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Inside the Edinburgh PA Network

Practically Perfect PA

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. Meeting other assistants who work near by, who share the same suppliers, hotels, restaurants etc. It is brilliant!

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A sneaky peek at the Future Assistant programme

Practically Perfect PA

These are just a few of our sessions, over the two days we will also have skills workshops, panel sessions, breakout groups and loads of chances for you to network with each other. Diana is an absolute expert in PA networking, working within a startup culture and the role of a modern day assistant. The Future Assistant Speakers.

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10 reasons to attend Assist 2017

Practically Perfect PA

There are also lots of opportunities over the course of the conference to meet and network with every other assistant in the room. There will be a number of specific soft skills sessions for assistants, including an interactive keynote, from award winning coach and author Jenny Garrett, on confidence in the workplace.

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Ten critical foundations for successful collaborative networks

BioTeams

A Virtual Enterprise Network (VEN) is a voluntary and dynamic community of SMEs that commit to working together for a period of at least six months (ideally, twelve months) to collectively seek opportunities to participate in collaborative projects of mutual business advantage. Network Ground Rules. Network Development and Governance.

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Invest in yourself

Practically Perfect PA

If this ratio is correct then really it should be in our company’s best interests to keep us up to date on all the new time saving techniques and the soft skills required to maintain the confidence required when dealing with those that want our boss’s time. Research the suppliers that would assist you achieve these objectives.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

No matter how heavy your workload is… Everyone can and should be a Networker.” Have the confidence to take the lead, be proactive and have a conversation with your boss. Illustrate the benefits of networking with peers and the exchange of best practice. Membership to Networking Clubs & Associations.

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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! You can meet with potential suppliers but also attend free training sessions. Networking Groups. Blogs (like this one!). LinkedIn Groups and articles.

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