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Becoming the Boss: Advice for New Managers
A reader writes: Hi Anita, After working as a Sales Associate at a high-end interior store for 4 years, I have finally received word that I am being promoted to Store Manager. I am very excited to have...
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Making the Right Hire
Hi, Anita: I have just received notice from one of my employees that he will be resigning from his position in 2 weeks. What tips can you offer that will help me make sure I am making the right hire to...
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Attracting Talent on a Budget
Hi, Anita: I have been charged with finding a superstar financial analyst to join our growing company. We are a start-up company and my budget for this new employee is rather slim. How can I attract...
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Meet Your Mentor
Hello, Anita: I took a new job a few months ago in an industry that I am unfamiliar with. I am very eager to learn as much as I possibly can about this new area and want to find a mentor to help guide...
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Capitalizing on Team Member Assets
Hi, Anita: Over the past few months I have assembled a great team of individuals to work on a very important project I have in the pipeline. Each person brings their own set of strengths to the table...
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Discussing a Job Offer
Hi, Anita: I was contacted by a recruiter for a position at another company that is very intriguing. The opportunity would be a step up from my current position and offers a higher salary. It may sound...
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Power of Productive Teams
Hi, Anita: Thank you for sharing your words of wisdom with my team and me. We look forward to your post every week and have a question for you. What elements or structure do you need to have a highly...
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Obamacare Effects: Employers
A reader writes… Hi, Anita: I am a small business owner with about 45 employees and have some questions about Obamacare. I have heard a lot of buzz about the subject but not much concrete information...
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Thank You for the Interview
A reader writes… Hi, Anita: I was fortunate enough to land an interview at a manufacturing plant close to where I live. I am very excited about the possible opportunity to gain employment with this...
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Importance of Annual Résumé Updates
A reader writes: Hi, Anita: I have been working at my current job for about two years. From the time that I started until now, my job responsibilities have grown. Even if I am not planning on leaving...
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Declining a Job Offer Professionally
A reader writes… Good Morning, Anita: I have great news to report! After searching high and low for job opportunities, I was able to get not one but two job offers. I have taken both into consideration...
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Time Theft: Is it really a crime?
A reader writes… Hi, Anita: One of my co-workers always shows up to work right at 8:00 a.m. and clocks in. After she makes her mark on the time card, she is out the door to park her car in the lot down...
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Putting a Stop to Stealing
A reader writes… Hi, Anita: Employee theft has become a topic of discussion lately at my company, as we are evaluating how to reduce costs and increase profitability. What tips do you have to help...
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Tips for Time Management
Hi, Anita: My business has seen a huge jump in orders and we are firing on all cylinders. I definitely welcome the increase in pace and couldn’t be happier with the pick-up in the economy. But I am...
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