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Jeffrey Yip Ph.D., writing for Psychology Today, says that many leaders interpret resistance to change (slow rolling implementation, raising objections long after a decision has been made, or non-compliance) as signals of toxic behavior. But Dr. Yip says “what looks like resistance is often fatigue, overload, or distress, not defiance.” It’s a signal of organizational … Continue reading Resistance is a Signal. But Not of What You Think.
(This is a reprint of a post from 2020. Unfortunately, it’s just as scary today.) Halloween is my favorite holiday, so I’m focused on spooks, monsters, and things that go bump in the night today. Here are some monsters you might encounter in the workplace even after Halloween. Ghosting Recruiters. The term “ghosting” first appeared … Continue reading Monsters in the Workplace
I came across this the other day, and it made me laugh out loud (LOL, for my young readers; it’s an actual thing IRL.) “English is confusing because it’s not a language. It’s three languages standing on each other’s shoulders and wearing a trench coat.” Then it made me think. When you look for patterns in English, you think … Continue reading English is Not a Language
The job interview serves as a mutual evaluation between a hiring manager and a candidate, assessing fit for the role and the team. Questions that feel intrusive may come up, but understanding their intent can help navigate these situations. Candidates should focus on showcasing their skills and experience, while being mindful of potential biases in employers.
Welcome back to the Stay Relevant advice column, where we answer readers’ burning questions about their careers and how thrive in a fast-changing workplace. Candace Moody, a career coach and writer with more than 30 years of experience, offers insight into what’s bothering you and what might be keeping you stuck. Send your questions to … Continue reading A Manager Has to Deliver Bad News
Welcome back to the Stay Relevant advice column, where we answer readers’ burning questions about their careers and how thrive in a fast-changing workplace. Send your questions to candace@candacemoody.com When we have an important team meeting or meet with clients, my boss always asks me to take notes. I wouldn’t mind (I’m good at it) … Continue reading Being Asked to Take Notes
Welcome back to the Stay Relevant advice column, where we answer readers’ burning questions about their careers and how thrive in a fast-changing workplace. I offer insight into what’s bothering you and what might be keeping you stuck. Send your questions to candace@candacemoody.com Dear Stay Relevant: I’ve been in my role for over 10 years … Continue reading Have I Just Been Demoted?
Oliver Burkeman, in a great post for his The Imperfectionist blog, writes about why it’s hard to get started on, well, almost anything, whether it’s your dreaded end of the month report or your passion project. He credits social scientist James Horton for identifying why people who’d like to do more writing fail to do … Continue reading Why Getting Started is So Hard
“There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so,” William Shakespeare, Hamlet. Between ads, news headlines, social media posts, emails and other direct communication, we are exposed to thousands of messages a day. Chances are, you’re making a snap judgment about whether what you just saw was “good” or “bad” within nanoseconds … Continue reading Evaluation Narrows Your Mind
Rack up another casualty of remote work and pandemic lockdowns: professionals are reluctant to reach out to other professionals, even as 70% say “your network matters more than your resume.” That’s one of the findings of Resume Now’s latest Networking in the New Job Market Report, based on a survey conducted with 1,000 U.S. workers … Continue reading You Know In-Person Networking Can Help Advance Your Career. But You’re Still Not Doing It.
