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An employee who lied to get a reference, avoiding hugs, and lots more.

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Contrary to popular belief, you CAN say no to your boss -- as long as you do it the right way. Alison walks you through how to do it, what to say, and what not to say.

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Is there a way to get a micromanaging boss to back off? Maybe.

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The hazards of having access to your boss's email, touchy-feely coworkers, and more.

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The power dynamics in job interviews can make job seekers overly deferential. Don't do it! Today we talk about nailing your tone in an interview.

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Coworkers who tell you way more than you want to hear, references you didn't offer, and more.

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Being around negative people who complain all the time can be exhausting, especially when they're a coworker and you're trapped in the office with them.

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Addressing problematic gossip from coworkers, negotiating salary when you get a written offer, a boss who freaks out when you're a few minutes late, and more.

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Being a good manager is hard, and managers often don’t get a lot of guidance. Our guest is a new-ish manager who wants to make sure she’s doing a good job.

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Why should you have to be social with coworkers, managing two employees when one is much stronger than the other, and more.

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