Office Politics
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The Invisible Hand of the Corporate Culture
By: Paul Larson
The culture of an organization is a multifaceted matter that includes all of a group's shared values, attitudes, beliefs, assumptions, and behaviors. more...
Battle Over Employees Using Web on Company Time
By: Ann Berkeley
Companies worry they are losing millions annually as employees spend working time surfing auction and social networking sites. Restricting access is not the answer. more...
Reasons Why Your Boss Might Hate You
By: Scott Hayden
Not taking your job seriously will guarantee that the relationship between you and your boss will go sour. The top complaints are tardiness and a lack of initiative. more...
Three Things That Make an Employee Essential
By: Reece Manley
Layoff concerns loom large in the current economy. Ward off job loss by making by appearing to be the most valuable employee in the firm. more...
By: Ann Berkeley
In the shrinking job market where layoffs are immediate, how can you tell if you're at risk? Check up on your employer to see whether he's paying his bills. more...
The Politics of a Family Business
Hiring a family member is not like hiring anyone else. The normal office politics can get out of control. But there are steps you can take to keep the madness in check. more...
By: Melissa Dylan
In general, becoming too buddy-buddy with subordinates is a bad idea. You're putting yourself in a position to be taken advantage of, or to lose respect from employees. more...
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