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Leveraging Procedures for Effective Training and Onboarding

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Procedures are more than just documents; they are a roadmap for new hires, guiding them through the complexities of their new role and the company culture without constant supervision. You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. Think back to the last time you started a new job.

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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

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As administrative professionals, managing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial for ensuring smooth operations. Whether it’s handling emails, documents, or projects, having a well-organized system can significantly improve productivity and streamline decision-making processes.

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Dare to Innovate: How to Future-Proof Your Career in the Age of AI

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Some options to consider include: Microsoft Office Suite’s Copilot Google Workspace’s Duet AI Project management tool workflows Data analysis and insights: Utilize AI tools for data analysis and reporting. Focus on the skills AI can’t replace.

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An Admin’s Cheat Sheet to Business Terminology

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I proofread and edited a lot of policy documents in that position. It impacts how we understand the documents and materials we handle each day. Six Sigma – This is a data-driven approach to quality management that aims to eliminate defects and minimize variation in business processes. It was the word arrears.

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Leveraging Automation and Technology for Procedures

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One of our favorite tech tools for enhancing our procedures is Teamwork , a project management app that keeps me and my fully remote team on the same page. In Teamwork, we can create task lists that break down our procedures into manageable chunks, and assign those chunks to various team members. It’s a game changer!

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Tailored Procedures Documentation: Tools and Techniques for Every Learning Style

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In the world of process improvement, documented procedures help facilitate operational efficiency. Whether it’s scribbled notes or complex digital files, the importance of procedures documentation cannot be overstated. Having procedures in any form is better than having no documented procedures at all.

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Experience vs. a university degree part two

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Yes I have taken numerous courses to assist with my role both internal office courses and external professional courses. If you can get a mentor n(within or outside of your company), that might help also. At a previous employer, an Admin had just achieved her BSBA and applied for a Project Manager position.

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