Dear Dr. Mimi, I’ve recently started dating a co-worker. How do I show her affection while still being professional around the office? —Loverboy
Dear Loverboy, Starting a new relationship is always fun and exciting, but remember not to mix business and pleasure. Work is not the place to show your affection. Treat her in a business-like manner, and keep PDA out of the workplace. You can also make it known that you are dating so that you don’t start inappropriate office gossip. —Dr. Mimi
Dear Dr. Mimi,I am new to the workforce and would like to be a leader. What should I do?—Follower Dear Follower,I have found that good leaders and good followers have many of the same attributes. They are both good listeners. They are both trustworthy. They care about people. They get their work done … to…
Dear Dr. Mimi,My work is stressful!!! I work to stay calm, but sometimes the pressure is so great that I want to explode! Help!!!—Stressed Out Dear Stressed Out,Stress can accumulate in the workplace, and it is not fun. Identify the specific source of your stress, and before it gets unbearable, do some stress reduction exercises,…
Creating a great workplace culture isn’t just nice to have. it’s essential if you want a thriving business today. A strong workplace culture is all about the shared values, behaviors, and beliefs that shape how employees interact and work together. A big perk of a great culture is engaged employees! When people feel valued, respected,…