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Time is up for fluorescent lighting, so what happens after the tube strike?

Workplace Insight

Just like the Rolodex, the fax machine and smoking in the office, fluorescent lighting is becoming a thing of the past in the workplace. As we rapidly advance through the latter half of 2023, the office landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with the imminent fluorescent lamp ban.

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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. Office managers may also draft documents, help with payroll, keep an organised office environment and communicate via phone, email and fax (yes, some companies are still using fax machines).

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31 Ways to Be Less Wasteful In the Office

Eco-Office Gals

Buy from eco-friendly stationery suppliers. A combo fax machine, printer, photocopier and scanner uses less energy. Buy reusable filters for the coffee machine. Purchase a water cooler instead of bottled water. Refill laser cartridges. Use non-disposable cups, plates and bowls. Swap the light bulbs for energy efficient ones.

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Job descriptions for Personal Assistants – Merited or inherited?

Practically Perfect PA

When the printer/scanner/fax breaks down I am ultimately the person who troubleshoots and fixes the machine in question. The Skill-set of the modern PA is a far cry from tea and typing: Exceptional Communication – with colleagues, clients, suppliers, peers and the public (includes Active Listening).

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Reducing Overheads Can Save A Business | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Shop around : Make sure you are getting the best deals from all you suppliers- right down to your electricity, broadband and gas bills. If your business has an inventory make sure you source the best suppliers at the right price, and don’t be afraid to haggle ! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Pandora's Office May Have Been Worse than Her Box

The Office Professionals Place

Check out office suppliers such as avery.com and smead.com for storage and filing options. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Get vertical filing racks that allow you to store documents in an upright position. Evaluate your desk space. Do you have pictures from the family vacation?

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WinWeb's One-Stop-Shop Business Services For Freelancers, Home.

The Small Business Blog

Any receipts can be uploaded by fax, scanned via email or sent to our processing centre and will be processed within 72 hours of receipt. This is another world-wide first for WinWeb and every business service includes free access to WinWeb’s OnlineOffice as a bonus. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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