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How to Talk to Your Boss About Race: A New Book Explores Language Used in the Workplace and How We Can Improve

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Race is relative, which makes it hard for me to say definitively what it is. I find this definition of racism useful, especially in the workplace, because it acknowledges the historical racist influence embedded in our labor market and American corporate culture and connects it to our broader social condition. I tried not to cry.

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Climate change and the 6 Americas

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8 years as a middle school science teacher prior to my present career has, I hope, informed some of the household practices we have always adhered to: no paper towels or plates, no tissues (we use cloth hankies), no disposable diapers, and composting wherever we have lived. RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004.

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Writing Tips from Blackbeard the Pirate

Men With Pens

If you’re trying to forge a niche for yourself as a writer, then you could definitely learn a few lessons from this scurvy pirate. He spent his money as he earned it – on fine clothes, good food, and busty wenches. His exploits have inspired more than 300 years of literature, films and comics. Be THE Best.

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We’re Back – and Bolder than Ever

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This is true in your personal life, and it’s definitely true in business. Other times, it just needs a new coat of paint, a new set of clothes. Copyright 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc - All Rights Reserved. Sometimes, it needs a little adjusting. We hope you like the results. Now go explore the new site and have fun.

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It's all in how you feel

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 8 August, 2009 Its all in how you feel Remember when you were younger and got a new pair of running shoes? I recall the first day of school feeling so smart in my new clothes as I proudly walked to meet my friends. Lets enjoy our day together.© School will be back in full swing soon.

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Monty Python Officeland

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 July, 2009 Monty Python Officeland One of my former bosses said working with me was like being in a Monty Python movie. The funniest was the gym clothes. Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too!

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Webiste Critique Special Report: Kidorable

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Speaking of covering everything head to toe… today is a special report website critique for Kidorable, an acclaimed kids’ clothing and accessories company dressing little kids up right. “Where fun and functional come together,&# or, “Clothes that reflect the spirit of childhood – fun!&# What would you change?

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