Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Back in April 2011 I started as a team assistant to an office of 25 people but as time went on I started to get involved in finance, human resources and marketing along with the office management. Since 2011 there have been several structural and management changes. Transition from an EA to a project support manager….watch

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 14, 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.

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

These spaces should boast cutting-edge technology infrastructure, including advanced audiovisual equipment and smart conference rooms. Collaboration spaces equipped with interactive whiteboards and project management tools encourage teamwork and innovation.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 23, 2019

One of my favorite aspects of attending a professional development conference is the opportunity to connect with other administrative professionals to share processes, tips, best practices and learn how they simplify daily tasks with technology. You can set deadlines, collaborate work and see real-time updates for multiple projects.

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Page Personnel

AUGUST 26, 2022

What does it take to be a successful office manager? simonewu 24/01/2023 Office managers are responsible for making sure everything runs smoothly in the office. Office managers are responsible for keeping businesses running smoothly. Office managers should know how to manage their time effectively on a daily basis.

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Success

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

For example, you should consider client management software that comes with critical features such as project collaboration, file sharing, and more. Going digital with networking and project management makes things more efficient, but it can be easy to let relationships slip without that face-to-face contact.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

A few more popular video conferencing choices*: Free Conference Call Join.me More online messaging options are : Yammer Flock Microsoft Teams Amazon Chime Online Project Management and Sharing What about those project team meetings where things are shared via presentations or whiteboard? You have options there too.

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Tips From T. Marie

JUNE 1, 2023

Utilize task management apps, time-tracking tools, or the Pomodoro Technique to boost your efficiency. These tools can assist in prioritizing tasks, improving time management, and enhancing your overall productivity. Schedule virtual meetings, video conferences, or phone calls to stay connected and aligned.

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Eat Your Career

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

To avoid that kind of unnecessary stress, it’s important to properly manage and track your continuing education requirements. I can earn them for participating in conferences and traditional training events, whether in person or virtually, but I can also earn them for the training I develop and deliver myself, as a trainer on this topic.

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Allwork

MAY 2, 2023

Mongo, consulting with a3, Greener Source, and the architect, surveyed and selected ancillary office furniture, including tables and chairs for conference and breakrooms, the lobby, and three soft-seating areas. To meet these expectations, we suggested that Mongo supplement the existing furniture with repurposed furniture.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. The process for ordering office supplies and setting up the conference room for meetings was different. email, instant messaging, project management tools). showcasing how each tool facilitates team collaboration.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2017

Project Management Apps: Teamwork is, by far, my favorite project management app. You can update statuses, track time and tasks, and get real-time updates on all your projects. Julie will be one of the featured speakers at the 2017 Conference for Administrative Excellence in Las Vegas this October.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

For example, someone who has previously held a project manager role but opted for a career change to executive assistant may have a head start for a senior role. Executive assistants may also work for senior managers in large organizations, but not those in the most advanced roles. Level of discretion over decision-making.

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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. Ask your manager for any training suggestions they may have, and request training opportunities.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 23, 2021

Every office needs different systems to run smoothly, but most administrative professionals will require most or all of the systems in this core group: Time and task management. Project management. Reserve the conference room. Conference Room Logistics. Reserve the conference room. . Travel planning.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

The meeting is typically a way to evaluate the past year’s project management, acknowledge achievements, receive valuable feedback for performance improvement and create new goals for continued productivity. Learning is always a win-win for an employee & manager and progress is easily tracked.

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Worxbee

MAY 17, 2021

Process management tools. Executive assistants are masters of process management and that requires some quality tools to keep track! Email can be an inefficient nightmare without the right tools and techniques in place to manage it. Email management tools. As an EA, you’re managing your own inbox and someone else’s.

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Success

MARCH 23, 2023

Many times, companies just really don’t know how to onboard and manage an adult on the spectrum,” Moore says. In 2021, Els for Autism hosted the Autism Innovations & Global Impact Conference: “ Building a Neurodiverse Workforce.” “By Despite their expertise in technology, employment options were limited.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 27, 2015

Over the last few weeks I have been wondering how my initial thoughts about running an event have turned into the Assist Conference – which is just a month away! I hope after reading them you can see why I have created the Assist Conference , why the theme is ‘Moving on up!’ The Assist Conference was born!

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 15, 2016

We are the right hand person, the key strategic partner within the management team – we really do spin many plates at the same time and my first job, as Andrew’s assistant was to help him understand my role. Judgement – Learn to read your manager. Our non-traditional start actually turned out to be a blessing.

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Worxbee

OCTOBER 4, 2021

You’ll find them engaging in project management, process management, strategic research, reporting and a range of dynamic, managerial functions. Here are some examples of key skills that may warrant development opportunities: Time management. This is a foundational skill for all EAs and most will be time management pros.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2017

She’ll be at the annual Conference for Administrative Excellence this year and she is an absolute wealth of knowledge and insight. For example, here are a few of the most common roles that may be a great fit for assistants, depending on your skills and interests: Project Manager. Event Planner. Training Coordinator.

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Administrative Professionals Skills PowerPoint 2017 209

Productivityist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

But even the most productive and enthusiastic individuals, teams, and corporations require careful management, planning, and collaboration. Trello is one of the best management and collaboration tools available. Todoist – Simplified Task Management. No business can thrive without adequate productivity.

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C-Suite Assistants

JANUARY 14, 2021

They make telephone calls, type and review documents, conduct research, update blogs and social media, make travel arrangements for managers, prepare presentations and assemble reports. They’ll also manage and distribute information to co-workers and customers. Use tools for video conferencing, company chats and project management.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 8, 2017

In fact, you’ll be wondering how you ever managed without a venue finder. Whether you’re looking for a unique venue for corporate entertaining , an eco friendly conference centre, a lush summer party venue , or a grand backdrop for a business meeting, we’ll have the very latest venue options waiting for you. A low stress solution.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2013

This series stemmed from questions I was getting from our readers, friends and fans about what it is like to work with Joan, how do I plan our annual conference for administrative excellence and other administrative professionals training events, and what my top tips for assistants are. The Soft Skills Necessary for Project Management.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 25, 2017

I have worked on reception, secretarial, event and project management teams during this time and had almost every title from Receptionist to Director of Administration. Simone has just had another baby so expect a few more updates on how she is managing life as a mum of two! Roxanne Smith .

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 25, 2017

I have worked on reception, secretarial, event and project management teams during this time and had almost every title from Receptionist to Director of Administration. Simone has just had another baby so expect a few more updates on how she is managing life as a mum of two! Roxanne Smith .

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Whether you’re an administrative professional looking for a way to validate your skill set or a manager looking to contribute to your admin’s professional development ( thank you, thank you, thank you ), certification is the perfect step. I’ve taken everything from project management courses to writing workshops.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 3, 2015

A few years ago I was working as a PA to a senior board director in an organisation full of project managers, engineers and specialist technicians. Speaking to other assistants at the Assist Conference earlier this year it turns out that this scenario is pretty common. Bummer, right?

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 4, 2011

I heard a speaker at Office Dynamics’ Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence refer to a negative style of administrator as “transaction based.”. We can be the strategic business partners of management. But managers and principal supports won’t think we can do this if we sit awaiting the next transaction, will they?

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Restaurants 2008 Project Management 100

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

I wrote an entire 80+ Page Guide incorporating the main processes executives and assistants need to have down pat, such as: regularly scheduled meetings, calendar management, meeting preparation, e-mail management, project management, travel, follow-up systems and prioritization. That is the key—consistency.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 2, 2016

She started out at their office in Las Vegas 14 years ago working as an assistant in the project management department. The General Manager of Czar noticed that Lauren was an excellent employee and so he worked to find her the right spot in the office. She has worked at a fabulous organization called Czarnowski. Joan Burge.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2016

Sherien Ahmed @sherienSA , PA to Senior Management Team, Venture Trust. Sally Lloyd @salidatious Assstant to Managing Director, CodeBase. Amy : I am currently an Executive Assistant at Skyscanner to the CTO, Director Engineering, Director of Project Management and the Director of HR. The PAs behind the Network.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

I attended the Assist Conference earlier this year. However – if we are not willing to speak up and actively list our duties how can we expect colleagues and managers to be aware of this change in office dynamics? We lighten the load for executives and are vital members of any executive management team. Risk Management.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Software applications and online products are also an expense, including Anti-virus software, project management, online backup, and online greeting card services, to name a few. Do you attend networking conferences a few times a year? Now, think about the hours per month you spend actively marketing.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 22, 2012

Find the best way to manage your projects – without letting them manage you! Mastering Project Management. Business Management Daily. We all manage projects from time to time. But just because you manage a project, does that make you a project manager?

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