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DECEMBER 7, 2017

I store all of my files in Dropbox, it is really easy to use, loads of other people use it and I love that I can easily share files and documents with the rest of my team. So, today I thought I’d share my Dropbox tips and tricks for you. Here are 10 tips for those […].

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OCTOBER 30, 2018

Despite it being just a humble document the budget is what underpins every successful event. One of the most important tools to control any event is the event budget. It’s normally just a simple excel spreadsheet or perhaps its a page on your accounting software. In this post, I want to help you give your […].

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

It is a fascinating document and many of the suggestions are coming into fruition four years on. We organise board papers, we literally take files from one department to another, we still print, photocopy and bind documents on a daily basis. It’s not just documents. We are our office information managers!

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JANUARY 12, 2018

Rev.com is a service website that transcribes video and audio into text, they add captions to video and translate documents into any language, which can be certified for an additional fee. Today’s Technology of the week: Rev. Here are all the details… What is Rev? What does it do? The folks behind Rev hire freelancers to […].

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JULY 17, 2017

I would imagine, although I might be wrong, that a document like this and even the Summit just isn’t on your radar. Many of you struggle to write your yearly objectives and this document will really help you with that! And I can understand why. Lastly, like anything.

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MARCH 15, 2018

Did you know the average office worker in the UK spends around seven days a year looking for work documents? Fed up of trawling through piles of old paperwork? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. That’s one million […].

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AUGUST 24, 2018

Box is a cloud-based system that allows users to store files, back-up and sync data and collaborate on documents in real time. Today’s Technology of the week: Box. Here are the details: What is Box? What does Box do? Box is a freemium platform that works similarly to other cloud-based systems. It allows users to store […].

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OCTOBER 5, 2018

It allows users to create sales documents online, from proposals through to contracts and collect digital signatures. Today’s Technology of the week: PandaDoc. Here are the details: What is PandaDoc? PandaDoc is an all in one platform that helps you streamline your sales process. What does PandaDoc do?

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MARCH 6, 2015

The Camscanner App allows users to convert and save any document into a PDF using their mobile phone. From a mobile phone users can: Scan any kind of document in seconds, texts or graphics. Scan multi-page documents. Batch scan documents. The app saves time and it is handy being able to scan documents at your desk.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2015

DocuSign lets you sign documents electronically and easily send documents for electronic signature in just minutes. Docusign allows users to upload documents and place electronic signitures where required. Docusign allows users to upload documents and place electronic signitures where required. What is DocuSign?

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AUGUST 7, 2017

Of course, I ensure that he has the correct information and all the relevant documents for his meetings. In a company I worked for previously, I handled official documents that had to be dealt with accurately and at once. It made me very proud to receive a special bonus for quick and precise work with these documents.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2014

pdfconvert.com is a very simple website that converts various documents to PDFs and converts PDFs back to their original format. Unlike some PDF converting websites users do not have to sign up to the website or wait for the document to be emailed. As soon as the document has been converted users can download the finished product.

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MARCH 17, 2017

The browser extension also let’s assistants translate documents and websites really easily. This is a great app for Executive’s to have on their phone when they travel aboard. Who doesn’t need a quick translation every now and again? Why is it Practically Perfect PA tech of the week?

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

I have a lot of documents and folders I need to sort which ones are pending things, which ones are to sign, which ones are to file… and I always get lazy to create a new label using the computer. I would not make labels for my documents, the ones that I use every day, just because I did not want to spend time on it. Stacy : Yes.

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JULY 11, 2016

For those of you in this situation I have put together a business case document which will help you persuade your boss that you need to attend training courses throughout the year. If you would like a copy of the business case document, please do get in touch using the contact form. I will email you a copy straight away.

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MAY 23, 2017

We all know the feeling when you can’t lay your hands on the right form or lose an important piece of paperwork… being disorganised can lead you to being reactive rather than proactive, responding to everything at the last minute because the right documents aren’t too hand. Declutter to increase productivity.

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MAY 28, 2015

As a PA or EA, your ability to handle confidential subjects, issues, emails and documents is essential. The issue of confidentiality is especially pertinent when it comes to handling emails and electronic documents. The issue of confidentiality is especially pertinent when it comes to handling emails and electronic documents.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2016

For those of you in this situation I have put together a business case document which will help you persuade your boss that you need to attend training courses throughout the year. If you would like a copy of the business case document, please do get in touch using the contact form. I will email you a copy straight away.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Signing off documents. It is not the most modern of business tasks but Executives still have to physically sign hundreds of documents per year. This is fine if they are only asked to sign one document a week but every couple of hours – that is going to annoy your manager.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Constantly chasing people for supporting papers, printing thousands and thousand of pieces of paper only to be told that the documents have been amended, stapling through massive reports – god I hated it. Insert a numbered divider in between each supporting document, this is particularly useful in a large pack.

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JANUARY 14, 2016

For those of you in this situation I have put together a business case document which will help you persuade your boss that you need to attend training courses throughout the year. If you would like a copy of the business case document please do get in touch using the contact form. I will email you a copy straight away.

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OCTOBER 22, 2015

Always leave plenty of time – Embassies can request additional information and documentation without prior warning. Make sure that all of your documents match – for example, they all need to state the same Visa duration and trip purpose. Complete all forms carefully. Free of charge local courier collection/delivery service.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2014

Administration of documents. Assistants should manage the administration of documents on behalf of their manager. Assistants should also ensure that all confidential documents are securely locked away or shredded. If this is not an option assistants should schedule time in their manager’s diary for signing documents.

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MAY 28, 2012

Confidential electronic documents (anything that is visible on your computer screen). In addition to this you also see all of the attachments that have been sent to your manager and all of the documents they are working on as well. I would suggest the following: Confidential electronic documents. b) Encrypt any attached files.

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MARCH 30, 2016

Policy & Procedure , for HR documents, travel and expense policies, health and safety etc.; Miscellaneous/other , helpful documents such as templates, contact lists, marketing guidelines. Address as many concerns as possible, and as a group, agree how to take action. The second stage is to agree content.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2015

For those of you in this situation I have put together a business case document which will help you persuade your boss that you need to attend training courses throughout the year. If you would like a copy of the business case document please do get in touch using the contact form below. I will email you a copy straight away.

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JULY 15, 2015

Included with the travel itinerary you should have the following as separate documents: Maps and directions for all hotels and meeting points. Remember to print off the itinerary and additional documents for your Director. The telephone number and address for the local embassy office. The airline emergency and customer service numbers.

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MARCH 17, 2017

The browser extension also let’s assistants translate documents and websites really easily. This is a great app for Executive’s to have on their phone when they travel aboard. Who doesn’t need a quick translation every now and again? Why is it Practically Perfect PA tech of the week?

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MARCH 31, 2017

Lastly, users can drag and drop all types of documents to share with other members of staff and colleagues. You can also take a conversation from typing to face-to-face by starting a voice or video call in any Channel or Direct Message. Make one-on-one or group calls right from Slack without needing to open another app or share invite links.

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AUGUST 24, 2017

This means being able to produce a document that is spelt correctly and uses correct grammar and punctuation. Without a doubt not only is it a skill to take minutes at the meeting, but the real work comes in being able to wordsmith a draft set of notes into an exceptionally good piece of writing. A sound critical thinker .

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NOVEMBER 10, 2016

Paperwork piling up is a problem for UK offices too, with the average worker printing off 343,504 pages of documents over their lifetime in the office. For instance, daily scribbling of notes eventually means office workers will get through 196 notepads and run 282 pens dry across their careers.

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DECEMBER 17, 2015

This means that you process documents as soon as they are received. Read it, process it, and file it away – never allow documents to pile up on your desk or in your inbox. Grouping similar messages or documents together will also make them easier to retrieve later, but you can store them in a way that suits you best.

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MARCH 31, 2017

Lastly, users can drag and drop all types of documents to share with other members of staff and colleagues. You can also take a conversation from typing to face-to-face by starting a voice or video call in any Channel or Direct Message. Make one-on-one or group calls right from Slack without needing to open another app or share invite links.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Included with the travel itinerary you should have the following as separate documents: Maps and directions for all hotels and meeting points. Remember to print off the itinerary and additional documents for your Director. The telephone number and address for the local embassy office. The airline emergency and customer service numbers.

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AUGUST 20, 2014

There are so many destinations to go to with different rules for travel documents. Every country has slightly different rules about travel documentation. When your job involves a lot of travel, you always want to know that you’re prepared ahead of time and that you won’t run into any last minute snags.

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OCTOBER 12, 2017

Set up a separate folder outside of your email system for documents that you have to print off, read, give to your Executive etc. Download and process email attachments as soon as they come through. Again, these emails shouldn’t be hanging around your inbox.

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JUNE 22, 2015

I knew we were in trouble on day 1 when I passed her the culmination of weeks of hard grafting to create a reliable handover document and she insisted she didn’t need to make any notes and was equally keen to shove me off my PC within an hour of landing at my desk.

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