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How You Can Promote Social Responsibility in the Workplace

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For instance: Ensure all areas including storage areas are accessible Provide time off for religious and other holidays not traditionally observed in the West Strengthen and measure anti-discrimination policies Consider creating prayer rooms and quiet spaces based on religious or sensory needs. Involve employees in CSR initiatives.

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Which tasks should assistants manage?

Practically Perfect PA

There are so many ways we can help them with this from managing their calendar effectively, minimising interruptions and generally keeping them on track. Assistants should conduct research on behalf of their manager. Assistants should manage the administration of documents on behalf of their manager. Business travel.

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Planning the Perfect Holiday Party: Guest Blog

Laughing all the Way to Work

The holiday season is one of the most exciting times of year in the office. The big holiday party gives coworkers a chance to see another side of their office mates, it's a great bonding experience, and you get to meet everyone's significant other. But someone's got to plan the extravaganza, right?

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Squaremeal Venues + Events Live

Practically Perfect PA

For many years I have consulted the guide for restaurant and venue ideas, it has always been my first port of call when managers have asked me to book restaurants for them. All you have to do is tell your boss you want to take a day out of the office to meet with potential suppliers but also attend FREE training sessions.

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Spotlight on assistant resources: Square Meal Venues and Events Live

Practically Perfect PA

For many years I have consulted the guide for restaurant and venue ideas, it has always been my first port of call when managers have asked me to book restaurants for them. On the 17th and 18th September 2014 in Old Billingsgate, London , Square Meal Venues and Events Live will once again host over 250 venues and suppliers.

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Invest in yourself

Practically Perfect PA

My manager is speaking about sponsorship to a group of event organisers who are all taking notes and listening intently. So what can we proactively do to get our managers to invest in us because unless you do have an outstanding boss you will have to be proactive in seeking this investment in your career.

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How to grow your business despite the holidays

The Shrink for Entrepreneurs

Another obligatory holiday post. No matter your industry, the holidays mess it up. Are you going to drop all the balls you have in the air because it’s the holidays? See, there’s one thing the holidays have an abundance of: Psychological spare time. It’s multitasking that everyone can manage. No, you’re not.