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Would you refer a friend to work in your department at your company?
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Female
Yes
Male
Yes

Why are employees sometimes escorted from the building when they are fired?

  • There have been situations where fired employees came back and it was a DARK day for everyone. Safety reasons they have to scorch out and...

16 answers • Office Culture

How can you tell during an interview if a workplace is toxic?

  • Bad attitudes from employees, including employees that have "checked out". Employees needing to take a larger than normal amount of time off...

32 answers • Office Culture

How important was your Company's mission while job searching?
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Very Important
Important
Neutral
Less Important
Not Important

Where is the line drawn between using office supplies for personal use and stealing?

  • If the office supply cannot be replaced for less than $2, then I would consider it stealing.

12 answers • Office Culture

How did my company really decide how much of a raise to give me?

  • My company uses a quarterly system to decide the amount of raises.

12 answers • Office Culture

Are you motivated by your company's mission, vision, & values?
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Female
Yes
Male
Yes

Should I let my boss know that one of my coworkers isn't getting enough work done?

  • I would approach the co-worker first and tell them your concerns.

29 answers • Office Culture

What are the most important things to consider before deciding between multiple job offers?

  • Life/work balance Salary Product or Service company is selling

18 answers • Professional Development

Does your company have a positive employer brand?
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Female
Yes
Male
Yes

As an employer, at what point should I take the final step and fire someone?

  • If you’ve tried coaching them, talking, explaining how things need to change and they can’t or won’t make the needed changes after multiple...

21 answers • Leadership

How would you describe the Office vibe at your company?
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Engaging
Laid Back
Serious
Boring
Toxic

As a manager, how can I manage someone who I user to work with?

  • Have a frank discussion about the awkwardness of the situation! Also, it's OK to have close relationships with coworkers, without it being...

9 answers • Leadership

What's something a boss told you that changed your outlook on work?

  • N/A. Positive messages usually comes from other people I help daily.

13 answers • Leadership

Does your current company have a great office vibe?
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Female
Yes
Male
Yes

Why is the average worker often so critical of management?

  • Statistically, mediocre managers get promoted, AND many managers get comfortable and STOP striving to learn more on how to engage their...

19 answers • Office Culture

What are your biggest work distractions?
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Social Media/Internet
Coworkers/Boss
Family
Personal Finances
Health

Where should the line be drawn for expensing food/hospitality on business trips?

  • I think it's cheating to spend more than you usually would on yourself on dining, etc., unless you are entertaining a very high-value...

12 answers • Office Culture

How many phone/in person interviews did you have before you were hired at your current company?
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1
2
3
4
5 or more

Why does my boss continue to encourage a toxic culture when it hurts productivity?

  • Because the boss does notn know what goes on day to day w/in the office

17 answers • Professional Development

How’s the work life balance at your company?
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Excellent
Good
Neutral
Not Great
Terrible

How will you know when its time to retire? Should I ever retire?

  • When you become so cynical that you even can't stand your thoughts/actions about your job. If you can't physically do the job/work. Do you...

6 answers • Professional Development

Where is the line drawn between "acting professional" and having fun at work?

  • Depends on your work place. Intention and perception are the only two pieces that matter when making this decision. If the activity is done...

55 answers • Professional Development

How long did you have to wait before you heard a response after your last interview?
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Same day
Within a week
1-2 Weeks
2-4 Weeks
4+ Weeks

What are some tips for giving an employee a negative but constructive review?

  • Be clear, be direct. Don't try to understate mistakes or problems. People deserve honesty and clarity. When you're honest with each other,...

44 answers • Leadership

As a manager, when is it okay for an employee to stand up to you?

  • Stand up I think is the wrong approach. I think engaging in a conversation about ideas for alternative approaches is good. create a...

14 answers • Leadership