Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2016

He can then pick the person he’d like to invest in by project and country. For the employee who comes in every Monday morning talking about the new restaurant she tried or her latest culinary concoction, try a fabulous Charted Cheese Wheel print from Pop Chart Lab or a gift card to her favorite local restaurant. For the Foodie.

Gifts 100

Gifts Holidays Restaurants Travel 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 30, 2018

I tried my best to not be tethered to my phone, emails, texting and more. As you view everything that has come across your desk whether they are phone calls, new assignments from your executive or your own project work: Assess all of it. Even though you are on vacation, you may meet people on the airplane or at a restaurant.

Clothes 124

Clothes Attire Travel AT&T 124

Success

MARCH 9, 2022

This holds true for a piece of manufacturing equipment, life insurance, clothing or dessert at a restaurant, he says. In stepping up your own game, get specific about how you open each phone call, your choice of words and even how you title your emails , Cathcart says. Then, they defend those decisions with logic. They rationalize.”

Goals 242

Goals Training Skills Clothes 242

C-Suite Assistants

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

This is only a partial list and will depend upon the individual and their requirements. How is this Blended Role Different from a Personal Assistant and an Executive Assistant? An executive assistant works in the office, and they are singularly focused on the business end.

Payroll 74

Payroll Lifestyle Gifts Calendars 74

All Things Admin

DECEMBER 1, 2020

A lot of planning has gone into this trip – from the airline you chose to fly to the hotel you selected to the restaurants you’ll eat at. in person, online, by phone) • Did you read any career building or skills boosting books? • Did you volunteer for any special projects? • You worked with a budget.

Goals 98

Goals Mentoring Administrative Professionals 2021 98

Recruit CRM

JANUARY 13, 2022

If you work in a restaurant chain, discuss trending topics like ghost kitchens. It allows you to humanise your employer brand by providing information on your current projects, future goals, and achievements. This will give you an edge over your competition, as more people are using their phones to search these days.

Social Media 68

Social Media Agencies Monster Promotion 68

Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 3, 2014

I finalised show flow and liaised with the restaurant and AV company in Cannes on the final details. I then spent a frustrating 30mins on the phone trying to get Ben’s Sky satellite dish fixed – still no joy! There’s also the chance to get really involved in projects too, due to the different companies that Ben works with.

Twitter 100

Twitter Restaurants Email Training 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

I always synch all of my files from my main Mac computer in my home office to Dropbox so that I am sure to have all of them handy while on the road by using the app on my phone and tablet. I use Asana for task and project management, and the app is on my iPhone and iPad, so I can see all of my tasks at a glance and add to them if needed.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones 2003 Lifestyle Dropbox 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

JUNE 17, 2011

And, at the same time, people were increasingly starting to rely on their mobile devices for much more than making phone calls. Save a restaurant and we'll add contact information, menu pages, reviews, a link to make reservations and we'll even notify you if there's a Groupon or Living Social deal for that restaurant.

Interviewing 100

Interviewing Microsoft Outlook Restaurants Calendars 100

On The Job

JULY 26, 2011

You claim you hate gossips, but have sent emails passing along the latest scuttlebutt concerning a colleague's dating habits after you overheard her on the phone. You keep your colleagues waiting at a restaurant for a lunch get-together. Your lack of conviction throws off schedules, delays projects and adds to the stress of co-workers.

Gossip 100

Gossip Restaurants Phones Home Office 100

Loosely Speaking

JULY 26, 2010

Tara and I learned a LOT from this interview about considerations we should all realize when we are using the space, electricity, and wifi at cafes, coffeehouses, and restaurants for business purposes. Tips on deciding whether or not to hire a coach (more on this in August) and why you need to use a contract for every project.

2010 100

2010 Interviewing 2006 Restaurants 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 5, 2015

I also try to have a quick catch-up with the MD either by phone or face-to-face. On days where I’ve been too knackered after work to cook, for lunch the next day, I’d pop to one of many great restaurants near the office. There are some fab vietnamese restaurants – I’m partial to a kimchi banh mi.

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Expenses 2014 2015 100

Practically Perfect PA

MAY 9, 2016

This really depends on what is going on during the day or if we have any projects looming. I’m really lucky that I have good working hours and I tend to leave between 5:30pm – 6pm, however I am always contactable after hours so I find I am checking my phone till at least 8:30pm. What does an average look like?

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Email International Phones 100

Workplace Insight

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Far fewer employees have laptops (39 percent), mobile phones (40 percent) or tablet computers (13 percent) available to them at work. The vast majority of workers report that they are equipped with landline telephones (86 percent) and desktop computers (80 percent).

Collaborate 98

Collaborate Environment Stress Promotion 98

Small Business CEO

JUNE 10, 2013

Consider heading to a restaurant known to be frequented by people in your industry, or attend a conference on the fringes of your field. Follow up (phone call OR email) the day after your meeting and suggest another follow up. Meeting for coffee, a phone chat…whatever makes the most sense. Just get a commitment!

Networking 40

Networking Restaurants Phones AT&T 40

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

I conducted a short project, where I surveyed all of the consultants to find out what they needed from their accommodation. Some places do not have a reception or night porter and in these cases if there is a problem you are normally asked to phone a central number located away from the apartment.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Suppliers Expenses Restaurants 100

Recruit CRM

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Also is situated near restaurants where you can enjoy your favourite food. They would really appreciate it… [Your Name] Template 7: Subject line: Just got off the phone with [Connection] Hey [First Name], We are hiring for [Job Role] over at [Company]. We do fun activities, face challenges, and complete exciting projects.

Email 52

Email Agencies 2024 Phones 52

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

Most executives have a smart phone and tablet these days so assistants should already be aware of how they work, suitable apps and how to maximise their efficiency. Understanding technology can lead to assistants taking on projects outside of our mainstream role so I think embracing new technology should be a key focus for us this year.

2014 100

2014 Social Media 2013 Retirement 100

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2016

Meeting other assistants who work near by, who share the same suppliers, hotels, restaurants etc. Amy : I am currently an Executive Assistant at Skyscanner to the CTO, Director Engineering, Director of Project Management and the Director of HR. Sherien : I am sure I am with the millions when I say I can’t live without my phone.

Networking 100

Networking Social Media Confidence 2015 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 7, 2012

I was hoping that you might have insight/advice on how to create project work/better assist a C-Level exec that has never had an admin before. Since we are both somewhat green, I was hoping that you might have some suggestions to spark project work (both business and personal related projects would be helpful).

Holidays 40

Holidays Calendars Credit Card Restaurants 40

Service Untitled

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

Customer service representative Donna Petrosini was speaking with Karen Ford, a customer since 2008, when Ford began to slur her words and dropped the phone. “I was on the phone with one of our long-time customers, and suddenly she was unable to respond to my questions. Good service valued over good food?

Customer Service 40

Customer Service Medical Phones Restaurants 40

Who's the Real Boss?

MAY 22, 2018

You’ll often find me sitting at my desk working on one thing, whilst on my phone Googling another. Whilst trying to churn out some minutes I was posed with the question by a colleague of what the dress code was of the restaurant we would be attending that evening. Like any EA/PA, I’m not averse to multi-tasking. An EA using an EA!”

Google 52

Google Restaurants 2016 Administrative Professionals 52

Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 14, 2010

A - True B - False 4 -- You got side tracked in a project and have forgotten lunch with a colleague/business associate.  5 -- During a meeting it’s OK to leave your cell phone on if you’re expecting a call.   Make sure the restaurant is within your budget!   You feel terrible and know he’s furious. 

Etiquette 100

Etiquette Phones Networking AT&T 100

Virtual Moxie

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Categories 30-Day Projects Business Communication Expectations Fees Legalese Moxie Relationships Self-Care Standards Web/Tech Moxie Archives Feb, 05 to Today Search Translate Moxie Also Mine « Crazy, Foolish, Ridiculous | Main | Will you be there for it? Just the idea of dialing the phone made me break into a cold sweat.

AT&T 100

AT&T Phones Restaurants 2010 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 9 July, 2010 Taking stock Whenever I finish a project I always ask myself, or get together with those who assisted me, and ask the question, "What went well and what could have gone better?" Did I phone to get my electricity turned on? Lets enjoy our day together.© 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Holidays International 100

Recruit CRM

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Also is situated near restaurants where you can enjoy your favourite food. To speed up the process, please provide me with a phone number or schedule a call here [insert Calendly link] whenever you're free this week. We do fun activities, face challenges, and complete exciting projects. Do you have time tomorrow evening?

Email 60

Email Agencies Social Media Phones 60

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2009

I have a network of assistants that I call friends, although some are just phone colleagues, but we help each other. I feel a great sense of accomplishment when I’ve been able to plan and complete a project successfully. I will have all kinds of energy to work on a project if I know it is ending at one point. (for

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Interviewing Holidays 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Make sure that tasks directly associated with clients come first, consider the financial impact of a project and its completion date on the company, don’t let deadlines control the priority list (expense reports can wait when there are more important tasks), and consider cause and effect (do A to enable B, which accomplishes C).

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

If it is a big project I use a calendar and write down all my required to-dos on the dates I need to get them done to make my deadline. There are different styles of to-do lists and you can use the one that suits your work style and the type of project you are doing, but the main thing is to have one. (for 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 15, 2023

ezCater’s simple-to-use platform provides a network of over 100,000 restaurants nationwide, business-grade reliability, food spend management tools, and 24/7 support from their highly trained customer service team. Let me tell you about ezCater with over 100,000 restaurants to choose from nationwide and 24/7 customer support.

AT&T 81

AT&T Mentoring Gossip Confidence 81

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

But there are some people who don’t need a full-time assistant; they need such services only when they’re on a certain project or burdened with too many short-term responsibilities. And make sure you ask your employer to provide honest feedback about your work, both throughout the project and once you’re done.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Resume International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 20, 2009

Other than the reality check of the above three items, it was a great way to see how I project myself and how other people see me. I find we are often very critical of ourselves and it often impacts how we behave or project ourselves. Reactions: 5comments: Anonymoussaid. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones 2009 IAAP Administrative Professionals 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 11, 2009

The admin profession lends itself to taking on new and sometimes challenging projects. I can tell you my friends and colleagues got a lot of phone calls in those early days and it was a wonderful resource and help to me. If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

IAAP 100

IAAP Time Zones Administrative Professionals International 100

Men With Pens

JUNE 2, 2011

Taking the smart phone with you everywhere. You tell yourself you can use time in the post office line to return emails, but you’ll probably just be hitting refresh and deleting ads for J.Crew when you could have been using that time to daydream about your next project. You do not need to be available 24/7. Pre-scheduled tweets.

Email 40

Email 2006 Restaurants 2011 40

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 14, 2008

One office I worked in together sponsored a child as a workplace charity project. We all participated by writing to our sponsored child and contributed money towards supporting her. There are many things we can do as employees to better our world, even while at work. (for 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

Are you willing to take on new projects and new challenges? My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone. The answer to all these questions is "we just dont know", but if your company is downsizing there is something you can do to show that you are someone they should keep around? Be noticed. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

I helped my husband occasionally with his Event Management Projects and when it came to graphics I always took his help, I still do. My Story is pretty much like the story above - "Just a Secretary". I always wanted to be a Teacher and a Secretary and had a go at both jobs in past years. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Holidays International 100