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2. Job Searching $$? Benefits? Will the work be interesting and challenging but not more than I can handle? Good reputation? The people? Training? What is the company’s safety record?

3. $$ How much does it cost your boss to employ you if you make $10/hr?

4. $$ You are costing your employer $13.50/hr. **Basically, it costs your employer 35% more than your salary. This money has to come from company profits. Workers’ Compensation Insurance Social Security Equipment Vacation Days Sick leave

5. What are the 2 most common problems supervisors deal with on the job? Absenteeism Lateness

6. How to help with profitability? Brainstorm a list of how employees can affect their company’s profitability One person record answers Select one person to report answers for your group.

7. Profitability Avoid accidents Following company rules and policies Working quickly and efficiently Using company property appropriately Meeting deadlines Showing up for work on time

8. Making a Business Plan 1 st step is to evaluate the need for that type of business.

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