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You Didn’t See Me Yesterday
60% of Americans have chronic illnesses. Many people say, "Funny, you don't look sick!" We want to say, "You should have seen me yesterday!"

Peter Yawitz
Nov 18, 20212 min read
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"hey queens..."??
Managers couldn't model good communication during lockdown. Define how/when to communicate. Agree to be direct and graceful. Be inclusive.

Peter Yawitz
Sep 29, 20212 min read
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New Hires Sleep During Zooms
Dear Someone Else’s Dad, Our new hires don’t seem to pay attention during our Zoom onboarding programs. Most look like they’re bored,...

Peter Yawitz
Jul 29, 20212 min read
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Can You Make It As A Solo Consultant? (The Poster Child For Career Reinvention, Part 2)
Don't be jealous that I work solo. No one gets off stress-free, but I’m a poster child for keeping some control in an uncontrollable world.

Peter Yawitz
Jun 24, 20217 min read
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My Boss Does The Tasks She Gives Me
My boss assigns me tasks, then she’ll tell me she already took care of them. Any advice?

Peter Yawitz
Oct 6, 20202 min read
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Is a personal brand worth anything?
My personal brand is “I listen to all sides of arguments and expertly synthesize facts to help teams make wise decisions."Boss says it's BS.

Peter Yawitz
Apr 30, 20202 min read
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How do I accept a role I don't want?
Dear Someone Else’s Dad, I’m an associate at a management consulting firm. I really enjoy the work, especially because I have gotten to...

Peter Yawitz
Oct 28, 20192 min read
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Why do people brag about how many hours they work?
I hate when my coworkers compete about how many hours they work. Can't I get my work done and just go home at night?

Peter Yawitz
Jun 19, 20191 min read
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How do I deal with a busybody?
An office gossip always asks about my private life, and just now said in a meeting: “I think someone will be having a wedding!” And I'd

Peter Yawitz
Mar 20, 20191 min read
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Should I quit my job and explore the country with my girlfriend?
,My girlfriend is about to quit her job and wants me to do the same so we can buy an RV to explore anywhere we want for about a year. If I q

Peter Yawitz
Feb 28, 20192 min read
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Can I correct people from using my name incorrectly?
My name is James Arnold. When someone receives an email from me, the FROM line says, “Arnold, James,” which causes a lot of people who don&#

Peter Yawitz
Oct 10, 20181 min read
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How can I remember people's names?
Do you have a trick to help remember names of people you just met? Advice from someone else's dad.

Peter Yawitz
Oct 3, 20182 min read
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How do I deal with a know-it-all?
Dealing with a know-it-all (KIA) is tough because the person is always going to self-promote, and there’s no real benefit to you if you call

Peter Yawitz
Mar 16, 20182 min read
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How can I make changes in my family's business?
I work for my family’s company and have been given a lot more responsibility in negotiating contracts. Our industry is facing new competitio

Peter Yawitz
Mar 12, 20182 min read
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How do I deal with a stinky co-worker?
Ever work with someone who stinks, has BO or bad breath? Sometimes the person doesn't even know. Be gentle in how you approach the pers

Peter Yawitz
Jan 23, 20181 min read
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Do I have to participate in mandatory wine tasting?
How do I get out of participating in our upcoming holiday party’s “mandatory” wine-tasting competition? I don’t drink alcohol, and I actual

Peter Yawitz
Dec 12, 20171 min read
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How do I start a presentation?
Most people haven't a clue about how to start a business presentation. Be smart about keeping audiences in their seats from the outset

Peter Yawitz
Sep 29, 20171 min read
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Can I ask my boss for feedback?
Is it OK to ask for more feedback from my boss I never get any praise or criticism. Once I managed to ask if a spreadsheet I gave her was

Peter Yawitz
Aug 29, 20171 min read
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How to receive a performance review
Ever get nervous before a performance review? Does your helicopter mom want to get involved? Here's advice from Someone Else's Dad

Peter Yawitz
Aug 22, 20171 min read
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Do I have to give to coworkers' charities?
I’ve been asked to donate to several of my co-workers’ charities, political campaigns and fundraisers for their kids’ schools. I try to be n

Peter Yawitz
Aug 16, 20172 min read
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