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网页A reader writes: I am a first-time manager of a virtual team, and one of my direct reports works from home 100% of the time. On a recent call, this employee was providing an overview of a new system and in the background, everyone on the project team could hear his three-year-old child screaming.
8 workplace rights you might not know you have — Ask a Manager
网页2012年10月29日 · None of those things are illegal … but you do have some rights at work that you might not know about. Here are eight of the most important workplace rights you might not realize you have. 1. Your employer can’t withhold your paycheck for poor performance. No matter how poorly you perform, your employer can’t dock your salary.
how to list the dates of your current job on your resume
网页2013年1月4日 · This is a tiny, minor, inconsequential thing, but I’m telling you anyway because I’m neurotic about small things: If you are currently employed, the dates on your resume for your current job should end with “present.”. For instance: Chocolate Teapot Maker, 2009 – present. not. Chocolate Teapot Maker, 2009 – 2013.
ending an email with “please advise” - Ask a Manager
网页2015年4月13日 · It’s all about being able to read the culture of your workplace. In mine, “please advise” is typically used when someone’s pretty irritated with you. Otherwise, you’d phrase it as a question or request, like, “I’d appreciate your input on this.”. In other contexts, obviously, the words are used more literally. 2.
how to write the perfect out-of-office message — Ask a Manager
网页2019年6月25日 · Here’s how to do it — and how not do it. 1. Cover the basics. Your message should explain that you’re out, when you’ll be back, and how reachable you are (if at all). In many cases, something like this is all you need: I’m out of the office until July 5. I won’t be checking email during that time, but will get back to you as soon as ...
everything you need to know about job references - Ask a Manager
网页2017年1月30日 · It’s very normal to ask a reference-checker not to contact your current boss because most people don’t let their employer know they’re job-searching. If an employer is insisting on a reference from your current manager, it’s reasonable to push back. You can point out that you can’t jeopardize your job by letting your manager know that ...
here’s a real-life example of a fantastic cover letter
网页2019年4月9日 · Here’s the letter, with identifying details changed. Dear Hiring Manager, It’s with great enthusiasm that I am applying to be your next Intergalactic Service Intern. I know that my background and expertise would serve the Mars Agency well and leave a lasting impression in your client management department.
how do I recover from a huge, fireable mistake at work?
网页2014年11月6日 · Make it clear that you understand what a huge mistake this was, what the potential impact could be, and how serious the situation is. Say that you’re mortified that it happened. Explain — briefly, and not defensively — where you went wrong and what steps you’re taking to avoid it ever happening again. Then see what your manager says.
how to handle a coworker who doesn’t respect your authority
网页2015年8月6日 · 3. Address the issue head-on. If the issue is chronic and your colleague’s resistance is impeding your work, be transparent with the person about what you’re seeing. For example, you might say: “I’m noticing that you’ve disagreed with most of the decisions I’ve made on this project. I’m interested in hearing input, but after a ...
how can you convince your employer to hire additional staff?
网页2013年11月26日 · 3. Put this all on a single page, two maximum, ideally in bullet points. Make it easy to skim and digest. Don’t assume anyone will read a long memo. This is the business case for making the new hire. 4. Then go and talk to your boss about it. If you have a reasonable boss and you’ve laid out a compelling case, you have a decent chance of ...