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Pawsitivity at Work: Perks & Pitfalls Of Creating Pet-Friendly Coworking Spaces

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Here are some potential benefits and challenges to help you make an informed decision about embracing the pawsibilities of a pet-friendly coworking space. Introducing a pet-friendly policy to your coworking space isn’t just about accommodating pets; it’s about enhancing the entire shared experience.

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

BMT Office Administration

They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy. Such action raises concern about cover-ups.

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Do I Need an Estate Plan?

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The other purpose of a will, and in some cases, a trust, is to designate guardianship of your minor children or other people you are legally responsible for. The executor you name will handle your bequests and filing pertinent information with the court. An estate plan will provide for young children.

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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

BMT Office Administration

These documents tend to be ones containing sensitive or confidential information. For instance, employers cannot include medical information in an employee’s general personnel file due to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Medical leave of absence requests. Family and Medical Leave Act paperwork.

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Employee Files: What to include, what to leave out, and what’s confidential

BMT Office Administration

For instance, if your employment records contain all the disciplinary actions and policy violations committed by the offending employee, you’ll have a better chance of defending your decision to terminate an employee in court. Also, you’re legally obligated to retain these records for at least one year by the EEOC.

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Stay organized and secure with electronic records management

BMT Office Administration

Jan bit her lip and hoped that Laura had not accidentally tossed evidence the legal department might need in a harassment lawsuit. Such a management system utilizes information technology to organize and store records in electronic form. An ERM system enables people to find the right information when they need it.

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Sounding the Alarm about Workplace Privacy Issues

Laughing all the Way to Work

As assistants we often work with information that is confidential and we need to use good practices when disposing of these documents. It was discovered that some of these were confidential medical records. [1] It only takes a minute for someone to break into your vehicle and steal a laptop or other confidential work information.

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