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If you would like to find out how other nursery managers might respond to a problem that you are facing, then write giving details to: A Problem Shared, Nursery World, Admiral House, 66-68 East Smithfield, London E1W 1BX. Q A member of staff is having marital difficulties. She is beginning to arrive late for work and often looks as if she has been crying. The slightest problem can now make her burst into tears in the office. I've noticed that she is not completing work set for her, and her general appearance and body odour is poor.

Q A member of staff is having marital difficulties. She is beginning to arrive late for work and often looks as if she has been crying. The slightest problem can now make her burst into tears in the office. I've noticed that she is not completing work set for her, and her general appearance and body odour is poor.

A Arrange a meeting with the person. The meeting may last a long time, so choose a morning or afternoon when you won't have to leave to attend other appointments. Also make sure you will be able to give the staff member your full attention. Tell other staff members you don't want to be interrupted during the meeting, and ask someone to take your telephone calls.

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