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Smoke-Free Campus, Active Listening, Independence Day

 July 1, 2019

Smoke-Free Policy Goes into Effect One Year from Today
The new smoke-free policy banning the use of combustible tobacco products on Duke-owned and leased property goes into effect July 1, 2020. Understand your role as a manager and how you can help support employees in your department.

Can You Hear Me Now? Tips on Active Listening
Listening to your employees, really listening, is a powerful way to show respect. Active listening is the technique of fully concentrating, reflecting, clarifying, summarizing, sharing and withholding judgment. Check out these tips on being a better listener.

How Do You #DukeTimeOff for the Holiday?
As part of its benefit package, Duke provides University staff with 13 paid holidays, including Independence Day this Thursday. Remind staff to share their photos on social media using the #DukeTimeOff hashtag or by submitting them through the Working@Duke survey form.