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how can we stop people from coming into work sick?

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update: should I write a list of rules so a colleague treats me decently?

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employee missed work because of birthday drinking, manager scratches his butt before high-fiving us, and more

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updates: the bereavement gift, the free advice, and more

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update: I was asked out on LinkedIn

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update: I’m inheriting an employee who causes chaos wherever they go

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my employee calls in sick after any negative feedback

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update: my employee is demoralized after a promotion was dangled in front her and then yanked away

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my staff found me tied up after a robbery, I resent how often my coworker is out sick, and more

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updates: 2 employees dislike each other, scolded for “eavesdropping,” and more

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update: I’m afraid of flying — and my job requires a lot of travel

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update: do I have to share my story on a “women in industry” panel?

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I supervise a an abusive manager

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update: am I obligated to use my personal network for my job?

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the worst boss of 2025 is…

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coworkers are leaving love notes for each other, everyone’s upset about my anniversary gift, and more

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weekend open thread – December 13-14, 2025

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updates: the wall of shame, the performance review restrictions, and more

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vote for the worst boss of 2025: the finals

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my office won’t call me lord, new boss knows I’m job searching, and more

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