20 Articles for Anne Stockdale

High, Free, Secure, Ahead, and Balanced – what do these mean?

In a recent job interview, I was asked about my college grades. Is this allowed?

Until the new manager showed up, our unit ran like a well-oiled machine. Do you have any advice apart from quitting?

My wife just got a great job in a different state and she wants to start ASAP. I don't have a job yet …

For Anne, volunteering at a call center filled her with many questions and helped her make a big decision.

Historically, across cultures, elders were valued and respected. What has happened – particularly in the West?

For Anne, volunteering at a call center has been a learning experience – about herself!

When Anne volunteered to work at a call center, she thought she was a great listener. She was wrong.

Is firing someone a case of "this is going to hurt me more than it will hurt you"?

When I took this job working nights, I was assured that the hospital would provide all my continuing education requirements. Now it turns out they only schedule CE for the day shift, which means I can get my CE, but only on my own time …

I don't like one of my coworkers – it's not that she did anything, but her personality just grates on me. The more I try to avoid her, the harder she tries to be my friend. …

One of our coworkers is seriously overweight. She tries to diet, brings in vegetables for lunch, but around the holidays …

Our new hospital administrator used to be DON, and she still shows a bias towards the nursing department (her former department). When nurses ask for any additional service, she simply orders the other departments to provide it, without considering the impact on them.

One of my coworkers is really moody. How do I cope?

Why do you think some doctors, especially surgeons, get away with having poor bedside manners?

I work as a healthcare recruiter. My job postings are clear in the requirements, but people still apply even if they're not qualified. Why do you think this is?

I have a friend at work who, lately, complains all the time. … And it's not just about management, it's about everything! How should I handle her?

I'm thinking of taking a position as a recruiter in a hospital. What would you say are the most important skills for such a position?

Are you the best employee, always giving 110%? Well, surprise – you're the most likely candidate for burnout.

Would you believe that your best employees are the ones most likely to experience burnout?