Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

You’ll have little trouble finding events to attend – Google a location, industry and date and you’ll soon have a variety of options. Take business cards. A neat and charming business card is a memorable thing, and more to the point, it’s a very practical way of maintaining contacts beyond the events you attend.

Networking 100

Networking Business Cards Confidence Interviewing 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 4, 2016

You will be exposed a broader audience; assistants who work in various companies, industries, and size businesses. Be sure to bring your business cards and hand them out as you introduce yourself. And collect any information you can from your new “conference friends.”.

Networking 100

Networking Business Cards Travel Environment 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

There was less sharing of information, silos in place and limited collaboration. Getting buy-in IS ACHIEVABLE and I managed to successfully get the following approved: Business Cards. Business Cards: I was the first PA within my last company of 30+ Assistants to request Business Cards.

Business Cards 100

Business Cards International Training Networking 100

On The Job

JUNE 7, 2012

Parents often see an internship as a way for their child to get in the door and see if the industry the student has chosen is a good fit. Get personal business cards. These cards should provide your contact information so you can give them to people you meet at the company. Charlotte, N.C.;

Business Cards 100

Business Cards Mentoring International Networking 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2012

Building your network is about more than just shaking hands and collecting business cards. Update it twice a year, based on your latest achievement, current events, or new business practices in your organization. Join a professional group relevant to your profession or industry. on the chapter titled Networking.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Networking Business Cards Goals 100

Small Business Labs

JULY 21, 2010

The Dymo business card scanner app for the iPhone  is such a product.    You download the app to your iPhone (they also support other smartphones) and when you take a picture of a business card it automatically adds the appropriate information to your contact list.   And it is only $10.00. 

Business Cards 100

Business Cards 2010 Retirement Credit Card 100

Office Organization Success

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Get out all those business cards that are collecting dust in your desk drawer, or reach out to past colleagues or clients, and personally invite them to register for your teleclass. Make up some postcards with details of your teleclass and hand them out at networking or industry events that you go to. Personally reach out.

Social Media 100

Social Media Promotion Networking 2015 100

Step It Up VA Coaching

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

A good mailing list is the foundation for your business. Having a database of names, mailing addresses, phone numbers and other personal information gives you the tools to connect personally with current and potential clients, business associates and even competitors. Where do your local entrepreneurs do business or hang out?

Social Media 100

Social Media Business Cards Calendars Travel 100

Denise Aday

APRIL 10, 2013

Trade show season is in full-swing this time of year Trade shows can be a cost effective way to showcase your business, learn new industry information and network with potential customers. If you’ve done a good job of working a show, you’ll come home with handfuls of business cards.

Email 40

Email Networking Business Cards Learning 40

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 15, 2014

PA Life a fantastic resource of useful information for PAs and once you register with them you will receive emails of all their upcoming events. The PA Club send out regular e-mails with useful information and competitions to enter. I know Vanessa Vallely (the website’s founder) very well and she is fabulous! Make sure you follow up.

Networking 100

Networking Mentoring Training Business Cards 100

Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 14, 2010

That used to mean attending local networking events week after week, robotically spouting your elevator speech and handing out business cards that likely never got out of the pocket they were tucked into. I hate to break it to you, but social media should be a service-based business’ best friend.

Social Media 100

Social Media Twitter Facebook Confidence 100

Small Business CEO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to overcome barriers to networking, so you can relax and reap the rewards of meeting new people in your industry. We often find ourselves in situations involving networking as a result of work-related travel for conferences, trade fairs or business meetings. Put yourself out there.

Networking 40

Networking Business Cards Social Media Environment 40

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The app also gives access to real-time departure information, delays and gate numbers. Another great feature is its information on cancellations and alternative flights. You enter all of your trip information including flight times, hotel reservations etc. TripIt: Free. Love this app for myself and my manager. Wikihood: Free.

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Travel Phones Calendars 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The app also gives access to real-time departure information, delays and gate numbers. Another great feature is its information on cancellations and alternative flights. You enter all of your trip information including flight times, hotel reservations etc. TripIt: Free. Love this app for myself and my manager. Wikihood: Free.

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Travel Phones Calendars 100

Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2008

Creating a filing system can be tricky, as you need to know exactly how to file your files and what type of information you would need to be able to access quickly. Your boss could ask you for something at a moments notice and you are expected to find the information within minutes. as you mentioned in your question.

Filing 100

Filing 2008 Cubicle 2007 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 9, 2011

Your goal is to find out as much information as possible so there are few surprises and to have a sense of what the role is before you take it. Are there any industry-specific programs I will need to learn? May I have your business card before I go? Some good questions to ask might be: -What is the breakdown of the role?

Interviewing 40

Interviewing PowerPoint Business Cards Goals 40

Service Untitled

MAY 19, 2010

In real estate, repeat customers are our livelihood, not only because they provide us continued business through their loyalty, but we gain referrals and new customers through this very important avenue. I include only one business card in thank-you notes; I never want it to seem as if it is a sales pitch hidden by an insincere thank you.

Customer Service 40

Customer Service Etiquette Business Cards 2010 40

Service Untitled

MARCH 22, 2011

Let us assume we all convey professionalism on our websites, we supply engaging information to attract customers, and our brand is both unique and appealing. Everyday people can be considered role models, so why not include our accomplishments on websites, business cards, and even email signatures?

Customer Service 40

Customer Service Business Cards AT&T Email 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

First, what you have been up to recently that is exciting, fun or new, why and what sort of job you are looking for, and your contact information and an online link to your resume or a social media profile (more on this later). Those who are too busy will probably just read it and delete. And then share 3 things about yourself.

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Resume Cover Letter Interviewing 40

Loosely Speaking

AUGUST 6, 2009

Branding Iron Designs —Discounted business card and brochure printing, including complimentary design! Event Schedule Friday, August 28 ( Friday events are open only to those who are registered guests at the Embassy Suites Biltmore, site of most of the retreat events ) 3:00 pm Hotel check in time for those staying for the weekend.

2009 100

2009 Agenda Social Media Phones 100

The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Create a website that will inform visitors all about your product or service. Have a consistent logo across your business card and company stationery. Host a big launch event and get the all movers and shakers to attend. You can then direct all enquiries towards your website. Build a brand. Make your first sale.

2007 100

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On The Job

MAY 7, 2009

Read industry materials while waiting. go to vista print and order free business cards that are simple in design with your current name, email and cell phone number. Wait and if someone you are meeting with during the interview process hands you there card, then give them one of yours. Know youre always being watched.

Phones 100

Phones 2009 Interviewing Clothes 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 20, 2011

I also can use the recording to make a cd and give to potential clients or current clients instead of a business card or brochure. In addition to sharing and posting on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, I like to adapt for other media, as well as information products (eBooks and special reports).

Social Media 100

Social Media PowerPoint Facebook Gifts 100

Men With Pens

JANUARY 14, 2010

Even if you can’t flesh it out right away, you have all these bits and pieces of information stored somewhere. My house is littered with ideas scribbled on the back of old business cards (I have accumulated quite a few of those in my nomadic career and wanted to put them to good use). Buy a digital recorder even!

2010 40

2010 AT&T Email Interviewing 40

Men With Pens

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Like carrying a business card. Branching out is a great gig—I make friends, I expand my thinking, I have a laugh, and it even has positive business results. Heather – You and I work in totally different industries, and yet every time someone says, “Man I need an accountant or a VA,&# I always think of you.

2009 40

2009 AT&T Gifts Training 40

Men With Pens

DECEMBER 6, 2009

Who started this myth that information and knowledge should be free? Once the amount of information completely overwhelms anyone’s ability to process it, people will pay for trust. I see one of two things, a blogger, who is paid to write content that promotes the services or products of another individual or business (ie.

2009 40

2009 AT&T Retirement Twitter 40