C-Suite Assistants

AUGUST 28, 2023

This will differ from company to company, from department to department within a company, and from one executive to another. On the other hand, is the ability to create PowerPoint presentations critical or is it only necessary to be able to “edit” them. Flexibility in this area will broaden your candidate pool.

Skills 87

Skills Interviewing PowerPoint Administrative Professionals 87

Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2007

Home About Me Advertise Blogging Tips for Company Blogs By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 Filed Under: Client Service , Productivity D o you blog for your company? Make sure that the person who is blogging for your company (if this is not you), has outstanding credentials. Post regularly.

2007 100

2007 2008 Cubicle Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 4, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Checking Stats for Your Companys Website? By The Professional Assistant on Friday, January 04, 2008 Filed Under: Productivity A re you being asked to check your companys website stats? Do you have software in place for it? Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

2008 100

2008 Google Docs Cubicle 2007 100

C-Suite Assistants

JANUARY 23, 2023

Time to focus is a necessity and together with the right Executive Assistant, you and your team can lead, inspire, and determine the best strategies for your company. Projects : An experienced EA can manage projects and help you with dates and deliverables on larger projects and manage up by tracking progress with the internal team.

Calendars 65

Calendars Travel PowerPoint Social Media 65

All Things Admin

JANUARY 8, 2024

Example : In a manufacturing company, the process of assembling a product involves multiple steps, from gathering raw materials to quality control checks before the final product is ready for shipment. Policy – A rule or guideline set by your company that all employees are expected to follow.

Administrative Professionals 52

Administrative Professionals Mentoring Forms PowerPoint 52

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 30, 2016

On March 26 th I joined some of the PA community’s most motivated and inspiring representatives at the annual Assist conference, speaking in a case study slot on “Future proofing your career” One of the best ways to add value, progress, and drive change is by creating a handbook for assistants at your company.

Travel 100

Travel Policies PowerPoint Expenses 100

Tips From T. Marie

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

It was also with a company I really love and have a passion for. I debated applying internally. I knew this company was really picky about who they interviewed with. One day creating PowerPoint slides, the next managing a small guest blogging project, could I leave that flexibility? I felt lucky. Could I do it?

Gifts 100

Gifts Interviewing PowerPoint Stress 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2016

Whether it’s finding the right caterer, meeting global counterparts from international office locations or brushing off your creative skills to whip up a spiffy PowerPoint presentation, you love tackling projects outside of your job scope (and even get excited at the opportunity!). In Good Company.

PowerPoint 100

PowerPoint Skills Project Management AT&T 100

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Whether you work in a large enterprise or small company, you always need to establish your worth. Competing for an internal job. You and another administrative assistant can both be skilled at PowerPoint but one of you is more advanced; use of video and imagery. But that is not enough today. Asking for additional responsibility.

Job Hunting 100

Job Hunting PowerPoint Skills International 100

Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 13, 2010

Fifteen minutes later another manager comes by looking for last-minute help with a PowerPoint presentation. Meanwhile, you’ve skipped lunch, a courier is waiting on a delivery from you and the intern is hovering, looking for approval on the next step. You’re there until midnight, the boss went home at 5:00.

Management 100

Management PowerPoint Ergonomics Health 100

Admin Awards

APRIL 24, 2020

They are the shrewd wizards behind the company curtain, the chiefs who keep the office running efficiently, the brilliant multitaskers and detail-oriented coordinators. They should also be thinking proactively about how these trends could potentially impact the company. You may also be the go-to person internally.

Skills 40

Skills Administrative Professionals Social Media Microsoft Word 40

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Firstly, let’s have a look at a few training options for those that do not want to spend too much of their company’s money! Internal training and graduate programmes. If your company has an internal training programme which could be online do take the time to have a look at the options. Networking Groups.

Training 100

Training Assertiveness Skills Confidence 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JULY 10, 2009

This will save your company time and money. You really have to be careful with these, as pertinent company information could leak out into the wrong hands. You would either have to spend time shredding the papers yourself or hire a shredding company to do it for you.

2008 100

2008 Google Docs Cubicle 2007 100

Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2007

More and more firms are allowing their employees to blog, whether it be internal or external. This can boost company credibility and advertise itself in a global way. Internal blogging refers to employees writing blogs that are stored on an intranet or company server.

2008 100

2008 Cubicle 2007 Google Docs 100

Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 15, 2016

It can be easy for assistants to justify training on tasks such as Excel or PowerPoint, but you probably spend much more time organising business trips. Here are just a few programme highlights for 2016… How to get the most out of your travel management company. The Assist Travel Programme. And a whole load of helpful hints.

Travel 100

Travel PowerPoint Suppliers 2016 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2009

This site just saved my company a ton of money! Post from: Administrative Assistant Tips 2comments for this post deals nice site about deals thank you Posted on 30 October, 2009 5:56 PM Anonymous Thank you! Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

Travel 100

Travel 2008 Google Docs Cubicle 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

Lynn was in good company as some notable winners of the 2010 Stevie® Awards included: - Executive of the Year: Lawrence J. Ellison, founder and CEO of Oracle - Best Overall Company of the Year: Apple Inc. Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? Morgan Chase & Co. ► February (5) We did it Canada!

2010 100

2010 Interviewing Time Zones IAAP 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JULY 17, 2009

Would it also be nice for the client to call every so often to commend your company on something that they did right and went above and beyond the call of duty? How would you feel? Would you prefer the client to calmly and rationally give you information on their issue? Were all human and should treat each other that way.

Customer Service 100

Customer Service 2008 Google Docs Cubicle 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 16, 2010

Do you ever get a meeting request and an agenda has not been provided, or if it is a teleconference the call-in details have not been given or the boardroom hasnt been booked for an internal meeting? Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? Whose responsibility is it anyway? ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

Agenda 100

Agenda Time Zones International IAAP 100

Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, November 19, 2009 Filed Under: Client Service , MS-Access , MS-Excel , MS-Outlook , MS-PowerPoint , MS-Word , Organize , Productivity D oes your department have an administrative procedures manual? all over the place, there is no consistency and makes everyone look bad, especially the company.

2008 100

2008 Cubicle 2007 PowerPoint 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 14, 2008

Using e-mail is a great tool, especially if you are trying to cut down on company costs via international phone calls and postage fees. Another point I would like to stress is to archive your e-mails for a certain period of time that either you or your company feels would be appropriate. At least you will have proof of it.

2008 100

2008 Cubicle Google Docs 2007 100

Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 21, 2008

You would think that higher paying jobs would be the first ones to go, since companies would be losing more money by keeping the executives on board. It’s interesting to see that even with these types of jobs, people can be affected quite severely. You can find Administrative jobs in your area here. What are your thoughts on this issue?

Google Docs 100

Google Docs 2008 Cubicle 2007 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JULY 16, 2008

She is the largest share holder of the company, obviously. Heres the link: www.findaseminar.com/administrative-seminars.html Also, one other thing I wanted to mention is that the company that I work at has online courses that I can take. Check with your company to see if they have a similar program in place. I found your blog.

2008 100

2008 Cubicle 2007 Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2008

What would happen if your company gets audited or your manager asks you for an e-mail from a few years ago? The reason I use the latter method is because our company policy is that we cant download any software that IT doesnt approve. There are two ways of backing up your e-mails.

Microsoft Outlook 100

Microsoft Outlook 2008 2007 Cubicle 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2008

If you feel that you want to remain anonymous, please note that I never disclose any personal information such as your name, company, etc., If theres something you cant find, dont hesitate to contact me by e-mail here or click on the Submit A Question link at the top of this page. unless you specify that you would like me to.

2008 100

2008 Google Docs Cubicle 2007 100

Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 13, 2008

However, I did work in another company where the family was of a particular religion and they were the ones that owned the entire company. Of course, the rest of us had to follow this schedule and would have to take time off during these periods. This will avoid any duplication and/or other countrys or religious holidays showing up.

Microsoft Outlook 100

Microsoft Outlook Holidays 2008 Calendars 100

Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2008

Whether you need help fixing up that company website, proofreading a report that your boss needs right away or even compiling reports that your boss gave you today and is asking for you to complete it yesterday. Hiring a freelancer can have great benefits. Truths of a Shy Writer can help you when you’re in a bind.

2008 100

2008 Google Docs Cubicle 2007 100

Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2007

Here are 4 of the most difficult interview questions that companies will ask and ways to tackle them: Where do you see yourself in X number of years? Are you just looking for a job that can tie you over until you find that dream job? Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

Interviewing 100

Interviewing 2008 Google Docs Cubicle 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2008

for your company, click here. Did your boss just decide to install it on his/her system and yours then told you, "Read the manual, were going to be using this from now on"? If you’re looking to purchase ACT! This same thing happened to me as well as one of my readers. Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

2008 100

2008 Cubicle Google Docs 2007 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? Minute taking made easier.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? Minute taking made easier.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Gifts Meeting Minutes 100

Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2008

Now picture how many people would have a negative image of your company? Following proper customer service procedures will help you build a better business relationship with your clients and make your company look brighter. They most likely will stop using your product/service, but also, they would end up telling their friends.

2008 100

2008 Customer Service Cubicle Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2008

There are some companies that, unfortunately, don’t allow for purchases such as stationary , fax machines , toner , etc. By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 Filed Under: Productivity A re you the person that purchases stationary and other items for your department?

2008 100

2008 Cubicle Fax Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 18, 2008

It would be interesting to see how many companies would allow for this type of dress code, since quite a lot of places have client visits on a regular basis. I worked for a software company with a casual dress code and men and women both wore shorts all the time (it was in Houston and warm close to year round).

2008 100

2008 Cubicle Google Docs 2007 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

Internal meetings can usually be changed more easily so start there. Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? Realize that nothing is cast in stone and things can change so be prepared to make the necessary adjustments. Your boss is not trying to sabotage you. Assess which meetings can be adjusted without too much disruption.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

We list country codes, city codes, international and national dialing codes, and other relevant country information. Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? CountryCode.org is a comprehensive guide to make phone calls from anywhere to any country in the world. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2007

Many software-developing companies provide web hosting services. The affiliate program is a program that let other individuals promote a companys products for a commission fee per item sold. Here are some of the benefits for it: You can place your own customized business cards in the clear window part to use as a mailer.

Business Cards 100

Business Cards 2008 Google Docs Cubicle 100