July 16, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments my coworker took a video call from the bathroom, horrible exec is the boss’s best friend, and more — Ask a Manager It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My coworker took a video call from the bathroom I was on a call ... Read More
June 6, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments HR misused my emergency contacts, requesting payment from a family friend, and more — Ask a Manager It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My boss encouraged me to apply for a promotion, then said I didn’t have ... Read More
June 5, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments did my boss reject me just so she could hire a friend, my employee lives in her cubicle, and more — Ask a Manager It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Did my boss reject me just so she could hire a friend? Late last ... Read More
May 23, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments my friend is in trouble for attendance issues caused by her dad being sick — Ask a Manager A reader writes: I’m wondering if you have any advice on encouraging a coworker (or former coworker) to stand up for themselves. I have ... Read More
April 25, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments friend drama may collide with job hunt — Ask a Manager A reader writes: I have a friend, Jane, who I used to be close to, but in the past few years she’s been very ... Read More