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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. Liaising with staff, suppliers and clients will be a regular duty, and there will often be a need to chair meetings and allocate leadership roles among the staff.

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Job descriptions for Personal Assistants – Merited or inherited?

Practically Perfect PA

When the printer/scanner/fax breaks down I am ultimately the person who troubleshoots and fixes the machine in question. The Skill-set of the modern PA is a far cry from tea and typing: Exceptional Communication – with colleagues, clients, suppliers, peers and the public (includes Active Listening). Risk Management.

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Reducing Overheads Can Save A Business | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Shop around : Make sure you are getting the best deals from all you suppliers- right down to your electricity, broadband and gas bills. If your business has an inventory make sure you source the best suppliers at the right price, and don’t be afraid to haggle ! In this economy, every price is negotiable.

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