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From the monthly archives:
October 2009
Q: Is there a polite way to stop the person behind you in the supermarket checkout line from unloading her items before you’ve finished unloading yours? I’ve had this happen to me, and purchases got mixed up. A: I’d just make sure to use the divider bar. If there isn’t one, you might say to [...]
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Q: I use my maiden name professionally, but my husband’s socially. How should I have printed my name on invitations and holiday cards that I want to send to both professional and social acquaintances? A: If you’re sending out a lot of cards you might have two sets printed up, one using your professional name [...]
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Q: A friend who was laid off a few months ago just heard about a job in my office and wants me to recommend her. Problem is, I don’t think she’s qualified. How honest should I be with her? A: Even if she’s in dire straits, you need to be up front with her, which [...]
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Q: Whenever she visits, my sister changers daughter’s diaper on my new sofa, then sticks the soiled one in the kitchen garbage, where it sits until someone carries out the bag. I’m disgusted-can I complain to her? A: Your sister should know better, but try to handle this without going on the attack-no lecture, just [...]
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In the coming weeks, will you change the way you greet people socially and in business situations due to concern over the spread of the H1N1 flu virus? No. I’m not really worried and think it would be awkward to NOT shake hands. (63%, 257 Votes) I haven’t decided yet. I’ll wait and see what happens. (24%, [...]
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