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Workplace Culture & Life

Navigating relationships, balance, and wellbeing at work.

An angry boss gestures wildly with a document at a meeting while a stressed employee slumps forward in despair.

Workplace Culture & Life

How to Deal With a Toxic Boss: 10 Signs & Solutions

You can handle a toxic boss by setting boundaries, documenting issues, seeking support, and planning next steps. Learn how to cope before deciding to quit.

Kirsten Chorpenning

By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice Writer

Updated: May 29, 2026

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17 min read

A sick woman in bed holds a phone to her ear with a thermometer under her arm, calling off work on short notice.

Workplace Culture & Life

20 Good Excuses to Miss Work on Short Notice

Good excuses to miss work on short notice include illness, emergencies, and other unexpected situations. Learn how to call off professionally.

Kirsten Chorpenning

By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jun 18, 2026

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16 min read

Man sits at desk massaging temples as he feels taken advantage of at work.

Workplace Culture & Life

15 Signs You’re Being Taken Advantage of at Work & What to Do About It

Signs you're being taken advantage of at work include after-hours contact and being underpaid. Learn more red flags, how to spot them, and how to respond.

Kirsten Chorpenning

By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jun 29, 2026

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18 min read


The summer slowdown at work: Myth or reality?
Workplace Culture & Life

The summer slowdown at work: Myth or reality?

Megan Dawkin
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Workplace Culture & Life

Survival Strategies for Single Working Parents

Elizabeth Muenzen
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3 Times You Need to Push Back at Work
Workplace Culture & Life

3 Times You Need to Push Back at Work

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When a workplace rivalry becomes war
Workplace Culture & Life

When a workplace rivalry becomes war

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Want to work from home? Understand the pros and cons before deciding
Workplace Culture & Life

Want to work from home? Understand the pros and cons before deciding

Emily March
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Are You a People Pleaser? (And If So, Why Is That an Issue?)
Workplace Culture & Life

Are You a People Pleaser? (And If So, Why Is That an Issue?)

Elizabeth Muenzen
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The 5 new boss moves that will make you office poison
Workplace Culture & Life

The 5 new boss moves that will make you office poison

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25 Mentor Gifts That Say Thank You
Workplace Culture & Life

25 Mentor Gifts That Say Thank You

Vicki Salemi
By Vicki Salemi, Career Advice ExpertUpdated: May 14, 20259 min read
Manage your micromanager
Workplace Culture & Life

Manage your micromanager

Kirsten Chorpenning
By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice WriterUpdated: May 13, 20255 min read

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