Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2017

Timeful will suggest the optimal time to complete them. This smart app even “learns” your schedule and adapts to your busy and available times. Project Management Apps: Teamwork is, by far, my favorite project management app. I use the Time Zone Converter by TimeAndDate. Follow Julie on Twitter.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

From other executive assistants to business owners, travel agents, corporate event specialists, the IT people, even the person who has connections for hard-to-get tickets or bookings can all be great “tools” in your network. A Reliable System for Tracking Tasks We’re not going to suggest one “right” system for how you manage tasks.

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Workplace Insight

JUNE 19, 2023

Due to the wide breadth of employees in large global companies, everything from time zones and language barriers to country culture and local business norms can create sticking points. Keep the timing of these meetings flexible to accommodate time zone differences.

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C-Suite Assistants

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

As a company Founder or CEO, you may be looking for an executive assistant to schedule meetings, organize business trips, as well as manage many aspects of your personal life. They are involved in every aspect of the person’s life and business, managing every detail. An EA/PA manages the executive’s entire life.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 19, 2016

I don’t usually do this for my events but I thought I would do what they call in the business…apparently… a ‘call for papers’ A call for papers is basically a shout out to the readers of Practically Perfect PA to see if any of you might be interested in speaking on either session.

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Productivityist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

But even the most productive and enthusiastic individuals, teams, and corporations require careful management, planning, and collaboration. However, doing so can lead to scheduling conflicts and forgotten events. Trello is one of the best management and collaboration tools available. Todoist – Simplified Task Management.

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Allwork

MARCH 4, 2024

Having held key roles at Amazon, Wells Fargo, and American Family Insurance, Anastasia has honed her skills in managing internal politics and understanding diverse personalities within professional environments. I mean, you’re managing the people who are going to work for the company, people who are going to work on these teams.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 30, 2014

Depending on where you are in the world, working on different time zones to your clients can be tricky but with plenty of planning and preparation in the lead up to your trip, your service needn’t be compromised. This may sound obvious but check time zones before you go to ensure you operate as you would from home.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

other gigs or events - once I was the emcee at an event, there for three days with a speaking slot at the end and I did two other speaking gigs. more people virtually than I did at the event. Many of clients travel for work and pleasure, crossing multiple time zones. Got time for a spa massage?

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

I use my iPhone every day and I’ve found there are loads of apps which are really helpful for assistants and their managers, most of which probably have either an iPhone or an iPad. This app is slightly more expensive but worth paying for if your manager travels a lot. Love this app for myself and my manager. Meetup Time: £0.69.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

I use my iPhone every day and I’ve found there are loads of apps which are really helpful for assistants and their managers, most of which probably have either an iPhone or an iPad. This app is slightly more expensive but worth paying for if your manager travels a lot. Love this app for myself and my manager. Meetup Time: £0.69.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Assistants can also recommend all of the apps to their manager. This app is slightly expensive but worth paying for if your manager travels a lot. There are dozens of free travel guide apps and I do think it is worthwhile adding them to your manager’s device while they are abroad. Great Apps: Events and meetings.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 15, 2015

A well organised travel itinerary is an essential service that assistants can provide for their managers. Additionally if you have equipped your manager with all of the information they need to deal with any emergencies, they will be able to cope without you being there to help, particularly if they are in a different time zone.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

I arrange quite a few events and have realized the importance of reading and reviewing the contracts carefully, highlighting key dates. I had an event for November 7th and the contract was signed, sealed and delivered, but then I noticed the hotel had put the wrong date on the contract. What are the dates you can cancel by?

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Worxbee

APRIL 5, 2021

In fact, there are whole industries built around productivity and finding ways to help people improve their time management and results. Hey, if scheduling really were that simple, no one would have any issues with coordinating large meetings or complex events, right? And our EA can manage when people ask about those things!).

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

His perspective and knowledge are sought after by leading industry events and publications, making him a prominent figure in shaping the future of work. Discover the Essential Role of Managers in Hybrid Work for Creating Supportive and Engaging Work Environments. The office and the management or the company just chooses how many days?

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Office Organization Success

JULY 17, 2015

But once you’ve got your registration page all set up, the bridge line booked, have invited your list to attend your free teleclass, and promoted it to your social media networks, you then need to get people to sign up for your event. Access your 26-point Online Business Management & Marketing SYSTEMS CHECKLIST .

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 15, 2010

If someone puts in a "birthday" or a "pick up the dry cleaning" reminder in their calendar as an all-day event, to those who are using the Scheduler, it will look like the person is busy for the day and in reality they may have the day open. Our office manager updates it every morning. Who notices that string along the top anyway?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

Another time I wanted to try a career in the travel business. I have become familiar with time zones, airport codes and international holidays to avoid. I have seen some contracts for event planners and it seems like a lucrative career to get into. Now I am glad I stayed in this career because I can do all these things.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants. The one good thing about speaking at an event where nobody knows me is, they have no idea whether my hair is supposed to be this dark. Some good advice to pass along: Never colour your hair the night before an event.

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Administrative Professionals Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes 100

Jen Lawrence

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Examples: Signature Needed by 10/31: Company X Final Contract Information Needed by 11/1: Speaker Bio and Headshot Important Event Info: 12/15 Holiday Party. Pst, bonus points if you include time zones! We live in a global environment – don’t assume the reader knows where you are and your time zone.).

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

Holgate is the Executive Assistant to the President, she also reports to the Director of Human Resources and manages a staff of four. Lynn has organized strategic events such as the companys internal trade show, all-hands meetings, the annual awards banquet, internal events and leadership off-site meetings. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

I thought I would pass this tip along in the event you find yourself wishing you could take your words back. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. They said it works with most phone services. " Warning! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Time Zones IAAP 2010 Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

By using the template I was able to accomplish everything with enough time to change, touch up my make up and hair and then off to the next event. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. " Warning! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Time Zones IAAP Holidays International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 8, 2009

Have you ever been at an event that isnt well organized? He then proceeded to tell me about a previous event he was at where there was no organization. . Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. " Warning!

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Professional Assistant Blog

JUNE 8, 2010

By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, June 08, 2010 Filed Under: Meetings , MS-Outlook , Productivity D o you have trouble trying to book several managers’ meetings, yet you have access to their calendars in Microsoft Outlook 2007? Home About Me Advertise Overlapping Calendars In Microsoft Outlook?

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

During your daily huddles you would discuss upcoming events, projects and meetings therefore giving the assistant an opportunity to be proactive and take the initiative which diminishes last minute chaos. For example, if the Executive is in a location with a different time zone or headed into an early meeting or conference.

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2009

By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, October 06, 2009 Filed Under: Meetings , Research , Travel A re you trying to book a flight, hotel or car rental for your manager? Home About Me Advertise Finding The Best Travel Deals - Online! Do you feel like you are going to lots of websites to find the best deal?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

Networking at a conference does little good if you never speak with the person after the event. If you meet someone at an Administrative Assistant conference, for example, make sure to follow up with that contact within a week or two after the event. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!"

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 20, 2008

Event Planning: Event planning is a big industry that looks for people who are skilled in planning big events without a hitch. What better candidate to take on that role as a career, than the assistant who regularly plans events from small meetings to large conferences.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2008

By The Professional Assistant on Monday, September 22, 2008 Filed Under: Organize , Productivity A re you asked to make reservations for your manager(s) at particular restaurants? This has become a great tool for me, since I have to make reservations on a regular basis for my managers. Do you feel that you could be doing this faster?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

I find that generally administrative assistants are good in a lot of different areas and are in a unique position of being in a close working relationship with management that could open doors to new work experiences and better overall job satisfaction. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!"

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Time Zones IAAP 2009 International 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2008

By The Professional Assistant on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 Filed Under: MS-Access , MS-Excel , MS-Outlook , MS-PowerPoint , MS-Word , Productivity Y ou receive an e-mail from your manager. Your manager asks you to create a report of some sort and wants you to send it to a client, but making sure that they cannot manipulate the information.

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 13, 2008

This should help your manager as well. Until next time, T ake care - of your clutter! You can do this by clicking View, Arrange By, Current View, Events. Outlook now will install the selected items that you chose. Check your calendar to see that everything as populated.

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Microsoft Outlook Holidays 2008 Calendars 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

Making a List, Checking it Twice The Board meeting I am preparing for is a two-day event and I dont want to forget anything that I need to do leading up to it, or anything that I need on the day of. Being organized helps de-clutter any task and makes it more manageable and doable. I think I feel another checklist coming on, gotta go.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2008

Finding the right tools to manage your business can be time consuming. Virtual Assistant Manager is a website that I recently stumbled upon which helps you and/or your organization thrive in this type of environment. Easily recording the time spent on each task.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 8, 2009

when there is some function or event at the office, because it is not always assumed. Many times I refer to them as: management, professionals or executives, which is getting closer to what they do, but again, I would have to say the term colleague probably describes it the best no matter what side of the fence you are on. .

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