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Houston’s Mayor and City Council have announced the layoff of 238 firefighters in 45 days. Laying off firefighters? Unbelievable! If they go through with the vote, the least they could do is come by the fire station to thank little Sparky for many years of dedicated service as fire engine mascot.
When they get inside, let them know because of budget cuts, you had to get rid of little Sparky and bring in two temps. Lock the door behind you so the group can get better acquainted.
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As an old Vietnam vet and workplace Traditionalist, you know when your team goes out into battle to pitch a major account there’s a lot on the line.
If you see things going sour, tip out of the meeting and head back to headquarters. Take your regular nap out in the open where the boss can see you. That way, when the team gets back with the horrible news, he’ll know you had nothing to do with it.
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Sometimes on Fridays, companies invite you to a working lunch to announce who will be laid off and who will stay.
If you’re from a foreign country with a different culture, you should be aware of your rights. America is a free country. They have no business trying to tell you which lunch pail to bring your sandwich in or the drink with which you prefer to wash it down.
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