Civility at Work
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- Why (Most) Citizens Are Not “Responsible for the Actions of their State”
Are citizens responsible for injustices perpetrated by their nations' governments? In a recent statement defending her policy of denying ... read more - ‘Why does she stay’; Advocates address stigma survivors face
When it comes to the barriers survivors face when leaving an abusive relationship, sometimes the obstacles make it more difficult to leave than to stay in the situation. ... read more - Election 2022 Special Report: Wilton Debates, Bumpy Road Ahead — Keith Denning, Candidate Interview
Every election season for the last several years, candidate debates in Wilton have been organized by the Wilton League of Women Voters (LWV) and co-sponsored by the Wilton Library and GOOD Morning … ... read more - Don’t Spy on Employees to Ensure They’re Working, Microsoft Says
“Leaders think their employees are not productive, whereas employees think they are being productive and in many cases even feel burnt out,” Microsoft Chief Executive Officer Satya Nadella said. ... read more - how should I deal with an anxious and needy coworker?
A reader writes: I have a coworker in her late 20’s, Patricia, who has been a part of my team for about five months now. I have been employed at this ... read more - Thank you for being mannerly
My mannerly response of choice now is the one my mother taught me over and over again as a child: “You’re welcome.” You may see no difference between the modern, slangy reply “no problem” and “you’re welcome, ... read more - Employee fired 1 day after complaining to HR about discrimination, EEOC says
When discipline follows protected activity, HR may need to exercise caution. ... read more - When toxic people finally exit your life
Getting rid of a toxic person in your life can be diffi cult and painful, but it's well worth the eff ort. Most unfortunately and sadly, the person you would ... read more - My Assistant Thinks She’s My Peer
How do I get her to realize I'm in charge? ... read more - Woman Urged to Contact HR After ‘Nepo-Hire’ Coworker Called Her a ‘Bimbo’
One commenter said, "His behavior is simultaneously racial and sexual harassment. It is completely unacceptable." ... read more - Psychological Research Offers 3 Strategies To Strengthen Your Ethical Code
Science can help us understand when and why our ethics get blurred. ... read more - ‘Quiet firing’: How employers and workers can address this latest business trend
An emerging business trend is known as "quiet firing," when an employer creates a situation that forces an employee to resign. This includes denying raises and bonuses; here's how to handle it. ... read more