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NicoO2000
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What's the best excuse to use when calling in sick?

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beansjelly
Answer:There are no excuses unless you are actually sick! Honesty is always the best policy
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runnindownadream
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What do you wear to that holiday party?

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Kimmy5785
Answer:The office holiday party is a great place to show a bit of personality...wear something festive yet appropriate. Trade in your LBD for a LRD (little...
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lilliede81
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OUR SON, 39 YEARS OLD, RECENTLY BACK FROM BAGHDAD & THEN GERMANY, STAYED...

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Lizzie314
Answer:Are you willing to loan him some money, with the promise that he will pay it back once he gets his footing? I really feel for our troops returning to...
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runnindownadream
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Would you consider Relocation?

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carolineshannon
Answer:I agree with LauraLee311 -- there are so many factors to consider. Living in an apartment and not having kids are two huge variables that can make relocating...
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Kiki76
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Is it ever OK to cry at work?

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Gromer
Answer:WHY NOT,GET IT OUT AND GO ON.SOME DAYS YOU JUST WAKE UP WANTING TO CRY.COULD BE ANYTHING,DEPRESSION,HORMONES WHATEVER.IF IT HAPPENS IT HAPPENS.YOUR...
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I have worked at my current position for two and one half years. We...

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llkelly118
Answer:If you want to keep your status or what little peace of mind you currently have...Don't say anything to anyone in upper management or HR. I have done...
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anissia
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Seems I can't find work anywhere?

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jklbus
Answer:After being unemployed for 18 months, I'd had enough. I figured that since I couldn't find a job, I'd create one. I started a small business of one...
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