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How to Convince Your Boss to Let You Work From Home

Thanks to the growing real world application of new technologies, telecommuting or working remotely has never been more of a viable option for professionals around the world. For those who can take advantage of the opportunity, research has shown that this has led to a better work life balance and happier employees. Unfortunately, not all types of jobs and industries can allow for much remote opportunities, and some managers may not be open to the idea of their employees working outside the office.

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CV冇回音，因為頭6秒？

6秒鐘你可以做啲咩？斟杯水、send個短訊、睇一個6秒唔知幾多萬嘅TBB廣告⋯⋯6秒對於搵工嘅朋友嚟講可能係一個特別嘅秒數，皆因外國有研究指HR平均只會花6秒鐘去睇一份CV⋯⋯

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【IT事務所】手機不離身慎防玩上癮

過去10年，流動通訊的發展可謂一日千里，不單速度、功能倍增，連使用人數亦大幅上升……

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The Best Ways to Deal with Difficult People at Work

Different personalities and perspectives in the workplace help keep businesses moving forward, but differing opinions can lead to friction in the office as well. A diverse group of people working together allows their skills, expertise, knowledge, experiences, and creativity to synergise in ways no single person could ever be capable of. While this can do wonders for a company’s productivity and innovation, the harsh reality is that not everyone will always get along and it’s inevitable that people, personalities, and ideas will clash given enough time together.

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遇到麻煩客戶時不知所措？這些方法你需要懂

當你成為職場一份子的時候，你會發現，這個世界、最難搞的，未必是你那天天讓你加班工作的上司，而是那些讓你進退兩難、又不敢得罪的客戶！

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【中英素】甘筍蛋糕簡單易做

甘筍蛋糕是英國非常傳統的家常蛋糕，也是我丈夫最喜愛的蛋糕之一…….

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How to Avoid Common Traps of Working For a Family Business

Working with family has its advantages, but it can also have its fair share of pitfalls. Here are some hard-earned advice on how to avoid the common traps associated with the inner workings of a family owned and operated business.