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Question:  Do your friends really know you?  Do they listen to you? Answer:  We have all heard the blah, blah, blah that 500+ people in your social network doesn’t translate to the real world and that it is critical to … Continue reading →

Q: I got fired.  Twenty years on the job and then in less than one week—out the door.  My whole group got fired. I am so ashamed.   What should I do? A:  Wait a minute:  it sounds like you were … Continue reading →

Q. I am shocked.  My best friend is in ICU. I can’t stay focused on work—honestly, I can’t pay attention to anything.  How can I get through this? A:  My heart goes out to you and may your friend have … Continue reading →

Q:  It just slipped out.  I am mortified.  Why can’t I just keep my mouth shut? A:  You are asking an important question and I am going to present two different viewpoints based on whether you were reprimanded because of … Continue reading →

Q:  Sarah held a higher position and when she left I took on her responsibilities.  It was supposed to be temporary but I have been doing the extra work for 5 months without compensation or a promotion.  My boss tells … Continue reading →

Q:  I tripped off the sidewalk and broke my foot.  Now I have to use a ridiculous-looking knee scooter to get around. I wonder: Is my situation tarnishing my credibility with my colleagues and clients? A:  Having to rely on … Continue reading →

Q: Twenty-five years of loyalty to Carrier and now my dad’s job is moving to Mexico. I don’t even know why I am sending this email, but I am ticked off! A:  Thank you for your email.  Shocking news, ineptly … Continue reading →

Q:  I reviewed my 2016 goals with my manager and I know that I can meet them.  I wonder, should I have made the goals more of a stretch? A:  Today is a good day to consider how you may … Continue reading →

Q:  I set goals but it seems that something always comes up.  I wanted to have my master’s completed by now but all I see is broken plans. Help. A: Please don’t despair and abandon your goal of completing your … Continue reading →

Q:  How can I squeeze in time to find the one?  I promised myself that I wouldn’t spend another Valentines Day drinking with the guys but that is exactly what I did. A:  If you think that you have to … Continue reading →