Q&A: My Friend Asked Me to Moonlight for His Company. Should I?Question: Recently, I met my friend for lunch and he asked me to help out in his company on a freelance basis (on top of my day job). Having an extra source of income would be nice, but I'm worried about the negative implications of moonlighting. Sho...
Q&A: Is It Worthwhile to Pursue a Degree While Working?Question: Although I've never been to university, I've amassed a few good years of working experience. But I now stand at a crossroads in my career: Either stay in the workforce, or take time off to pursue an undergraduate degree. Is it worth the tim...
My Boss Asked Me to do Something Illegal. Should I?Question: Recently, my boss told me to underreport the company's annual revenue. When I pointed out that this was an illegal act, he told me to overlook it and even offered me a pay rise if I would promise to keep quiet about it. Although I have noth...
How Can I make Power Naps at the Work Place a Viable Option?Question: I've been feeling really drowsy at work, especially around mid-day, and I would like to be able to take a short nap but the office isn't a very conducive place to do so. What can I do to make power napping a viable option during my lunch ho...
Should I, SME Owner, Allow My Employees to Work From Home?Question: I am setting up a Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) and am wondering if I should have my employees work from home and/or collaborate online. Is it worth it to do so? Answer: In a nutshell? It depends on the nature your business, really. If ...
How Can I Handle A Toxic Co-Worker?Question: My colleague's persistent complaining is so bad that it's sapping my energy and positive outlook, and that of everyone else in the workplace. Furthermore, my colleague seems to be able to escape censure while undermining my work and critici...
Should I Micromanage My Employees?Question: I recently became the boss of my own company, and I am not sure what kind of management style to adopt in the office. Is it safe to leave my employees to their own devices, or should I constantly check on them in person? Answer: One stereot...
Should I Join an MNC or SME?Question: I am a fresh graduate who currently has multiple job offers from various companies. For my first job, which would I be better off joining: a Multinational corporation (MNC) or a Small and Medium Enterprise (SME)? Answer: Firstly, congratula...
How To Handle Challenging IntervieweesQuestion:I am the hiring manager for my company and I recently encountered some challenging interview candidates. One didn't dare to make eye contact with me throughout the interview, while another made excessive hand gestures as he was talking enthu...
3 Tips To Managing InternsQuestion: I operate a SME (small and medium enterprise), and have just hired an intern to help out in my company over the next few months. How can I best manage my intern so that we have a mutually beneficial working arrangement? Answer: Firstly, you...
Should I make a counter-offer?Question: My employee just informed me that he has had a job offer from another company and in accepting this offer, given me his one month's notice. This is a hardworking and capable employee who I've always been able to rely on, and it will take me...
Should I still work when I'm sick?Question: Recently I took my first medical leave of the current year. But when I tried to rest at home, my mind kept drifting back to work-related matters. The sense of guilt I experienced about not being able to work was overwhelming and I kept thin...
How to explain being fired?Question: During my three year tenure at a company, I made significant contributions and acquired good annual reviews. However, following a change in management, I was given a termination of employment. How do I explain this at my next job interview?...
Now that I'm the boss, do I have to turn evil?Question: When I was a subordinate, I complained about how my bosses were unforgiving and emotionally volatile. They exploded at the smallest mistakes, such as being five minutes late for a meeting. Now that I've been promoted to a managerial positio...
The Nosy ParkerQuestion: My colleague is always poking his nose into everybody else's business. He seems to have an obsession with wanting to know everything about everyone - from our love life to the type of diet we follow. Not only does he cut into conversations ...
Love is in the airQuestion: After several months of working together on a project, I've developed romantic feelings for my colleague and as it turns out, she feels the same way. I've seen first-hand how adorable office romances can be, but I'm also aware of the conseq...
- What the [Bleep]?
Question: My colleague is a great worker. He meets deadlines, gets along well with most people in the office and participates actively in meetings. But there's just one problem - he swears too much. Although he's generally a likable person, I've noti...
My colleague dresses like a slob.Question: My colleague dresses like a slob. I'm talking about threadbare faded T-shirts and slippers! While the company's general but unspoken dress code is smart casual - most of us do go into the office wearing jeans but usually with covered shoes ...
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