The Job Doctor - Tessa White Tessa White

Life happens...This point was certainly driven home when my sons suicide attempt left him partially paralyzed a few months ago, and forever changed my relationship with him, my husband, family and work. Let me take you into my journey with Harvard psychologist and author Dr David Rosmarin on how to get through hard things at home and at work.
Dr. David H. Rosmarin is an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, a program director at McLean Hospital, and founder of Center for Anxiety. He has authored several books including Thriving with Anxiety which releases October 17th. David shares 3 strategies to “thriving” during times of crisis.
1.      Make sure your relationships at home are strong.
2.      Reduce responsibilities at work.
3.      Give up some level of control. 





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John graduated from college a year ago without doing an internship. He started contract work to get job experience, but the prestigious company he is working for can’t be listed as an employer (only his staffing agency). 
Should he quit his current job and look for another that will enhance his resume?
How can he show his experience without listing the specific company? 
Tessa explains the importance of being results focused.

She shares her #1 Career Commandment:

Results Are Your Greatest Leverage




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Brett shares his experience with a challenging new manager, attempts he made to improve the situation, and how he ultimately knew it was time to leave. 
What makes a toxic work environment? 
How to handle differences in expectations with a manager? 
AND
What lessons can be learned from having a negative leadership experience? How do you know when it’s time to go? 
Brett and Tessa also discuss the vital role of professional relationships in creating a successful career. 
Diagnosing the Toxic Situation: 
What did I expect? 
What did I observe? 
What are the consequences to me, to you, and to others? 
What can prevent this from happening again? 
Is that how you see it? 
Is there something that I’m missing or that I don’t understand? Or is that what you intended? 

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Danny worked closely with the STO and CEO of her company for 8 months until she was abruptly demoted and let go with little to no explanation. She was released shortly before her equity vest date and received no severance or vacation payout. She suspects discrimination may be a factor.
Can a company quietly let you go without proper cause? What rights do I have to pursue a claim against the company?
Tessa explains the rights that companies have in regard to termination. She encourages Danny to meet with an attorney. Companies respond to risk and creating a claim presents risk.
How do I avoid an “equity scam” in the future?
Pre-negotiate a severance for middle level to senior positions.Before time of release, try to negotiate a deal with the company to allow you to land on your feet.Understand how and when equity vests.Address signs that the company isn’t happy head on. 




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Chance Allred, a.k.a. Mr. Maverick, is Tessa’s former coworker and the subject of the chapter, “Lies and Politics,” in her book.  Tessa recounts lessons she learned from Chance and asks him to share more details regarding his effectiveness in creating employee satisfaction, building culture, and “going fast.”
Read your environment.
As an employee, find out what’s important to the stakeholders and align yourself with it. Then, you can go fast and achieve results the company will value.
The key to employee retention is enhancing the employee experience.
Connect the dots between what’s important to the industry and company and what’s important to the employee. Effective strategies include recognizing employees for their work (among their peers), and building culture through things like serving together, team lunches, and intentional meetings.
5 Things Employees Want:
1.       Money
2.       The ability to progress and grow
3.       To feel like they are making a difference
4.       To love their boss
5.       To love their peers
Advice for Leaders
Gain influence
Utilize your natural abilities to build relationships and set a vision.

You can read all about Mr. Maverick in Tessa’s book, The Unspoken Truths for Career Success, in the chapter titled, “Lies About Politics.”

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Farrah finds herself as a new manager. Eager to do that job well and manage those under her successfully. She also wants those who are her direct reports to know their pathway up the ladder as well.

5 steps to becoming a better manager:
Get to know your employees. This means getting to know them on a personal and professional level. What are their goals? What are their strengths and weaknesses? What motivates them? The more you know about your employees, the better you'll be able to support them and help them succeed.Communicate effectively. This means being clear and concise in your communication, both verbally and in writing. It also means being a good listener and being open to feedback.Set clear expectations. Make sure your employees know what is expected of them in terms of their work, their behavior, and their contributions to the team.Provide regular feedback. Feedback is essential for helping employees grow and develop. Be sure to give both positive and constructive feedback, and be specific about what you are seeing and how it can be improved.Be a leader, not just a manager. A leader is someone who inspires and motivates others. They set a positive example and create a culture of trust and respect. If you want to be a better manager, focus on becoming a better leader.Here are some additional tips for becoming a better manager:
Be adaptable and willing to change. The world of work is constantly changing, so you need to be able to adapt your management style accordingly.Be patient and understanding. Managing people is not always easy, and there will be times when you need to be patient and understanding.Be self-aware. Take the time to reflect on your own strengths and weaknesses as a manager. This will help you identify areas where you can improve.Be open to feedback. Ask your employees for feedback on your performance as a manager. This can help you identify areas where you can improve.Becoming a better manager takes time and effort, but it is worth it. By following these tips, you can improve your skills and become a more effective leader.

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