THROUGH ENCOURAGEMENT AND CONSIDERATION SHOWING APPRECIATION IN THE WORKPLACE
TANGIBLE GIFTS A nice, personalized gift can be a display that you acknowledge your employee’s or coworker’s passions and preferences. The more you converse with them and learn about their personal lives, you can choose a more meaningful gift and bring a smile to their face. APPROPRIATE PHYSICAL TOUCH This language can be tricky, but it’s about respecting boundaries. A high-five, fist bump, pat on the shoulder, and a handshake are generally acceptable, but it is best not to assume. Everyone’s level of comfort differs, so always ask before initiating any type of appropriate physical touch. If you take the time to understand your employees’ preferred language of appreciation, you can communicate more meaningfully and positively.
Have you ever heard of “The 5 Love Languages” by Gary Chapman? It’s an incredibly popular book that identifies
message to be clear, consider describing the situation you’re referring to, discussing the behavior you are looking to celebrate, and highlighting the impact of the behavior on you, the team, and the organization. QUALITY TIME This language is all about receiving complete and focused attention. This means taking the time for mentorships, checking in meaningfully, and creating moments for teams to connect. For employees who value quality time, having dedicated time to connect and learn from their employers and coworkers can be significantly impactful as they feel seen and heard. ACTS OF SERVICE Simply picking up an extra coffee for a team member, or alleviating a work task off someone’s plate, shows that you care about their overall well-being and brings them joy.
different ways individuals prefer to give and receive love. You can communicate more effectively with your partners, friends, and family by considering their personal needs and using the language that speaks to them best. But did you know you can apply these same principles to show appreciation and encouragement at work? When you understand and use your employees’ preferred language of appreciation, your workplace culture will significantly improve. WORDS OF AFFIRMATION A thank-you note or shout-out from a colleague is quite powerful, but it’s even more effective when it’s specific to an act or moment because it shows that you are paying attention to what matters. For your
If you or a loved one has been convicted of first-degree arson, you will find yourself facing felony charges and punishment of 1–20 years in prison and a $50,000 fine. However, defending your charges is possible by hiring an aggressive criminal defense attorney, telling your truthful account of what events took place before, during, and after the alleged arson, and understanding the difference between a defense and a plea deal. A defense gives you the opportunity to fight the charges while a plea deal requires you to admit guilt, and in turn, receive a less severe sentence. Some common defenses to arson in the first degree include: HEATING IT UP UNDERSTANDING FIRST-DEGREE ARSON
The crime of first-degree arson sounds pretty serious, right? Well, that’s because it is! In the state of Georgia, arson is separated into four different tiers, and first-degree is the most consequential. Under Georgia’s criminal state statute 16-7-60, arson is defined as the criminal act of using fire or an explosive to knowingly and purposefully damage property. However, if you knowingly cause someone else to commit arson, you may still be charged. The cause may be to advise, aid, abet, counsel, hire, procure, or encourage another, leading them to commit the crime. But, what types of property damaged by a fire or an explosive can lead to an arson charge? Georgia law includes the following property types within their statute: • A dwelling or house that belongs to another person. • A building, vehicle, watercraft, railroad car, or another structure. (The owner did not consent to the arson.) • An occupied, unoccupied, or vacant building, railroad car, vehicle, or structure. (The arson was committed with intent to harm the owner.) • A building, structure, vehicle, or railroad car (The victim’s life was placed in danger because of the fire.)
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Lack of intent to set fire to property
Accidental fire Mistaken identity Having an alibi Actual innocence
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Here are Yeargan & Kert, LLC, we are prepared to defend your case. We have experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorneys ready to represent you against any arson charge within the state of Georgia. Give us a call today — we bring the heat!
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