Schedule change?
Q: I have been working as a receptionist for a few years, at a local law firm. We have a new office manager, who is my supervisor. For the past few years, I have been fortunate to be able to … Continued
Back-channel references, what are they and how to handle
Q: I am a new supervisor and recently learned that I am a final candidate for a new role at a company, that has always been my dream company. One of the interviewers said that they planned to do a … Continued
Do open offices improve collaboration?
Q: During the pandemic, my company reduced our office space. Now many of us are being asked to return to the office. The offices are no longer the same. Our office space is all open. No one has a cube. … Continued
Brushing teeth in the bathroom, and still not on time
Q: Most of the employees in my office are returning to at least a hybrid schedule. I supervise a small team, and we very laid back in the office. Sometimes too laid back in my opinion. There is a lot … Continued
Inappropriate, and likely illegal hiring practices
Q: As a new leader, in a new company, I am learning the ropes. I like 90% of my role and my new employer. However, this company is less structured, more casual. We schedule a lot of fun events like … Continued
“Frat boy” comments in the workplace
Q: I work for a small, but growing company in Cambridge. The company started in a small apartment in Somerville and most of us were hired during the pandemic. The place is very casual. The CEO is young and immature. … Continued
Pattie Hunt Sinacole addresses accommodations and dogs
Q: I have a specific question for you. I work for a company that is casual and flexible. We can choose how to dress. We have a ton of flexibility. They provide meals sometimes. They often have fun events for … Continued
Generational differences? Pattie Hunt Sinacole offers a possible explanation
Q: I am in my mid 50s and feel like I am out of touch with my employees. They complain about our workplace, often times not the work on their desks. They ask if what I am doing about the … Continued
Mental health issues in the workplace, expert Abbie Rosenberg weighs in
Q: As a manager, we are seeing a rise in mental health issues in our workplace. Most of these concerns are occurring within our 20 something employees. Is there something we can do to support our employees? Our EAP (Employee … Continued
A “people” culture and flexibility
Q: I work in a technology company. Most employees really put forth an effort every day and on every project. There are a few who take advantage of our laid-back “people” culture. There is a group who will take afternoon … Continued