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classroom. "Rachel, you're a genius at learning and doing card tricks. How can you be getting C's and D's on your report card and yet be so good at learning these tricks?" She simply replied, "Well, I tolerate school, but I'm not really that interested in it. I DO really like doing card tricks though."
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Back to the lady who asked to return to her position in the front office. From my experience encountering this situation in the past, I knew it would be best to place her back in the position she enjoyed, instead of forcing her to stay in sales. So I thanked her for bringing it to my attention and gave her the old job back. I also told her how wise it was for her to come talk to me about not being happy in the new position, as many would have stayed there and been
Damian Lang owns and operates several companies in Ohio. He is the inventor of the Grout Hog-Grout Delivery System, Mud Hog mortar mixers, Hog Leg wall-bracing system, and several other labor-saving devices used in the construction industry. He is the author of the book called "RACE-Rewarding And Challenging Employees for Profits in Masonry." He writes for Masonry each month and consults with many of the leading contractors in the country.
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