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more about #work more comments → jonesjl: Today I sat through my school professional development day. We haven't been doing well on our tests so we have to have mandatory professional developm... more » PennyFarthing: What about impersonations? My co-workers and I usually just impersonate people behind their backs. I don't think it's mean spirited necessarily but it... more » itsonreserve: Office gossip is like a Darwin thing to me - everyone does it, but only the stupid people are so brash they get caught and punished. And then the res... more » TurtleWexlerKickedMe: My former office was ripe with gossip - some funny and entertaining, some that sucked. And for a huge global company, it was a no-brainer that what I ... more » morninggloria: I'm not ashamed to admit that I'm one of the gossip hubs in my office. It's not my fault. I sit in an area that is far away from my bosses, and peop... more » la.donna.pietra: Academia is the best for gossip. Hands down. Between the incredibly tiny global professional circles of specialties, the frequent position changes, ... more » LoSpaz: Interesting. Most of my workplace gossip takes place when a group of us goes out for drinks after work - it somehow seems less fraught if we aren't on... more » AtomiClash: humanitarian misanthrope: As one who works in a poisonously gossipy office, I can see no good coming of it. I work in a charity, made mostly of women, almost all of whom are w... more » curiousgeorgiana: Word to the wise: no gossiping during layoffs. Hardest time to avoid doing it -- yet the time where you're most likely to end up on a short list if ... more » JessickerFletcher: Gossip in the workplace is a good thing? What's next, headbands? #gossip more » boobookitteh: "If people are talking positively it can be a way to enhance someone's reputation." I've never actually heard people whispering in the corner about ... more » Eleanor Ramilly: A word of advice, gossip wisely. There are a few in my office who spew vapidly at anyone who will listen. How these people think their passive-aggress... more » brookster: I recall reading once that office gossip is in some ways valuable because it provides people with cues for appropriate behavior. Of course that assum... more » emfish55: I never gossip at work. I just sometimes vehemently express my extreme dislike for certain other people in my office. Out of respect for them, I do ... more » femme-bot: Whoever thinks there isn't gossip in the workplace has never worked retail or in sales. Or in a restaurant. You are fueled by gossip. And coffee. #gossip more » -
#idlechatter
Office Gossip: Can't Live With It, Shouldn't Live Without It
The New York Times' John Tierney asks: "Could adults gossiping in the office be more devious than the teenagers in Gossip Girl?" The answer, of course, is: Yes. And a new study reveals that gossip in the workplace? Overwhelmingly negative. More » -
#boysclub
Is White House Sports Culture Detrimental To Women's Advancement?
Citing a team sport heavy culture, the Obama administration is under fire for the lack of women at high profile games. Yesterday's New York Times cut straight to the point: "Does the White House feel like a frat house?" More » -
#clips
Maria Shriver, Valerie Jarrett Discuss The Changing Role Of Working Women On Meet The Press
Maria Shriver and White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett appeared on Meet the Press this morning to kick off Shriver's "A Woman's Nation" series. Today's incredibly interesting installment focused on the changing role of women in the work force. More » -
#ohbaby
Should Women Without Children Also Get Maternity Leave?
According to Henry Wallop of The Telegraph, 74% of women in Britain feel they should have the right to take the same six-month break that new mothers are given, and "more than two-thirds of those in favour were mothers themselves." More » -
#worksucks
Surveys Say Bosses Are Dishonest, Superficial
According to a new survey, more than half of Americans think their bosses are liars, and more than a quarter would fire them if they could. More » -
#femaleproblems
Is "Gender Fatigue" Stopping You From Discussing Discrimination at Work?
A new study looking at workplace attitudes begs the question: how do we talk about problems of sexism when people are sick of hearing about it? Dr. Elisabeth Kelan proves understanding a problem is not the same as solving it. More » -
#jezenomics
"Opting Back In" Not So Easy For Real-Life Wives
Jenny Sanford has sold an "inspirational memoir" to Random House, and on CBS's The Good Wife, Julianna Margulies goes from bad marriage to awesome legal career. But not all women pick up their lives — or careers — so easily.
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#networking101
"But... I'm Too Shy To Network!"
In 2008, I started attending conferences with Carmen, had a pocketful of business cards that I only distributed a few of, and felt really uncomfortable and nervous in crowds. This year, she asked me for tips on networking. What changed?
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#moneymatters
Do Women Self Sabotage at Work?
Forbes poses the question that I hate to hear: Do women make mistakes at work? Of course they do! Can this be discussed separately from structural and societal issues that contribute to self-sabotage? Hell no!
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#workingit
Sexual Harassment Is A Crime Of Power, Not Passion
In the wake of a new study on the nature of sexual harassment, a spate of articles have been published exploring the new digital dangers for women in the work place. But where are the solutions?
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#recessionomics
Japan's Bar Hostesses: Demeaned Or Empowered?
Paid to drink and flirt with men (but not to sleep with them) Japan's bar hostesses are getting more respect in the economic downturn.
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#theelleword
Do Women Make Better Bosses — And Whistleblowers?
Elle publisher Carol Smith tells the Times why women make better bosses — and explodes a bunch of gender stereotypes in the process. But is she also creating new ones?
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#racerelations
Diversity Advocate Explains What Not To Say To White People
In an interview with NPR's Michelle Martin, Luke Visconti of DiversityInc. explains his "9 Things NEVER to Say to White Colleagues." Are his tips helpful, or do they minimize the difficulties minorities have in dealing with white coworkers? More » -
#wifelyduty
Why I (Don't) Want A Wife
Ever since Judy Syfers wrote "Why I Want a Wife" in 1971, people have been using the word "wife" to refer to non-spouses who perform traditional "wifely" chores, like cleaning. The latest culprit: a service called The Occasional Wife. More » -
#equalnotseparate
Making Men Work No Better Than Making Women Stay Home
Courtney Martin writes that reinforcing traditional gender roles at work and home causes harm to both sexes. She says we should stop viewing the economy as "us vs. them" and start just thinking about all of us. [American Prospect] -
#twitcrit
Susan Orlean Asks, Is Writing Harder For Women?
Writer Susan Orlean is generating a lot of discussion with this Tweet: "Is it just an accident there are so few female literary non-fiction writers? The focus necessary plus the travel & odd hours makes it tough." More » -
#bedtimestories
Too Tired For Sex? Why "Just Do It" Is Not The Answer
A recent study claims that 80% of Brits would rather get extra sleep than have sex, and the Daily Mail's Jackie Clune wonders if we should just wake our tired asses up and "Do It." More » -
#recessionomics
Recession Forces Teens To Work For Expensive Summer Programs
In yet another installment of its how-is-the-recession-affecting-rich-people series, the Times reports that affluent teens are cutting back on expensive summer programs, or even — gasp! — paying for them themselves. More »
