Peter YawitzNov 18, 20212 minYou Didn’t See Me Yesterday60% 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 YawitzSep 29, 20212 min"hey queens..."??Managers couldn't model good communication during lockdown. Define how/when to communicate. Agree to be direct and graceful. Be inclusive.
Peter YawitzJul 29, 20212 minNew Hires Sleep During ZoomsDear 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 YawitzJun 24, 20217 minCan 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 YawitzOct 6, 20202 minMy Boss Does The Tasks She Gives MeMy boss assigns me tasks, then she’ll tell me she already took care of them. Any advice?
Peter YawitzApr 30, 20202 minIs 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 YawitzOct 28, 20192 minHow 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 YawitzJun 19, 20191 minWhy 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 YawitzMar 20, 20191 minHow 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 YawitzFeb 28, 20192 minShould 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 YawitzOct 10, 20181 minCan 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 YawitzOct 3, 20182 minHow 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 YawitzMar 16, 20182 minHow 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 YawitzMar 12, 20182 minHow 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 YawitzJan 23, 20181 minHow 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 YawitzDec 12, 20171 minDo 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 YawitzSep 29, 20171 minHow 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 YawitzAug 29, 20171 minCan 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 YawitzAug 22, 20171 minHow to receive a performance reviewEver get nervous before a performance review? Does your helicopter mom want to get involved? Here's advice from Someone Else's Dad
Peter YawitzAug 16, 20172 minDo 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