workplace affairs and relationships

I never begrudge an enterprising individual the opportunity to make a buck. But the Work Doctor needs to take a hike. In the continuing effort to make each and every one of us into a victim , the workplace is the newest frontier. And the Work Doctor is leading the way. Just like those who wring their hands, over employees using Facebook on company time, are able to come up with outlandish figures of lost revenues , so are those who are working to eradicate bullying at work , able to quantify the cost of employees being snotty to each other. Although they do ... Read Full Story

Good people in good marriages are having affairs. The workplace and the Internet have become fertile breeding grounds for "friendships" that can slowly and insidiously turn into love affairs . 75% of all relationships are affected by infidelity. Many cheaters are upstanding, well educated citizens who hold high positions in the entertainment industry, business sector, law, and even government. Isn't that right Mr. Clinton? Of those who stay in an unhappy marriage or an ever increasing number survive by having an affair. It is estimated that approximately half of all married spouses have had at least one affair. Is it any wonder that half ... Read Full Story

If this is your first “Business Lessons of a Firefighter” you might like to read the introduction . Recently I wrote about mates being awesome and that the best thing about joining the Fire Service is the camaraderie that comes with it. Honestly I have never been involved in anything else that has had such a strong sense of community and holds the value of “having each others back” so highly. It is an incredible organization for that reason. Our company Queensberry also has an amazing culture that fosters the feeling of one family and of looking after each other. We are very proud ... Read Full Story

I've seen good people with nice families and promising careers, throw it all away for an office tryst with someone they supervise. Workplace relationships need to be managed like any other investment; be smart, think long-term and stay focused on the end goal. One of the best ways to ruin your career and your marriage is to engage in intimate, romantic relationships with people who report to you directly. Dating subordinates can lead to lower co-worker morale, inequity, perception of favoritism, harassment complaints, hostile work environment, rumors, disruptions and distractions. To company leadership, a person in a position of authority who dates subordinates shows ... Read Full Story

Can thinking about your job in a different way be enough to prevent you being unhappy at work? According to a new study from Canada it can, enough so as to reduce the number of sick days taken and increase turnover. An intervention program used on health-care workers in Alberta was specifically designed to create action plans that will boost employees sense of purpose and appreciation of others. Researchers found that by thinking about and enhancing these aspects of the workplace, morale and job retention was increased and employees were left feeling happier, healthier and more productive. The ‘Spirit at Work’ program used techniques ... Read Full Story