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Take control of your career and learn tactics, tips, and strategies that help you survive and be happier on your crazy corporate journey. Join Doug &amp; Elizabeth as they cut through the politics and nonsense, and tell you about their experiences in the world of the 9 to 5. They have years of consulting and corporate experience. Think about this: A 2017 Gallup Poll revealed that 30% of the full-time workers are &quot;engaged&quot; at work in the US. 16% of the full-time workers are &quot;actively disengaged&quot; in the US meaning they complain about their job, have resentment, and bring down morale. So you&#039;re probably in the 70% that doesn&#039;t like your job very much and we want to help you Survive the 9-to-5.</description>
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	<title>Performance Reviews – S9to5 #2</title>
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	<title>How To ACTUALLY Get Promoted &#124; Survive the 9 to 5 #1</title>
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