Nowadays, it is not uncommon for employers to track what their employees are doing at work. Many employers do this by utilizing different tools to check your emails and/or computer activity. In fact, it's not a bad idea to assume you're being watched, whether true or not.
This trend is thought to contribute to some employees 'quietly quitting' or experiencing dissatisfaction and even burnout.
How can you empower yourself in these situations?
In my opinion, it's best to tread gently here. It can be easy to misinterpret the well-intentioned feedback or requests from management. In many cases, they mean well. So don't unfairly judge where it may not be warranted.
These nonverbal cues may be having five times the impact on the "listener" as what you are actually saying. Make sure you know what you're communicating.
This year has been prickly for jobs, and there's got to be a light at the end of the tunnel, right? Yes. The best time of year to apply is right around the corner.