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Hello Everyone,

Just a couple of things from your humble Department Head.

Because everyone in this department has been working so hard and with such great results I have approved a small budget for a Friday afternoon Happy Hour. For the rest of the season, every Friday afternoon at 5pm adult beverages and snacks will be put out in the common area for all to enjoy. There is one condition however - before you open a beer or pour a glass of wine, you MUST submit your time sheets.

I look forward to responsibly socializing with you all.

Next, I understand there have been some problems with over-booking the conference room of late so I have appointed Ellen to look in to the situation. Please be patient and support her to the fullest as she tries to co-ordinate what we all know is a challenging situation.

That's all for now - let's 'bring forth' people.
Brad

From the company mailbag -

Dear Brad - Why do I have to fill out time sheets? I am a full time employee of Genesis, Inc. - doesn't the administration already know I work here?

Lisa
Firmament Technician

Dear Lisa
Good question.

Time sheets were originally created to determine clear payroll hours per employee but have now evolved. Timesheets may record the start and end time of tasks, or just the duration. They may contain a detailed breakdown of tasks accomplished throughout a specific project or program. This information may be used for payroll, client billing, and increasingly for project costing, estimation, tracking and management.

Thank you for your question Lisa - and remember - 'There's no me in team'

Brad

I must congratulate Ellen on her wonderful lunchtime presentation - 'Prioritizing Mission Critical Integrated Solutions'.

I think we are very fortunate to have a team member both knowledgeable in cross-department communications and so able to communicate the needs of each department so clearly. I believe the presentation went so well that I have asked Ellen to present more of these problem solving summits - at the rate of one per month.

I have given Ellen the opportunity to include other members of the Project Development team so don't be surprised if you get tapped to present your specialty.

Again - Thanks Ellen, great job.

Brad out -

There's a real buzz around the office right now - everybodys excited. Projects are going well, teamwork is paying dividends and the division is growing. I like to make myself available to assist when needed but I have to admit, I most enjoy watching the team when they don't need me.

I'm looking forward to the "Prioritizing Mission Critical Integrated Solutions Workshop". I think everyone is.

Brad out -

Hello,

My name is Brad and I am the head of Product Development at Genesis, Inc.. I have several talented professionals working in my department and my job is to give them the means and resources to produce the best possible elements for the 'Site'. My job also includes a 'coaching' element, providing leadership and insight to help the staff reach their potential.

So with all that in mind and in the spirit of good communication, we in the Product Development Department at Genesis, Inc. will start sharing our processes, thoughts and experiences through what is known as a BLOG. Honestly, why it's not called a journal or a diary is beyond me but I'm told that writing a BLOG or BLOGGING is the new craze and I thought it might have some benefit to both our staff and anyone interested in what we do at Genesis, Inc.

I have asked Paul, Ellen and Mike to contribute some thoughts a few times a week, whatever comes to mind and I'm eager to see what they come up with.

Thank you for your interest and remember Genesis, Inc - Six Days, One Universe, No Problem!

Brad