What to Do If a Co-Worker Gets Too Personal


Updated 03/26/12 8:42 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

What to Do If a Co-Worker Gets Too Personal

If your officemate has some tell-all tendencies, it can make your workday more than a little uncomfortable. Close quarters make co-worker friendships inevitable, but you may need to draw a line if things get overly personal. Feeling awkward about all the nine-to-five TMI? Follow these four tips to set proper boundaries and keep things professional: Consider why you feel uncomfortable. Decide Read more

What Movies Can Teach Us About Dating a Co-Worker


Updated 03/19/12 10:30 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

Office Relationships in Movies

Office relationships can be tricky, but we've learned valuable dos and don'ts from some of our favorite films. A workplace fling can trigger competition, resentment, or jealousy — not to mention an extremely messy breakup. But when a 9 to 5 romance goes right, the happily ever after is extra sweet. Click through the slideshow to see what movies have taught us about dating a co-worker, plus our Read more

7 Effective Tips on Conveying Authority


Updated 01/13/12 7:20 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

How to Convey Authority

Authority isn't always linked to age; you can learn to communicate a sense of power no matter how old you are, what you look like, or which title you hold. Credibility is a crucial key to getting ahead, so learn to convey your competence by following these seven constructive tips. Know your stuff. The best way to gain respect is to become an information junkie. People look up to those who are Read more

4 Things Not to Discuss With Co-Workers


Updated 01/12/12 9:27 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

Things Not to Discuss With Co-Workers

Friendships with your co-workers are inevitable — and a great way to connect to your workplace — but it's important to set a few conversation boundaries. Avoid these four topics to maintain a sense of professionalism and keep your office relationships work-appropriate. Dollars and cents: It's no secret that salary talk should be avoided, but it's not just paychecks that ought to remain Read more

Do You Share Food With Co-Workers?


Updated 03/24/10 5:26 PM · Posted by partysugar · 20 comments

Do You Share Food With Co-Workers?

I do a lot of cooking, but since I live alone, I don't always have someone to share my meals with. Thus, I bring food into work. I'll leave desserts and breakfast items in the kitchen and sometimes, I'll plate up a special appetizer — like smoked salmon crostini — for us to enjoy at our desks during the afternoon. How about you? Do you bring food into work to share with co-workers? Read more

You Asked: Is It Too Soon to Ask Her Out?


Updated 02/01/09 12:36 AM · Posted by · 18 comments

You Asked: Is It Too Soon to Ask Her Out?

Dear Sugar, I currently work with a woman who recently broke up with her boyfriend. Last year she thought he might be cheating on her and when she confronted him about it, he denied everything. She trusted him and let things go on, however last month, she found out the truth and broke up with him — she is completely heartbroken. The few months leading up to their split, she would talk to me Read more

You Asked: My Boyfriend and I Are Opposites; Should We Break Up?


Updated 01/15/09 7:36 AM · Posted by · 39 comments

You Asked: My Boyfriend and I Are Opposites; Should We Break Up?

Dear Sugar, My boyfriend and I have been having some issues for a few years now. He is not attentive, he is an extreme control freak, and he is very judgmental. I am the complete opposite. I do anything to see people happy, I don't like to feel controlled, and I am the least judgmental person you'll ever meet. This is obviously tearing us apart — we argue five out of seven days of the week. Read more

Sunday Confessional: I Embarrassed My Boyfriend at Work


Updated 12/30/08 4:37 AM · Posted by · 76 comments

Sunday Confessional: I Embarrassed My Boyfriend at Work

My boyfriend and I communicate during the work day over instant message, usually just to check in and say hi. He's been working some really long hours and it feels as though we are two ships passing in the night even though we live together. In an effort to keep things spicy, we often times IM each other sexual innuendos and it's really been helpful during these busy days to keep the romance Read more

Dear Poll: Do You Dress Sexy For Work?


Updated 12/22/08 10:11 AM · Posted by · 49 comments

Dear Poll: Do You Dress Sexy For Work?

I like to think I look cute when I come to work, but my dress is pretty modest and laid-back. Some women, on the other hand, use coming to the office as an excuse to look their best. I love seeing style around the office, but knowing your audience is incredibly important — seeing your co-worker's provocative side could be slightly uncomfortable! Since we're all different, tell me, do you dress Read more

Sunday Confessional: I Embarrassed My Boyfriend


Updated 12/05/08 4:26 PM · Posted by · 72 comments

Sunday Confessional: I Embarrassed My Boyfriend

After being unemployed for several months, my boyfriend finally landed the job he'd been pining for. To welcome him to the firm, his co-workers planned a happy hour at a pub nearby. My boyfriend invited me to join so I agreed to meet them after I left work. I knew this was a big night for him and I was a little nervous, but I knew I had to be there for my boyfriend. All his co-workers were Read more