June 21, 2026 Why most U.S. workers are checked out and bosses are the last to know BY The Conversation Michael Scott, the hapless regional manager at the center of the American version of “The Office” played by Steve Carell, believed he was the world’s best boss. He even had the mug to prove it. Meanwhile, … Continue reading Why most U.S. workers are checked out and bosses are the last to know
By Sarah Friar October 06, 2023 My greatest mistake was thinking success looked like a specific thing. For me, that was making partner at Goldman Sachs. When I didn’t, it set me free. I’m going to go back to the moment when things shifted for me. One morning in 2011—after 11 years on the partner … Continue reading ‘I felt like I had checked every box’: Nextdoor CEO Sarah Friar’s career advice for someone who has been passed over for promotion
By Ian Sanders February 14, 2022 A number of years ago, my friend, a radio producer, was asked to come up with some ideas for a new show. He asked his boss if he could go and sit by a lake. He knew spending a few hours outdoors at an inspiring location … Continue reading 6 strategies to try when you feel checked out of work
