James Mason

Corporate Culture

Unlocking the Power of Leadership: The Key Ingredients for Success in the Workplace

Leadership in the workplace is an essential aspect of successful organizations. It encompasses a wide range of skills, traits, and behaviors that help individuals influence

By James Mason 12 Feb 2023

Office Humour

The 10 Coworkers You Need to Watch Out For in Your Career

Unfortunately, throughout our lives, we are likely to encounter individuals who embody some of the most unsavory traits. These people may cross our paths in

By James Mason 12 Feb 2023

Workplace Challenges

Unmasking the Martyr: How to Identify and Deal with Them in the Workplace

A workplace martyr overcommits, craves recognition, and undermines teamwork. They take on too much, refuse help, and seek sympathy. Learn how to identify and manage them to maintain workplace balance.

By James Mason 9 Feb 2023

Corporate Culture

Transform Your Life with the Principles of Think and Grow Rich

The introduction of this blog aims to set the stage for a discussion on Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich," one of the most influential self-help books of all time.

By James Mason 4 Feb 2023

Corporate Culture

Preventing Burnout: How to Tackle Fire Fighting in the Workplace

Introduction The term "fire fighting" in the office refers to the constant putting out of urgent and unexpected problems, often at the expense

By James Mason 29 Jan 2023

Corporate Culture

How easy is it for an employee to hack an organisation if they get laid off?

It depends on the security measures in place at your company and the level of access you have to sensitive information.

By James Mason, The Office Bantomime Team 25 Jan 2023

Workplace Challenges

How To Deal With The People Pleaser In The Workplace

People-pleasers will agree with everyone just to keep a quiet life. They tend to find it difficult to express themselves and keep their emotions hidden. They are terrified to give their opinions and avoid conflict whenever possible.

By James Mason 24 Jan 2023

Corporate Jargon

What Does “Put It on the Back Burner” Really Mean at Work?

What does “put it on the back burner” really mean at work? A polite way to ignore tasks, delay action, or bury ideas. Here's how this phrase plays out in meetings, emails, and office culture.

By James Mason 21 Jan 2023

Corporate Jargon

Why Do They Keep Using The Term "No Brainer" In The Workplace?

Something that requires or involves little or no mental effort. When someone uses the phrase "No-brainer" in the workplace, it can come across

By James Mason 21 Jan 2023

Corporate Jargon

What Do We Mean By ''Are We On The Same Page?"

In the workplace, having a clear understanding of expectations, goals, and communication implies that all team members or employees "Are on the same page&

By James Mason 12 Jan 2023

Corporate Jargon

What do we mean by "Let's take this offline"?

To take a subject matter offline and choose not to discuss it in a meeting or forum would imply that the topic is not urgently

By James Mason 12 Jan 2023

Corporate Jargon

What does it mean to think outside the box?

How many times have you heard the phrase ''You need to think outside the box?'' Or ''It's a good job someone is thinking outside the box?''

By James Mason 10 Jan 2023

Workplace Challenges

How to deal with the forgetful co-worker in the workplace

Absentminded baffoons are some of the most irritating of office menaces. It's surprising these people are able to make it through the day, let alone the week.

By James Mason, The Office Bantomime Team 7 Jan 2023

Corporate Culture

What is COBIT and how can it benefit in your organisation?

COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and related Technology) is a framework that provides guidelines, principles, and practices for information and technology management and control.

By James Mason 6 Jan 2023

Office Humour

7 ways to deal with the quick favour co-worker in the workplace

Tired of the "quick favour" co-worker? Set boundaries, be direct, and protect your workload. From offering alternatives to seeking support, here are 7 ways to handle constant favour requests professionally!

By James Mason 6 Jan 2023