9 Things Never to Say to Your Boss

“Think before you speak” is always a good policy -- and at work it's even more important. Saying the wrong thing to your boss can do serious damage to your career -- and some of the things bosses don't like to hear may surprise you. We checked in with some managers and came up with this list of nine phrases they strongly dislike -- and we'll tell you what you should say instead:

1. "I need a raise."
Never enter salary negotiations talking about what you need -- because of rising costs or a new expense, for instance. Your employer doesn't care about your financial problems. However, management probably does want to reward success and keep high-performing employees satisfied. A raise request should always be supported by evidence of what you've achieved for the company -- along with information about what people with your responsibilities typically earn.
2. “That just isn’t possible.”
Always speak to your boss in terms of what can be done. For instance, rather than saying “We can’t get this done by Friday,” say “We could definitely get this done by Monday, or if we brought in some freelance help, we could meet the Friday deadline.” When you talk to your boss, think in terms of solving problems for her, not in terms of putting problems on her plate.
3. “I can’t stand working with ____.”
Complaining about a coworker's personality usually reflects more poorly on you than on the coworker. Don’t make these kinds of conflicts your boss’s problem. Of course, management is interested in problems that jeopardize the company's ability to function. If you have to speak to HR about a problem such as a colleague's threatening, illegal or unethical behavior, keep your tone professional and the focus on work -- not personal issues.

4. “I partied too hard last night -- I'm so hung over!”
Buck up and get through the day with some ibuprofen, extra undereye concealer and coffee. But don’t share the sordid details of your night on the town with your boss. Even if you have a friendly relationship, he’s just as likely to react with (unspoken) disdain as sympathy. Maintaining a solid veneer of professionalism will pay off when it's time to discuss promotions.
5. “But I emailed you about that last week.”
Alerting your boss to a problem via email doesn't absolve you of all responsibility for it. Bosses hate the "out of my outbox, out of my mind" attitude. Keep tabs on all critical issues you know about -- and keep checking in until you hear a firm "You don't need to worry about that anymore."
6. “It’s not my fault.”
Are you a whiny 8-year-old or a take-charge professional? Assume responsibility and take steps to fix a problem that you did, in fact, create. And if you are being wrongly blamed for a problem, saying “Let’s get to the bottom of this” or “What can we do to make it right?” is much more effective than saying “It’s not my fault.”

7. "I don't know.”
If your boss asks you a question you can’t answer, the correct response is not "I don't know." It's "I'll find out right away."

8. “But we've always done it this way."
You may find yourself with a new boss who wants to try new things -- and the best way to present yourself as a workplace relic is to meet change with a "we do it this way because this is the way we do it" attitude. When a brainstorming session takes place, be part of it and stay open to new ideas. If you have concerns about a new idea's feasibility, say "I think for this to work, we will have to…" Don't kill new ideas with negativity.

9. “Let me set you up with...”
Avoid the urge to play matchmaker for your single boss. The potential risk far outweighs any potential benefit. In modern workplaces, hierarchical structures are often less rigid, and bosses will often end up in semisocial situations with their direct reports. Smart workers will draw the line at "oversharing" -- definitely something to keep in mind if you're connecting to your company's managers on social networks like Facebook. 
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By Megan Malugani, Monster Contributing Writer, and Charles Purdy, Monster Senior Editor

Sore eyes: Prevention and Treatment

Bicolandia summer nanaman! One of the most common problems people are facing at this time of the year is “sore eyes”. What is it? How can we prevent and treat sore eyes? 

First, we have to know what a Sore Eyes is.

"Sore eyes" is a common term for an inflammation of the thin covering of the eyeball and the inner eyelid brought about by a viral infection which may be highly contagious. The inflammation is brought on by a viral, bacterial, or allergy infection. However, sore eyes are generally due to a viral infection. Sore eyes can spread by contact of contaminated hands with the eyes (hand to eye contact ) or through touching of eyes with hands which got into contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. It can also spread through droplets from a person with sore eyes who also has a runny nose or cough.

Sore Eye Symptoms

There are many different symptoms you will encounter if you are suffering from sore eyes. Signs and symptoms generally peak within 3-4 days and last up to 14 days. These symptoms include:

• Redness of the eyes
• Discomfort
• Burning
• Gritty sensation
• Photophobia (sensitivity to light)
• Pain
• Difficulty opening eyes after sleeping
• Eyelids stuck together after sleeping
• Water-like discharge
• Soreness

How to prevent sore eyes?

1. Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water.
2. Do not touch your eyes and face without washing your hands.
3. Do not share towels, eyeglasses/ shades and make up.
4. Do not reuse handkerchiefs (using a tissue is best).
5. Used make-up must be thrown away if the patient has been diagnosed with infectious conjunctivitis.
6. Be careful that tips of eye drops or ointments do not touch the eyes or eyelashes. .
7. Don’t swim (some bacteria and viruses can be spread in the water).
8. Avoid shaking hands.
9. Disinfect surfaces, doorknobs, counters, elevator buttons, hand rails with dilute bleach solution.

How to treat sore eyes?

1. Frequently wash hands with soap and water.
2. Use clean tissue to remove discharge from eyes and wash hands afterwards.
3. Dispose used tissue in garbage bins. If the latter is not available, keep tissue in a small plastic bag then discard it as soon as you find a garbage bin.
4. To prevent irritation of the eye and possible scarring, do not use contact lens while one has sore eyes.
5. Do not wear eye make-up until the problem has been resolved.
6. Warm compress may be helpful to relieve discomfort and remove "crust".
7. Use antibiotic or antiviral medication only upon prescription by the doctor .
8. If drops or an ointment is prescribed, the applicator tip and infected eye must never come in contact with each other.
9. Especially for persons with sore eyes with runny nose or cough, stay in a separate room or away from other family members or co-workers.

Treat sore eyes the natural and conventional way:

1. Apply a poultice made from raw grated apples.
2. Apply a slice of cucumber over each eye for 30 minutes.
3. Keep washing your eyes so as to keep them clean.
4. Along with water, wash your eyes with warm milk.
5. Infusion of a plantain can be used as eyewash.
6. Cotton balls dipped in rosewater can also be effectively placed over the eyes for effective and natural treatment of sore eyes.
7. Try putting some salt in boiled, cooled water. Dip some cotton balls in it. Then you need to close your eyes and place the salted cotton balls on top of your infected eye for immediate relief. Remain in this position for about 5 minutes.
8. Castor oil can provide relief and a soothing effect to irritated and sore eyes.
9. Make some healthy changes in your diet too as healthy diet is a way towards healthy life.
10. Eat more of omega-3 fatty acid.
11. Get some adequate sleep so that your eyes get adequate time and relaxation for rejuvenation.

Sources: www.doh.gov.ph, www.ayushveda.com