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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

All Things Admin

Here’s how you can implement color coding: Physical Files : Use colored folders or labels to differentiate between different projects or document types. I love translucent colored poly pockets combined with colored file folders to create instant visual distinction of what’s waiting for me each day in my priority sorter.

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Practically Perfect PA readers review of the Brother P-touch PT-D600VP

Practically Perfect PA

Frédérique from Paris : When I use my PC to print labels the aim is not the same, with your machine I could label everything (from my jam and spice jars to all my professional files). Stacy : Yes – no need to hand write labels and our events are clearly labelled / filed. Review Ranking. So for me the use is not the same.

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The What, Who and How of Outsourcing… So You Can Let Go

Success

While you’re certainly capable of answering the telephone, filing and ordering supplies, why waste your time on drudgery that almost anyone could do? VirtualAssistantAssistant.com has reviews and ratings of many virtual assistant companies. As a company, we lead with our hearts and are very transparent with our suppliers,” she says.

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What does it take to be a successful HR Assistant?

Page Personnel

This could include looking after employees, managers, customers, suppliers and clients. Those who work in a human resources assistant position need to be able to analyse data, create reports, understand an employee file and communicate effectively with other departments. The HR job often involves working out how to manage people.

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Which tasks should assistants manage?

Practically Perfect PA

If the note is important or it is high level information assistants should draft the communication for their executive, asking them to review or amend the details before they send the communication out on behalf of their executive. Including researching new suppliers, maintaining contracts, communications and invoices.

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How can assistants stay on top of the scene?

Practically Perfect PA

I spent a lot of time researching great venues, restaurants, hotels and suppliers and I really enjoyed it. The same goes for CN Traveller which is good for general travel updates but also luxury hotel reviews. Business Traveller is useful for specific business travel updates, new hotels and travel guides.

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The Bribery Act – what do assistants need to know?

Practically Perfect PA

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. Frequent monitoring and reviewing. Due diligence procedures should be in place for all new third-party suppliers. Due Diligence.

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