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I have decided to research for a set of instructions on how to assemble something in at least two different languages. Unfortunately, I was unsuccessful at finding that one set of instructions over the entire internet with at least two languages presenting the whole text. What I did find that seemed so very odd but obvious about the documents of instructions, were titled and noted indications near the headings of the document being in ‘English’. Anyone who attempts to read anything first notices that the text is they’re language or not. This indicated to me after noticing several times, foreigners must have written and distributed these products and instructions to manufacturers. I believed the U.S. manufacturers translate and indicate them for the ‘English’ people of the U.S. to be eligible to read them. As time is continually moving and changing, I seem to realize how not only technology, but how the many advancements, improvements and innovations are creating a more industrious result and outcome to the world and people; like ‘English-ready instructions’. The most efficient dual- language set of instructions I found on the internet were for the exercise bike (http://support.startrac.com/documents/ownman/620-7694C.pdf), which only had ‘warnings’ and ‘safety precautions’ translated in a different language. These types of instructions should definitely be improved by having a translated version available in all other language as a separate document or on the same one, not just the safety instructions available in another language. My question is, how does manufacturers expect 'all' customers to be efficient with assembling a product?   

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Do's & Dont's of Social Networking vs. Professional Networking

            There are a lot of kinds of behaviors in the workplace and within the social networking spheres that are not professional and neither increases our credibility, which we should avoid. When in the workplace, you represent both yourself and your employer. You should always make sure that you are mindful of that fact at all times, doing so will design your decision making in a professional manner even without conscience. Doing things that will improve the way you are portrayed to people, will certainly increase your credibility and professionalism; turning off your cell phone, going easy on the perfume and cologne, taking appropriate breaks, chewing gum, having food and drinks at your desk, leaving your workout gear at home or in the car, having telephone etiquette, participating in office gossip, and having the respect of what is on your computer screen (Facebook, solitaire, e.g.). A good attitude and a sense of professionalism in the workplace can have a positive effect on customer service, employee morale and general productivity.

            Do’s and don’ts for social and professional networking seem to be apparent and obvious to some people, but not everyone. Beginning to maintain a professional outlook on social networking should be by having a generally clean head shot of yourself as your photo. Being consistent and vigilant is challenging when making you a brand to suspect employers, but pays off. Update your profile regularly, don’t badmouth your current or previous employer, do join groups selectively, don’t mention your job search if you’re still employed, and don’t forget about ‘digital dirt’ from a picture, blog, and even your friends which employers can see too. Do’s and don’ts in professional networking should maintain calm and consistent. Do not forget have copies of your resumes; cover letters, business cards and or networking cards. Do join a professional organization related to your field and or achieve volunteer work. Do find a mentor, someone to help guide you, and come up with a system for organizing your network contacts. Do consider conducting informational interviews, the ultimate networking technique. Don’t forget to thank everyone in your network that has been helpful to you. Do keep networking even after you've found a job. Our reputation, character and status is very influential in most hiring processes. Any negative image of you portrays that you as a person isn't fit for the prospective position. Facebook, Twitter, MySpace etc. should be professional and updated if networking with employers because all and any positive or negative interprets of you, will be reflected. 

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The role of constructive criticism in the workplace is a judgmental and evaluative message sent from the boss, manager or employee, to another employee. Constructive criticism is strict, informative, instruction given in need for improvement in error. Usually being a critic for improvement; a person who cares for the outcome of either someone else or each other. For instance, a waitress realizes they see another employee who needs help and improvement in a specific area of their work; smiling and greeting; which is a rewarding aspect to the job of communication and apparent to providing service to the customer. One day, the one waitress with more experience may say to the new server “you don’t need to come to work on my shift anymore if you’re going to walking around here looking like you’re kicking bricks!” So the girl says, “Well I’m not going to walk around here looking how you want me to look because I’m just here for the money." "Well frowning and looking down to the ground won’t get you tips, customers, and soon your job, especially if you keep acting like that," the old waiter said.

 A time that I had to receive constructive criticism was when I was one day volunteering at the Hurley Medical center on the 9^thfloor with the nurses for my high school senior exit presentation. As I had begun to learn a lot of skills needed for being a nurse, I soon realized that I was very happy that I had finally had the opportunity to be in the “hands- on zone” of them. I had always been fascinated and curious with the medical field, human body, and nurse job, and always grew up wanting to be one. As I was approached the end of my volunteer session at Hurley and earned more than required service hours, I was well well-informed, educated and experienced enough to realize the dedication needed to be a nurse. During my last few days volunteering, a nurse told to me that I would have to be able to grow more into caring for the job, rather than just doing the job. I was astonished as I hadn’t realized the aspect I told and showed her towards how I would be a nurse. It was not an easy cashier job where people are satisfied how fast they get service, but as oppose to how well and careful you approach and handle your job, which will always come out to a better outcome and result. If I ever become a nurse or welder, I would always handle and approach any job with care, attention and caution in the manner of thinking about the perspectives and or audience, resulting in better product.