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sending a group photo to a grieving coworker, using a portfolio at an interview, and more

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Why don’t we send a card and flowers or food, which are more traditional for condolences?”. I am an administrative assistant and have a second job interview coming up the end of this week. I really want to wow them with my great administrative skills and do something that will make me stand out above the other candidate(s).

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unexpected gift card, suspect meat in the cafeteria, and more

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I used to do restaurant work, and I know this goes against every food safety rule out there. This can easily cause food poisoning, salmonella, and even E. I am an analyst at a government agency. I had understood I’d be doing student development work, but it’s turned out to be more of an administrative assistant position.”