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Tailored Procedures Documentation: Tools and Techniques for Every Learning Style

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In the world of process improvement, documented procedures help facilitate operational efficiency. Whether it’s scribbled notes or complex digital files, the importance of procedures documentation cannot be overstated. Having procedures in any form is better than having no documented procedures at all.

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Asana vs. Monday: Which project management software is better?

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Are you tired of trying to keep track of projects via Excel spreadsheets and Gmail? If so, it’s time to introduce yourself to the ever-growing world of cloud-based project management software. With the right app, you can keep track of everything related to your project in one convenient location. Project creation.

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An Admin’s Guide to Documenting Systems

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However, because systems are so automatic, many people don’t have them documented. So why should you document something you already know how to do? Documented systems: Allow someone else to fill in for you. A documented system allows you to mark your place so you know exactly where to begin when you return to it.

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Leveraging Automation and Technology for Procedures

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One of our favorite tech tools for enhancing our procedures is Teamwork , a project management app that keeps me and my fully remote team on the same page. In Teamwork, we can create task lists that break down our procedures into manageable chunks, and assign those chunks to various team members. It’s a game changer!

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Who Needs an Office? 10 Entrepreneurs Weigh In on the Future of Virtual Work

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For project management, Devesh Dwivedi of BreakingThe9to5Jail.com says “I love BaseCamp. It has every possible feature for project management, and other products from 37signals’ Suite [web-based apps for collaboration, sharing information and making decisions]. oDesk is a directory of international contractors.

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How To Hire And Manage Freelancers, According To Experts

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And the key to good management — freelance or otherwise — is communication. Clear communication up front, and continuing conversation through regular check-ins and transparent project management helps streamline workflows and prevent confusion. She shares an onboarding document with every new freelancer. “It Her secret?

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Leveraging Procedures for Effective Training and Onboarding

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Procedures are more than just documents; they are a roadmap for new hires, guiding them through the complexities of their new role and the company culture without constant supervision. You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. Think back to the last time you started a new job.