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The State of the Workplace for LGBT Americans
Workplace laws protecting LGBT workers continue to evolve, but one constant remains: federal law does not protect workers from being fired because of their sexual orientation or gender identity, and a bill to enact such protections (the Employment No
The State of the Workplace for LGBT Americans
Workplace laws protecting LGBT workers continue to evolve, but one constant remains: federal law does not protect workers from being fired because of their sexual orientation or gender identity, and a bill to enact such protections (the Employment No
The State of the Workplace for LGBT Americans
Workplace laws protecting LGBT workers continue to evolve, but one constant remains: federal law does not protect workers from being fired because of their sexual orientation or gender identity, and a bill to enact such protections (the Employment No
Summer Attire: What Not to Wear to Work
No matter how high the temperature rises, the right business clothes still make a strong statement in the workplace.Experts say that no matter how hot it gets, flip-flops, shorts, and tank tops remain fashion don’ts in most offices–and even workers
Summer Attire: What Not to Wear to Work
No matter how high the temperature rises, the right business clothes still make a strong statement in the workplace.Experts say that no matter how hot it gets, flip-flops, shorts, and tank tops remain fashion don’ts in most offices–and even workers
Embarrassing Moments at Work: How to Recover
Years later, I still remember that sinking feeling, just after I’d hit the Send button after writing an email complaining about an editor.My worst virtual fear was quickly confirmed: Yes, I had sent my bit of snark to the editor instead of my friend-
Embarrassing Moments at Work: How to Recover
Years later, I still remember that sinking feeling, just after I’d hit the Send button after writing an email complaining about an editor.My worst virtual fear was quickly confirmed: Yes, I had sent my bit of snark to the editor instead of my friend-
Beware of Workplace “Frenemies”
If you’ve had a job, you know the type: a colleague who’s friendly and helpful on the surface–but who’s career poison. These workplace “frenemies” come in many guises, so be alert to the dangers lurking beneath some warm or appealing demeanors.
Intern Your Way into a New Job
When you hear the word “intern,” you likely think of an eager college student tasked with making copies or fetching coffees. But you might want to think again. At any age, and especially when jobs are scarce, an internship can be an effective wa
Job-Search Tips for People Over 40
For job seekers over 40, “Botox” is the answer, according to journalist and image consultant Lisa Johnson Mandell.But that’s Botox for your resume–not your face–says Mandell, the author of “Career Comeback: Repackage Yourself to Get the J
