Tag: work
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Truth About Small Business
A man owned a small farm in Minnesota. The Minnesota State Wage and Hour Department claimed he was not paying proper wages to his help and sent an agent out to interview him. “I need a list of your employees and how much you pay them,” demanded the agent. ” Well,” replied the farmer, “there’s…
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10 reasons not to Work From Home
Working From Home is great, until it isn’t. For all the pros, the WFH lifestyle also has some major cons. Here are 10 examples of work habits that don’t translate well at to working from home. 10 reasons not to work from home 1. Can’t use got stuck in traffic, train was late, car wouldn’t…
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Why I Fired My Secretary
Two weeks ago was my 45th birthday, and I wasn’t feeling too hot that morning anyway. I went to breakfast knowing my wife would be pleasant and say “Happy Birthday,” and probably have a present for me. She didn’t even say “Good Morning,” let alone any “Happy Birthday.” I thought, “Well, that’s wives for you.…
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How To Answer A Job Rejection Letter
The next time you get a rejection letter from a potential employer, send them the following: To Whom It May Concern: Thank you for your letter of [date of the rejection letter]. After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me employment at this time.…
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Fix The Brakes
A fire started on some grasslands near a farm. The county fire department was called to put out the fire. The fire was more than the county fire department could handle. Someone suggested that a nearby volunteer bunch be called. Despite some doubt that the volunteer outfit would be of any assistance, the call was…
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List of 50 Computer Pranks
Your friends might not find these computer pranks funny, but then you didn’t like your job anyway. Log on, wait a second, then get a frightened look on your face and scream, “Oh my God! They’ve found me!” and bolt out of the room. Laugh uncontrollably for about 3 minutes and then suddenly stop and…