Weekend Open Thread: Non-Work Discussion and Book Recommendation
An open weekend thread for non-work conversation, plus a book recommendation: *Whistler* by Ann Patchett.
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Reader Updates: Grief at Work, AI Jobs, Layoffs, and Unpaid Wages
Five readers return with updates on workplace grief, AI hiring questions, a surprise layoff, and unpaid yoga classes.
Reader Updates: Managing Couples, Fitness Trackers, and More
Five readers share updates on workplace dilemmas, from managing a married couple to interviewing while trans and landing a new job.
Update: Working as Both Employee and Contractor at the Same Job
A worker who signed a dual employee-contractor arrangement shares how a CEO scandal, labor law confusion, and one honest meeting led to a mostly happy ending.
Reader Updates: AI at Work, Bad Bosses, and Career Moves
Five readers share updates on AI in the workplace, toxic managers, resignation timing, and more. Outcomes range from pragmatic acceptance to satisfying vindicat
Best Meeting Scheduling Tools for B2B Sales Teams
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