How Gen Z and the Young Millennial are Dating Smartly at Work

A while ago, we had a few persons share their thoughts on dating colleagues, and there were valid arguments from both sides —-Yes, I’d date a co-worker, No, I’d rather take a pay cut. But even with the mixed reactions, and from a larger body of comments, romantic relationships still thrive at the workplace. And…

ByAyodeji FalayeJuly 24, 20230Comments

Work-Life Balance

Free Leave Request Email Templates

Get your HR to approve your request for leave with one of these 7 email templates. We all need time off work to breathe, don’t we? Even if it’s an emergency that requires your urgent attention, a professional leave request email can help you maintain the relationship between you and your employer, as your employer will…

ByOluwaseye AdesinaFebruary 24, 20230Comments

Work Relationships

What It’s Like to Work for Family

Work relationships are complicated. If you've read our articles on office romance and colleagues we will never forget , you would understand this. And working with or for the family is another level of workplace relationship we need to talk about. Where do you draw the line between being colleagues and being…

ByAyodeji FalayeDecember 9, 20220Comments

Your employees should work from home, here’s why!

You are a founder, employer, head of operations, or executive who does not subscribe to remote work. That's fine. I'm kidding, it's actually not! In fact, you are an employer of Gen Zs, this should be non-negotiable, frankly. Considering many factors, especially in locations like Lagos, Nigeria, your employees not only deserve to work remotely, but…

ByAyodeji FalayeNovember 24, 20220Comments

MICROMANAGEMENT AND SUREFIRE TIPS FOR SURVIVAL

Micromanagement is one of the greatest plagues that could hit a work life! Can we talk about the office control freaks for a moment, please? Always watching you wanting to know what you are doing every second, and literally controlling your every move. How annoying! Every industry has micromanagers. If you haven't encountered…

BycareerbuddySeptember 20, 20220Comments

5 great tips to vibe up your boring work-life

Your Career life doesn’t have to be cliche and boring; you can hit your goals and stand out while at it. To start with, let’s just pretend taking “summer” holidays from work is a norm, and that this article is my summer present to you. Your career life should be one of the highlights…

ByAyodeji FalayeSeptember 5, 20220Comments

Featured Work Relationships

Risevest CEO, Eke Urum Steps Down Over Alleged Sexual and Official Misconduct

On Tuesday, 30th of August, RiseVest released a statement informing the public of recent events within the company: its CEO, Eke Urum had stepped down, following allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power. And while investigations are ongoing, Tony Odiba, the company’s Head of Operations who has been with the company since inception has…

ByAyodeji FalayeAugust 31, 20221Comment

HOW TO HANDLE CONFLICTS OR BAD WORK RELATIONSHIPS

People are not strangers to conflict. Humans encounter it in their daily lives - with their friends, families, and, more importantly, in their professional lives. Nobody is the same, and in work relationships, when our various motivations, processes, and goals collide, conflicts arise. Employees who don't get along and who don't know how to build…

BycareerbuddyJuly 14, 20220Comments

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR BOSS DISLIKES YOU

Do you have a feeling that your boss is from hell? They micromanage you, treat you rudely, and are never pleased with anything you do. You are not alone, dear. Having a positive relationship with a boss makes the job more enjoyable and can also increase job satisfaction and motivation to work smarter and…

BycareerbuddyJuly 14, 20220Comments

Strategic Ways to Build a Strong Work Relationship with Your Boss

Having a strong work relationship with your boss is probably one of the best things ever. I’ve been there before so trust me when I say I know what I’m talking about. You might be tempted to leave the relationship-building to your boss, after all, they are the boss, right? Well, not quite. Taking the…

BycareerbuddyJuly 14, 20220Comments