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Hi folks!

Have you heard the good news?

The long-awaited language lessons are finally going to begin at the beginning of next month!

Wow, that is great news!

I think all the staff has been looking forward to them.

I definitely have.

From what I understood,

the Chinese classes weren't supposed to start until after the new year.

I can't wait!

I just heard it from the general manager.

They are due to begin on November 2nd.

Well, I'm happy they moved them up.

Almost 30% of the hotel guests are Chinese,

and communication can be troublesome,

and I hate not being able to give great service.

I know!

Even if we just learn the basics,

it will make check-in and check-out smoother,

and I am sure the guests will appreciate our attempt at the language.

I agree!

But, I was surprised to learn that the classes will be mandatory

and they will use our participation in our employee evaluations

to help determine promotions and raises.

I didn't know that!

Now, I'm a little less excited,

it sounds a little stressful.