Subordinates
Letter #1: Mr. Jagger has commented to me several times in the last month about employees playing games on the computers. This is not an efficient use of company time, or of the new office network. I know that the games are usually played while you are waiting for important information, but there is no excuse for playing computer games on company time. Therefore I must request that you avoid the...
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Letter #1: I have observed your class on several occasions now, and find your enthusiasm and love for learning very contagious. You know how to inspire others to do their best. We are fortunate to have you with us. As you know, it is time to hold our annual career workshops for the juniors and seniors. We hope you will be willing to host a session on opportunities for graduate studies. You are...
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Letter #1: Good job! We have had tremendous success during the first two quarters. I know we can continue the upward climb. Starting this Tuesday, we will hold weekly strategy meetings to plan ways to out-perform the Jagger group in sales and service–with the emphasis on service. We want our customers to leave the store happy with the service and products we provide them. Good service...
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Letter #1: Congratulations on recently completing the lifeguard certification course. I have just become aware of an opportunity you may want to look into. The Jagger Recreational Center has signed a contract with local schools to hold swimming lessons during school hours as part of the school’s physical education curriculum. The Center will need qualified individuals like yourself who can...
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Letter #1: I know we have all experienced a very stressful year. Even after the downsizing six months ago that reduced our personnel twenty percent, we still have not achieved the winning quarter we were hoping for. Nevertheless, I want to assure you that we will not have further reductions in our work force. And there is another bright spot on the horizon. Although we did not turn a profit last...
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