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Dear Cubicle Coach:

I've been with my current company for seven years but am now moving on. How do I leave on a good note for everyone? Read More »

<p></p><p><img alt="Getty Images" title="Getty Images" src="http://l.yimg.com/a/i/us/shine/work/nap_at_work_56903066.jpg" align="left" width="250" height="217"><strong>Dear Cubicle Coach: </strong>Sometimes I like to take a snooze for 15 minutes during my lunch break, either at my desk or occasionally in the stairwell. Bad career move? Read More »

<p></p><p><strong><img alt="Getty Images" title="Getty Images" src="http://a323.yahoofs.com/phugc/foAxRC0hJRBM/photos/0d444c872bf5567233d62a3f8aa1b1e9/ori_9a958dc8176a2b.jpg?ug_____D0T_6cRuk" align="left" width="300" height="311">Dear Cubicle Coach: </strong>I have this annoying colleague who simply won't leave my office. I've tried the usual tricks, like not making eye contact, glancing at my computer, not offering her a seat, or shuffling papers, but she doesn't get the hint. Other than calling security, what can I do? Read More »

With unemployment at the highest it's been in four years, you’ve probably considered a few creative ways to earn some extra cash. But some of your strategies may end up costing you more than you’re saving. When it comes to your long-term investments and health care, it may be best to leave them be or risk incurring massive penalties and possible mega-bills for unanticipated medical costs. In fact, if you’re scrutinizing your budget for clever ways to save, avoid these tempting mistakes. Read More »

Many workers are so focused on managing their relationships with their bosses that they overlook or underestimate the importance of collegial relationships. Office alliances are vital in a team-oriented environment and reveal much about your work style. Are you overly critical? Spend too much time dishing at the water cooler? Disconnected from your officemates altogether? But these very factors can determine whether, say, your officemates will back up your big ideas or undermine your leadership on a key project. If managed carefully, your work buddies can help propel your career, say Janice Reals Ellig and William J. Morin, authors of "Driving the Career Highway." They offer some important tips for, yes, exploiting those relationships for your long-term success. Read More »

Dear CC: Every time I submit an idea to my boss, she takes it to her boss and presents it as her own. I want it to stop, but I can't afford to piss her off. How do I get the credit I deserve?

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