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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

All Things Admin

We typically don’t use Google Workspace apps, but we do use Google Drive for some specific use cases and can easily link to folders or files from our Microsoft Office applications when needed. We can track task completion via email or Slack so that we stay current on what stages of completion tasks are at.

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Social Media Do’s and Don’ts for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

If you use social media make your manager aware that you have this skill set and can help the company with their social media strategy. Do keep an eye on your reputation, Google your name every now and again to make sure your details are up to date and remain professional. This is especially important if you are looking for a new job.

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Using social media to empower Assistants

Practically Perfect PA

You can follow and connect with other Assistants, clients, colleagues, suppliers, brand ambassadors and influencers. Google Alert – if you want to impress the boss, gain brownie points and have up to date news you can set up google alerts for topics of interest (company updates, products & services, clients etc.).

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Gatekeeping: what does it actually mean?

Practically Perfect PA

In an attempt to answer this question I first did a quick Google search and was astonished to find a number of websites detailing the skills required for sales people and cold callers to ‘get past the gatekeeper’. I am the only person the supplier will speak to in the sector and my authority stands. Tanya Battel. Louise Jones.

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Turbocharge Your Sales

The Small Business Blog

Turbocharge Your Sales by Stefan Töpfer on Feb 03, 2010 With better economic conditions coming soon, there couldn’t be a better time to brush up on your sales skills. The recent downturn has made companies think twice about who they are dealing with and has made them potentially more likely to switch suppliers. Perhaps to your firm?

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5 tips for Sourcing Employee Training for Small Businesses

The Small Business Blog

6 Comments » | Trackback | Share This 6 Responses to “ 5 tips for Sourcing Employee Training for Small Businesses &# Dean Soto Said on November 10th, 2009 at 10:32 am I depends on the type of training, but there are two free ways to get free training in presentation skills and sometimes tachnology skills.

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New Small Business Startup Idea: Virtual Import/Export Assistant.

The Small Business Blog

You use your language and local knowledge skills and open up a new market for this small business. Virtual Import Assistant: You could source – using your language and local knowledge skills – products in other countries for retailers in your country of residence. Get your suppliers to advertise in it!

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