For example, a new boss coming onboard could meet one-on-one with each member of the staff he or she has inherited, and ask that person questions like: What do you do here?

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For example, if your boss is a family-man, begin your casual talk with how important family is to you.

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This month, for example, the boss of Caracas's metro system announced a review of a new line already under construction, with the probable scrapping of two stations.

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