Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 4, 2013

Well 2012 is over and done with and we are now already two days into 2013. Over the holidays I´ve been thinking about the year ahead and have lots of exciting things planned which will keep me busy. In honour of it now being 2013 I´ve got 13 things I think we can expect to see in the year ahead. Role diversification.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 3, 2012

I look forward to being of service in 2013. Now, for my important message and words of wisdom for the holidays. This comes from a theme that has resonated at Office Dynamics all year, was a part of our 2012 conference, and is emphasized in my new book for women, Give Yourself Permission to Live a BIG Life : they are the 5 Pillars.

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Eco-Office Gals

DECEMBER 24, 2012

Wishing all of my loyal readers, clients, family & friends the most wonderful holiday season! As many of you know, I’ve had the opportunity to work with some great eco-minded companies in the past to send eco-goodies to my valued clients and family. I look forward to a wonderful 2013! This year is no different.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2013

If you don’t feel your assistant deserves a gift or you think this is a made up holiday please refer to my article What NOT to Get Your Assistant for Administrative Professionals Day. Bonus Tip: Do you have a lot of assistants at your company? Most companies will work with you if you have 10 or more gifts to buy.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 8, 2012

Well, if this person is a productivityist — or at least needs to look at becoming more productive — then you should give The Productivityist Holiday Gift Guide for 2012 a good look. And The Neat Company has a full lineup of products that are worth looking at as well. Macbundler Holiday Bundle. Field Notes.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JANUARY 30, 2013

They cover appreciation and company perks. I couldn't tell if you were an assistant yourself trying to motivate your boss or generally wondering about company perks and benefits. The giver can be the CEO or anyone in the company. Last week I answered two questions and will paste them below.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 4, 2013

Fast Company. The articles are definitely themed in a direction that appeals to me, and the online version of Fast Company has found a way to engage with its readers in a way that is aligned with its name. SUCCESS Magazine has been publishing for years, but I only started paying attention to them late in 2012. SUCCESS Magazine.

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