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5 reasons every assistant should attend external training

Practically Perfect PA

We also need a plethora of soft skills from people management to communication, assertiveness and everything in between. Julie Perrine over at All things Admin has written a brilliant article on presenting a business case for training which is definitely worth a read. The list is endless. My fifth and final point is really important.

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Some training suggestions for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

We have to be experts at IT, we have to have great people skills and we have to be assertive and confident to be able to handle all of the daily tasks asked of us! Networking Groups. There are PA networking groups springing up all over the place these days, which is absolutely brilliant! Personal Development.

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Minimising Interruptions

Practically Perfect PA

I was more organised and did manage to get a lot done, so I will definitely keep the routine in mind for the future. Can they get the information themselves or is that you struggle to be assertive with lazy colleagues – can you say ‘no’ more often? Try and be proactive to stop the same interruptions occurring.

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If You Want Something Done, Thank Others for What They Do

The Office Professionals Place

If it is a situation that requires urgent attention, be assertive and ask for help and apologize for any inconvenience. Oh definitely. Join Me on My Social Media Networks " target="_blank" class="fb_share_link" onclick="return fbs_click()">Share on Facebook Simple template by Josh Peterson. Thanks for commenting.

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Expose on the Aqua B Risk Assessment in the UK

Catch Friday

he appeared to be very knowledgeable and assertive about it all - and on looking there was a plastic bag for of water in the bathroom sink - the tap on the bath was full on with hot water coming out of it). Opportunities are available to join our national network of associate partners and specialists in the field.

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What ever happened to the "us" in Service?

Laughing all the Way to Work

We need to be assertive and show our bosses how much better they can function if the administrative jobs are taken care of by us. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Something to think about.