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Listed below are some reasons a person might be criticized in the workplace:

1. Arriving at work late
2. Talking down to other employees
3. Not cleaning up their work station and/or the office kitchen area
4. Gossiping
5. Dressing in an unprofessional manner

Things one might do to improve the workplace environment:

1. Offer to answer questions or concerns for a person who is struggling
2. Be a team player
3. Maintain a positive attitude
4. Suggest training opportunities

If you are going offer criticism, either positive or negative, you will want to do the follow:

1. Focus first on the positive attributes of the employee
2. Be sure that you have a clear understanding of the situation you are discussing
3. Present your information in a positive, and non-threatening way
4. Offer suggestions for improvement

 

Preliminary Ground Work Memo

Date: October 24, 2017

To: Professor Lance Uyeda

From: TEAM 4: Alyha, Chad, Shelia, Spencer, Wanda

Subject: Ground Work Memo

Overview: The purpose of this project is to hopefully persuade U. S. Representative David P. Roe (R-Tennessee District I) https://roe.house.gov/ to make changes that will improve the current GI Bill and alleviate some of the problems recipients currently encounter or have faced. We divided the project into three subtopics: Wanda and Spencer will be researching the history of GI Bill. Shelia will be relating her experience as a dependent spouse. Chad will be sharing his personal experience as a recipient and the problems he faces. Alyha will be researching the future of the GI Bill and its effects on future veterans/reservists.

Preliminary Research: Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard is a U.S politician and Army Veteran. She is an excellent source because she served in the military and represents the 2nd Congressional District of Hawaii. She can be contacted at TulsiOffice@mail.house.gov (808) 541-1986. Karen Puu works at Windward Community College VA Office as a coordinator on behalf of student veterans and can be contacted at kpuu@hawaii.edu  or (808) 235-7431. She is an expert on veteran affairs and oversees WCC’s  student veteran’s program.

Cited Sources:

“US Department of Veteran Affairs.” http://www.va.gov.

“ACE Report Shows Early Results of Post-9/11 GI Bill.” Presidency, vol. 14, no. 2, Spring/Summer 2011, pp.40-41.

“Vietnam Veterans and the GI Bill.” Washington Post, 19, July,1997.

EBenefits Fact Sheet – dol.Gov. www.bing.com/cr?IG=7EDBA1D9218F4D09946F80318DC544BA&CID=32465C2AC68E6D2F2D6F570DC7886C5F&rd=1&h=NdIEy5gGJMo_qvo8mbjZXRsRxcuIHDHaSnRf15BnFjI&v=1&r=https%3a%2f%2fwww.dol.gov%2fvets%2fVMS%2fVPLs%2feBenefits-factsheet.pdf&p=DevEx,5043.1.

University, Saint Leo. “Military-Friendly Top 10 School | Saint Leo University Online.” Blog, info.online.saintleo.edu/military-friendly?campaign=&adgroup=&keyword=%2Bgi%2B%2Bbill&matctype=b&network=s&device=c&GA_loc_physical_ms=9032766&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_ePWzZWN1wI  VBQ1pCh0Miws2EAAYAiAAEgJAefD_BwE.

STEWART, PEARL. “Veteran Dilemma.” Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, vol. 31, no. 20, 06Nov.2014,pp.8-10.EBSCOhost,wccproxy.lib.hawaii.edu:2048/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=99287009.  

Jensen, Ron. “Cuts to GI Bill Benefits Come under More Fire.” National Guard, vol. 70, no. 4, Apr.2016,p.15.EBSCOhostm,wccproxy.lib.hawaii.edu:2048/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=115057663.

United States, Congress, House-Veterans Affairs; Armed Forces. H.R. 3218. www.congress.gov, https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/3218, (2017-2018).

Things to Know About the “Forever GI Bill”: A Section by Section Analysis of this  Groundbreaking Legislation. www.studentveterans.org, Student Veterans of America, Aug 2017,   nvest.studentveterans.org/wp-content/uploads/Things-to-Know-About-the-Forever-GI-Bill_SVA-1

 

My answer regarding the direct reply was incorrect.  In reviewing the chapter, the correct opening is to start directly by responding to the request with a summary statement (i.e. Yes, our store can offer you free shipping on the merchandise you requested).

I also missed the question regarding the most appropriate opening for an adjustment letter granting a claim.  As stated in the book you should grant the request or announce the adjustment immediately (i.e. You should receive your replacement Fitbit not later than October 9th).

I feel both of these mistakes could have been avoided by taking more time to read the details of each question.  I allowed the first few words to determine my answer without considering the full impact of the question.

 

Question 5:  Which example implies a refusal to open the Manaleo bathrooms, most effectively cushioning the  bad news.  The answer is:

C) Although repairs on the bathrooms must continue at a safe pace to ensure cleanliness and safety when they reopen, the maintenance crew reports that they are making good progress.  They hope to complete their work as soon as possible.

The only indication for this to be the correct answer for me is the word “although” and “lots of cushioning”  which I perceived to be rambling and not to the point.  I’m confused as to where the “refusal” to open the bathroom is mentioned?!?

 

Benjamin Ekimura

Wanda Hanson

Alyha Kline

Shelia Smith

Spencer Sonoda

ENG 209

Lance Uyeda

October 4, 2017

Dear Mr. Malanga,

It has been my pleasure to have been employed with 808 bounce for the past 5 years. During the majority of that time I have worked every weekend as required. I respectfully request the upcoming weekend off to attend my graduation. I will be receiving my associate’s degree from Windward Community College on May 12.

If any supporting documentation is required, I can provide a letter from the WCC Vice Chancellor, Amy Rozek. I look forward to receiving authorization for the requested time off by May 1.

Respectfully,

Your Dedicated Employees

 

 

Dear City Mill,

I am requesting personal time off to attend my eight year old son’s school performance on Saturday October 7 at Windward Community College’s Ho’olaulea. I understand the department’s need for customer service coverage and Spencer has agreed to cover my shift. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

 

Sincerely,

Ben

 

 

October 2, 2017

 

Dear Sally Consumer,

The Spaghetti Factory is a family owned and operated restaurant which has been voted number one in customer satisfaction for the last five years.

We appreciate your loyal patronage and apologize for any inconvenience during your recent visit to our restaurant. Our company policy offers meal replacement of equal value.

We hope to see you soon,

 

Management