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Coworking Spaces Can Hit Net Zero Targets If They Follow These Tips

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The Instant Group recommends responsible procurement processes and suppliers maintain honest and fair values. This brings a weight of responsibility for landlords, asset managers, and operators to deliver high-quality workspaces that prioritize sustainability. Reviewing the supply chain is a medium priority for workspace operators.

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Eight reasons why assistants should use a travel management company

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I don’t know about you but I have spent hours arranging and then rearranging travel for my Executives. It takes up a huge amount of time and can be incredibly complex especially if they are travelling to a number of destinations with connecting flights and a host of visa requirements. So much easier and less time consuming!

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

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What does it take to be a successful office manager? simonewu 24/01/2023 Office managers are responsible for making sure everything runs smoothly in the office. They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture.

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SURROUND yourself with a team of experts to make you and your organization SHINE!

Office Dynamics

The first time I became involved in planning meetings was in my role as an office manager/prospect donor researcher in the Grants and Development Office of a state university. DMC (Destination Management Company). But as it turns out, that’s exactly what I did. . I think you get the idea. Planning meetings is very involved.

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Get the best corporate hotel rates

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It can be quite a daunting task asking assistants to negotiate corporate rates with hotels. But assistants can save their organisations a lot of money if they negotiate a special rate with local hotels, particularly if many of their colleagues or clients stay overnight. Work with other assistants in your organisation.

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Serviced Apartments – pros and cons

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I also met with all of the Sales Managers at the hotels local to my office and discussed their corporate rates. In addition I met with a number of serviced apartment suppliers and from the outset it was clear that the apartments were considerably cheaper than the best corporate rate I was offered at a hotel.

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Getting buy in from the boss

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Be prepared to negotiate if necessary. You need to reinforce that your work is under control and manage expectations. Managers ultimately want to hear about bottom lines and how you how you successfully planned and smoothly executed your teams’ success in achieving annual targets.