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Lawsuits, Lost Expertise And Bad Morale: The Steep Risks Of Ignoring Older Employees

Allwork

Even if an employee doesn’t file a claim but is merely alleging age discrimination, HR and legal will likely investigate the allegation as a best practice. Maybe you are ready to trade in some salary for greater flexibility in hours or location.

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The Vanishing Executive Assistant—NOT!

Office Dynamics

The writer immediately points out that technology and automation have chipped away at duties like papers to be filed and landlines to be answered. And yet assistants help file digital documents and manage calls through their cell phones, so the skills required for these tasks haven’t completely gone away. This is not communicating.

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What does it take to be a successful HR Assistant?

Page Personnel

Negotiation skills : HR assistants will be regularly involved in various negotiations, including salary discussions and purchasing meetings. Skilled negotiators usually succeed in such a role. Get a free weekly update via email here and help kick start your career. What does an HR Assistant do?

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How to overcome the downsides of contract work

Page Personnel

More often than not, the contracts are fairly straightforward: you negotiate the job you have to complete, and how much the company will pay you. That’s not to say there’s no room for negotiations but in typical situations, it’s about a flat fee. These agents are also able to negotiate on your behalf. And that’s a good thing.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. For example, answering phones, taking messages, purchasing office equipment, working with relevant software and filing paperwork. What does it take to be a successful office manager?

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So do assistants think the role has diversified?

Practically Perfect PA

In the past I’d be answering phones, taking memos and maintaining files – nowadays you are an extension of your Executive. ” “When I first started as an EA, I was answering phones, filing, and typing memos. ” “Wow has my role diversified! I have been in administration for 18 years.

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Dealing With Unreasonable Requests

Professional Assistant Blog

Home About Me Advertise Dealing With Unreasonable Requests By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, October 08, 2009 Filed Under: Organize , Prioritize , Productivity Y ou receive an e-mail , among the many others that you receive each and every day. Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

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