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Answering Reader Mail: Being Terminated (Social Etiquette Part 2)

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Hello Readers - 8 months ago, a reader asked me a question about fraternization and social etiquette at work. There were no rules against fraternization in our employee handbook and because the SVPs I supported often took their subordinates out for carousing and merriment, I went against her wishes. The link is that original post.

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Ease up on customer service demands during inclement weather

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So instead of telling the person behind the desk she is a “blithering fool,” please learn how to treat people with decency and respect. Employees are not automatically entitled to being paid if they can’t get to work, and those policies should be clearly explained in staffing contracts or the company handbook.

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Books & How to be a Better Assistant Through Suggested Readings

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The Definitive Executive Assistant and Managerial Handbook by Sue France Emily Post’s The Etiquette Advantage in Business (Anything she does is always valuable.) Constant growth and learning can only serve you better at work and in life! 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Rereading it.) Congrats on your new position!

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Service Untitled» Blog Archive » Book Review: The Retail Doctor's.

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Expressive : Spontaneous, good negotiator,and learns by doing. The importance of helping employees by using written job descriptions, handbooks for the “don’ts&# of the business, and training that covers the “do&# procedures will ensure employees function as you want.

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Tips for Managing Politics In the Workplace During Election Season

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We also provide resources for employees to learn about issues and vote. Update your policies and procedures It’s time to bust out that dusty handbook (which is hopefully not in actual book form anymore). “We advise staff to discuss politics respectfully and outside of work hours. This creates a knowledgeable workforce.”