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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.

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To Nomad or Not to Nomad

Executive Leadership Support Blog

Policy handbooks? , as I still like paper and printing on a sailboat is not highly recommended. If you suggest that being an #AdministrativeProfessional isn’t a “creative” role, I would dispute that. How many times do we create presentations? Social media content? We can do all of these off-line!

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How To Spot And Prevent Substance Abuse In Your Workforce

Allwork

Here’s how to prevent it: Implement a Clear Policy: Every organization should have a clear, written policy regarding substance abuse. This policy should outline the consequences of substance abuse, including potential disciplinary actions, while also emphasizing support mechanisms for those seeking help.

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How Candidates And Managers Can Identify And Combat Age Discrimination

Allwork

Anything that emphasizes a company’s efforts and investments in DEI or a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination is a green flag. . Anything that emphasizes a company’s efforts and investments in DEI or a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination is a green flag. . Make your vaccine and remote policy clear in the job posting.

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Don’t Skip That Work-From-Home Lunch Break—Here’s Why

Success

Work from home lunch break: make it a policy The data is clear.Wwe know what’s good for us, but we can’t often be trusted to do it consistently. In some companies, the employee handbook addresses guidelines around taking a lunch. Taking lunch breaks—especially while working from home—is essential for productivity.

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What Every Business Needs To Know About The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Allwork

By successfully updating your company’s policies to help accommodate pregnant employees, present or future, you’re not only following the law — you are helping to develop a more friendly and open work environment that benefits the future of work for mothers.

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

Success

Kogut clarifies that employees are only “due” severance if it is promised in an employment contract, handbook or policy. Some factors that Kogut mentions include job position, length of service, pay rate, employment contract or company policy and reason for termination. So who exactly is due severance?