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Jan 25Liked by Jim Hodgson

Though it's clear that you lifted this from my work email inbox, you did a great job changing the names to protect the guys in charge. Word to the wise, though: I opted out of the health plan and I didn't even get a thank you note. But I did get some branded company swag as my holiday bonus, so far be it from me to complain.

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My wife had a job for a long time where they did an "appreciation week" for her role. Umbrellas, backpacks, etc. Every year the gift got smaller and smaller and worse and worse until it was just a $5 gift card. Then no appreciation at all.

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Jan 25Liked by Jim Hodgson

My employer must be reading the same advice column.

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