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NOT, “Just An Admin!”

Office Dynamics

He asked me to find a location, negotiate a lease, remodel the space if needed and take care of all interior decorating and procurement. Three months later I selected the location, negotiated the lease, remodeled the space and purchased new furniture, office equipment, and supplies. Negotiators. I said, “Mr. Facility Managers.

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Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

Laughing all the Way to Work

Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Negotiation As you saw above, negotiation is possible.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

Be prepared to negotiate if necessary. Like everything in business, it’s about negotiation for both funds and time. Internal & External Training. Support for an Internal PA Network. Internal & External Training: The first external conference that I ever attended was Square Meal Venues and Events.

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The art of finding the perfect venue for your corporate event

Practically Perfect PA

The best venue finders are experienced negotiators able to secure rates that are lower than if you booked direct. As an international client with limited knowledge on venues in the UK, I found her assistance outstanding. This blog post is sponsored by Function Fixers. What’s the process of using a venue finding service?

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What Makes a Good Conference Venue?

The Small Business Blog

A venue that can cater for an international as well as national and regional audience is becoming a high priority. It is worth trying to negotiate on the price factor and not just going with the first quote they offer. Also considering social and networking areas for delegates to take time out and have a comfortable experience.

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A True Partnership: Olympia Dukakis and Bonnie Low-Kramen

Bonnie Low Kramen

Everything is negotiable. She was able to quasi-patiently tolerate the negotiating process and “let it cook.”. Olympia catapulted to fame in a matter of months. I was by her side for all of it. And speaking of names, she was “Oly” and I was “Bons.”. She called me two days later and said, “ Bons, you really have something here.

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Have You Reached A Career Plateau? How to Regain Control

Office Dynamics

Ask questions to assess degrees of urgency, and practice negotiating timelines or redirecting requests. Turn to peer networks, blogs and books to support your turnaround. Assistants spend much of their time taking care of others’ needs. We recognize that interruptions and competing priorities will be part of each new day. What to do?

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