Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

OFFICE DYNAMICS CONFERENCE RECAP PART II: PEAK EXPERIENCE. This article is part 2 of our conference recap. Thursday proved to be the peak day of the 21st Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence, beginning with yet another series of breakthrough plenary sessions and then culminating in the fabulous Gala Dinner.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Collaborate Networking Skills 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

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. I was a change agent, confidant and advisor.

Negotiating 203

Negotiating Confidence Administrative Professionals Temping 203

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 24, 2017

Oh yes PAs are no doubt equipped with a much broader skill set than most people (and maybe you) would give you credit for. My first true events project was for an internal communications conference and summer party for 200 people. We also possess a unique set of skills, many of which are transferable into lots of different disciplines.

Project Management 195

Project Management Mentoring Negotiating Skills 195

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 24, 2017

Oh yes PAs are no doubt equipped with a much broader skill set than most people (and maybe you) would give you credit for. My first true events project was for an internal communications conference and summer party for 200 people. We also possess a unique set of skills, many of which are transferable into lots of different disciplines.

Project Management 195

Project Management Mentoring Negotiating Skills 195

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Firstly I put a little infographic together on various seating arrangements and then I shared some top tips on how to negotiate with a venue. How many meeting rooms you require and how each room will be used (main conference room, break out rooms, formal dining etc). The price point for this can be negotiated.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Equipment Budget Social Media 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Firstly I put a little infographic together on various seating arrangements and then I shared some top tips on how to negotiate with a venue. How many meeting rooms you require and how each room will be used (main conference room, break out rooms, formal dining etc). The price point for this can be negotiated.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Equipment Budget Social Media 100

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 8, 2014

Alongside sourcing a venue, we have to think about the catering, any overnight guests, travel logistics, dietary requirements, speakers, training materials, seating plans, AV equipment… the list is endless. Not a confident negotiator? They have a vast knowledge of venues and hotels. Let them do it for you. Probably not.

Agencies 100

Agencies Negotiating Equipment Training 100