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Louanne's avatar

I remember asking for a two-week vacation, and being initially denied. I made the point that if my staff couldn't cope without me for a mere two weeks, then I was a lousy branch manager. And I wasn't. Got my vacation. No problems.

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Ray Pellecchia's avatar

Another terrific post, Al. Reminds me of the lessons of collaboration in my favorite business book, "American Icon."

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