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Aug 2019
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How Just a Little Rest Can Change Your L...

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media
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You know what customer service people really like? They like when you are nice to them. This episode begins with a magical phrase the next time you need a customer service person to go the extra mile for you. (Lori Jo Vest, author of Who’s Your Gladys?) Your body needs to rest. Not just sleep - rest. And rest isn’t necessarily sitting on the couch watching t ... Show More
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