All posts by Marcy Farrey

Humor Works in the Workplace

Humor Works in the Workplace
August 22, 2012 1 Comment »

Every moment at work isn’t a perfectly happy one — there are times that are a little dull or slow, and there are times that are packed full of projects or tasks.  Whether you’re feeling unmotivated or overworked, it can ... Read More »

No More Drama in the Office!

No More Drama in the Office!
August 21, 2012 2 Comments »

Are you sick of drama and cattiness in the workplace? So are we! But how do we stop it from happening and stay productive? Kelsey Meyer, the Senior Vice President of Digital Talent Agents, says her company has successfully avoided ... Read More »

The Making of a Good Conversation

The Making of a Good Conversation
August 18, 2012 No Comments »

If you’re headed out this weekend, you may have the chance to make some new connections. Whether it’s a potential new client, a new network contact, a new friend, or your next date, how you conduct that first conversation is ... Read More »

Don’t Fear Your Innovative Side

Don’t Fear Your Innovative Side
August 17, 2012 1 Comment »

Let’s face it: an innovative idea isn’t usually respected until the idea builds momentum and finally catches on.  We don’t see it as innovative until it becomes popular. Big businesses often fail to adopt new ideas quick enough because the ... Read More »

Increase Positivity in Your Workplace

Increase Positivity in Your Workplace
August 17, 2012 1 Comment »

If you’ve ever worked in a negative office environment, you know just how painful and soul-crushing it can be. There are some managers out there who believe that daily yelling and arguing with their employees is the best way to ... Read More »

Make the Best Decision for You

Make the Best Decision for You
August 16, 2012 1 Comment »

When confronting a major decision, you most likely seek an outside opinion first.  You might be considering quitting a job, buying a house or breaking up with a boyfriend.  Naturally, you ask the people who know you best for their ... Read More »

Make Time for Learning

Make Time for Learning
August 10, 2012 1 Comment »

We’re almost halfway through August and the back-to-school advertisements are playing during every commercial break. In just a couple of weeks, the kids head back to the classroom. Most of you are likely out of school. I have just one ... Read More »

Make the Most of Your Mistakes

Make the Most of Your Mistakes
August 9, 2012 No Comments »

You’ve heard the saying before: “Nobody’s perfect.”  There’s no avoiding the fact that you will make mistakes, and unfortunately, you will make some of those mistakes at work.  They could be big or small blunders, but they will happen. Alex ... Read More »

Combatting Envy in Your Career

Combatting Envy in Your Career
August 8, 2012 No Comments »

When I first decided to change careers, I had this bad habit of checking Facebook every morning as soon as I woke up.  I was temporarily working retail and applying for grad school, so I had a lot of extra ... Read More »