THE POLITICS OF BAD FIT
When we say someone has a problem fitting into the culture, it’s often a polite way of saying "we don’t like them." What bad fit really means, and when to pull the plug.
YOU, ALONE INC.

Feeling lonely? Wishing you had a community to share ideas with? The downside of self-reliance, and how the new worker copes.
THE INVISIBLE MANAGER

"I have no one to go to for direction." Sounds familiar? It’s an increasingly common problem. Some people want more direction, others less.
I AM NOT A BRAND

Do you think of yourself as a brand?
Do you think people should think of themselves as a brand?
What does this mean for us as human beings?
HOW TO DEAL WITH DIFFICULT COWORKERS

Linda doesn’t understand why her colleague has suddenly become so hostile. "I’ve tried talking to her, but she denies there’s a problem." Difficult colleagues can make your life miserable. Learn how to identify a toxic coworker. 6 strategies for dealing with them.
SELF-MARKETING -- A CRITICAL NEW SKILL

"If I’m good, my work should speak for itself. I shouldn’t have to continually trumpet my accomplishments."
Do you feel comfortable selling yourself? Advice for reluctant self-marketers.
 

Sometimes, work and life dillemas are a result of a conflict between personal values or style and work expectations. For more, go to:
Personal Preferences

Sometimes, conflicts result when we lose control over the balance between honoring our work and personal commitments. For more, go to:
Balance Work & Personal Life