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Explain the following term/concept: Initiative - Secretarial Practice

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Explain the following term/concept:

Initiative

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Solution

(1) Initiative means the ability or the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do. The initiative can also mean a personal quality that shows a willingness to get things done and take responsibility. It is the start of something with the hope that it will continue.

(2) A company secretary is required to take initiative (a lead) in making arrangements for the board meetings. The company secretary informs the directors to convene Board meetings, shareholders meeting on schedule time. He takes initiative to convene different meetings of the company. Secretary also takes initiative to help directors in the smooth conduct of the meetings.

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Precautions to Be Taken by the Secretary While Corresponding with Directors
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Chapter 10: Correspondence with Directors - Exercise Q.2 [Page 157]

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Balbharati Secretarial Practice [English] 11 Standard Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 10 Correspondence with Directors
Exercise Q.2 | Q 5 | Page 157

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