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10 reasons to attend Assist 2017

Practically Perfect PA

Over the last few months I have been busy behind the scenes working on the programme for Assist 2017. Every session is designed to enhance your unique tool kit of skills. You will leave Assist 2017 with practical knowledge that you can immediately put into practice back in the office. Assist Conference 2017.

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A review of the Assist Conference 2017

Practically Perfect PA

During the sessions we looked at how we could enhance the unique skills and qualities each assistant needs to further their role and career. The speakers presented on different topics, but we made sure they touched on our key themes: Identify your strengths and weaknesses : Your tool kit is packed full of unique skills and competencies.

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

Success

When she was a junior in high school, Arrington founded the nonprofit ScholarCHIPS, an organization that provides college scholarships, mentoring, mental health support and a peer support network to children of incarcerated parents. Network for her community work with ScholarCHIPS.

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How can assistants add value in the workplace?

Practically Perfect PA

As usual, we have a packed schedule for 2017, starting with the Assist Conference in February. Sure, I worked on projects that contributed to the success of the organisation but I had many skills that were not used because nobody knew I had them and I didn’t proactively promote them. Firstly, happy New Year! 2. Make money.

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How Women Are Rising in Business

Success

In her 2017 book, A Uterus Is a Feature, Not a Bug , she writes, “There’s something liberating about realizing that owning your motherhood could give just as many benefits in public life as denying it.” She’s a big believer in networking and building relationships with colleagues of both genders. “If

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Launching the Future Assistant 2018

Practically Perfect PA

Every session, speaker, topic, roundtable, panel, debate and networking activities will focus on the future of the role. I think it is imperative that Assistants are equipped with all of the skills they need to succeed as the role changes, which it has been dramatically over the last decade and will continue to do in the foreseeable future.

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Sophia Bush and Nia Batts are Used to Being Underestimated

Success

After launching an inclusive salon and accompanying philanthropic organization in Detroit in 2017, their next big project (they’re two of the advisors for First Women’s Bank) combines their decades of philanthropic and entrepreneurial experience. I think being underestimated can be incredible fuel.”.

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