Work Smart! Conduct in the Workplace

Author(s): Penny Waddell

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Can you navigate today's workplace with confidence?

Work Smart: Conduct in the Workplace is a practical, easy-to-follow workbook designed to help you understand what is expected in today's modern work environment.

From workplace codes of conduct and cybersecurity polices to responsible use of the Internet, social media, and Artificial Intelligence tools like ChatGPT, this guide breaks down the essentials you need to succeed.

You'll also learn to communicate effectively through emails, texts, and in meetings.

Consistent workplace behaviors foster relationships based on trust, integrity, and principles.

Whether you are entering the workforce for the first time or looking to sharpen your professional edge, Work Smart offers clear strategies and real-world insights to help you address challenges like conflicts of interest, professional boundaries, and relationships.

Make better decisions, build trust, and contribute positively.

 

Penny Waddell

Dr. Penny Joyner Waddell is an author and corporate trainer for speech, communication, and leadership skills. Dr. Waddell authored Basic Writing for Business: a Technical Approach, and nine editions of Going from Stress to Success, published by Pearson Publishers. 

Since teaming up with Kendall Hunt Publishing, she has written four editions of SpeechShark and three editions of CommunicationShark which both include the SpeechShark app, available for IOS and Android devices. Recently, she also authored several corporate training texts through Kendall Hunt’s sister company, Innovative Ink Publishing. 

Dr. Waddell has been awarded the prestigious National Communication Association’s Community College Educator of the Year, Georgia’s Presidential Award from Toastmasters International, TCSG’s Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Teaching, and SkillsUSA National Educator of the Year Award for Career and Technical Colleges

Experience working with adult students in the classrooms and being an administrator and leader in one of our nation’s most celebrated technical colleges has provided Dr. Waddell with an excellent background as a leader in preparing others to be more effective in the workplace. She continues to break ground creating instructional materials to reach young adults, adult collegiate audiences, business professionals, and community members as they develop communication skills to achieve personal and professional goals.

"If you're seeking to reach your highest potential, Dr. Penny Waddell's insights will bring you one step closer to success."
Sean Antonio Lally, Film Director and Producer

Can you navigate today's workplace with confidence?

Work Smart: Conduct in the Workplace is a practical, easy-to-follow workbook designed to help you understand what is expected in today's modern work environment.

From workplace codes of conduct and cybersecurity polices to responsible use of the Internet, social media, and Artificial Intelligence tools like ChatGPT, this guide breaks down the essentials you need to succeed.

You'll also learn to communicate effectively through emails, texts, and in meetings.

Consistent workplace behaviors foster relationships based on trust, integrity, and principles.

Whether you are entering the workforce for the first time or looking to sharpen your professional edge, Work Smart offers clear strategies and real-world insights to help you address challenges like conflicts of interest, professional boundaries, and relationships.

Make better decisions, build trust, and contribute positively.

 

Penny Waddell

Dr. Penny Joyner Waddell is an author and corporate trainer for speech, communication, and leadership skills. Dr. Waddell authored Basic Writing for Business: a Technical Approach, and nine editions of Going from Stress to Success, published by Pearson Publishers. 

Since teaming up with Kendall Hunt Publishing, she has written four editions of SpeechShark and three editions of CommunicationShark which both include the SpeechShark app, available for IOS and Android devices. Recently, she also authored several corporate training texts through Kendall Hunt’s sister company, Innovative Ink Publishing. 

Dr. Waddell has been awarded the prestigious National Communication Association’s Community College Educator of the Year, Georgia’s Presidential Award from Toastmasters International, TCSG’s Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Teaching, and SkillsUSA National Educator of the Year Award for Career and Technical Colleges

Experience working with adult students in the classrooms and being an administrator and leader in one of our nation’s most celebrated technical colleges has provided Dr. Waddell with an excellent background as a leader in preparing others to be more effective in the workplace. She continues to break ground creating instructional materials to reach young adults, adult collegiate audiences, business professionals, and community members as they develop communication skills to achieve personal and professional goals.

"If you're seeking to reach your highest potential, Dr. Penny Waddell's insights will bring you one step closer to success."
Sean Antonio Lally, Film Director and Producer