Ask Julie: "My boss is usually late, then texts and tweets during our one-on-one meetings. Is there anything I can do to get her attention on me?"

I am a recent graduate who has landed her first management position. My boss is great and I have an amazing team of three under me. I would love to show my appreciation to them all this holiday season but don't want to give them the "wrong" kind of gifts. What would be your suggestions?

My stepmother (who has no children of her own) outrageously favors my brother at holiday time. Last year, he got an expensive set of skis while I received a set of discounted pyjamas worth $20. How do I handle this?

Following that last workday of the year I met my husband at one of our favorite eateries and saw my boss kissing my East Coast counterpart. Our company has a strict no-dating policy. Now I am wondering if I should do or say anything when we come back to work in the New Year?