“All other duties as assigned” is a catch all phrase frequently used in job descriptions. But should that include duties like removing snakes from a bathroom, sampling toilet paper, or helping a helicopter land on a roof? Yes, according to a survey of Administrative Professionals. These are just a few of the very strange and... Read more »

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Due to snow conditions for many of our members, last-minute school closures will have many working parents scrambling to figure out how to care for their children. Some may call in to their employer to request the day off. In a “normal” year, handling such an employee request is relatively simple and would be subject... Read more »

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This article originally ran in 2018 and has been updated. COVID-19, natural disasters, political strife, social disharmony, economic disruption – all of these forces are making 2020 a traumatic year for many Americans. Relentless shocks amplified by ever-present social media may have made a cumulatively traumatic impact on your workforce. Combined with life’s personal tragedies... Read more »

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For employers who wish to retain and engage all employees to achieve essential work initiatives, despite workplace disruptions from the abrupt move to mass remote working, a flurry of recent surveys offers noteworthy considerations. KPMG’s survey of American workers finds significant differences between remote-working employees and those who are reporting to work in-person. While 91%... Read more »

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*This article was originally featured by InBusiness Many employers have a significant number of employees working from home, performing tasks and connecting with others in ways that were little used prior to March of this year. One popular tool is chat software. Chat software is gaining in popularity each day. Platforms are everywhere. There are... Read more »

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Recent current events have prompted many organizations to take a closer look at diversity, equity, and inclusion planning (DEI). However, DEI is not necessarily a new concept, as it has always been and should be an integral part of human resource planning and initiatives. Large and small organizations that foster diverse and inclusive work cultures... Read more »

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