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Introduction to Procedures: Usage, Terminology, and Tips for Getting Started

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Example: An employee handbook that includes a procedure for submitting expense reports, outlining the steps to fill out the form, attach receipts, and submit it to the finance department. Procedure – A documented, step-by-step guide that tells someone how to complete a certain task or process.

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Writing Meaningful Performance Goals

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The company’s goal may be to increase sales by 15% over the next year, secure six new clients each month, or cut overhead expenses by 10% this quarter. For instance, becoming more proficient in PowerPoint can help reduce errors and editing time on presentations. Every organization needs to be profitable to stay in business. Efficiency.

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Administrative Assistant Job Descriptions

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This can also include creating and modifying PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets. Making Travel Arrangements and Compiling Expense Reports. Mentoring a Young Executive. This one item can become a whole list on some job descriptions if they get specific as to the particular documents you’ll manage.

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