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Depressed woman loses benefits
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Workplace gifting
The end-of-year corporate gift-giving frenzy is a minefield of etiquette and anxiety. Although seasonal customs dictate that it is better to give than to receive, perhaps in the corporate world, it's better not to receive at all. Being a sexy secret Santa may seem like a swell idea, but gifts with any hint of impropriety may prove embarrassing. So refrain from buying a colleague a pair of fur-trimmed handcuffs. And like a slumbering monster, tipping etiquette often shows its ugly face this time of year.
Do you give Christmas or birthday presents to your colleagues?
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Media Watch
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Newsworthy
Depressed woman loses benefits
Memo from Big Brother: In this dystopian era of total surveillance, employees on sick leave for depression must, at all time, appear depressed.
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(Source: CBC)
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Personal advancement
Are you a narcissist?
You have to be your own greatest fan and champion your accomplishments, but are you a narcissist? These self-involved people are best ignored.
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(Source: Canoe, Lifewise)
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Professional development
Expect less and get more
Many people are their own worst critics, particularly perfectionists paralyzed by procrastination. Expect less: You may just surprise yourself.
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(Source: Vancouver 24 Hours)
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Do you give Christmas or birthday presents to your colleagues?
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Gemologist accreditation
Like astronomists who loathe to be taken for fortune tellers, this aspiring gemologist would rather not be confused with a geologist. Geesh! In order to deserve the title, would-be gemologist must seek an internationally recognized accreditation which is available from several training institutions across Canada. For more ideas, visit the Online Counsellor at CanLearn.
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