Civility at Work
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- Boss Hides A ‘Secret Test’ On Every Job Listing And Avoids Hiring Candidates Who Ignore ItBecause they picked out the grammatical errors, they were called in for an interview, during which the boss admitted that the error on the job listing was done on purpose as a "test" to see if people were paying attention. ... read more
- What New Research Says About Animal BehaviorThe last few months alone have been something of a boom time for research into the intelligence and behavior of animals. German researchers discovered a sort of pre-verbal stage in finches—similar to the babbling stage in humans—that leads to their ... read more
- Miss Manners: Do I stop talking when someone looks at their smartwatch?Dear Miss Manners: Not being naturally good at conversation, I’ve learned to look for specific cues that an exchange has been going on too long or that I need to move on. An obvious cue is when someone looks at their watch. ... read more
- 10 Ways to Enhance Your Professional ImageIn today’s competitive work environment, cultivating a strong professional image is crucial for career advancement and success. Your professional image ... read more
- 15 Poor Office Etiquette Practices Hindering Career AdvancementBad office etiquette can severely hinder career advancement, as unprofessional behaviors and attitudes can create negative impressions among colleagues and ... read more
- What do genes have to do with psychology? They likely influence your behavior more than you realizeHuman psychology is influenced by a complex network of genes and environmental factors. Studying how and when genes fail to cooperate could broaden our understanding of behavior. ... read more
- ‘Look at What These Students Have Gone Through:’ Data Reveal Behavior ConcernsNew student behavior data from the Department of Education confirms lingering pandemic impacts, how schools can better support students. ... read more
- Navigating Pre- and Post-Election Tensions in the Workplace, Part I: A Guide for EmployersEvery four years, a U.S. presidential election brings voters to an intersection where they decide whether to turn right or left. Halting at ... read more
- Chamber hosts ‘Equal Employment Opportunities’ in Q3 professional dev’t trainingThe comprehensive agenda covers key aspects such as: The focus of this professional development training revolves around fostering a workplace culture of civility and equity ... promoting ethical behavior, and ensuring compliance with equal employment ... read more
- Chinese companies offer to ‘resurrect’ deceased loved ones with AI avatarsTAIPEI, Taiwan — Whenever stress at work builds, Chinese tech executive Sun Kai turns ... companies like Microsoft and OpenAI have created internal committees to evaluate the behavior and ethics of their generative AI services, but there is no ... read more
- The Importance of Workplace EtiquetteIt enhances individual career opportunities and builds a professional image Manners are essential in the workplace for several reasons, as they contribute significantly towards the overall functioning and atmosphere of the work environment. ... read more
- The psychology behind hoarding behaviorUnderstanding the psychology behind hoarding behavior can help in developing effective treatments and support mechanisms for those affected. ... read more