Author: medha deb

Mindset

Why Generic Skill Descriptions Hurt Job Applications

Stop relying on overused clichés. Learn what employers truly want to hear.

Medha Deb·13 min read
Worklife

How to Handle a Crush on Your Manager Professionally

How to manage romantic feelings for a manager while protecting your job, boundaries, and professional reputation.

Medha Deb·11 min read
Worklife

When a Promotion Disappears After Salary Negotiation

What to do when a promotion is rescinded after salary negotiation—and how to protect your career.

Medha Deb·10 min read
Worklife

When a Manager Says No to Graduation Day: Lessons in Retention

What a graduation-day walkout reveals about management judgment, employee loyalty, and modern retention practices.

Medha Deb·10 min read
Worklife

How to Manage Underperforming Team Members

Transform workplace dynamics by addressing performance gaps with strategy and empathy.

Medha Deb·10 min read
Worklife

Workplace Revenge Stories: Why They Work and What to Do Instead

A deeper look at workplace revenge stories, what makes them satisfying, and how to protect yourself…

Medha Deb·10 min read
Worklife

How Long Does It Take to Hear Back After a Job Application?

Navigate job search timelines with realistic expectations and smart follow-up strategies.

Medha Deb·9 min read
Skills Lab

Phone or Email? How to Reject Job Candidates the Right Way

Choosing the right method to reject candidates impacts your employer brand and candidate experience.

Medha Deb·10 min read
Skills Lab

What a Performance Improvement Plan Really Means

Exploring whether performance improvement plans lead to termination or genuine recovery and success.

Medha Deb·13 min read
Worklife

How to Address Workplace Odor and Hygiene Issues

A practical, empathetic guide for employees and managers on addressing workplace odor and personal hygiene without…

Medha Deb·11 min read