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20 Different Ways to say "Good Job"

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If you sometimes feel like a broken record saying "Good job!" to your team, here are some other ways to say the same thing: 1. Exactly right 2. Excellent 3. Exceptional 4. Fabulous 5. Fantastic 6. Sensational 7. Wonderful 8. Outstanding 9. Unbelievable 10. Marvelous 11. Stupendous 12. First class work 13. Amazing 14. Impressive 15. Good thinking 16.

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Yes, Going Back to the Office Means Talking to Humans

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As more people head back into the office this year, there will be adjustments. Some may be a bit silly of course (no more wearing pajama bottoms with a button-down shirt like you did for Zoom calls) while others will require more serious focus, such as learning to interact in person with more people all day long. In fact, I'll bet more people than are willing to admit are a bit intimidated by the thought of those casual conversations that used to be a regular part of our day before the pandemic

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The 4 Things Hiring Managers Really Want to Know

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As more people job hop these days in an effort to obtain better positions, they need to understand that just because they have a pulse doesn't mean they will be hired. Employers are still being somewhat discerning, especially when it comes to those who are seeking a "leap" in their career or even a completely new career. For those who may lack the specific skills or experience required in a position, these are some of the abilities that will get the interest of hiring managers: 1.

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What Does Your Pride Say About You?

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Many of us have been taught from a young age that lacking humility is a downfall. Of course, now that social media has come along, it seems that bragging is an art form. We might be able to ignore the celebrity or star athlete who can't quit bragging online, but it can be more difficult to stomach the boss or the colleague who is always gloating. We might believe that we shouldn't brag -- but one expert says that not correct.

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How to Say "No" at Work

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Do you find it difficult to say "no"? You may find it easy to say "no" to brussels sprouts, but much tougher to say "no" to a work colleague who seems to want your help with something that doesn't sound entirely ethical or may violate company policy. Or, what about the valuable customer who is pressuring you to do something you don't want to do? These are tricky situations because you need to maintain relationships with these people, but also believe that "going along" doesn't feel right and cou

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5 Questions to Ask in Your Job Interview

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I've never met anyone who takes a job and thinks: "I'm going to quit this job in 90 days and start the job hunting process all over again." So why do so many people find themselves quitting a job after less than a year? I think a big part of the problem is that job seekers don't ask enough questions during the interview process. They hear some general idea about what they'll be doing, their salary and company benefits and don't ask any questions.

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How to Ensure Fair Treatment as a Remote Worker

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When interviewing for a job, it's always a good idea to pay attention when you get a tour of the workplace and meet other employees. During this time, you want to look for red flags -- the things that indicate that employees are unhappy or that the workplace has a toxic atmosphere. (Some indications include workers who never smile or make eye contact, rundown facilities, lack of clarity regarding advancement, etc.

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