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Virtues of going Virtual: Working whilst on holiday

Practically Perfect PA

Skype allows meetings to take place in multiple locations around the world and the use of tablets means emails can be responded to anytime and anywhere (including the beach!). Not an ideal situation for either of you, especially if you’re on different time zones – the last thing you want is a panicked phone call in the middle of the night!

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Great Apps for Assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Both times I’ve replaced my phone as quickly as is humanly possible because I am just lost without it (sometimes I am literally lost without it thanks to my dependence on Google maps to get me about London!). Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check your details on the go.

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Great Apps for Assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Both times I’ve replaced my phone as quickly as is humanly possible because I am just lost without it (sometimes I am literally lost without it thanks to my dependence on Google maps to get me about London!). Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check your details on the go.

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The ultimate app guide for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Whenever you receive confirmation emails from any bookings you can forward it to plans@tripit.com and they will add the details to the itinerary. Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check details on the go. The app then sends you an email with their details.

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Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

Laughing all the Way to Work

There were charges for audio visual equipment that we never ordered. There is value in getting to know people, even if it is just over email or the phone. When I reviewed the invoice I noticed there was a guest on our bill who wasnt in our party so that amount got taken off. It could save your company some money.

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New Hire Overload

Laughing all the Way to Work

I was taken on a tour of the premises and they pointed out the office equipment I would need to use and introduced me to everyone we met. I basically know how to answer the phones and take messages. This particular law firm had approximately 150 people in the office. I just started at a law firm this week. I have not had much guidance.

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Are you worried about job security?

Laughing all the Way to Work

Get knowledgeable on how to work the various office equipment. I can honestly say that even though it was a hard time to go through, I ended up getting a much better job and a better opportunity and can look back on it as a good learning experience. My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone.