Dear DW, I’ve noticed some of my colleagues talking about the upcoming elections. I know that in the past, talking politics and religion was frowned upon. Has anything changed? Signed, Politically Hesitant Dear Hesitant, You have good reason to feel uneasy about joining the conversation. Talking about politics can be OK if...
Dear DW, Is it too casual to use texting language in emails, Slack, or Teams, or are there times when it is appropriate? Signed, Inclined to Text Dear Inclined, When people text, there is often a familiarity within the conversation that isn’t typically found in workplace emails. In a text,...
Regaining Trust after a Loss of Temper Dear DW, I lost my temper in a meeting. How can I regain my team’s trust? Signed, Short Fuse Dear Short, If it’s any consolation, you’re not the only one who has had this experience. In fact, more than half of employees have...
How Do I Safeguard My Ideas? Dear DW, One of my colleagues is constantly stealing my ideas and making it seem like they are his own. How do I work with someone who rarely contributes original thoughts yet gets credit for my work? Signed, Plagiarized Dear Plagiarized, When someone frequently takes...
Dear DW: How do I complain to my manager about a colleague’s insensitive comments in a way that ensures my concerns are heard and taken seriously? Signed, Afraid of Causing a Backlash or “Blacklash” Dear Afraid, Complaining about a colleague or work situation can be tricky in the best...
Do I Have to Keep Up with My Boss’s Work Hours? Dear DW, The head of sales promotion at my firm is a self-proclaimed early bird, churning out emails at 7 a.m. Do I need to keep up to be seen as a team player? Signed, Late Bird Losing...
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