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How to create an assistant handbook

Practically Perfect PA

On March 26 th I joined some of the PA community’s most motivated and inspiring representatives at the annual Assist conference, speaking in a case study slot on “Future proofing your career” One of the best ways to add value, progress, and drive change is by creating a handbook for assistants at your company. Outcomes for you.

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How To Spot And Prevent Substance Abuse In Your Workforce

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Substance abuse can negatively impact an individual’s interpersonal skills and judgment. Here’s how to prevent it: Implement a Clear Policy: Every organization should have a clear, written policy regarding substance abuse.

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How to Negotiate Severance: Tips and Strategies for the Modern Workforce

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In an increasingly unpredictable job market, knowing how to face layoffs and navigate severance negotiations is a necessary skill. Kogut clarifies that employees are only “due” severance if it is promised in an employment contract, handbook or policy. Sho Dewan, career coach, founder and CEO of Workhap, and Merry A.

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Effective Communication Skills

Ian's Messy Desk

Home About Contact Me Links Sitemap Effective Communication Skills Posted by Ian McKenzie Written on June 28, 2010 If youre new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. If you want to improve your listening skills, you need to get control over the following bad habits: Interrupting the speaker. Thanks for visiting!

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Benefits of outsourcing HR for small businesses

BMT Office Administration

Creating company policies: Crafting policies from scratch can be difficult, especially in a small business. HR service providers will have well-crafted, legally tested policy recommendations that can be customized for your business.

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

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Is it related to the employee’s performance, knowledge, skills, abilities, or behavior? Acknowledgment of receipt of the employee handbook (When the company revises its handbook, provide a new version to all employees and have them sign a new confirmation of receipt and understanding.). Educational transcript.

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Rate Your Time-Management Skills

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Home About Contact Me Links Sitemap Rate Your Time-Management Skills Posted by Ian McKenzie Written on September 22, 2010 If youre new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Complete this short self-evaluation checklist to assess your time-management skills. The noes are the areas you need work on to develop those skills.

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