Office Dynamics

MAY 21, 2019

Most of the time assistants tell me they can’t attend our conference for administrative assistants or training because of budget cuts or not getting financial support. But often, it’s just lack of knowing how to sell the conference to the executive. Executives travel all over the country. Sometimes it really is a budget issue.

Budget 235

Budget PowerPoint Training Negotiating 235

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. Negotiators. Expert Travel Agents.

Negotiating 203

Negotiating Confidence Administrative Professionals Temping 203

Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Did I know the difference between a board room or conference room set and a classroom set? I knew enough about AV equipment and computers to know that I needed both an AV and computer tech on MY team. The last thing you want during a meeting is equipment malfunction. Did I think of this as meeting planning?

Suppliers 226

Suppliers Meeting Planning Administrative Professionals Attire 226

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

Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Don’t get me wrong they still travel for Board meetings and client engagement but they don’t get on a flight simply because there are no alternatives to getting everyone together. Once the initial cost of equipment has been paid teleconferencing is inexpensive. It is also not ideal for sales pitches or negotiations.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones Equipment Expenses Negotiating 100