Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 9, 2015

Assistants are using technology to help them manage their events and also to make their events better. Event Management Systems – taking all of the administration away from your events. Event Management Systems – taking all of the administration away from your events. Check out: The Live Group.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 5, 2017

As usual, we have a packed schedule for 2017, starting with the Assist Conference in February. Today I am writing about one of the key themes for this year’s conference – using your tool kits to add value within your organisation. What can you sell at these events. Assist Conference 2017.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 4, 2014

I have also used both the website and the Square Meal guide for numerous events, from small external meetings to week long residential conferences. Square Meal Venues and Events Live. For the last ten years Square Meal has held one of the largest exhibitions for event organisers and assistants and this year is no exception.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

We are the most organised profession there is available to the working world and our skills can be transferable to many different tasks, including managing an event from start to finish. Well to be honest there is a slight chink in my event armour; I’m not the best at negotiating. I cannot sing her praises enough! She was fabulous!

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

We are the most organised profession there is available to the working world and our skills can be transferable to many different tasks, including managing an event from start to finish. Well to be honest there is a slight chink in my event armour; I’m not the best at negotiating. I cannot sing her praises enough! She was fabulous!

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Allwork

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Design of these buildings/offices in future will play a big part in reducing carbon emissions; organizations will be using sustainable materials as well as suppliers to achieve net zero. . A larger emphasis is being placed on team and community-centered spaces that can be utilized for a variety of events. .

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one that gets a little bit apprehensive about attending events, especially large exhibitions that are set up like a gauntlet that you have to navigate through while avoiding overzealous sales people pulling you from one badly designed stand to another. So we need to attend events on a regular basis.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 4, 2016

Matthew also has a key role in organising the Exec Sec Live events which take place in London, Dubai, South Africa and New Zealand. Involved in the day to day organisation of the magazine and conferences. Meeting and greeting visitors, liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff in a professional manner.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 11, 2017

As you guys can imagine with two weeks to go to the Virtual Summit I am literally up to my head in videos, online event technology, marketing and social media. When I started looking at the programme I thought to myself, I really want to put a conference together that truly inspires and empowers assistants.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

It is a great event and gives us a chance to meet with other assistants and like-minded people. The suppliers at the exhibition are tailored for assistants, the seminars are run by some of the most prestigious training companies and as always there are a lot of free goodies! These tasks are all part of organising events!

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 31, 2016

This is the first video I have done for Practically Perfect PA – I much prefer writing than staring at myself on screen – however – with Assist Travel coming up next week I thought I would also highlight one of the great sessions we have at the conference! This is the only business travel event exclusively for assistants.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 30, 2017

Core Competencies / Featured / Time Management March 17, 2017 Technology of the week: iTranslate Featured / Office Tech / Technology of the week March 16, 2017 Creating Powerful Presentations Core Skills / Featured / Office Tech / The Assist Conference. March Newsletters. Office Technology Newsletter. Career Development Newsletter.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

A meeting planner by MY definition is the go-to person within an organization – be it corporate, association or otherwise – charged with the responsibility of planning and executing a meeting or special event. Did I know the difference between a board room or conference room set and a classroom set? I think you get the idea.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

On Friday 9th September we held our second Assist Travel event at The Grange Tower Bridge and from the feedback we received it looks like everyone had a thoroughly good day. I thought the exhibition space worked well with lots of great suppliers who all contributed to the sessions during the day.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 19, 2015

Following the success of the Assist Conference I have decided to organise a few more events throughout the year. This is a free to attend event for Practically Perfect PA subscribers. Choosing a supplier for your office is not easy, particuarly when it comes to business travel. Event schedule. Travel best practice.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 19, 2017

Recently, the OpenMeet team had the pleasure of participating in the annual Practically Perfect PA Assist Conference 2017 , where we ran a few workshops on career development for assistants: 5 common problems and how to solve them. Look out for and take advantage of networking events and skills development wherever possible.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 10, 2017

Recently, the OpenMeet team had the pleasure of participating in the annual Practically Perfect PA Assist Conference 2017 , where we ran a few workshops. If you haven’t already, read our first blog on what to look for in an event supplier , and our second, on common issues PAs face with career development.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 5, 2016

We ran our first conference and exhibition for business travel booking assistants last September and I’m very excited to announce that we will be running Assist Travel again this year. At the end of this conference attendees will have the knowledge and the connections to greatly improve their business travel processes and procedures.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

Everyone who works in and around London knows the ExCeL London Exhibition and Conference center. Having recently won Venue of the Year at the AEO Excellence Awards I wanted to find out what ExCeL have to offer besides space for their big events. Once I saw the meeting and conference space my impression of ExCeL completely changed.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 20, 2017

This week I have been working on the programme for the Future Assistant conference taking place next February. The conference will look at how the industry is changing, how the role is evolving and what skills are required to keep up with these new demands. A task that springs to mind is working with suppliers.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 20, 2016

When Nicky approached me to speak about my top tips for beginners at The Assist Conference I was truly honored. Despite my passion for social media I haven’t always been adept at it and was a twitter virgin until The Assist Conference 2015. You can get free headshots at PA/EA conferences such as Office Show.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 17, 2014

It goes without saying that the venue is a crucial part of any event that you organise, there are a lot of factors that need to be considered before you book the venue. you know why you are having the event and hoe much you have to spend, you have conducted some research on venues and you have a short list. How much is the deposit?

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 21, 2015

We held our first Assist Travel conference and exhibition on Friday 25th September at the Hilton Bankside and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed the day. It was particularly brilliant being the first event to take place at the Hilton Bankside. As you can imagine I was really excited to get the conference started.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Back in November I had the pleasure of speaking to 50 assistants who were attending a networking event organised by ACE (Assistant Community EMEA), an internal networking group set up by assistants at BlackRock. I was also impressed that a number of the assistants who had helped to organise the event got up and spoke to the audience.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 12, 2016

There are also lots of opportunities over the course of the conference to meet and network with every other assistant in the room. By the end of the day you will know every other assistant attending the conference. Once again, the relationship between Assistant and their Executive will be at the heart of the conference.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 7, 2017

Another crucial task is meeting organisation, including finding a venue, arranging refreshments and VC-conferences. Since my boss travels a lot, I take care of his travel expenses and supplier invoices. For instance, once one of my former bosses was on his way to an event and the train was unexpectedly delayed.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 21, 2016

With just over a month to go until the Assist Conference we are hard at work making sure that we put together the best conference for our amazing readers. For more information and to book your place please visit the Assist Conference website or you can register here. Assist Conference Programme. Programme highlights.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional development. This means that I am not always in the office. All of which are relevant to our industry too!

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional development. This means that I am not always in the office. All of which are relevant to our industry too!

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional development. This means that I am not always in the office. All of which are relevant to our industry too!

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 10, 2017

Recently, the OpenMeet team had the pleasure of participating in the annual Practically Perfect PA Assist Conference 2017 , where we ran a few workshops. If you haven’t already, read our first blog on what to look for in an event supplier , and our second, on common issues PAs face with career development.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

If you request to attend a Training Day and they say that time away from the office is the main issue, then you need to make the conference seem as undisruptive as possible. Internal & External Training: The first external conference that I ever attended was Square Meal Venues and Events. The Assist Conference 2017.

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Small Business CEO

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Conferences can be extremely good business and hosting an attractive event with the right speakers can ensure a full house of people who are eager to part with their cash in order to hear the wisdom that is on offer. Useful Promotional Items.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 15, 2016

The venue has been confirmed and we have some brilliant suppliers attending the exhibition. . At our first Assist Travel event last year we found out that our attendees were responsible for booking a staggering 32,000+ hotel nights across the world. How to Organise Events Abroad. Hotels Secrets. Their hidden gem.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 15, 2015

I will be presenting on this very topic at the conference. This is a free to attend event for Practically Perfect PA subscribers. Choosing a supplier for your office is not easy, particuarly when it comes to business travel. I hope to see you there… remember it is free to attend for all Practically Perfect PA readers! .

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Page Personnel

AUGUST 26, 2022

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. There are many ways to achieve this, including reading management literature, attending seminars, company events or conferences, keeping up-to-date with technology and taking courses.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

We also have to know what cultural events are taking place that might impress a visiting client, great team building locations for our executives and all of those hidden gem venues that can host the perfect parties and conferences. Funky Venues is a great website to use for any event that requires a slightly more unusual venue search.

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