all. A common ground is possible, provided one knows how to communicate.
Calm down, it's urgent!
You are focused on your work and suddenly, an emergency arises. Then another. At the end of the day - or even the year! - you feel like you haven't done anything. Taking a step back is necessary.
Nothing Personal
There is a lot of criticism in the workplace. But behind the criticisms, there are often egos trying to show superiority. Realizing this helps formulate real solutions.
Published January 2, 2013.
Posted online January 3, 2013.
Jobboom.com
Stuck!
Finding yourself "between a rock and a hard place" at work can be stressful for some workers. The boss says X, the client says Y, and you don't know how to act with a clear conscience. Ethical reflection can be helpful.
Misunderstanding Introverts
Introverts are often criticized for their lack of warmth and spontaneity. They nonetheless possess unsuspected qualities.
Commitment, yes, but...
On the one hand, bosses want workers who are dedicated. On the other hand, employees need to feel confident to give their all. A common ground is possible, provided one knows how to communicate.
Calm down, it's urgent!
You are focused on your work and suddenly, an emergency arises. Then another. At the end of the day - or even the year! - you feel like you haven't done anything. Taking a step back is necessary.
Nothing Personal
There is a lot of criticism in the workplace. But behind the criticisms, there are often egos trying to show superiority. Realizing this helps formulate real solutions.
Published January 2, 2013.
Posted online January 3, 2013.
Jobboom.com
