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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Miss Manners: Strangers want to take our photo, and they're bugged when I say no

A clever alternative to consider when responding to unwanted offers of help might be: 'Thank you so much, but it's just a thing we do,' accompanied by a self-deprecating laugh that indicates to onlookers that you find your activity amusing. This approach often encourages people to respect your boundaries more easily.
Relationships
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Asking Eric: I'm not allowed to speak the name of my son's ex, even to her kids

Communication with the ex-daughter-in-law is necessary to maintain a relationship with the grandchildren amidst family tensions.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromArnie Nicola
1 month ago

The Dark Side of Remote Work: 16 Disadvantages Nobody Talks About - arnienicola

Remote work can lead to isolation, burnout, and communication challenges, necessitating proactive approaches to maintain connection and balance.
Remote teams
fromArnie Nicola
4 months ago

The Dark Side of Remote Work: 16 Disadvantages Nobody Talks About - arnienicola

Remote work can lead to isolation, burnout, distractions, and communication challenges.
Remote teams
fromArnie Nicola
1 month ago

The Dark Side of Remote Work: 16 Disadvantages Nobody Talks About - arnienicola

Remote work can lead to isolation, burnout, and communication challenges, necessitating proactive approaches to maintain connection and balance.
Remote teams
fromArnie Nicola
4 months ago

The Dark Side of Remote Work: 16 Disadvantages Nobody Talks About - arnienicola

Remote work can lead to isolation, burnout, distractions, and communication challenges.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Business leaders estimate losses of over 300,000 revenue per year due to lack of foreign language proficiency - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK businesses face a 'Translation Tax' costing over £300,000 annually due to language barriers in international operations.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Miss Manners: The wedding dinner is for couples only, but I can't invite a dead man

Clarify with hosts about 'couples only' invitation to ensure it's not excluding singles.
Seek help for creating a video if technologically challenged.
fromLogRocket Blog
1 month ago

I used to dread big design projects - until I figured this out - LogRocket Blog

Managing complex design projects requires detailed planning, clear communication, and active involvement to prevent issues from arising.
fromThe Local Germany
7 years ago

These things about the German language still make no sense to me

German's use of 'laufen' for both walking and running creates confusing distinctions in movement.
Remote teams
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

How Professional Interpreters Help UK Entrepreneurs in Global Meetings

Clear communication is crucial for success in global markets, especially across language barriers.
Professional interpreters ensure accurate messaging during international business dealings.
fromOver the Monster
2 months ago

Here's what Rafael Devers actually said tonight

Translators in sports face challenges conveying accurate player sentiments, often leading to misunderstandings in media.
fromThe Bootstrapped Founder
3 months ago

Effective Communication of Value in Podcast Products

I'm struggling to communicate the value of my multi-faceted podcast product, especially to non-technical users like podcast hosts and journalists.
Marketing tech
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

RFK Jr. Made Some Truly Awful Comments About Autism And Now He's Shocked That Everyone Is Mad

These are kids who will never pay taxes. They'll never hold a job. They'll never play baseball. They'll never write a poem. They'll never go out on a date. Many of them will never use a toilet unassisted, the health secretary said.
NYC parents
Dining
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Miss Manners: There was a reason I only tipped $1

Tipping can be complicated and often leads to misunderstandings and potential offense, especially with electronic methods.
Cash tips are preferred to avoid pressure for higher contributions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

I've never been that sociable but thought it was because I'm an introvert. Then I learned I have a rare type of hearing loss | Rachael Groessler

The author undergoes a hearing test revealing mild to moderate hearing loss, affecting everyday communication.
fromIndieWire
6 months ago

'Bucks County, USA' Review: An Enraging, Exhausting Doc on How American Politics Weaponizes Our Kids

Katherine attempts to articulate the importance of understanding different viewpoints, stating, 'What you are seeing as a nationwide effort to lead kids in a direction, I see change in the culture and kids rejecting a rigid way of thinking that doesn't match their experience of the world.' Despite her efforts to bridge the divide, the conversation stalls as Vonna pivots back to her grievances, showcasing the difficulty of meaningful dialogue in polarized discussions.
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