It seems to me that we might all need a crash course in what makes a good partner, the value of commitment, how to respect yourself and others, and communicating your needs 101.

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If you are the one told to back off and respect boundaries, ask yourself a question and answer honestly: Were you acting out of concern, or were you trying to fulfill some unmet need of your own?

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But you can make the process easier on everyone, particularly yourself, by showing respect and support, remaining open and honest, and continuing to do phenomenal work.

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After an IRS audit has been completed you will generally think of yourself as home free with respect to that year.

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Franki Brandt-Pethtel, the Director of Operations for Bond Jewelers in the Tampa Bay Area, thinks maintaining a proper dress code shows respect for your employer, clients and yourself.

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With respect to each board or investment committee member, ask yourself: why are they there?

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There are a lot of community members who came out tonight because even though you may not be part of a military family yourself, you still feel a whole lot of gratitude and respect for those who are.

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Vathis says formality is needed to show respect to the judges, and to convey the right message about your client, your firm, and yourself.

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