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Using the Excel Time Function
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IR Office Locations and Reporting Structure
The division that houses the IR Office can affect how that office is structured and the types of work it performs. So, in which division are most IR Offices located? Results from the 2018 National Survey of IR ...Read Moreabout: IR Office Locations and Reporting Structure -
Office Leaders’ Evaluation of Professional Development
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Excel MEDIAN IF Array Formula
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Running Effective Meetings, Avoiding Pitfalls
Dear Mary Ann: I have been asked to run weekly meetings with other units on how we’re using data and analytics to improve student programs. How can I run effective meetings with various stakeholders in the room, s...Read Moreabout: Running Effective Meetings, Avoiding Pitfalls
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