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Secrets and lies of a small London office

Everything the boss doesn't know about or chooses to ignore. What we all really think of him, the games. the affairs, the heartbreak. Involving...
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Sophistication? You have the wrong office!

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― I almost feel sorry for Fishy and Jamie. They had such high hopes for Amber and she is crushing everyone.My favourite Amberisms include:"Ew British men have such icky teeth" All the guys in the office looked positively woebegone and while I felt... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Oct 17th, 2010
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New girl in the office and co-workers misery is my happiness

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Sorry for the delay in posting. I hope this one is worth it.So it’s Ambers first day – she starts at lunch time and I decide to start the day well by:Being on time (I am only 15 mins late this counts as managed)Wearing make up- (Sucess foundation... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Aug 9th, 2010
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You have to be mad to want to work here…

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― So we’ve been interviewing and we have two candidates. 1) Amber – she is definitely not lacking in confidence and could do a good job but doesn’t have all of the database skills.2) Jenny – She seems very nice has all the skills and is a bit... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Jul 6th, 2010
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Awkward interviews and how to become a really bad manager...

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Note:Really sorry all for being awol for so long – I had some work issues to sort and just needed some time away. Also one of my work colleagues discovered my blog which made me consider closing it L Anyway if you are reading colleague – please... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Jun 25th, 2010
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Publishing ceremonies, mad CEO and having to work sucks

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― The last few days seem to have been manic - don't faint but we have all had to work - shock horror. Early in April there is a big award ceremony for a certain area in publishing and we are hosting this. As far as publishing awards go there are two... (more)
 CovertKate ― Made popular on Oct 17th, 2010
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Dollys drinking and soaking

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Thanks to Ted's current reign of terror we decide to set the world straight by drinking too much. We being me Ethan, Jamie, Simon and Fishy. Jamie and I are back on again but we are still keeping it secret. And we quickly decide the best way of... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Mar 10th, 2010
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The boss needs to know everything, office fights

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― More and more interviews I swear I can’t even seem to hear the answers any more. Amazing the number of responses you get from an advert in the Guardian, some of them from the certifiably insane and some just desperate. Apparently the lure of... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Mar 3rd, 2010
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The trouble with office romances and Ted gets fit?

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Ah playing in the company sandbox. Never a good plan. As my friend Jamie is funny sweet and a great friend. Unfortunately as a more than friend, he is jealous, texts me all the time, destroyed a nice bra from La Senza. (I like pretty underwear so am... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Feb 26th, 2010
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Interviews, airbras, and what not to do

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Sorry for the late update it has been a busy week so far I have:Received over 100 job applications from the guardian job advert - wowSeen five people for interviewsFallen over three timesFallen over once in front of another person - score!Ended up an... (more)
 CovertKate ― Made popular on Oct 27th, 2010
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New professional me, email abuse and inappropriate meetings

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Now I am a manager I decide things are going to change I am gong to be professional and detached and start falling over less. I only decided this this afternoon so the mornings fall does not count.However I get back to my desk after lunch to the... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Feb 12th, 2010
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Angry Fishy, gloating and new responsibilities

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Wow I'm a manager so do I get more money?" I demand.Ted sighs, "Yes I am speaking to Jay about your new package.""Great. Can I suggest a big raise." I smile as sweetly as I can manageTed laughs, "You can suggest it." (Damn my smiles are clearly not... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Feb 10th, 2010
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Work evaluations and awkwardness in in the kitchen

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Right before my evaluation I end up arguing with Jamie in the kitchen."Seriously Kate what is your problem today?""I'm attracted to deeply effeminate men" I replyHe glares at me, "It was just a kiss Kate, didn't know it was going to turn you into a... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Feb 8th, 2010
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Robless office, snail murder and evaluations

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Ever had one of these mornings where you are filled with regret - we seem to be experiencing one of them here.So far between us we are guilty of:One drunk managing to fall asleep on the train homeA lost mobile phoneOne drunken kissOne bag vomited... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Feb 4th, 2010
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Drinks, hugs, and someone who isn't me falling over

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― Rob’s leaving do – the end of an eraFor his last night Rob has decided that we should celebrate in style. His idea of style means lots of tequila. By 8pm Ted has staggered out with a very red face and has left his coat in the pub. Jamie Simon and... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Feb 2nd, 2010
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Spillages weird smells and impending doom

Secrets and lies of a small London office ― I like Fridays generally - but this morning they have demonstrated they do not like me. I decided to make cookies for Rob for his last day - partially as I thought it would be thoughtful and partially as I am totally broke and can't afford a decent... (more)
 CovertKate ― Posted on Jan 29th, 2010