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Procuring a great supplier

Practically Perfect PA

You might not think so but assistants deal with suppliers on a a regular basis. From hotels to stationery manufacturers, car hire companies and venues for events we are constantly procuring suppliers. It is essential that we know how to procure great suppliers and build effective relationship which benefit our organisation.

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How to negotiate when planning an event

Practically Perfect PA

Well to be honest there is a slight chink in my event armour; I’m not the best at negotiating. So how did I overcome this weakness when I first started to organise events? Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. She was fabulous!

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How to negotiate when planning an event?

Practically Perfect PA

Well to be honest there is a slight chink in my event armour; I’m not the best at negotiating. So how did I overcome this weakness when I first started to organise events? Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. She was fabulous!

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How To Make This Recession Work For Your Small Home Business.

The Small Business Blog

Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. How To Make This Recession Work For Your Small Home Business. Get better payment terms by negotiation. E-Mail me or follow me.

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Planning the Perfect Holiday Party: Guest Blog

Laughing all the Way to Work

Here are a few tips on how to plan the perfect holiday party to ensure everything runs smoothly, the budget is met, and everyone has a great time. If you're throwing your office party at a restaurant, bar, or other facility that provides alcohol, you can normally work out a set open-bar price.

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Cost Cutting for Small Business – Payment Terms | THE SMALL.

The Small Business Blog

Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful and eco-friendly. How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Firstly there is the extended payment term, of 60, 90 and 180 days – see if your supplier will allow any of those terms.

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Cost Cutting for Small Business – Payment Terms | THE SMALL.

The Small Business Blog

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Firstly there is the extended payment term, of 60, 90 and 180 days – see if your supplier will allow any of those terms.

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