Posts Tagged ‘workplaces’

The Biggest Myths of the Workplace

The Brazen Careerist, Penelope Trunk, wrote of 9 myths associated with the common workplace. Her most interesting concept, that she's written about before, is the myth that if you enjoy your job your life is improved so much.I happen to think there is a lot of truth in that myth, however, Penolope's argument that there is more importance in a positive attitude towards any work and good relationships in… Continue reading

May 22 2007 | By Craig | Tagged: myth, office, office-politics, officelife, workplace, workplaces | 1 comment»

Getting Great Attitude

Work is either fun or drudgery. It depends on your attitude. I like fun. —Colleen C. Barrett

Those of us who have been charged with hiring others, have very likely been taught to “look for someone with a great attitude; you can train them in all the skills they’ll need.”Good advice, but just the beginning.Here’s something to consider; attitude is a result of something. If a prospective candidate comes to you with… Continue reading

November 30 2006 | By Rosa | Tagged: attitude, environment, hiring, optimism, workplaces | 4 comments»