August 16, 2016 • Volume 7, Issue 17 • ISSN: 2154-3240

In This Issue

♦	Feature Article: Endless Communication Loops
♦	Ask Amanda: Do I have to share what’s happening in my personal life?
♦	Practical Tips: Speak Up

Endless Communication Loops

If you look at your inbox right now, chances are good there are several unnecessary email trails. Do your part to stop the madness by adopting the following habits.

First, and most importantly, before you automatically start writing an email, ask yourself, “What is the fastest and most efficient way to communicate about X?” Then use that method unless the other person has explicitly stated a preference.
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	Perfectionism is fear in a fancy coat.

Practical Tips:
Speak Up

Gone are the days when you can assume your supervisor is aware of your day-to-day activities. Businesses are leanly staffed, which likely means your supervisor has an expanded job description. If you’re competent, it’s easy for a manager to overlook your career aspirations simply because you’re not a problem they have to deal with.
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My parents are elderly and have had recent health challenges. As an only child it falls on me to manage their care and I’d prefer to keep this part of my life private. What am I obligated to share with my boss? B.D., Boston, MA

You have no “obligation” to share anything with anyone. However, it’s likely that you’ll need flexibility in your work schedule so it would probably benefit you to speak with your manager.
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