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Conference for Administrative Assistants – How to Get Your Executive’s Approval

Office Dynamics

Most of the time assistants tell me they can’t attend our conference for administrative assistants or training because of budget cuts or not getting financial support. Sometimes it really is a budget issue. But often, it’s just lack of knowing how to sell the conference to the executive. Negotiate if necessary.

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How to negotiate when planning an event

Practically Perfect PA

Well to be honest there is a slight chink in my event armour; I’m not the best at negotiating. So how did I overcome this weakness when I first started to organise events? Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. I sound marvellous don’t I!?

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How to negotiate when planning an event?

Practically Perfect PA

Well to be honest there is a slight chink in my event armour; I’m not the best at negotiating. So how did I overcome this weakness when I first started to organise events? Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. I sound marvellous don’t I!?

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SURROUND yourself with a team of experts to make you and your organization SHINE!

Office Dynamics

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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The site visit and other venue considerations

Practically Perfect PA

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. This week I’ll be looking at the venue itself, specifically how to conduct an on-site visit and what questions you should be considering when choosing a venue. How does the venue flow.

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The site visit and other venue considerations

Practically Perfect PA

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. This week I’ll be looking at the venue itself, specifically how to conduct an on-site visit and what questions you should be considering when choosing a venue. How does the venue flow.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

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.