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Letter From the Editor
As another year winds to a close and the holiday season draws near, it’s time to gather with friends and family to celebrate. But as holiday parties, buying gifts, and decorating your home draw a lot of your attention, don’t neglect your work. Though the holidays can be a stressful time, remember just how fortunate you actually are.
While you’re hurrying back and forth, trying to get everything done, take some time to remember those who have helped you along the way and consider taking a few moments to reach out and contact people you’ve lost touch with, even if it’s only to say a quick hello. This month’s Manager’s Minute is packed with tips to help you have an enjoyable holiday season.
Have a great holiday season,
Brian Frederick
Senior Editor
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Religious Holidays and Work 
December means the holiday season — the arrival of winter, the New Year, and, of course, Christmas and Hanukkah. But in today’s diverse work environment, there’s a good chance some of your employees don’t subscribe to the same faith as others.
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Identifying and Eliminating Time-Wasters

There never seems to be enough hours in the day. No matter how hard you work, there’s always something else that needs doing. But one way to boost your productivity is to eliminate time-wasters. Here are some strategies to avoid or eliminate time-wasters:
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Office Party Etiquette

With the holidays fast approaching, lots of companies have office parties to celebrate. While it’s fun to celebrate and interact with your coworkers in an informal setting, if you violate the rules of office party etiquette, you can set yourself up for embarrassment.
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Thinking of Cutting Back on Training? It’ll Cost You!

Almost every organization looks for ways to cut costs. One of the areas you may have considered cutting is employee training. What you may not realize, however, is that by eliminating or reducing staff training, you may save a little money in the short term, but you’re actually costing yourself in the long run. read more |
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