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How to Start a Mentorship Program

Success

It gives you an opportunity to ask questions and explore different parts of the company, which is especially important with topics such as company politics, history and policy. During the pilot program, look to match mentors and protégés based on common interests and skills.

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Leveraging Procedures for Effective Training and Onboarding

All Things Admin

Onboarding Agenda: A Blueprint for Success Having a well-planned and structured approach to onboarding new team members helps you ensure the important details are being covered, the right people are involved, and the new hire has a more organized and supportive start in their new role.

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People now less engaged, less fulfilled and more stressed in their working lives

Workplace Insight

In response to this shift, the CIPD is calling on businesses and the Government to renew their focus on good work and improving job quality, citing the significant lack of progress on this agenda since the Government’s Good Work Plan was published in 2019. Identify and manage skills mismatches to engage, satisfy and develop staff.

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The sector responds to the Spring Budget

Workplace Insight

Ben Willmott, head of public policy for the CIPD “The Government’s focus on boosting research and development and growth in high-tech and green energy sectors, while critically important, is too narrow. There was also very little to address skills and tackle the hard-to-fill vacancies facing many employers.

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8 Easy Contract Changes to Make for More Sustainable Events

Practically Perfect PA

Sometimes we just need things written down and all we really want is an agenda on a piece of paper! Ask your venue what its policy is on towel and bedding washing. Ask your venue what their policy is on work experience and graduates and if they don’t have something in place bring in your own! Reduce washing. Utilise Students.

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Climb the career tree, all the way to the top!

Practically Perfect PA

If you’re arranging a meeting for your Boss, pay attention to the agenda. Absorb the information on your company’s website and try and learn new skills where possible such as reading balance sheets. LK Bennett, Zara and Jigsaw stock good options. Mind your business. Take an interest in what’s going on around you. Pick a project or two.

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How to Act Like a Leader Even When Following

Ian's Messy Desk

Being a successful leader means having the desire and commitment to developing the knowledge, skills and abilities required to inspire people. For example, if you are holding a meeting with team members, make sure the agenda is set, action items are completed and that things don’t slip through the cracks.