Aware of your contributions, you’re convinced that it’s time for a pay rise. This conversation is never easy. Pick up your courage. Armed with this four-step scenario, you’ll be able to be strategic and earn the salary you want, situation permitting. 1) Do your research: roles, responsibilities and variables Validate and do your research to […]
There are awkward moments when even an experienced professional like yourself is reeling, mouth agape to the point of head scratching, searching for the right words and gestures. In anticipation of these possible paralyzing situations, I provide you with the tools you need to maintain your confidence and credibility while avoiding negative consequences that could […]
Telecommuting is now a fact of modern working life. Whether it’s a few days a week or all the time, this way of working can have an impact on the commitment, sense of belonging and consolidation of your team. Here are eleven tips for managers. 1) Look after your image. Yes, we look good in […]
“I’m sorry”, “I’m sorry”, “Oh, I’m sorry”, how many times a day do you say one or other of these expressions? Some say that apologizing is part of our Canadian culture. It may give you a good reputation when you’re traveling, but as your career progresses, it could hinder your ascent. Sometimes these apologies are […]
Are you ready for flu and cold season’s sticky situations? Up to a third of Canadians will suffer from the flu or a variety of cold viruses. During that time, you may be exposed to 50 possible infections a day! If you happen to be within six feet of anyone who is sick, even if you don’t […]
Spring is here and with it comes the renewing of relationships with our neighbours. Canadians everywhere are once again saying “Hello,” or giving the nod to and sharing a drink or a barbecue with their street dwellers. Neighbours have many niceties, such as the development of friendships and a support system at proximity, but they […]
In the name of authenticity or due to the lack of time, “I am so busy”, politeness and civility may give the impression that they are about to become extinct. Based on circumstances and society-based, manners, like human behaviours, evolve. In the era of globalization, combined with the explosion of communication modes and ecological concerns, […]
As the Sticky situation blogger, I regularly receive emails asking me how to react to the announcement of sad, and even bad news. In our daily lives, from work to the community and even within our very own family, we regularly receive news that may make us uncomfortable and will at times, leave us speechless and paralyzed. […]
Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, has passed. Her 60 year legacy of chart toppers includes anthems that unite and empower. At a time when diplomacy is internationally managed on Twitter and civility seems to be declining, the word that she contagiously lead us to sing, and even shout in collective harmony, R-E-S-P-E-C-T, is on every employee’s mind. Inspired […]
Disrespect and inappropriate behavior are not limited to cultural figures. In light of recent complaints of sexual assault or harassment against Quebec producers, I’m sharing my article, originally written for the Journal du Barreau on September 1, 2017, to make you aware of the words and gestures that offend, minimize, ridicule, contaminate harmony within a […]
What title should you use to when speaking to you Caitlyn Jenner? Since her transition, it seems that everyone has an opinion on it. “Dad” — that is what Brandon, Burt, Brody, Casey, Kylie and Kendall are calling her. Why? She asked them to. Simple, isn’t it? Even better yet, her children respectfully asked her what […]
Travelling by airplane used to be exotic, at times fun and sometimes sexy… Nowadays, with the increasing number of passengers, the lengthy security procedures, narrowing seats, shrinking leg space and the Knee Defenders, it can be very stressful. Travelling by aircraft, to get to the conference, to visit a loved one or to explore a remote […]
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I’m Julie Blais Comeau, Canada’s bilingual etiquette specialist. My mission is simple: to give you the know-how to shine positively at work and in the community.
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