Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 24, 2014

A few weeks ago I spoke at the Conference and Hospitality show in Leeds. The set up was similar to a ‘silent disco’ which meant that the audience all had headsets on so that they could hear the speaker and not the noise of the conference. The Ultimate Travel Itinerary from Practically Perfect PA. Thanks to Jamila Juma-Ware ?@Justjampr

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

The Savvy Admin’s Guide to Travel! I have been hosting the Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence for 19 years. I have observed hundreds of assistants travel and heard numerous stories about their travel experiences both while in transit to Las Vegas and during their stay in Las Vegas.

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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. Stress Free Speedy Travel. Lara Morgan, Serial Entrepreneur and extensive business traveller. The post So, Assist Travel happened… again!

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

If you’ve ever had a conference hangover, you know how hard it can be to reenter the real world and not be exhausted and overwhelmed. Then stack all of this on top of your everyday life obligations, and it’s hard to truly reap the benefits of the event. Here are three simple ideas to get you started: Physically Recover.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 31, 2016

It is a brilliant city and with more and more people coming here for business trips I thought now would be a good time to share with you my top tips for organising business travel to Barcelona. Even better, we are opening up the afternoon at Assist Travel for free. Tips from PAs who travel frequently with their Execs.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 15, 2016

With Assist Travel just a few month’s away, I thought I would share everything that I have been working on behind the scenes. We really do have world-class speakers talking all thing business travel. Why should you attend Assist Travel? Well, I actually have three reasons why you should attend Assist Travel!

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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. First up we have Assist Travel taking place on Friday 4th September 2015 from 10am to 4pm in London. This is a free to attend event for Practically Perfect PA subscribers. Why should you attend Assist Travel?

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 5, 2016

”. Business travel was a pretty clear winner. From this Assist Travel was born. 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. The aim of Assist Travel.

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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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Success

AUGUST 7, 2023

So, in 2015, she founded the Global Woman Summit, an international conference where women can network and empower each other. We had like 50 countries in one room; grateful to see that diversity and [those] amazing, talented women who traveled around the world to come and be together,” Sula recalls.

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All Things Admin

MAY 26, 2021

When I worked corporately, travel planning was one of my favorite parts of my job, and I still love it today. COVID-19 brought the travel industry to its knees, but as vaccinations roll out and restrictions loosen, we’re getting closer to a place where we can move freely again. The basics of travel planning still apply.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 7, 2023

From managing their calendars, emails, and travel arrangements to handling administrative tasks with precision, your efficiency, and professionalism will be in high demand. From booking travel arrangements, arranging meetings, and managing events, to handling personal errands, your knack for multitasking will shine in this role.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 11, 2016

With just under two months to go until Assist Travel kicks off on Friday 9th September at The Grange Tower Bridge, London I am putting the final touches to the event. We have great networking opportunities for all of the delegates and we are adding a few creative details to make the conference fun and engaging.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 12, 2016

We are offering ten lucky readers the chance to attend Assist Travel for free. The conference is taking place on Friday 9th September in London. More information on the programme and the speakers can be found on the Assist Travel website. Planning travel for your team should take minutes, not hours! More from our sponsor.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 27, 2014

Having been established in the incentive travel industry for over a decade now, I can state with confidence that we at First Event have seen it all; events to recognise success, reward achievement, inspire motivation, build relations and give back to communities. About First Event. This post is sponsored by First Event.

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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

MAY 4, 2017

In a time where the majority of emphasis is placed on finding the best price, the easy route is to choose the cheapest option when booking your executive travel, especially when it comes to airport transfers, be it a group or individual. Business Travel Accounts. Event Staff – Greeters, Hosts/Hostesses, Airport Coordinators.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 4, 2016

Do you dread going to the welcome reception at a conference? A lot of people do, especially if they attend the conference alone or are a first timer. However, going to the first night’s event when attending an administrative conference is a great way to start meeting the people with whom you will spend the next 3 or 4 days.

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

With budgets tight, many companies are looking to trim back expenditure by reducing travel costs, slashing marketing budgets and even downsizing the number of staff. Company conferences and events have also seen financial cuts. Here are some of the many benefits of a multi-day conference.

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Allwork

MAY 9, 2022

The [office] building becomes an event center for you, and a collaboration center,” said Clifton in a podcast with Gallup editor Mohamed Younis. Employees are also provided with breakfast and lunch, while lower-paid commuters receive reimbursements for their travels. . Beyond office amenities, S.M.A.R.T.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2014

Question: ”I think it would be interesting to attend one of the larger conferences for admins and office managers, but I’m sure it would involve some travel, missed time from work and the company footing the bill. Can anyone tell me if it’s been worth it to them to dive in and make appearances at events like these?”

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 15, 2015

With Assist Travel coming up in September in London I wanted to share one of our most popular blogs with you – The Ultimate Travel Itinerary. I will be presenting on this very topic at the conference. A well organised travel itinerary is an essential service that assistants can provide for their managers.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 7, 2014

Administrative Conference Scholarship Application Announcement. I am excited to share with you that we are now accepting applications for scholarships for the 21st Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence happening this Sept 30-Oct 3 at the Red Rock Resort & Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. One full tuition ($1495 value!)

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Allwork

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

As companies create strategies to integrate remote and in-office working styles harmoniously, we’ll see a decrease in 9-to-5 shifts and an increase in corporate outings, corporate events, and corporate activities in key urban centers that include a significant amount of commercial real estate activity.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 21, 2016

Here are some tips if your Executive does experience a travel delay: Be prepared. It is always, always worth checking the weather in the places that your boss is travelling to. Prior to the trip ensure your Executive has the phone number of the hotel, your Travel Management Company and the Airline stored in their phone.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

Private speedboat transfers along the Thames, celebrity keynote speeches, Michelin starred dining, treasure islands or giving back with the perfect CSR cause; the “wow” factor is what all event planners are continuously striving for. A strong and unique theme to your events can engage and intrigue your guests or employees.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 4, 2017

In a time where the majority of emphasis is placed on finding the best price, the easy route is to choose the cheapest option when booking your executive travel, especially when it comes to airport transfers, be it a group or individual. Business Travel Accounts. Event Staff – Greeters, Hosts/Hostesses, Airport Coordinators.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Sustainability certainly hasn’t been a priority for assistants organising events, particularly as we often have to manage events alongside our actual day job and the budgets we have to spend on events are still quite a bit smaller than they were a few years ago. Sustainable events don’t need to be expensive events.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 4, 2016

For any of us that have heard Lucy speak, we will know that Matthew is the person that keeps the wheels rolling at Executive Secretary Magazine while Lucy travels around the world promoting the industry. Matthew also has a key role in organising the Exec Sec Live events which take place in London, Dubai, South Africa and New Zealand.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

When you’re one half of a couple, frequent business travel can take its toll on your relationship. However, for some business travellers (and even their partners) there is a middle ground. Bleisure’ travel – as it has been dubbed by some in the travel industry – is the mixing of business trips with leisure experiences.

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Loosely Speaking

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Just wrapped up our first AZVAs “REAL TALK&# conference call , and it made me realize two things: I needed to dust off and update the Calendar of Events for Solopreneurs elsewhere on Loosely Speaking to reflect all that’s in store for 2011. I want to organize a second AZVAs retreat for those of you in the Southwest!

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

All year long I've anticipated the 19th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence, which starts tonight and runs through noon Friday in sunny Las Vegas at the most amazing venue: Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa. In case you're not familiar with what to expect, you are in for a great experience at this conference!

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Tonight we met at the Red Rock Resort Pool Area for a great networking event. Many were return attendees, which doesn’t surprise me at all given the quality of training and the spectacular way Joan has with putting on an event of distinction. It was close to sunset. We gathered at tables and cabanas surrounding an outdoor pool.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 26, 2013

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing a series of blogs on events, well more specifically how assistants can organise and run great events within the context of their role. I wanted to give you a quick round up of the issues discussed and some additional tips that I think you will find useful when running your events.

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Eco-Office Gals

SEPTEMBER 26, 2010

The high price and inconvenience of air travel have spurred companies to look for more cost-effective ways to get people together, and the virtual event is the perfect alternative. The environmental benefits of virtual events are positive side effects of this trend. Travel Is Just Part of It. GSX Green Facts.

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Allwork

AUGUST 30, 2022

Maintain connection through meetings, recognition programs, and virtual events. In addition, consider having purely social gatherings where people join in and are given gift cards in advance to purchase special foods during the events to celebrate achievements. . You can also reach out to workers via recorded videos and emails.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 21, 2017

For the last three years I have been organising events in London and occasionally other parts of the UK. We have always tried to make the events a little different to other conferences in the industry and we have always had good feedback from our efforts. However, there is no “physical” event taking place.

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