Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The relative importance of hard skills vs. soft skills can vary between industries and positions. Technical expertise provides direct, objective evidence of an individual’s ability to excel in tasks required for excellence in specific industry roles. Attend workshops and seminars. Expand your professional network.

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Allwork

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Reports indicate that businesses committed to lifelong learning have a 30% higher chance of becoming industry leaders. Embracing lifelong learning can future-proof individual careers and support companies to manage emerging technologies that are transforming industries and reshaping the nature of work.

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On The Job

MARCH 1, 2021

In fact, it's more important than ever that you be proactive in making sure that you're growing your network, keeping your skills up-to-date and understand the trends in your industry and how they will affect you. Attend industry events. Many professional organizations are doing a great job of moving their events online.

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Allwork

MAY 25, 2023

It’s something the industry can be incredibly proud of, and I predict it will become ever more important as we move through the next 12 months. This can include hosting events, workshops, groups or seminars. Environmental One area where flexible workspaces are making a really positive impact on the community is environmental.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 21, 2015

"I'm looking for a new position in the industry, and thought you might know someone who could use my computer security skills." I have some people who I think would be interested in your leadership seminars. Can you give me some contact numbers and seminar information to send them?" Offer something in return. "I

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Allwork

AUGUST 7, 2023

This can be achieved through formal education, certifications, attending workshops, seminars, and staying updated with industry trends and best practices. Network and engage in professional associations: Attend industry conferences, join relevant professional associations, and participate in networking events.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

Touch base with your network. There also are usually a lot of fall workshops and seminars in various industries -- make a commitment to attend at least one so you can expand your network or connect with those in your industry. Ask for recommendations from your network. You should: 1.

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

As the coworking industry continues to expand, so do efforts on the part of coworking spaces to differentiate themselves and target niche market segments with specialized services. There are spaces centered on specific industries such Biolabs, which offers co-working to biotechnology firms, or Boston's Workbar, which has a regional focus.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 19, 2017

This is worth doing regardless of your role or industry, but particularly valuable in a role as variable as that of a PA. Look out for and take advantage of networking events and skills development wherever possible. Solution: If there isn’t a PA network in your organisation, create one! Participate in forums and events.

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On The Job

JULY 22, 2019

This could be a sign that the employee is interviewing somewhere or networking to find another job. Very interested in conferences or seminars. An employee who is suddenly gung-ho on such activities may be looking for a way to pass out his or her resume and make industry connections. Dresses better. Late on work assignments.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 12, 2008

Want to know a key player many people forget to network with these days? You may wonder why you need to network with the boss when a) you see him every day; and b) you see him every day, dammit. But networking involves much more than just trying to get new business or find a new job. Yep, the head honcho. The big kahuna.

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Page Personnel

APRIL 8, 2021

Remember that you need to be up-to-date with industry best practice and technology, even if this knowledge isn’t in use within your current position. Online seminars and industry publications are also a great way to keep up with your industry, making it easier to transfer into a new career in the future.

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Small Business CEO

JUNE 7, 2011

Social networking has taken the business world by storm. From Facebook sharing to tweeting to actually attending seminars and meet-ups, the goal has always been to be more visible. Social networking is more than just having a consistent online presence. Social networking is all about building relationships and sustaining them.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 25, 2011

The cards had been collected over a year or so of miscellaneous networking events and trade shows.  Collecting business cards or other forms of contact information is only the first step in networking.  The most effective networkers have a system to manage/organize business cards and their contacts. 

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 23, 2013

There were many free training sessions for assistants to attend and the exhibitors were all relevant suppliers to the industry which again is not always the case with these types of events! It was brilliant to have a little networking objective for the show because like everyone else I don’t find networking all that easy!

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

The internal scolding of "Why didn't I network more?" "Why No one is safe from a layoff or immune from an industry suddenly hitting the skids. Once a week reach out to someone in your network, either through LinkedIn, a phone call or email. Take a free online course, sign up for a community college class or attend a seminar.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 10, 2013

Additionally, read articles and publications relevant to your industry, to keep your knowledge fresh, and take advantage of free or low-cost training or seminars in your area. Third, get involved in professional organizations or online groups to network and learn.

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Office Organization Success

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Schedule a series of social media updates that go out to your networks inviting them to register for your teleclass. Make up some postcards with details of your teleclass and hand them out at networking or industry events that you go to. Network like crazy. Go to as many networking events as you can.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 4, 2014

There are plenty of training opportunities for assistants but so many of us don’t attend external training events – in fact according to the recent Practically Perfect PA Industry snapshot 52% of respondents had not attending a training event in the last two years! Can you imagine another professional saying that?

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Allwork

JULY 20, 2023

By staying attuned to market trends, further refining your strategies, and leveraging data-driven insights, you can position your coworking space for long-term success in a thriving and evolving industry. Consider factors such as age, profession, industry, interests, and work preferences.

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Loosely Speaking

DECEMBER 22, 2009

As a part of the mission to connect VAs throughout the southwestern United States through peer-to-peer networking and educational opportunities, an ongoing series of classes taught by dynamic presenters in the industry is yours for the taking in 2010. This conference call seminar is open to all VAs for just $25.00!

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 2, 2016

For those of us in the training/adult learning industry, there is a difference. Conferences are great if you want to network with a lot of different people, and hear many different speakers. Live Training Event (such as a workshop, seminar, or certification course). Even within conferences there are differences.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

Practically Perfect PA has lots and lots planned for 2014 which I will share with you over the next few weeks but in the mean time let’s have a look at what our industry can expect this year. PA Networking. Niche networking is a big trend for 2014 so it would seem assistants are ahead of the curve on this one!

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 11, 2012

For just a little more, you can attend classes, workshops, webinars, seminars, etc. Aside from incredible networking, most professional associations also give you access to valuable learning opportunities—whether through featured speakers at meetings, annual training conferences, or newsletters highlighting trends in your field.

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Allwork

JULY 14, 2022

of the day, we all go to conferences and networking events, not because of business reasons primarily. So decentralized autonomous organizations run on blockchain with microprocessors and increasingly independent gig workers who are almost like all entrepreneurs, you know, in their own right, contributing to two network projects.

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Loosely Speaking

SEPTEMBER 1, 2009

Format The format allowed for both education and unlimited opportunities for networking. Including top talent from within our industry that way also exposed some participants to a new way to work virtually using online meeting rooms. In fact, it appears that the genesis of many new projects and collaborations has already begun.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 19, 2008

. -- Encourage networking opportunities. Encourage and, if feasible, pay for your administrative personnel to attend professional development seminars and conferences. Support your staff in pursuing industry certifications and relevant coursework."

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

I held a training seminar and Committee meeting on the day that the second planned terrorist attack occurred in London in 2007. Fortunately the police managed to stop the would be terrorists but it did lead to chaos on the transport network. I always use the following example. “ Many of the delegates were worried about getting home.

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Eat Your Career

AUGUST 15, 2012

I participate in classes, seminars and workshops outside of working hours in order to expand my knowledge base. I participate in professional groups online and in person in order to network and meet others with similar career goals. I express my desire to develop my professional skills to my superiors.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 24, 2008

How many of us have kicked ourselves for not being better networkers so that when the layoffs came, we didn't have many places to turn for help? Have someone you respect in your industry review your current resume. Get a second opinion. Help someone. It's a way of saving a little bit all the time in your career "bank."

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

”) and the on-site training seminars. Certification allows an admin to say, “Yes, I can do this and I can do it well according to an industry standard.” Additionally, admins are able to network with others from around the globe, which creates a support system for future needs and requests.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

Jones already has convinced local governments of the viability of green collar jobs, getting public funds in California for training low-income youth in industries such as renewable energy, organic food and green construction. Tom Daschle, Arianna Huffington and (drum roll, please) Al Gore. We swung twice and missed.

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The Shrink for Entrepreneurs

MAY 31, 2018

The kind of person who only does so after attending a seminar teaching some scammy strategy to make millions online (or in real estate, or whatever) with “zero money down”. . Conversely, the people who start companies with short runways and enormous expectations driven by hard financial necessities in their lives… seldom get lucky. .

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 10, 2008

There is an entire industry dedicated to the issue; a sub-niche of personal development, capable of surviving and even thriving on its own. Who needs to be productive when the amount of stuff you have to deal with is cut in half? It’s understandable this has come about.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2008

We have been the industry filing experts since 1985, and have found that the key to successful filing is to find the products /solutions that fit your needs. Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

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Success

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Refresh your network. Pull up those numbers and refresh your network! Now is the perfect time to check in and keep your network working for you. Susan RoAne , networking expert, speaker and author of the bestselling How to Work a Room. — Amy Anderson , author, writing coach and former SUCCESS senior editor.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 14, 2010

Home About Contact Me Links Sitemap Building Your Network Posted by Ian McKenzie Written on July 14, 2010 If youre new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. The books you read, the tapes you listen to, and the seminars you attend are almost invariably the result of a suggestion from someone you respect. Thanks for visiting!

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