In this straight-talking guide, MBA Elizabeth Freedman-an expert in corporate etiquette-shares the rules of the workplace that only veterans know: survival secrets that will help you avoid the common mistakes that can sink careers at the gate. From getting a seat at the meeting table to dealing with a demanding boss, from talking salary in a performance review to what not to say at a business function, Work 101 tells you everything you need to know to master the (shameless) art of climbing the corporate ladder.* Manage the manager-how to survive any type of boss, including the Boss from Hell* Master the art of introduction-have them at hello!* Create winning e-mails that actually get read-and tips for avoiding on-screen blunders and other career-ending disasters* How to handle a "cube invader"* What not to order, wear, or say at a business lunch* The real rules for dressing business casual-what to wear and when* How not to be clueless about promotions and (bigger) bonuses* The five steps to employee-boss success-including the top-ten things to listen to and observe* How to avoid burning your bridges (and other great exit strategies)...and much, much more!
In this straight-talking guide, MBA Elizabeth Freedman-an expert in corporate etiquette-shares the rules of the workplace that only veterans know: survival secrets that will help you avoid the common mistakes that can sink careers at the gate. From getting a seat at the meeting table to dealing with a demanding boss, from talking salary in a performance review to what not to say at a business function, Work 101 tells you everything you need to know to master the (shameless) art of climbing the corporate ladder.* Manage the manager-how to survive any type of boss, including the Boss from Hell* Master the art of introduction-have them at hello!* Create winning e-mails that actually get read-and tips for avoiding on-screen blunders and other career-ending disasters* How to handle a "cube invader"* What not to order, wear, or say at a business lunch* The real rules for dressing business casual-what to wear and when* How not to be clueless about promotions and (bigger) bonuses* The five steps to employee-boss success-including the top-ten things to listen to and observe* How to avoid burning your bridges (and other great exit strategies)...and much, much more!
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