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Which tasks should assistants manage?

Practically Perfect PA

Holiday and sickness records. If the executive runs a department the assistant should manage all of their holiday and sickness records with the authority to sign off standard holiday requests and short term sickness leave. Including researching new suppliers, maintaining contracts, communications and invoices.

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The Bribery Act – what do assistants need to know?

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A commercial organisation can be found guilty of this offence if the bribery is carried out by an employee or a third person, this could include a contractor, a supplier, an agent or a subsidiary. Due diligence procedures should be in place for all new third-party suppliers. So how does this affect Business?

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Top 5 Tips for Finding Investors

The Small Business Blog

You could find possible investors anywhere, even while on holiday. Pitch your business as often as possible. University business schools often have investment events you should attend. Keep an open mind. If you have additional tips, please share them in the comments section. « Are You A Competent Communicator? Getting Fired Up!

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Top 5 Tips for Finding Great Employees (cheaply!)

The Small Business Blog

Victor Said on February 24th, 2010 at 7:10 am The only issue I have with students is that during certain times of the school year they are too busy or unavailable (exams, holidays, breaks), but definitely worth it. Jay Said on February 20th, 2010 at 8:33 am thanks for sharing a informative tips.i Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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How much money do you really need to start your micro business.

The Small Business Blog

« Book Review: A Bit on the Side by Jasmine Birtles Introducing: The Small Business Bookshop » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 11:59 am and is filed under Finance , find funding. you must also start thinking about your finances to be able to support your business.

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Small Business World News Round-up - 2009/11/10

The Small Business Blog

As always this list is not exhaustive, but I hope it will give you a little overview. — ST. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Small Business world News Round-up - 2009/10/27

The Small Business Blog

Businesses plan low-key parties this season : With the start of the holiday season weeks away, many small business owners are planning holiday parties for employees and clients despite the still wobbly economy. The future of our city is small business development,&# said Hall, 45. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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