INTERVIEWS & MORE
May 2011
Feedback at Work: Giving Clear Messages
Listen to Martha, in conversation with Anne Carbert, talk about how to deal
with your boss--when you're getting mixed messages about your work performance.
ARTICLES
October 2011
Showing Empathy Just Feels Phony!
Last month I started work with a senior manager at a computer software company. He had taken several courses in "active listening" and "paraphrasing", but still felt he wasn't coming across as being genuine:
"Trying to show empathy just feels phony".
June 2011
What's Wrong with Getting Angry!
Giving feedback is an important part of daily work life. Ideally it's supportive and constructive. But, when the message isn't clear--or comes across as a personal criticism--it can lead to conflict.
September 2010
She's A Stickler for Details!
Last month I started working with a new manager who was frustrated with his boss. "She's a stickler for details", he explained...His new boss, however, criticized his last presentation. She said it lacked focus and wasn't clear.
July 2010
Help! My Team is Full of Introverts!
On the job, we can easily run into problems when we have to work with someone who has a different personality type.
June 2010
She Just Gets Defensive!
"I can't talk to her...she just gets defensive!" A senior sales manager was fed up.
March 2010
I've Had it With This Job!
"I can't stand my work!" "I'm sick of this job!" "I'm ready for a career change!"
January 2010
I'm Juggling Too Much!
Do you have enough balance in your life?
December 2009
I Can't Stop Him from Talking!
Have you ever found yourself stuck in one of those meetings with a co-worker who just won't stop talking?
