Friday, July 10, 2009

Stealing Time!

We've all done this, but to what extent? Do you steal time at work? What is it? Stealing time is answering emails, shopping for that new pair of shoes, booking that vacation, or even checking movie times while working. So how much is too much? Generally, you are not allowed to do this without authorized consent, although just because your co-worker does it, doesn't give you the green light to jump in. In some cases it's standard practice to see personal email opened on desktops at work... even the boss does it. But if that appears to be the practice, fall in line and don't abuse it. What's absolutely off-base...porn.

2 Comments:

At July 11, 2009 11:02 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Work Doctor, my boss doesn't want me to use my cell phone at work, but I have a 3 year old and 12 year old that may need me during my work day, any suggestions?

 
At July 13, 2009 10:26 AM , Blogger The Work Doctor said...

See topic on "Are You A Big Talker?" In your case, make alternative arrangements with a friend or relative to receive a call from from your children and explain that you can't be interrupted at work. This may offset a number of incoming calls.

 

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