5 ways to avoid a bad reputation at work!

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Some people say that all publicity is good publicity. That just isn’t true.

Just ask Chris Brown. His singing popularity has dropped since the abuse allegations surfaced. His image as one of the good boys has been tarnished and even record sales have slowed.

Not all publicity is good, and that’s an important thing to remember when you’re on set. You want to be remembered, but not for the wrong reasons.

Here are a few quick tips to stay in the good graces of everyone on set and possibly leave the experience with a few good contacts.

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VIDEO: Keira Knightley in shocking abuse PSA

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In the wake of Rihanna and Chris Brown’s domestic abuse case, the issue has become a hot topic among celebrities and others.

Domestic abuse results in the death of 2 women every week – a little-known statistic – and it shouldn’t be of interest only when a celebrity’s life is involved.

Academy Award-nominated actress Keira Knightley has teamed up with the UK-based charity WomensAid to draw more attention to this very serious issue. She’s released this violent PSA, directed by Atonement’s Joe Wright.

Be warned, this video is serious and disturbing – but then, that’s the point:

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