Practically Perfect PA

MAY 22, 2016

Now it may be that your Executive can’t stretch to the top floor, but every room in the hotel is great. You can’t say that very often about a Knightsbridge Hotel. I was a little stressed about the conference, we were running the next day, but even that didn’t impact the quality of the rest. Super fast.

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Restaurants Travel Stress AT&T 133

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

If you’re planning a team retreat, Offsite can save you time, money, and stress. 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.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

It will certainly reduce any travel stress you may experience. Ambiance: Hotels, restaurants, and spas spend thousands of dollars planning an ambiance that will please you. Again, we’ve all witnessed the cranky traveler – you don’t want to be that person.). First and foremost: No trip is perfect! Remain calm!

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Allwork

JULY 21, 2022

So, it wasn’t just what we were reporting out afterwards, wasn’t just our word. And halfway through last year, it just became clear that we couldn’t do all of this on our own. Not all businesses can close their doors on a single day, and it just doesn’t work necessarily.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 7, 2017

Around the corner from our office in Frankfurt we have a wonderful burger restaurant. Sometimes I enjoy an evening at the Zarges restaurant in Frankfurt – another place I can highly recommend. What are the main aspects of your role? What time do you get into the office and what time do you leave? What is the hardest part of your day?

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Productivityist

MARCH 13, 2023

After all, we cannot manage what we don’t measure. It could be something as simple as taking a walk during your lunch break, trying a new restaurant or spending time with a friend. Allowing for these activities in your schedule can help to reduce stress, promote well-being and enhance your overall quality of life.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 27, 2014

As I walked into my suite I felt the stress and tiredness slip away. I decided to go for a run around the nearby Hyde Park and on my way out they asked if I would like a map or needed any help – unfortunately they wouldn’t do the run for me. The Westbury is also home to a Michelin starred restaurant run by Alyn Williams.

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Restaurants 2014 Travel Stress 100

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 4, 2014

Ensuring our boss is able to get from A to B without any fuss or stress is a key task for assistants. The fuss and stress shouldn’t be felt or seen by the boss but we can certainly feel it! Decrease the stress of delays. As we all know keeping our managers on track is at times a logistical nightmare. Door to door.

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Success

JANUARY 4, 2023

The director of a small but busy public library in the Midwest, Marcia Fanning (not her real name) says she was meek and didn’t really stand up for herself for many years: “I let people walk all over me, and I ended up being really unhappy a lot of [the] time.”. The stress-reducing power of assertiveness.

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Small Business Labs

JULY 31, 2012

  And the response from brick and mortar restaurants is a classic example of how incumbent industry participants tend to respond - by using their political power to try and fend off the innovative new firms.  Brick and mortar restaurants have a powerful card to play - they pay a lot more local taxes than food trucks do.

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Restaurants Legal Social Media AT&T 100

Virtual Moxie

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Years ago, at lunch with a friend I hadn''t seen in quite some time, I ordered the Chicken Peppercorn Salad, but I wanted it with blue cheese dressing rather than the usual parmesan peppercorn. Why can''t they toss it in the kitchen? She toddled off, and returned to say that the restaurant manager was going to take care of it.

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Clothes Restaurants AT&T Medical 100

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 22, 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. SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Leader Assistant Podcast so you don’t miss new episodes! EA/AA team.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 9, 2016

If it is important clients you may want to book the restaurant of the moment or a venue with a world-class reputation (you’ll have to book these in advance!) This would go without saying for a larger event, but for private dining experiences you may think it isn’t worth the time to visit the venue. Who is paying the bill?

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Stress AT&T Email 100

Ideas.Ted

JULY 8, 2021

After more than 2,500 workers moved to a 35- or 36-hour workweek and declared themselves happier, healthier and less stressed, the country is now moving to make this an option for the majority of its workforce. My book about the move towards four-day workweek, Shorter , was published in the US in early March 2020.

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Carbon Footprint 2020 Salary 2019 145

Success

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The surprises began with dinner at the swankiest restaurant from their hometown in Brussels and progressed to skydiving, matching tattoos and a “bachelor’s” weekend in Ireland. Not wanting to burden or rely on others for rides, the teen walked an approximately 10-mile round trip commute to work, in the dark, for more than a year. Elisa Zied.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 15, 2016

I can’t overestimate how much time assistants spend on business travel and I genuinely think that our Executives do not have a clue that the process is so long and complex. Every PA will know the feeling when a Visa application doesn’t work out – it’s probably one of the most stressful elements of booking travel. Hotels Secrets.

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Eco-Office Gals

AUGUST 2, 2011

Don’t just visit any spa, though; visit an eco spa to show your support for the environment. Receive room service with foods from Sarinbuana’s organic gardens, or dine in an open-air restaurant. Eco Chic covers all aspects of hair care, as well as many other stress-relieving services. Uhma Spa, Miami, Florida.

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Environment Restaurants Stress AT&T 100

Ian's Messy Desk

NOVEMBER 24, 2011

If planning the annual Christmas party provides more stress than fun, you’re going to need to make some changes. Nothing’s more annoying than thinking “I’m sure I have that” only to find out that you don’t when it’s time to add it to the recipe. Don’t let any guests drink and drive.

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Success

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

She served as the director of University of California San Francisco’s first-ever strategic planning process, a program executive for a $60 million higher education analytics engagement, the go-to-market leader for IBM’s Watson Education and a top business development executive for intellectual property licensing at IBM’s 12 global research labs.

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Job Advice Blog

JUNE 6, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection Want to Change Career? What Does It Take? Those are real-life examples of people who were successful at making those changes; I know them personally.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JULY 6, 2011

Anyone that travels frequently knows that a well organized set of travel documents makes the trip much less stressful.    You don't want to buy something only to have it fall apart on you the first time you travel!    I couldn't and that is a good thing.  Out-Of-The-Box Uses.

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The Office Professionals Place

OCTOBER 15, 2009

Gift Cards You can’t go wrong with a gift card to Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts. What if your boss doesn’t drink coffee, well they have to eat or buy clothing right? So a gift card to their favorite restaurant or clothing store would be appropriate. Stumped on what to get your boss? Here are a few ideas: 1. Contact Ms.

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Service Untitled

OCTOBER 13, 2010

and Canadian consumers about the value of good service over the quality of food they are given at restaurants. A 55% majority of Americans think restaurant service is getting worse, while 32% think service is improving. Part of the value of a service particularly in a restaurant is the customer relation experience.

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Customer Service Restaurants 2010 Etiquette 40

Service Untitled

AUGUST 19, 2011

Today in the Jonesboro, Arkansas Regional Chamber of Commerce presentation, franchised restaurant operator and owner of Chick-fil-A, Mike Fullington explained to his audience how customer service can have an impact on a person’s day and even his life. With over 1200 restaurants and $1.5 photo credit: Carl Black.

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On The Job

AUGUST 12, 2010

Webster says the increasing stress of the workplace has led many to spiral into addictions such as alcoholism. If you’re in a bar or restaurant, it feels socially acceptable to drink. I was young and naive, and it was only later than someone clued me in: It was mouthwash --mixed with a little (actually, a lot) of Wild Turkey.

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2010 Social Media Stress Restaurants 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

  You won't read that here.    Here is what some of them said: JaniceSimon Mostly at my desk but feel less stressed when eat lunch away from desk. Always been like this don't know why?   When I used to work in a corporate environment, I almost always ate at my desk.  Need the break!

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Medical Twitter Environment AT&T 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. If you don’t have e-mail folders, create some and sort messages as they are received. Check: How much time is spent on e-mail? Check: Do you plan for tomorrow?

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Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Before I left I went over my checklists a few times to make sure I had everything and it was stress free each day as I reviewed the lists and checked off the items to bring. The meetings were stress free and I was able to depend on my checklists and templates. I also had a reception and dinner to attend that night at 6.

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Time Zones IAAP Holidays International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

I sent another assistant a comical card about being stressed out at work. We work in a very busy office so it was a nice surprise for her to receive it and helped put the stress of the office in perspective. The cards are all made with recycled paper and you can even include a gift if you like and this company will send it off for you.

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Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

Minute taking definitely isnt easy, but it doesnt have to be stressful. My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.© © Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 February, 2010 Minute taking made easier. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Time Zones Agenda IAAP 2010 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Dealing in real time.

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 10 Things = Frustration When one team member doesn’t want to play. Managing your workload from home when you don’t have everything you need. My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets

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Time Zones IAAP 2009 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

An interview can be as stressful on those conducting it as on the person being interviewed if the conversation does not flow. .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 30 March, 2009 When working isnt fun: Ho hum, ho hum, its off to work I go. Do you ever get that ho hum feeling about your job and know it is time to consider moving on?

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Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

Humour is a powerful stress reliever if done in good taste, but timing is everything. I hope you don't mind, but I added a link to your blog on my page. Both of these positions were in the busiest offices I have ever worked in, but when the going gets tough, humour seems to abound! Did I not bring them home? Where were they?

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Time Zones IAAP Holidays 2009 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:37 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , kings and queens of the office , problems , professional assistant , royalty , stresses at work Reactions: Newer Post Older Post Home Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Lets enjoy our day together.© How can you survive in this kind of a working environment? 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Service Untitled

JUNE 15, 2010

If an employee perceives something in the company policy or required protocol when dealing with customers isn’t working, someone in management should deal with the problem before it becomes a major issue. Panera Bread 2010 “25 Customer Service Champs&# Panera Bread is a casual restaurant that owns and franchises.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? When a meeting is finalized, I put the scheduling sheet in a completed file. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. (New Minute taking made easier.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100