Eric's ex-boss seems to be hell-bent on destroying his reputation and needs some help to change the perception others have of him. Dr Rob Yeung suggests a strategy which can help him.

Mary has recently moved into a management position where she is plagued by a colleague who bad-mouthed the previous person in her position and now she is saying the same things about her. Charles Helliwell has some advice.

Brian is starting a new senior management role that involves relocating his family. But in light of the huge commitment he's making to the company, how can he ensure some commitment from them in return?

Diane's unit is plagued with poor morale and disorganization – a large part of which is due to her lazy boss. Dr Rob Yeung has some suggestions to help her deal with him without upsetting the applecart.

Shayla is a young manager with a big problem. Key members of her team have turned against her and her authority – and effectiveness – is rapidly being undermined. Charles Helliwell has some ideas to get things back on track.

The three founders of Allan's company are technically brilliant but just aren't interested in management. Staff turnover is high and the problems are mounting. Charles Helliwell has some ideas how they might be persuaded to change.

After an incident with a member of her staff, Katy is being given the cold-shoulder by her team as well as staff from other departments. Penny de Valk, CEO of the Institute of Leadership & Management, has some tips on how to handle a tricky situation.

Gossip is ruining Aimee's life and her managers are unwilling to address the issue. Things have got so bad that she's thinking of leaving. But is there anything else she can do? Dr Rob Yeung has some ideas.

Paula's boss simply refuses to deal with any problems or issues that arise in the office. What can she do to break down the wall of silence and start some honest communication?

How can a manager deal with a member of his team who was overheard telling a job candidate that he is hard to work with? Penny de Valk has some advice.

Jane's working life is plagued by a poisonous co-worker who has made her life a misery. But rather than let it beat her, Charles Helliwell has a plan to help Jane immunize herself against this pest and get rid of her.

Ella has worked hard to advance her career. But with maternity leave looming, she is worried that her office rival is keen to expand his empire to include both her job and her team.

Sally has been promoted and now finds herself having problems managing someone who was a friend long before the promotion. Charles Helliwell has some advice to help her through this tricky dilemma.

Complacent senior management is tearing TJ's company apart, causing an epidemic of demotivation among staff who genuinely want to contribute. Is there any hope, or is their cause hopeless?

Even when he's presenting to a small group of friendly colleagues, Bijahn's voice dries in his throat. Voice coach Janet Howd has an entertaining solution.

Ellen works for a self-serving sociopath who deals ruthlessly with anyone he perceives to be a threat. Dan Bobinski has some advice on how to start a low-key mass mutiny against him without getting terminated.

Susan loves her job as a teacher, but the pay just isn't enough to ensure financial stability. But with a baby on the way, should she look for a job with better prospects or keep her peace of mind but continue to live paycheck to paycheck?

Umesh is torn between staying in his current job – which has its good points despite the problems – and accepting a more senior role with a smaller rival. Recruiter Steve Huxham helps him consider all the options.

Satish is keen to study for an MBA but isn't sure what interviewers are looking for in an applicant. Durham Business School's Dr Alan Jessop has some practical advice.

Mike's job in a financial institution is to handle complaints about miss-selling – and he's worried by the number of unhappy customers who contact him every day. But his bosses won't face up to the problem. Andy Hanselman offers some advice.

Every time Diane tries to figure out a better work-life balance, she hits the same brick wall: the unbelievable amount of work she has to do. Cali Yost has some tips to help her get to grips with an all-too common dilemma.

Adam is supposed be an intermediary between people his office and product specialists located globally. Yet his colleagues - and even his boss – are increasingly bypassing him. Rob Yeung has some advice.

Working from home one day a week has transformed Peter's life. But could economic jitters put paid to his company's support for flexibility – and what can he do to prevent this?

In Peter's workplace, those with a good story tend to be rewarded rather than those who really deliver results. So how can he and others deal with workplace situations and policies that compromise their integrity?

Adam has an important presentation to give in two days time but a heavy cold has left him virtually voiceless. Is there anything he can do to get his voice back? Actress and vocal coach Janet Howd rides to the rescue.

Kathy is a first-time manger who is thriving in her new role bar one thing: she has hired an idiot as her replacement - and now she is torn over what to do about it. Charles Helliwell offers some advice.

Eve has just been promoted into a management role. While most of her staff appear to be happy, one older lady has been stirring up trouble. Dr Bob Yeung has some advice.

A new crop of college hires has started at Donna's company and they seem to have unrealistic expectations about the amount of time they are going to have for their life outside of work. How can she avoid a clash of generations?

Despite graduating from a top-10 UK university, Seb has yet to land a graduate job and is worried that his strategy is flawed. Carl Gilleard, boss of the Association of Graduate Recruiters, has some valuable advice.

HR Manager Suzanne has been tasked with finding a yoga teacher to run a relaxation class for staff at her head office. But with no real idea where to start or what sort of teacher to look for, she needs some advice.