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Alanna's LessonsMarch 10, 2026 · 7 min read
It's None of Your Business: Why You Should Never Ask Your Coworkers Personal Questions
Asking coworkers where they live, how old they are, or about their personal life crosses a professional boundary. Learn why privacy is dignity — and what to say instead.
Lesson 1: Never Ask Where a Coworker LivesLesson 2: Privacy Is Dignity, Not SecrecyLesson 3: The Art of Professional Conversation
Real situations. Real wisdom. Two lessons from Alanna's experience navigating the modern workplace — what to do when a coworker vents about another employee, and why keeping it light and kind is the most strategic thing you can do.
Lesson 1: When a Coworker Talks to You About Another EmployeeLesson 2: You're at Work to Work — Keep It Light & Kind