How to Work With Uncooperative Co-workers - The Muse

How to Work With Uncooperative Co-workers - The MuseHow to Work With Uncooperative Co-workers Whether a co-workers being a Debbie Downer while your teams launching a new project or your colleagues giving you a hard time when you ask for help, uncooperative team members can create huge problems for you- and your ability to hit your goals.While you definitely want to get the situation resolved as quickly as possible, its equally important to figure out why someones being so unhelpful in the first place. Below are nine strategies thatll give you the tools you need to decipher whats going on, as well as how to deal with someone whos making your job so much harder.Regardless of the situation, its crucial that you keep your cool. Step away from the team for a bit, plan your words carefully, and come up with an action plan. (Entrepreneur)Consider whether or leid this is a battle you really want to pick. You might be able to find a way to work around this person. (Lifehacker)Put the attentio n on troublesome people and open the lines of communication. Are they being generally difficult- or is there something specific thats keeping them from being helpful? (Psychology Today)Regardless of how other people are acting, show empathy. This makes others feel more at ease. (Evan Carmichael)When youre in the office, try not to take anything too personally. Often peoples issues simply arent about you. (The Huffington Post)Remember No matter how someone else is acting, you should always treat everyone in your office with respect. (Readers Digest)If you want to have a conversation about a co-workers uncooperative habits, think about what the best medium is (text, email, or call) for reaching out. (Business Insider)However, you should consider talking to your boss about it if its really bad. Just make sure you do it the right way. (Inc.)Finally, this five-step guide will help you get through any difficult conversations you do choose to have with a colleague. (The Daily Muse)

Top 28 exploration and adventure destinations

Top 28 exploration and adventure destinationsTop 28 exploration and adventure destinationsWe just announced our picks for the most intriguing destinations for the upcoming year in travel. The list- which weve divided into 4 segments- includes something for every travel style. From urban destinations to cultural and foodie hotspots, and from destinations ripe for exploration and adventure to others that are probably new on your radar. Youll find the complete listhere.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreFirst, we focused on seven thriving urban destinations then to seven destinations for cultural and foodie experiences. Now were looking at destinations for exploration and adventure. Weve chosen Tanzania, Congo, Hokkaido-Sapporo, Reykjavik, San Pedro de Atacama, Xian, and Uluru. See why these fascinating destinations made the list.TanzaniaNowhere in the world does the circle of life pl ay out quite the way it does in Tanzania. On the Serengeti, millions of wildebeest and zebras roam the expansive plains in the great migration- crossing the Mara River in the Northern Serengeti despite the dangers that await. Gazelles, impalas, Tope antelope, leopards, cheetah, warthogs, elephants, giraffes, crocodiles, and lions Theyre all here along with countless species of birds including the ever-watchful vultures.On any safari youll bear witness to new life as baby giraffes find their balance on wobbly newborn legs and the smallest elephants stay close to Mom waiting for nourishment. And youll also bear witness to the end of life as a cheetah stalks its prey and wins in a cloud of dust.The Ngorongoro Crater is simply stunning, a massive cauldron formed from the violent eruption of a volcano three million years ago. Its home to more than 25,000 large animals including black rhinoceros, lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and giraffes. The Sopa Lodge sits on the craters rim offer ing spectacular views and unforgettable sunsets. Be sure to keep the door to your room closed or the resident monkeys will be rummaging through your suitcase when you get back.CongoIn the Republic of Congo, the worlds second largest rainforest is still thriving. At its heart, the Odzala National Park occupies 5,000 square miles for exploration and discovery. Rare flora and fauna, more than 400 species of birds, and 22,000 lowland gorillas reside here amid giant mahogany trees.With the recent addition of weekly private charter flights from the capital city of Brazzaville, youre just two hours away from unforgettable encounters. Each region within the park offers varied experiences. Get in touch with your inner Tarzan as you track elephants, wade across the savanna, or set out on foot to track gorillas. Odzala Discover Camps tailor your experiences to the offerings of each region. You might find yourself face-to-face with a gorilla- well, within 20 feet. Thats probably close enough.Ho kkaido-Sapporo, JapanEvery February the capital of the mountainous Japanese island of Hokkaido transforms into a winter wonderland for the Sapporo Snow Festival. Hundreds of enormous snow sculptures depicting monuments, cartoon characters, celebrities, and temples are on display to the delight of more than two million visitors. What started in 1950 as an activity for schoolchildrens has grown substantially since Sapporo hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics. It now includes concerts, art exhibitions, food stalls, ice skating, snow tubing, and snowmobiling. Remnants of the Olympic games are still there with ski hills and jumps scattered around the city.And, if the thought of being with two million others brings on a little phobia, then visit a few weeks before when you can watch the sculptures being created.In the late 1860s, beer welches introduced to Japan from Germany at the beginning of the Meiji Restoration. German-trained Japanese brewer, Seibei Nakagawa, first brewed Sapporo Beer in 1876. A shopping complex now stands on the original brewery site, but nearby, the Sapporo Beer Museum offers free guided tours covering the history and brewing of beer in Hokkaido. The museum has an adjoining beer garden where you can quench your thirst after the tour.Reykjavik, IcelandIcelands capital has long been a jumping off distribution policy for exploring the dramatic landscapes of this spectacularly beautiful country. But dont just land and leave. Reykjavik is known for its high-quality restaurants serving local as well as international dishes. The finest restaurants in the Nordics are listed in the White Guide and Reykjavik has 14 on the list. Head downtown to check out DILL, Icelands first restaurant to be awarded a Michelin Star.Reykjavik is also home to a lively bar scene with many bars serving up a theme along with the drinks. There are those that are Euro-themed - Danish pubs, English pubs, Dubliners- and there are hipster kitschy throwback cafes.Just outside the ci ty, the famed Blue Lagoon is expanding. The project includes a redesign and enlargement of the main lagoon. A retreat encompassing an underground spa, 62 elegant guest suites and a restaurant will also be part of the expansion. Completion date is scheduled for the first half of 2018.San Pedro de Atacama, ChileSet on a high plateau in the Andes Mountains of northeastern Chile, San Pedro de Atacama beckons adventure seekers. Diversity is the theme running throughout the dramatic surrounding landscapes that includes desert, salt flats, volcanoes, geysers, turquoise lagoons, green riverbeds and hot springs. Added in the mix is the Valle de la Luna in the nearby Los Flamencos National Reserve where youll find pink-streaked mountains, massive sand dunes and a lunarlike depression with unusual rock formations.Explore on foot, horseback or bike with one of the more than 40 exploration outfitters. And at night, the stars are the focus for spectacular astronomical sessions.Xian, ChinaLocated in central-northwest China, Xian is one of the birthplaces of the ancient Chinese civilization in the Yellow River Basin area. With more than 3,000 years of history including 1,100 as the capital city of ancient dynasties, it has a rich cultural heritage that begs for discovery.Walk or bicycle through history along the citys imposing old walls. Built in 1370, the fortification is one of the oldest and best preserved in China and is surrounded by a dry moat. Xians premier sight, the terrakotta Army is one of the most famous archaeological finds in the world. This subterranean life-sized army of thousands of hand-molded figures stands guard over the burial site of Chinas first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.Xian is the eastern terminus of the famed Silk Road and a melting pot of cultures. In the Muslim Quarter youll find a seemingly unending line of food stalls. One of the most famous dishes of Xian is the Roujiamo- marinated beef or lamb stuffed inside a freshly baked bun.The city is also k nown for its cold noodles and youll find dozens of noodle stalls in the area. And there are soups with all types of meat- even soups with sheeps blood for adventurous eaters.Uluru, AustraliaPut Uluru at the top of your 2018 travel list to catch theField of Lightat Ayers Rock before the lights go out. British artist, Bruce Munro flew in 50,000 solar-powered bulbs from his studio in Wiltshire, England, and planted them over an area equivalent to the size of seven football fields. As night falls, the lights transform into a sparkling meadow of purple, orange, red, blue and yellow. The display will disappear after March 2018, but the ancient site will remain a place for exploration.Take in the magical views of this UNESCO Heritage site from the deck of the Dune Pavilion- the newest suite at the luxe Longitude 131 lodge. Youll want to take a break from your adventures and explorations long enough to experience the lodges new spa treatments focused on Anangu traditions.This article first appeared on Travel Squire.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

ASME Recognizes Petroleum Mechanical Engineering Achievement at the Offshore Technology Conference

ASME Recognizes Petroleum Mechanical Engineering Achievement at the Offshore Technology Conference ASME Recognizes Petroleum Mechanical Engineering Achievement at the Offshore Technology Conference ASME Recognizes Petroleum Mechanical Engineering Achievement at the Offshore Technology ConferenceBenton Baugh, the president of Baugh Consulting Engineers Inc., received the ASME Petroleum Divisions 2013 Geoca Mechanical Engineering Achievement Award at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) last month. ASME presented seven awards recognizing technical achievement and distinguished tafelgeschirr in the field of petroleum-related mechanical engineering during a special reception at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC). The conference took place May 6-9 at Reliant Park in Houston.The 2013 awards program was sponsored by the ASME Petroleum Division, which works in conjunction with the ASME International Petroleum Technology Institute to provide continuing education and other service s to engineers and technical professionals in the oil and gas and related industries. (From left) Barbara Thompson, Petroleum Division Executive Committee member Michael Ireland, managing director, Institutes Tim Graves, operations director, IPTI ASME President-Elect Madiha Kotb and ASME Past President Victoria Rockwell at OTC. Benton F. Baugh, the president of Baugh Consulting Engineers Inc., received the 2013 Geoca Mechanical Engineering Achievement Award during the reception. This award, named after former ASME mainboard of Governors member and Petroleum Division Chair Karl Geoca, honors distinguished and meritorious achievement or service in the field of petroleum mechanical engineering.The Society also bestowed the 2013 Arthur Lubinski Award recognizing the best technical paper delivered during ASME-sponsored technical sessions at OTC. Three engineers at FMC Technologies - H. Brian Skeels, Kwok Lun Lee and Anand Venkatesh - shared the honors for their paper, De sign Guideline Strategies for HPHT Equipment.Aker Solutions Managed Pressure Operations unit was honored with the 30th Annual Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Award (BMEA), which is presented to a company or an organization for outstanding petroleum mechanical engineering achievement in a product, device or system displayed at OTC. Aker Solutions was honored for the development of a riser safety system that controls wellbore fluids during oil and gas offshore drilling. Aker Solutions won the Annual Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Award for outstanding petroleum mechanical engineering achievement in a product, device or system displayed at the conference. Four runners-up received BMEA Awards of Merit. Baker Hughes Inc. collected two Awards of Merit, for the FASTrak LWD fluid analysis and sampling service and the SureTrak steerable drilling liner service. Also receiving BMEA Awards of Merit were Cam Tech Products Inc., for designing the Gorilla Torque Iron Roughn eck, and Subsea 7, for the development of mechanically lined pipe for subsea applications.To watch videos of the Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Award winner and all of the finalists, visit the Petroleum Division Awards at the 2013 OTC webpage at http//asme-ipti.org/awards-at-otc-2013. To learn more about ASME International Petroleum Technology Institute programs and activities, visit www.asme-ipti.org.