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When an employee and a company part ways, it can be similar to a relationship breaking up - nasty and acrimonious or mutual and dignified. What is the best way to resign when you are leaving a job of your own volition? No one likes getting "dumped." And that is exactly how your boss may feel. It is a natural feeling for any boss to feel that they have been "betrayed" by their employee. The supervisor may feel your actions are "treachery" by interviewing with another organization and accepting an offer of employment. When a manager brings you into an organization and invests his time and energy in training you and watching you grow professionally; the manager may have a "maternal/paternal" feeling...

What should you do? The correct way to resign is to do so formally in person, and in writing; providing your employer with a resignation letter. Why should you write a resignation letter? A resignation letter gives the company a formal record of your decision to leave the business. It will also give your employer written details of the notice period you intend to work. It is the best way to ensure you leave the company on good terms. Even if you'd rather just walk out and never return, leaving in the correct way ensures you don't burn any bridges which you may be thankful of in the future. When resigning, remember that you will be requiring a reference from your employer, so try not to jeopardise...

Resignation is a term that many people are familiar with. In business, this is a formal act for the employees in quitting or giving up their position or their job. This is a very sensitive activity and therefore there is a need for resignation alignment. This process refers to the alignment of the act with the goals of the employee. It is important that one understands that resigning a certain position may make or break his career. This can either give him a chance to excel or only complicate things. Hence, anyone who wants to resign should think many times before committing the act. Before resigning, it is essential that you are completely confident that another position or job is well suited for...

People to decide to leave their jobs for different reasons. There might be better offers in other companies. Wives might need to manage the house full time. Others grow tired of their jobs and want to look for a new thing to do. It is important to write effectively a resignation letter. Express clearly the reasons for leaving the position. Be grateful for being given the chance to work for that company. State your learnings and experiences from the company also if desired. How to Write a Resignation Letter First and foremost is to learn the basic format. A resignation letter is a formal business letter that should have the following:o The contact information - your name, complete address, contact...

Leaving a job is hard sometimes. But I have found that writing your resignation letter is something that you want to put some thought and time into. It is a reflection of your professionalism and can help you down the road. And besides, it is the right thing to do. If possible, you do not want to leave a job on a bad note when you don't have to. Step 1 Don't burn bridges. From experience, you NEVER know whom you will encounter down the road. They might be the one that makes the decision if you get hired or they could be your new boss. I even had to be interviewed by an ex-girlfriend 10 years after we broke up! Burning those bridges can only work out badly - and it rarely benefits anyone. If there...

When writing a letter of resignation, keep it short, positive, and simply include the date, your mailing address, a brief statement, and your signature. I don't recommend that you use the letter as a way to air grievances or point fingers. One famous example is the letter Eleanor Roosevelt, wife of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, wrote to the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), resigning as a member. Never one to put politics over conscience, Eleanor felt she had to resign, despite possible repercussions with her husband's Southern supporters, when the DAR refused to allow the great African American opera singer Marian Anderson to perform in their Constitution Hall in Washington D.C...

It turns out that "tips and templates on how to writeresignation letters" is the third most sought-afterinformation at my Writing Help Central Web site. So, when I looked into the subject more closely, I wassurprised to find that there is not a lot of guidanceavailable in guide book form on how to write a proper andappropriate resignation letter. In fact, a recent visit tothe world's largest bookstore revealed thatthere are no "how to" books available there that deal withthe art of writing resignation letters. Surprising, but true. This is interesting, because when you really look into it,you realize that whether you leave a job gracefully andappropriately will almost certainly have career and...

Do you believe that it's already that time to move on to another company? Are you unsure on how to write a resignation letter? Well, it's normal. As hard as it may seem, there are times when you need to leave in order to grow. However, you can't just take an exit! You need to focus on creating a foolproof resignation letter. You might be wondering, why should you care, right? That notice to leave is just as important as your other tasks inside the company. Make sure that when you leave, you leave with a good impression. Your resignation notice can do a lot for you. This is especially true when you're working in a small industry. Although it might seem unlikely, you might find yourself working with...

Today we have Terry L. Whipple, MD, Chief of Orthopedics at American Self, author of several journal articles and textbooks, inventor and patent holder, entrepreneur, businessman and last but not least, vigorous patient advocate. Dr. Whipple is here to discuss Transitional Physical Therapy, a DVD. Q- What is TPT? A- TPT is a rehabilitation concept on DVD that empowers patients to manage their own full recuperation from surgery or injuries and return to independent function. It supplements or extends supervised physical therapy that is limited by insurance allowances. And it stimulates patient recovery in their own home settings, using common household objects without professional equipment to gain...

The first day of school is never easy especially for young preschoolers. It is a period of adjustment for both parent and child. At this time, the parent is responsible for making it easier for the child to adjust in the new environment and accept the new situation of his or her daily life. Here are some childcare tips on how a parent can help his or her child adjust on the first day.o Choose the childcare centre that caters to children's needs and will help develop their intellectual, physical and emotional abilities. Visit the centre and observe classes to know how educators or childcare providers handle children.o Explain the situation. A child needs to understand that the childcare centre is for...

Maybe you've heard of the power of suggestion, and the influence one person can have over another. If you feel like you need more control in your relationship and need to get a better grip on your guy's mind, here's a few little pointers: The More You Know, the More Tools You Have If you want to be able to have great control and power in a guy's life, then you have to know as much about that guy and his life as possible. Your number one task to start with? LISTEN. ASK QUESTIONS. Resist the urge to talk about yourself and find out as much information as you can. Family background and previous girlfriends are two of the most important areas to learn about. He Needs You, he Just Doesn't Know it Yet...

It is not possible to scientifically measure the effects of divorce on children, because once the divorce happens there is only one set of data - the way the child reacts after the divorce. There is no way of knowing how the child would have reacted if the divorce never happened, so there is essentially no data to compare. Even though we have no comparative information, it is common knowledge that divorce certainly affects the children of divorced parents. Just ask anyone who is the product of a divorce, and they will tell you that they know first hand about the effects of divorce on children. Unfortunately, divorce is more common and acceptable than ever these days, and this may cause some...

New mothers and women with young children are often torn. They desire to spend time at home with their children while they're young. They also want to contribute to the household finances without sacrificing time with the kids. Fortunately, direct marketing home businesses allow stay-at-home moms the ability to do both. It gives women the opportunity to create residual income and plan their schedules around family life. Residual income typically refers to money that is "leftover" after all of the monthly bills have been paid. Stay-at-home mothers sometimes call this leftover income "mad money." Couples who commit to have one parent leave work to raise the children frequently do without extras and...

How do your kids feel about your divorce? Do they see it as a good thing for the family? Do they blame themselves for what went wrong? The answers to these questions depend on the kids and the situation. A child who has been exposed to a lot of arguments and violence may be happy to see the abusive parent leave. She may love the abuser, and worry about him after he's gone, but not being awakened in the middle of the night to screaming, and not being hit for no reason is a good thing. Kids don't like pain and stress anymore than the next guy. A child whose parents are "unhappy" or "bored" with each other may not be as content or relieved to see the family dissolve. Adult "unhappiness" is a concept...

One of the issues that most small business owners overlook when starting out in business is the use of technology. Whilst computer technology may require a significant investment when starting out; Overtime, if your systems are built correctly they will in fact save you very large sums of money, in particular in the area of staff wages. When I first started my business, One-on-One Personal Computer Training, I started out with a $3,000 Credit Card, which when you talk to any business adviser or business-coach is absolutely the worst thing you could do. One of the issues I have been most conscious of is the cost of having a large number of staff. The way I achieved a high level of efficiency in...

We meet. We fall in love. It is perfect; everything we always expected it to be - 'Happy Ever After' because that is what all the love stories and the movies promise us. These stories however leave off the moment a couple falls in love. They don't show you what happens next; the return to reality. So why does it go so bad when it all seemed so right? The short answer is that there are as many answers to this as there are couples who have been in this situation. Some of the reasons why it can go so bad include problems with in-laws or cultural differences. Remember Romeo and Juliet; Star-crossed lovers whose relationship was doomed right from the very beginning? And this was not because of them or...

A college student loan has given many people all over the United States a chance to further their education, even if they are not making a lot of money. Education student loans can be a big help in paying for college, but what do you do if you find yourself in a position where you can't make the payments either because of a disability or because of economic hardship? A student loan deferment is basically a privilege that allows you some flexibility to repaying your student loans given your circumstances. To apply for deferment based on your economic situation, you must apply every year and prove why you deserve to have your repayment stalled. Here are some eligibility criteria for a student loan...

You might not think it, but worker absenteeism is actually one of the biggest expenses that an organization can face. With health care costs grabbing all the headlines, it's easy to see how this important but low profile issue ended up swept aside. According to some labor reports, absent workers cost companies billions every year. Some of this cost is built into planned absences, such as vacations and sick leave, while some of it is unexpected absenteeism. Unexpectedly absent workers account for around 9% of all absenteeism costs, with planned absences such as vacation accounting for the rest. Although this might not seem like such a huge number, it actually adds up to billions of dollars per year...

If you are an owner or manager of a business, you know the frustrations that come with trying to keep track of employee time and attendance. There are lots of options available, depending on your needs. If you would like to move away from mechanical punch clocks and paper timesheets, then employee time clock software may be exactly what you need to help your business simplify payroll processing, ensure attendance compliance, and manage labor costs. Not all time and attendance software programs are created equal, so it is important to find the right time tracking system for your business. If a free download is available from the vendor, then you should give it a try. Just make sure that the free...

Once you make the decision to hire a new staff member, you'll want to ensure that a personnel file is developed for him/her, and that it contains all required documentation and other pertinent materials. Including the appropriate paperwork in a personnel file can protect both the employer and employee, legally and otherwise. The following list itemizes which documents should be included in an employee's file: 1. Hiring letter - this letter documents the employee's start date, beginning salary, office location (if the organization has more than one office) length of probationary period, and any other information the organization requires. This letter can help protect both the employee and...

(prez.un.TEE.iz.um) n Presenteeism, a relatively unknown concept, is the complement of Absenteeism. It is defined as the measure of lost productivity cost due to employees actually showing up for work, but not being fully engaged and productive mainly because of personal health and life issue distractions. Currently, Presenteeism is estimated to be up to 7 ½ times more costly to employers than absenteeism. (1) Statistically, Presenteeism rears its ugly head and shows itself for what it really is... a costly, somewhat unseen threat to employers. It is considered a threat because of its stealthy nature. The term itself is new, only recently added to our language. Considering the following...

Automated Sales Systems would be the best way to go for your Successful Business. To run a Successful Business Online you need to start with some Success Secrets in the right order : - a Successful Mindset, I call it The Million Dollar Mindset - a Hungry Market, ready to buy your products or services - the Right Product or Business Opportunity - to feed or serve your Market, to satisfy their needs. I have written an Article on each of these Success Secrets, make sure you read them. Once you have identified each of these Success Secrets for your Business,and you are rearing to go, you need to decide on how you will run your Business. How would you like your Business to run itself on 'autopilot' 24...

At times, you can't avoid being sick. The changing climate could be one of the causes. It might start being really sunny, and then rainy a few hours later. You may also get sick because of stress and fatigue from work. Your children might also get sick because they have weaker bodies. If you are to miss work for being sick, then you would lose a day's worth of salary. If your children would be absent in school, they'll miss valuable lessons and grade-changing exams. So as a parent, how would you resolve such a problem? The doctors excuse note should be able to help you with your problem. The doctors excuse note is a legal document given by doctors after a check-up so that you can excuse yourself...

Over the last five years, the concept of Employer Branding has gained traction as a necessary requirement for the attraction, engagement and retention of talented employees. Although the current environment is overshadowed by the realities of the global downtown, public and private organisations must look beyond this to address longer term issues that will affect the sustainability of their workforce in the future. With an aging population exiting the workforce and taking with it a breadth of skills and years of experience, a skills shortage is an inevitable reality. In addition, less people are also entering the workforce than those retiring which is compounding this future talent issue. A common...

A traditional timesheet allows employees to record when they start and end specific tasks. For some employees, this just amounts to starting work in the morning and punching out at the end of the day. For others, this may involve keeping detailed start and end times for various activities, projects, or jobs throughout the day. Whatever your business needs, time and attendance software allows your employees to record this information much more easily, accurately, and objectively. Employee time clock software can help lower the operating costs of your business by making payroll processing more efficient, ensuring attendance compliance, making labor costs more visible so you can lower them if necessary...

If you are a woman who dreams of having an exciting job as a Special Agent, the FBI is looking for you. The FBI understands that men and women often posses different analytical skills. In order for investigations to receive the very best approaches, mixed teams of male and female agents are needed. Some investigations simply require a female Agent. There are several different career paths to becoming a special agent. You do not need to have a background in law enforcement or criminology to become a special agent. If you do not have experience with firearms, you can still apply to a program - extensive firearm training is provided in the program. The physical fitness requirements can be passed by...

It is important to understand on what grounds your claims for an insurance may not be accepted by your insurance company. You must be aware that some claims are accepted and some are rejected. Some may have signed up a policy without understanding the eligibility conditions covered under the policy. It is the responsibility of the individual applying for a policy to understand the terms and conditions. While applying for a loan, it is important to understand that you have not signed in for any insurance along with the loan. A mortgage loan may have been offered to you along with the mortgage loan protection insurance, you may have signed for it without being aware. Always check the forms for loan...

Are you tired of searching online for real work at home jobs? Are you tired of being a juggler, juggling your day job and your kids. Your children get sick at times and you might not have enough sick leave to take care of them. You want out, but can't find any real opportunities that would allow you to work from home. What about starting your own homebased business? May you really don't want to do that. What you really want is a job that you can perform from the comforts of home. Knowledge is power. There are actually 15 strategies that you can apply that can give you an advantage of landing real work at home jobs or contracts with a company online. I am going to share three of the 15 strategies...

The employer / employee relations environment has been constantly evolving during the last 25 years. In Australia, as in many western nations, the balance between employers and employees has shifted back and forwards usually in response to supply and demand. At times worker organisations, such as unions, have caused considerable problems for employers while arguing that unionism protects workers pay and conditions. While this has been true in some arenas it has also been true that this has come at the expense of enterprise flexibility. Small business today needs the flexibility to rapidly respond to technological and sociological change and the old award system and its archaic inflexibility have to...

When you have a love one that is sick, there are people that gather around you and provide love and support over these difficult times, they will ring, call around bring a meal in some cases which is appreciated. After you return from hospital visits and there is any number of calls to return to give an update of what is happening with the person that is sick. As you are in a robotic frame of mind as you prattle off the day and what his patient is up too etc. People understand that the person is sick but will get better, and each day they ask "how is he today?" and you know that they are wanting good news that he is getting better. Sometimes this is not going to happen as is the case with a dear...

Organizations are increasingly recognizing the significant costs associated with high levels of employee absence. At the same time, managers are often unsure about the level and nature of the problems they may be facing, or about how these problems are most effectively addressed. Normally we can classify absences into two types, namely short-term and long-term. The success of an organization lies in the effective management of the resources and their employee's leave rate. An organization can adopt a number of methods to manage absence effectively. Some of them include the effective and accurate monitoring of leaves, defining targets for level of absence and providing a clear and concise absence...

When you start out in private practice, one of the most difficult things you have to do is determine what you are going to charge for your services. This article walks you through the 9 steps you need to take to be able to set a realistic hourly rate that will allow you build a practice that will bring you a reasonable income and cover the numerous expenses that you incur from your practice. Many therapists come to private practice with the view that they will charge relatively little for their services because they are working with a vulnerable population who need help and therefore they have a moral obligation to make their services affordable so that everyone can benefit from them. Now, this is a...

Employers have a vested interest in employee health, but those employees obviously have a major interest in it as well. Nothing makes that more clear than the flu vaccination, which brings positive benefits for both parties. Benefits For Employees - In many ways, the benefits that the flu vaccine brings for everyday employees are quite similar to those enjoyed by just about anyone. However, there are plenty of advantages that are more workplace-specific that deserve a closer look. Consider these points: Less Sick Leave - When an employee has to miss work due to an illness, their work not only suffers - so does the work of his or her coworkers. Avoiding the flu can reduce the amount of sick leave...

It is very difficult for a job applicant to judge a prospective employer for adhering to ethical standards and providing a positive working environment. Especially, since, an interview, most questions are being asked by the future employer. This article lists the two extremes types, at opposite ends of the psychological scale, with most superiors and bosses placed somewhere between. Like in most facets of life, nobody is entirely bad or good - most are somewhere between. THE BENEVOLENT EMPLOYER. There is a group of bosses who resume a fatherly and benevolent position towards those who work for them. Work is fairly distributed and the boss himself does not mind pitching-in and helping out. The tempo...

You have seen some signs to let you believe your partner is having an extramarital affair, but you don't know any other information or clue other than your own belief. How do you find out exactly what he is doing behind your back...and with who is he doing it? Before you go any further though, realise that who he is cheating with might not be as important as looking for a solution in the first place. That other woman may just take a role of 'the other woman' or the role of 'his escape' from the marriage problem HE may be having. However, I must admit it is not up to anyone else to decide what you really need to know of this extramarital affair. So if this is for your peace of mind, go on and find...

Figuring out how much your case is worth is a critical aspect of any accident case, both for you and your attorney. It drives many decisions, including when to settle versus go to trial and how much money your attorney should spend on preparing your case. This article will teach you all the different issues your attorney is taking into consideration when coming up with your case's value. What Money (i.e. Damages) You Are Entitled To There are three (3) different types of damages that are available to you in a personal injury case. They are: Special Damages, General Damages, and Punitive Damages. Special damages are those capable of being proven to an exact amount, usually with the help of bills...

"What's the issue here, Shelly?" Mr. Johnson asked his floor supervisor. "Why are our customers waiting on hold for as long as 20 minutes before their calls are answered?" "I'm sorry; sir," Shelly replied, "but we just don't have enough employees on the job this morning. Two workers are out for their scheduled vacations, and four more called in sick. As for that new man, Lewis, he simply didn't show up today!" "Four people sick? Is the flu going around again?" "No, sir," the supervisor admitted. "I don't think all of the workers are actually sick. I expect that at least some of them are using illness as an excuse not to come in." Mr. Johnson had a big problem. As the manager of a busy customer...

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was authored by Senator Chris Dodd and signed into law by President Bill Clinton in 1993. It is designed to acknowledge that employees have health concerns and other issues outside of work, and should be able to attend to those concerns without fear of losing their jobs. The law applies to all organizations with fifty or more employees and all government programs. The FMLA guarantees qualified employees up to 12 weeks of medical leave per year (defined as a 12-month period beginning when the organization decides.) This time off does not need to be paid, but the employee does need to be guaranteed a job when they return to work. If the company is unable to keep...

Employers pay a high price for absenteeism, often more than they may realize, in terms of both financial and production losses and employee morale. Managers may view the tasks of finding a substitute employee as a short-term inconvenience; however, absenteeism frequently has more serious long-term effects. Employers can, nevertheless, ensure that employees report in regularly and remain on the job. Before employers can determine the best way to combat absenteeism, they must identify the organizational and individual factors that contribute to the problem. Among the most common potential problem areas employers need to explore are the following: * Job satisfaction: Employees who like their job are...

You run a small business. You only have a handful of employees. You may even have less than twenty people working for you. With such a small business, there is no need for a company handbook, right? After all, you talk to everyone of your employees everyday and you know just what they do all day. A company handbook would just seem silly in your business, right? Actually, this is very much wrong. No matter the size of the company, you need a company manual. Think about some of the situations that you could run into even in a small business. Here are just a few of the scenarios that could very easily happen. These situations would be much easier to handle if you had a company manual. 1. An employee is...

Institutions eager to cut back sick leave will be able to profit from a bit of homespun know-how. You catch more flies, that old saying goes, with honey as compared to vinegar. Where we imply that punitive measures designed for cutting down illness are likely to be not as effective as activities that sweet-talk employees into Needing to come to work. Here is our leading 5 sick leave busting sugar-cubes, with just a dash of "lemon." ONE Get apparent policies and procedures concerning work absence. Personnel should be aware of who to get hold of, how contact must be made (by way of example, whether or not txt messaging, emailing as well as phoning is appropriate) and when notification regarding...

Income Protection is a vital part of your insurance program. This article discusses some key features of income protection which need consideration. Benefit Period - This term refers to how long you will be paid if you are on claim. The standard benefit periods offered are: - 1 year - 2 years - 5 years - to age 55, 60 or age 65 There are a number of reasons why there are different periods: - One major factor is your occupation. High risk occupations where this is a greater chance of claiming such as heavy manual work are usually restricted to shorter benefit periods. - Retirement age. This is why there are plans which cease at age 55, 60 and 65 - so that you can mirror your intended retirement age...

According to the Institute of Psychiatry (April 2005), for the first time, stress, anxiety and depression have overtaken physical ailments as the most common cause of long-term absence from work. With sickness absence reportedly costing employers an average of £522 per employee per year (or an average of 10 lost working days), there are good reasons to look closely at the root causes of absenteeism and, where possible, provide early intervention to support employees in regaining their health. Short-term absence Short-term absence is usually defined as a period of absence of less than ten consecutive working days, and will usually be as a result of the employee suffering from a minor medical...

Working and getting busy in our daily schedules have become a part of our life. Continuous work and a hectic working environment may make your health suffer and make you feel stressed and sick. Employee sick time is basically a leave period granted to employees for rest and for the well being of their health. It's a company policy to grant paid sick leaves which workers can use for a temporary period and benefit. Sick leave is an employee benefit provided by the company to maintain their health without the fear of losing their existing job. In almost all the places or working areas, it is a company policy. The sick time is codified by law. There are policies that allow workers or employees a paid...

Frequency distribution: The table below contains data collected: DATE MINUTES TO DRIVE TO WORK MON/5 OCT 30 MIN TUES/6 OCT 30 MIN WED/7 OCT 20 MIN THURS/8 OCT 20 MIN FRI/9 OCT SICK LEAVE/DID NOT GO TO WORK MON/12 OCT COLUMBUS DAY/DID NOT GO TO WORK TUES/13 OCT SICK LEAVE/DID NOT GO TO WORK WED/14 OCT SICK LEAVE/DID NOT GO TO WORK THURS/15 OCT SICK LEAVE/DID NOT GO TO WORK FRI/16 OCT SICK LEAVE/DID NOT GO TO WORK We assume that for the days that the individual did not report to work the minutes taken to drive to work amount to zero, therefore the table is summarized as follows: DATE MINUTES TO DRIVE TO WORK MON/5 OCT 30 MIN TUES/6 OCT 30 MIN WED/7 OCT 20 MIN THURS/8 OCT 20 MIN FRI/9 OCT 0 MON/12 OCT...

The role of a police officer in England and Wales is a very difficult one. The responsibility with which officers are charged is a very serious one; the safety of the public is at stake and only the more suitable officers are ever chosen. Since the police force needs responsible and committed individuals to carry out its duties, the pay and benefits of an officer have to be in line with this. The salary of a officer is really quite competitive. Upon appointment, a police officer can expect to be earning £21,000 per annum. This increases (to around £23,000) after just 32 weeks and then a pay increase occurs each year for ten years after the two year probation period. After ten years...

Overtime Labor Laws On the word of Indian labor law, an employee should be scheduled to work only for 8hrs a day with one hour break. The same has been revised in many organizations and optimized to 10 hours a day. The working hours beyond the restricted time frame put into effect by Indian labor law should be calculated as overtime and the worker should be paid overtime allowance for every hour. How many companies go along with this overtime labor laws? There are many people working more than twelve hours a day without any remuneration. Even knowing the Indian labor standards, they are forced to run the errand. If they fall short they will be incapacitated. Employee warning letter or termination of...

The following is an excerpt from my new book, "MORPHING INTO THE REAL WORLD - A Handbook for Entering the Work Force" which is a survival guide for young people as they transition into adult life. The book offers considerable advice regarding how to manage our personal and professional lives. As a part of this, I found it necessary to discuss the legal ramifications of employment. Do's and Don'ts in the Workpace (Part I) Life is full of rules and regulations. The only reason we write rules is to protect us from those who would break them. In past essays, I've discussed several unwritten rules for acclimating into the corporate culture. Now we will focus on the formal written rules you will be...

Employers and employees alike had a rough 2009 due to the global financial crisis. Business leaders wrestled with tightening budgets and cost-cutting strategies. The job landscape was vastly different to the one our 2007 Retention Review examined. While back in 2007 we were experiencing dramatic talent shortages, last year many employees if not asked to leave, were asked to stay positive and productive despite pay freezes or cuts. For many organisations, the focus was on streamlining operations to remain financially viable rather than maintaining employee morale. As signs of an economic upturn begin to appear, talent retention returns to the agenda as an organisational priority. Employees may feel...