I’m not talking about a nice suit or snazzy new heels. I want to know if you wore a costume to work on Halloween, and if so, what you wore.
A friend who works in a bank told me that one year a colleague of hers came to work as Carrie, from the Stephen King book/movie. Carrie, drenched in fake blood. To wait on people as a teller. Um, no! Another friend who works in a publishing office said that her supervisor made costumes mandatory because there was a big meeting on Halloween and it would be “fun” if everyone was …read more

Whether you’re in a high-stress industry or just have a boss who’s a jerk, emotional and psychological support can make any job easier. Knowing you’ve got someone who’s rooting for you throughout the day and will be there for you when you need to vent or want to celebrate can improve your mood and maybe even your overall health!
Check out this RealAge tip on the value workplace pals for men, and see if you can’t find some ways to apply it to your work life.
And remember, being friends at work doesn’t mean you have to be BFFs and hang out …read more