Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 20, 2016

Despite my passion for social media I haven’t always been adept at it and was a twitter virgin until The Assist Conference 2015. It is never too late to add a new string to your bow and social media seems to be the way forward for the future Assistant. Check out my PA Network list – you could be already on it!

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Success

MAY 22, 2023

No, really: Many of the top minds in personal and professional development can be found on multiple social media platforms, where they share their hard-earned wisdom and experiences with their millions of followers. His social feeds are correspondingly positive and upbeat. And it can start on Instagram. How’d he get here?

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Be fun but be professional when using Social Media. But it is still worth reiterating every year that social media should be used responsibly, especially as more and more people are using the various platforms. This is an oldie but a goldie and it is still going to be the top tip for all social media users in 2015.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Do you think assistants should use social media for professional purposes? If you answered positively then yes you would be correct I think using social media for your professional development and networking is an absolute must! Here are ten do ‘s and ten don’ts for using social media professionally….

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

If you’ve been managing your social media profiles for some time, it’s likely you’ve witnessed how they’ve evolved over the last couple of years. Some of the best examples of these transformations are Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. As a business owner, you can only ignore the power of social media at your own risk.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 12, 2014

Why using social media as a means of recruitment can backfire. billion people use their mobile device in order to access social media sites, and with Facebook home to over 1.15 billion people use their mobile device in order to access social media sites, and with Facebook home to over 1.15

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

I was on the phone the other day with one of my private clients and we were talking about her social media strategy.    Twitter , Facebook , LinkedIn , Quora and the list goes on and on!  Content creation for your various social media platforms does not have to be hard. It doesn't.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

As someone born and bred in Essex I am so pleased that we have a network connecting PAs in the area. Aside from the network, what have been your career highlights to date? Seek out a mentor and join a professional organisation and relevant networks. About the network…. What made you decide to set up the network?

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing about social media and how best assistants can use it for their professional lives. If so ask if you could write something for it or alternatively if your manager contributes then draft a blog on their behalf. Corporate Social Media. Tweet Tweet.

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On The Job

AUGUST 16, 2021

It's long been said that hiring managers don't spend more than seconds looking at a resume, and if they don't see details that match their needs, they move on. Most companies post about their culture through their websites or their online social media feeds. Tap your network. Here are some things to consider: 1.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2016

Over the last few years there are plenty more online communities and in more recent times we have taken networking to a whole new level with local networks, organised by assistants, springing up all over the place. First up we have the Edinburgh PA Network. The PAs behind the Network. It is brilliant!

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 3, 2013

The advent of Facebook , LinkedIn , Twitter and smartphones means people are connected in a multitude of ways leading some critics to believe it is affecting workers’ concentration span and ability to analyse in detail, with some firms even banning the use of social media. Ban social media as a distraction?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 30, 2010

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Social media sites like Twitter and Facebook are growing in popularity for not only those that want to get in touch with family and lost friends, but also for business professionals.   Both Twitter and Facebook give you the option to "list" your connections. 

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 16, 2010

While thousands of marketers battle for the best PPC advertising spots, conversion rates, and lowest bid prices, smart marketers are building communities, fostering organic support, and launching their products to ultra-cheap promotion through social media. However, not every social media product launch is a success.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

I have been talking with people about social media a lot lately.    There is a lot of confusion and frustration about what to do and what not to do when it comes to social media. Recently, I participated in Michele Price's #SpeakChat on Twitter.  Have a Social Media Plan.

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Success

MARCH 4, 2024

In this post, we’ll dive into books that speak to the three following categories: Books on personal habits, attitudes and approaches Mental health and work books Books for entrepreneurs Books for managers and founders Read on to discover 45 of the best professional development books. Fortunately, it’s something anyone can learn.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Work With Stephanie « Want Help Making Lists on Twitter? Check out this great tool | Main | Getting Organized Helped Me Find Health and Lose 65+ Pounds » Can You Define Social Media Clutter? Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O!   Hmmm. 

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 18, 2010

In addition, take note of how frequently they ‘@’ and direct message their customers, how frequently they communicate with influential twitterers (5000+ followers) and whether they use their account for customer service or some kind of direct sales service. AirAsia is on Twitter and it uses the service effectively.

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Small Business Labs

MAY 20, 2010

Small Business Labs Tracking and Forecasting the Trends Impacting the Future of Small Business Welcome to Small Business Labs Small Business Labs, from Emergent Research , covers the key social, technology and business trends impacting small business.   Only 22% of small businesses who use social media believe it has been profitable. 

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Earlier this week I wrote a piece on Social Media Do’s and Don’ts for assistants so I thought I would carry on with that theme and try to convince you all to join Twitter! Twitter really is a great place for learning as well as being social. The club offers great networking opportunities. ThePAClub: PA?

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 22, 2010

Build your own network! WinWeb – Your Office Online Simply the best way to manage your small business! Other Great Business Blogs Social Media for Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Martin Everard Benefits Of Building A Home Business Is There More Financial Hardship To Come? How to be successful and eco-friendly.

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 16, 2010

While thousands of marketers battle for the best PPC advertising spots, conversion rates, and lowest bid prices, smart marketers are building communities, fostering organic support, and launching their products to ultra-cheap promotion through social media. However, not every social media product launch is a success.

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Success

JULY 27, 2022

Virtual tools and resources can help you hire, manage projects, collaborate with far-flung team members and even make it look like you really do have an office. She recommends Elance.com [now Upwork] as a virtual human resources department for hiring and managing people. For that matter, who needs to travel to a meeting?

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 20, 2016

You can g et in touch with her on Twitter @rachel5bartee. . Let me start with a confession: I really like to use social media. I don’t like to use news websites or watch the news on TV, so social media is my main source of information. My Strategy For How I’m Scaling Back Social Media.

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On The Job

JULY 22, 2010

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Thursday, July 22, 2010 Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea? They Twitter. Facebook announced this week is has 500 million users. They comment on blogs. Thats just reality.

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Andrea Kalli

MAY 28, 2010

With such a wide divide in opinion, it is important that you base your social media spending (of time, of course) on campaigns that actually work. But how can you test your social media campaign for effectiveness? Social media is not a great platform for the traditional “buy now!&#

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Andrea Kalli

MAY 28, 2010

With such a wide divide in opinion, it is important that you base your social media spending (of time, of course) on campaigns that actually work. But how can you test your social media campaign for effectiveness? Social media is not a great platform for the traditional “buy now!&#

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 29, 2017

If you are active on other social media platforms such as Twitter and don’t have a website you can add your LinkedIn profile. Write LinkedIn Pulse posts and share these on your social media platforms. Be social and engage. It’s not called social media for nothing. Contribute in LinkedIn Groups.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 25, 2010

Build your own network! WinWeb – Your Office Online Simply the best way to manage your small business! Other Great Business Blogs Social Media for Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Martin Everard Benefits Of Building A Home Business Is There More Financial Hardship To Come? What is Small Business Infrastructure?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

You have got to be on social media sites!!! Maybe you have created the Facebook page and the Twitter profile.  Maybe you have decided that it is time to "hang it up" or "throw in the towel" because you've decided that social media is a waste of time. I have to tell you. 

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Workplace Insight

MAY 11, 2022

You work alongside designers and architects and look longingly at their apparent casual trendiness and clean lines, marvelling at the quality of the beech from sustainably managed European forestries (kiln dried to 10-12 per cent moisture content) with which they have specified the side tables in reception. Image by Shutterbug75.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Aside from the network, what have been your career highlights to date? I would also recommend joining a local PA network. This will mean that you get to meet other PA’s from all sectors and you will be able to network and develop. About the network…. What made you decide to set up the network?

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