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. The hotel itself was not open to guests and you could literally smell the fresh paint in the conference space. I hope those that came along enjoyed it too.

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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. Why should you attend Assist Travel? Travel best practice. Travel technology. Travel trends.

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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

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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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

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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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. However, there are several factors which could lead to a compromising situation. Driver Knowledge.

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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

DECEMBER 21, 2023

of survey respondents citing travel expenses and time as their major concerns. The concerning challenges for the commercial real estate industry leads a lot of people in the workforce to question what collaboration will look like in the future , and more specifically, how offices will be utilized in 2024.

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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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Allwork

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The importance of human interactions Despite the efficiency and effectiveness of video conferring tools, it remains crucial for individuals to engage in face-to-face interactions. I did the math, and I spent approximately 4 months worth of rent in travel costs, hotel fees, and catering fees, which was all done in Midtown Manhattan.

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Success

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

I just needed to schedule time to write about my personal growth and the industry trends around me in order to become a better person and leader. Once I realized that travel made my brain dump sessions easier, my team helped me organize my writing around my flight schedule. I didn’t need to become Hemingway.

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Success

JUNE 6, 2023

As many as 31% of workers actively planned to quit their jobs in 2022, alongside 28% of workers who were undecided on the matter, according to a survey by the Conference Board. We offer a travel stipend. The Great Resignation turned all eyes toward reasons employees might want to quit their jobs. Do we have staff who have to commute?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 31, 2019

As trailblazers in the administrative training industry, Office Dynamics wanted to celebrate outstanding ideas birthed by administrative and executive assistants. This Award was presented to the winner at the Office Dynamics 26 th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. I am always impressed with the creativity of assistants.

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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. However, there are several factors which could lead to a compromising situation. Driver Knowledge.

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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. Involved in the day to day organisation of the magazine and conferences. Organising and maintaining multiple email inboxes.

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Success

JANUARY 16, 2023

survey of over 600 employees from 20 industries found that, “on average, employees have 17.7 Once seen merely as a way to save money on travel, video conferencing has become key to business communication, says Proofpoint CEO Ashan Willy. That assessment by the Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and author is right on. A 2022 Otter.ai

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Office Dynamics

MAY 5, 2018

Her statement came after she had attended the Office Dynamics Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence where she interacted with hundreds of executive and administrative assistants from around the globe. How many administrative conferences have you attended in the past 5 years? Are you insulated?

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 5, 2012

We have dedicated several blogs to informing you about our administrative assistant conference speaker line-up. With each message we'll introduce a speaker and share with you a little bit about them as well as why we chose them to be a presenter at the 19th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. We've always been fans of her!

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Allwork

AUGUST 30, 2022

In fact, in one industry study , nearly two-thirds of employees listed corporate culture as one of the top reasons they either choose to stay with their employer or look for opportunities elsewhere. . An ideal culture reflects your corporate values and requirements, instills trust, is at the heart of your processes, and motivates workers.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 21, 2017

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. The Virtual Summit is a full day conference for the early booking price of £50. This is the first event of its kind for the PA industry so you might have a few questions.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2017

Travel Planning Apps: Whether you’re the one traveling, or simply attempting to get your executive from point A to point B, travel planning apps can be a life saver. Business Card Scanning Apps: Anyone who’s ever attended a conference or networking event knows just how quickly all those business cards stack up.

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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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Workplace Insight

APRIL 10, 2024

There is of course the irony of a global property conference discussing net zero whilst jetting in delegates from all corners of globe, but how do you get to inclusivity and diversity without the travel?

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 28, 2016

I have just finished the regional events and we are just adding the final details to Assist Travel. The first Practically Perfect PA eBook is available for everyone to download and I am just about to launch this year’s Industry Snapshot survey… So busy, busy! Arranging complex business travel. Minute Taking.

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Success

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Bush was raised in Los Angeles, where we’re gathered today, sitting across from each other in a sun-dappled industrial loft. The pair met the old-fashioned way—at least for philanthropically minded women in the entertainment industry in the pre-social media era. She’d arrived a little late, and she asked to borrow Bush’s notes. (It

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 2, 2016

The challenge may come when you realize there are a plethora of training programs, conferences, webinars and other learning events for administrative assistants and executive assistants. Our conference and World Class Assistant™ our very different learning events. Conferences for Administrative Professionals. Last several days.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

I was also blessed during my younger working years, to have 3 outstanding executive mentors who I supported in various industries. ” I learn from the savvy executive assistants who attend my training programs, the executives who hire me, and from anyone I come in contact with as I travel the country. .”

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 12, 2015

I genuinely think 2014 was a turning point in our industry and I think 2015 will see a consolidation of our efforts to take our profession forward. Last year saw a variety of networking events and conferences for assistants. There are advancements in the travel industry every year. Assistant networking and events.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

For example, while you're reaching out to family and friends this holiday season, why not also reach out to new connections in your company or your industry? Or, send a friendly Facebook message to someone you met at a conference, wishing them a joyful Thanksgiving and a "let's-set-up-a-time-to-talk" message?

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

First Event specialises in international incentives, conferences, corporate hospitality and “money can’t buy” experiences. As an established incentive travel and conference provider, our company’s client portfolio includes the construction and building industries, IT, automobile and recruitment industries. .

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 3, 2016

After the success of the Assist Conference and Assist Travel, both of which are based in London. During the course of the event we will look to resolve some of the big questions that face our industry today. I have decided to hit the road and organise some events in other parts of the UK. So what do I have planned?

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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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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 19, 2014

Travel management. As you can imagine I am super excited about the Assist Conference – Practically Perfect PA’s first conference for our UK based readers taking place on the 27th February. So here is to 2014, it has been a wonderful year and I can’t wait to see what 2015 brings the assistant industry!

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Success

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

It’s part of my job,” she says—a part she spends about 100 hours and $3,000 to $5,000 on each year as she takes seminars and travels to conferences. Plus, if your industry hits the skids, you’d better have some options. Translation is a very cutthroat market. A push for parity.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 15, 2016

A lot of people assume that EAs just look after the diary and book the travel, but in reality we do so much more. Long gone are the days when assistants sit in the corner typing up notes – we are business partners, influential team players and as Andrew called me at the conference ‘Company Wide Facilitators’!

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 26, 2016

What stuff should we be debating, what is going on, what should be changed and what is working well within the Assistant industry. I do it around my children so I can safely say being a PA has enabled me to travel the world, get a job within weeks of arriving in two countries and now as a mother it continues to give me work.

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