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Instilling company culture across geographic divides

Workplace Insight

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. In any form, these moments should: Feature waypoints for the future and the progress already made toward company goals.

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How to remain relevant in the 4th Industrial Revolution

The Persistent Assistant

Technological advances mean that we can add a link to a meeting to get delegates dialed in form all over the world, at the simple click of a button. Other than class-based training and distance learning there is also online training means that you can now constantly upskill yourself in your own free time. You can do this!

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Do you want to speak at Assist Travel 2016?

Practically Perfect PA

For example, you may like to talk about that trip that saw your Exec cross every continent and time zone – how did you manage it, what did you learn from such a difficult trip and what advice can you pass on to other assistants? Of course you can attend the event for free. I will get back in touch with you asap.

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Too much information.

Laughing all the Way to Work

If you have a few ideas or requests in your e-mail, it is best to set it out in point form so the person does not have to dig for it. Robbs drivers license; - A completed application form; and - a cheque or money order in the amount of $10 made out to the Ministry of Heath." Point being.

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Meetings Plus: Taking them offline

Laughing all the Way to Work

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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Happy New Year! Now don't forget to put the correct year on your.

Laughing all the Way to Work

You can also insert the date and get it to update automatically by clicking on Update Automatically in the Date and Time dialogue box. I only use this if I have a form or something that I always want the current date on it. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" P.S. I Love You Happy New Year!

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The ultimate app guide for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

This is a great app for conference call planning that allows you to schedule calls and meetings from all over the world without having to check all of the various time zones. Hand over the iPad to a guest who can then fill in a form with their details, take a photo and sign an agreement.