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A sneaky peek at the Future Assistant programme

Practically Perfect PA

In 2015, she gave cameras unrivalled behind-the-scenes access to some of her events, the Taylor Lynn Corporation’s (TLC) exclusive clients and her team of hand-picked suppliers, who deliver private and corporate events right across the UK and Europe.

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Are companies’ climate pledges for real — or just hot air? Here’s how you can tell

Ideas.Ted

A 2019 analysis by the non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) gave 23 of the leading 25 producers Grade C or lower for their progress towards Paris climate goals. There’s a lot of evidence that this type of pressure works, says Hsu, citing Volkswagen’s 2015 “ diesel dupe ” scandal. . Take car manufacturers.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

Be mindful of your end goal – you need to tie in your request for L&D to your current position and how it will prepare you and your boss for the future. Will the request tie in with one of your appraisal goals? External networking will broaden the playing fields. Be prepared to negotiate if necessary.

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Job descriptions for Personal Assistants – Merited or inherited?

Practically Perfect PA

The modern PA must embrace the culture of 2015 in order to remain connected, current and relevant. The Skill-set of the modern PA is a far cry from tea and typing: Exceptional Communication – with colleagues, clients, suppliers, peers and the public (includes Active Listening). Educational and Experience Requirements.

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From the archive: The role of workplace design in employee engagement

Workplace Insight

To avoid this, the IT strategy needs to be aligned with their workplace goals to succeed in building a more engaged culture. That will differ quite dramatically from what you need for a training session, interacting with a client or supplier, or for a videoconference with a colleague based on the other side of the globe.

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Inside the Edinburgh PA Network

Practically Perfect PA

Meeting other assistants who work near by, who share the same suppliers, hotels, restaurants etc. I recently spoke at the Assist Conference in September 2015, and at Skyscanner’s Company Presentation in December to around 300 people. To never doubt my ability and stay focused on my goals. It is brilliant!