Success

OCTOBER 31, 2022

It’s become more difficult in the past year, however, to know what your expenses will be each month—and that makes it all the more challenging to stick to a budget. In the past year, two dynamics in the broader economy have made it especially difficult to stick with a budget and avoid racking up debt.

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Eat Your Career

JULY 29, 2019

Sure, budgets may be tight and rules may exist that limit what you can earn. Hiring companies always want to see that you’ve progressed in your previous employment, and a rising salary is one sign of progression. Plus, your current salary is generally seen as a “starting point” for salary negotiations with other employers.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2020

I have written 5 books for assistants, educated 300,000+ assistants, have worked with 70+ Fortune 500 companies, and coached 300+ executive/assistant teams. I am happy this article got published because it demonstrates the flaws in how people think about the administrative profession and how companies are overlooking these vital contributors.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

However, planning meetings also requires one to know and understand the hospitality industry and how it works, how to determine which venue and what destinations will work best for the types of meetings you’re asked to plan, the ins and outs of contracts and contract negotiations, budget prep and oh so much more.

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Page Personnel

AUGUST 26, 2022

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. They oversee many aspects of daily operations, including hiring new staff and ensuring all necessary duties are completed on time and within the office budget.

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Clutter Coach

MARCH 13, 2019

This small company is growing fast and they’ve increased their office space by a little more than half. When a company is small, especially if it’s just one person, procedures and methods happen organically and are easily learned by everyone. Google Play You can leave a review here! ?. Is it easy to access?

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 7, 2013

Don’t forget to set a budget. The budget needs to be finalised before you can organise anything. Do suggest a new year party if your company is on a tight budget. The really great venues get booked up quickly so do start to think about your venue as early as possible. This is very important!

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Page Personnel

MAY 26, 2021

Within the current economic environment, companies and professionals are beginning to see that the advantages of hiring contract workers far outweigh the downsides , and it’s becoming a popular career option for professionals of all levels of experience. RELATED: How to negotiate your next salary 4.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 8, 2014

It can be pretty soul destroying contacting loads of hotels and venues only to find out on the site visit that they don’t have availability for the day you need, that don’t have the space or they cost over your budget. Not a confident negotiator? Let them do it for you. Probably not.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 4, 2013

We are asked to arrange all sorts of events including anything from a team training day through to the company Christmas party and other large scale conferences, exhibitions and dinners. In a lot of cases you are the company’s event organiser specifically because the company does not have an events department.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 20, 2017

Here is a look at how to manage expectations and build a strong team, the importance of budgeting, and why you need to address legal compliance issues as a priority. There is also an overview of negotiating a fair price and bringing all the components of the project together. Harmony within the project team. …

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 26, 2013

Here are the links to my previous blogs: How to negotiate when planning an event. Joining instructions for company events. Sometimes it is worth looking outside of London (or any major city) for venues, even if some people have to travel it could save lots on the overall budget. Here is a great piece on event budgeting.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

Here are a few tips on how to plan the perfect holiday party to ensure everything runs smoothly, the budget is met, and everyone has a great time. Stick To Your Budget The budget is your starting point, and you shouldn't do anything else before you have a definitive number. If the band doesn't show up, the party will be boring.

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Page Personnel

OCTOBER 30, 2019

The benefits aren’t as good It differs from company to company, but basic employee benefits can cover everything from childcare leave to medical costs. To a full-timer, this means that a routine dentist check-up is not going to break the bank, since the company has you covered. Most times, this doesn’t apply to contract jobs.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

A few years ago I was working for a company that employed a large number of consultants, all of whom stayed in London during the week while the business footed the bill. Once the recession really hit home my Director’s budget was cut quite drastically and she asked all of us to think of ways to cut back on costs.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

What is your budget? Usually a venue takes about 40% of your overall budget, if not more. This limits your negotiating power to compare pricing and use your own vendors. They have helped hundreds of top companies organize inspiring offsites and corporate retreats. Are there in house vendors we are required to use?

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Eco-Office Gals

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

Of course, the school has also espoused an interest in responsible spending, considering that a portion of their budget comes from tax-paying citizens. The school has negotiated a 20-year deal that entitles them to an incredible 50 megawatts of energy produced by more than 100 wind turbines spread across two counties.

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Admin Awards

APRIL 24, 2020

They are the shrewd wizards behind the company curtain, the chiefs who keep the office running efficiently, the brilliant multitaskers and detail-oriented coordinators. They should also be thinking proactively about how these trends could potentially impact the company. Budget perceptiveness. Sponsored Post by: Robert Half.

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Small Business CEO

JUNE 6, 2013

It’s one thing to have a company that has been around for a number of years and is able to afford great big offices. Everything needs to be budgeted out so the company doesn’t lose too much money before it starts to pull in revenue.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 1, 2014

I think that job really taught me how much I was able to do – as one person called it, “knack by necessity” ” “I’ve been working as an assistant for 11 years in four different companies and I don’t see my role has changed or diversified. And In turn your 1-1 time and relationships with your execs suffer.”

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 5, 2010

Perhaps after some smart negotiating you can have it worked into the budget for future years. Go on behalf of your company and get to know others in the community. If training/travel aren’t an option it may be a goal to strive for as a reward for a job well done. Don’t be shy because you are an administrative professional.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 5, 2010

Perhaps after some smart negotiating you can have it worked into the budget for future years. Go on behalf of your company and get to know others in the community. If training/travel aren’t an option it may be a goal to strive for as a reward for a job well done. Don’t be shy because you are an administrative professional.

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 11, 2012

During a recent free coaching call , one individual asked the following question: “I’ve been employed at the same company for over 10 years. When you’re in the same role at the same company for a long time, you can easily get complacent. They expect their company to foot the bill for everything. What a great question!

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Service Untitled

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Surprisingly statistics indicate that only 30 percent of car buyers negotiate online. Negotiations – Car buyers complain about being bullied and intimidated. If in doubt while negotiating for a car, keep in mind the following: Walk away if your first impression of a sales person is not positive.

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 2, 2010

.&# Some bad bosses believe that what they say goes and there is no room for negotiation. Show them the benefits to changing or revising a procedure and explain how the company and your department will be more productive. Include how the company and your department will benefit by investing in you – their most valuable asset.

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Success

MAY 8, 2023

Additionally, women are more likely to take part-time work or positions that don’t provide access to a company 401(k) or other retirement plan. Negotiate for a higher salary. It may be uncomfortable, but negotiating a pay raise can significantly add to your retirement savings. Nearly 6 in 10 part-time workers are women.

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 26, 2010

Unfortunately, he didn’t have the budget for any of the strategies. Another potential client came to me with the same problem: a website that wasn’t producing the results the company needed. The second potential client wanted results too, but his company was willing to find ways to help create them.

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Energage

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

In April 2017, American Airlines announced it was proactively increasing the pay for pilots and flight attendants, two years ahead of contract negotiations. Several analysts downgraded the company, wiping 5.2% Many look to formal training, investing large budgets and hundreds of people-hours into instructor-led classes.

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Success

AUGUST 10, 2021

Why is company revenue down 20 percent? You look at your monthly budget and see that by signing only two new clients per month, you can not only cover your expenses, but also stash some cash. has worked with top companies worldwide since 1926 to solve their most intractable problems. 3 Types of Problems. Strategy 4: OOC/EMR.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 30, 2012

There’s nothing worse than hiring a new employee and having them come in thinking they have all the answers and are God’s gift to the company. Just like new CEOs do, your first 6 months or year are really about learning about the company, your department, office politics, and how things work. 5) Take good notes. Write everything down.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 15, 2013

Clarissa is the co-founder of Startup Safary, a Berlin-based company that creates new event formats and builds the technology to run them. For this “day of open doors” for the startup industry, we cooperated with over 100 companies in over 80 locations all over Berlin and around 700 participants from all over the world.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Planning an event for your company or business can be an insanely overwhelming. The purpose and audience dictate the rest of the planning parameters, including venue, budget, meals, and materials needed. Don’t be afraid to negotiate. The biggest negotiation mistake in event planning is focusing solely on price.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

By accessing an online mortgage pre-approval tool, you can better plan and budget for what you need and want from your new space. Regarding financial resources for women seeking a professional career and a degree to go along with it, a number of companies offer resources to save you money as you pursue your goals. Bonus Resource!

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Firstly I put a little infographic together on various seating arrangements and then I shared some top tips on how to negotiate with a venue. For example the objectives and the budget should be confirmed way before where and when is thought through. The price point for this can be negotiated. Trust me it is necessary!

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Firstly I put a little infographic together on various seating arrangements and then I shared some top tips on how to negotiate with a venue. For example the objectives and the budget should be confirmed way before where and when is thought through. The price point for this can be negotiated. Trust me it is necessary!

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 22, 2015

For the uninitiated, this may seem like a straightforward request until you start to ponder the type and style of venues you need to research, whether those venues will fit within the company’s budget, and… well, ‘what is our budget anyway?’ And that’s just for starters. Event Planning.

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