An employee’s unexpected act of kindness toward her boss led to a clingy and obsessive relationship. Years later, the employee struggles to set boundaries with her boss and fears for her job security. The employee reached out to the “Ask a Manager” column for guidance on dealing with her overly attached director, Wanda. “[She] is … Read more
Global speaker and author Chris Donnelly recently shared a story about an employee named Molly who faced a professional dispute with her boss, Kate. Molly’s pre-approved birthday leave was unexpectedly revoked, leading to a tense situation. In three videos, Donnelly detailed how a lack of professionalism and disregard for boundaries contributed to a breakdown in … Read more
When Joelle Fraser-McGaghey had to evacuate her home during the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire, she only had a few minutes to pack before her family had to get out the door. Trying to pull outdoor furniture away from her house was not at the top of her list. “Honestly, I’m not thinking ‘Should I remove … Read more
The affidavit of an FBI special agent, and the Russian documents attached to it, offer a rare glimpse into the inner workings of a vast Russian network of disinformation. Last week, the U.S. Department of Justice indicted two Russians — both employees of state broadcaster RT — accused of illegally funnelling $9.7 million into a Tennessee media company. … Read more
Chris Donnelly, known for his insights on social media business practices, has highlighted a case of workplace exploitation in his latest video. The story centers around Daisy, an employee who faced relentless demands from her boss, James. Despite her repeated late nights and weekends without additional pay, James dismissed her concerns with a call for … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Competition for top talent is a priority for CEOs everywhere. The news is filled with various approaches companies take to attract and retain the best employees, but I believe it comes down to culture. Increasingly, the best people want to join organizations where they can bring their … Read more
Hundreds of workers are facing an uncertain future after logging giant Canfor announced Wednesday it would close its sawmills in Vanderhoof and Fort St. John, B.C., by the end of the year. It’s the latest blow to the beleaguered B.C. forestry sector, which has seen a wave of mill closures over the last few years. Last … Read more
A 10-hour delay on a Via Rail train in Quebec over the long weekend is raising questions about rail passengers’ rights in Canada — or the lack thereof. Passengers on a train from Montreal to Quebec City were left stranded as they ran out of food, water and working toilets when their train broke down … Read more
A man faced backlash online after a video surfaced of him berating a woman in her car. However, his boss stepped in to defend him, highlighting his positive character and contributions to the company. The boss’s defence video went viral, accumulating over 3 million views. The internet has exposed many people to the harsh consequences … Read more
Coca-Cola and rival PepsiCo spent hundreds of millions of dollars over decades building demand for their soft drinks in Muslim-majority countries including Egypt to Pakistan. Now, both face a challenge from local sodas in those countries due to consumer boycotts targeting the brands as symbols of America, and by extension Israel, at a time of war in … Read more
