Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 27, 2015

People are undoubtedly the best asset of every firm and having a PA network will help confirm that PA’s are an important and integral part of the organisation. An internal network will help us to build stronger relationships and enable better teamwork, communication and easier delegation and reciprocation of help.

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Success

AUGUST 2, 2021

Make a decision today to stop wasting time—or just spending time—and, instead, invest some time in learning how you can be more productive in the areas of your life that really matter. Are you making forward progress, or are you just running in place? Plan your day. Reader Simon Ponce uses the 90-Day Success Planner. Leverage technology.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Check out this great tool » Favorite Planning/Calendar Tool - Readers Speak Out There are many ways to manage your time and activities.  What is your favorite planning/calendar tool and why? Of all the calendar tools I know, this one handles tasks the best.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

JUNE 25, 2015

Developing a solid plan for marketing and networking takes work, doesn’t it? Mark your calendar to follow up with a brief email no more than one week following your meeting. That’s a great way to learn about his business, and let him know that you are an expert at yours. by Donna Toothaker.

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Success

MAY 9, 2022

You won’t be surprised to learn that this particular love boat was rebooked for 2021. Whether it’s an anniversary vacation, a birthday trip, an annual convention or a trip home for the holidays that’s been continuously wiped off our calendars, we’ve all experienced having our decision-making power effectively paused.

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Success

MARCH 28, 2024

While learning how to find a mentor can be intimidating, it is a skill that can be essential to helping you get ahead at work and in life. Below, we look at what you need to consider when learning how to get a mentor and some tips for finding the best one for you. Your email may arrive during a busy time for your potential mentor.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Over the years, we’ve learned what tools you need to reach the top of your game. A Wide Network We’re leading with this because so much of what top executive assistants accomplish often comes down to their connections. Every executive assistant should work on building a vast network of contacts and keeping that network “warm.”

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Try This Instead | Main | Be Smart About Using the Telephone » The Great Calendar Debate - Paper or Electronic - 21 Experts Weigh In We are in the home stretch of 2009 -- bring on 2010!!  Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! say, to heck with that.

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Success

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

He had also always been into fashion, from looking at stitching patterns to learning about where items were milled. One month after INHERENT’s inception, Emmy-winning costume designer Janie Bryant, known for her work on Mad Men and Deadwood, approached Draper after learning about the brand’s mission.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

I love reading these letters as 1) I see the training we provided truly worked, but more importantly, 2) I learn what executives appreciate—what executives look for in an assistant—and what executives value and observe. Cultivates professional networks that help us accomplish our goals. Very aware of organizational priorities.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 15, 2010

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 January, 2010 Calendar "ah ha" I was participating in a Harvard sponsored webinar with my boss the other day. One of the things they recommended to executives was to use their electronic calendar to leave themselves reminders. . -- Wait a minute! I guess he thought I needed the help.

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Audacious Admin

JUNE 9, 2016

Thoughts beget thoughts, which led me to today’s blog topic on the difference between having a Rolodex and having a network. She nurtured and grew a network that would bend over backward to help her make miracles happen. Maintaining a beneficial and active network takes thought, time, and creativity. I was in awe of Carol.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

MARCH 14, 2013

Developing a solid plan for marketing and networking takes work, doesn’t it? Mark your calendar to follow up with a brief email no more than one week following your meeting. That’s a great way to learn about his business, and let him know that you are an expert at yours. by Donna Toothaker.

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Success

MARCH 22, 2023

To the company party, a friend’s wedding or maybe a community group outing—whatever it is, it’s on your calendar. Challenge yourself to learn two new things. I despise small talk, but I love to connect with new people and learn about them because there is always something interesting to glean. Learn their story.

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Success

JANUARY 2, 2022

As the calendar turns to January, it’s time to set wild goals about the personal sales records you can smash with a little planning and practice. What’s there to learn about the mindset, skill set and willpower that allows them to achieve in any economy? He routinely surrounds himself with opportunities for learning.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Debbie Gross (Strategy) suggested administrative assistants to work at a higher level by using their Outlook calendar like their own personal admin to help keep them on track with the many projects to be managed. We broke for a networking lunch (amazing lunch – kudos to Office Dynamics!)

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Loosely Speaking

JANUARY 13, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Can Virtual Assistants provide social networking support? Social networking became the trendiest way to stay connected in 2008. She offers training and support in many services, including social networking. I think this raises some ethical dilemmas.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2017

It’s hard to get stuck somewhere old when you are always learning something new. I literally write these into my weekly calendar to make it a priority. Volunteer to lead the next sales or team meeting to share that really cool idea you learned from the last book you read or the last industry conference you attended.

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Success

JUNE 23, 2021

For the past decade, BELAY has been witnessing this phenomenon firsthand through its network of contractors who supply virtual support as assistants, bookkeepers, web maintenance professionals and social media strategists. Working with a virtual assistant does have a learning curve. Executives need to be part of that trust process….

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Allwork

MARCH 9, 2023

andcards is designed with a focus on simplicity, allowing even non-tech-savvy customers to quickly learn how to use the platform. This feature alone can elevate admins’ productivity to new heights. One of the standout features of Nexudus is its email newsletter service.

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Allwork

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Why you should (or shouldn’t) work with freelancers After learning about Fishkin’s past hiring experiences, we decided to do our own analysis on the subject — comparing full-time marketing employees to outsourced agency and freelance talent. Set up a calendar for regular check-ins and deadlines.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 21, 2023

The Workspace Design Show returned to the Business Design Centre from 27- 28 February 2023, with exhibitors and visitors alike hailing it as a must-attend addition to the trade show calendar and a place where the workplace community can come together to be inspired and network.

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Success

MAY 13, 2022

Proactively put a catch-up lunch on your calendar with someone you haven’t talked to in a while. If you are currently “married to your job,” you have undoubtedly learned a thing or two about time management. Friendships need to be continually cultivated as well. Small gestures like this can go a long way.

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C-Suite Assistants

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In addition to traditional forms of administrative support, such as email and calendar management, they require a special combination of skills, qualities, and characteristics that are essential for success in the role. Startup EAs must be able to grow with the organization and “scale up.” . How to Hire an Executive Assistant for a Startup.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 1, 2011

When you attend tradeshows or networking meetings, do you later experience the business card pile up? Keep reading to learn more about the great product and how you can win. “ They are designed for trade shows, conferences, seminars and networking with plenty of extra features. Any big lessons learned? Absolutely not.

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Worxbee

MAY 3, 2021

Calendar management, email taming, and process design and management are our top three tasks, but executive assistants can do more. An EA might be kept very busy with calendars and emails for two executives, leaving little time for other tasks. Executive assistants are very adaptable and quick to learn about individual preferences.

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Worxbee

MAY 17, 2021

Calendar management tools. Calendar management is huge for EAs. For overall calendar management, try something that will sync across devices like Google Calendar or Outlook. Network management tools. As an executive assistant, it’s vital to manage your networks and contacts (including those of the business) well.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. . To be able to network, you must have confidence.

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Go Burrows

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

Currently, she helps executive assistants manage and measure the right tasks in company operations while getting them off the craziness of Email/ Slack/ Calendar and onto the Office Otter software. Shayanne Wright is a Los Angeles based two time startup builder. Please email her at shayanne@officeotter.com or sign up here today.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 16, 2014

Ultimately, our progress hinges on the quality relationships and authentic connections we make together, and whether we can implement what we learn. The training, speaking, coaching and writing Joan devotes herself to, as well as this conference itself, is how she achieves those goals. One is to solve problems.

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Success

MARCH 20, 2023

McClennan notes that Tarte wouldn’t have planned to have to handle this backlash in their communications calendar, which means it took time away from the brand when they could have been doing other things. You can learn from this case, and I hope that we’ll learn from it.”

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JANUARY 22, 2023

One of my favorite quotes from Irina during our conversation was this – “If something isn’t in the calendar, it isn’t in their life.” THE LEADER ASSISTANT PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP To learn more about how you can join growth-minded Leader Assistants, check out our Leader Assistant Premium Membership for ongoing training, coaching, and community.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 24, 2022

Learning how to respond vs react. He brings over 13 years of administrative experience to the table with expertise in strategic calendar management, internal/external relationship building and thought partnering with C-Suite executives and cross-functional teams. Understanding your internal triggers. Knowing where you are emotionally.

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Go Burrows

MAY 2, 2021

Bonus Resource: The Ideal Week Calendar Template. To learn more about how you can join Elissa and the now 200+ growth-minded Leader Assistants, check out our Leader Assistant Premium Membership for ongoing training, coaching, and community. She also gives us an inside look at her recent job transition. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

The point is, you will find people in a much more receptive mood during this celebration season, so why not see it as an opportunity to network? So, find a calendar of a boss's favorite baseball team and offer it to him so he can feel cheered in 2018 every time he looks at it.

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Go Burrows

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

She has an extensive background in strategic calendar management, planning international and domestic travel, event planning, onboarding of high-level executives among many other skills. She’s held EA positions in the Legal field, music industry, accounting with one of the Big 6, Fashion industry, Union, and non-profit.

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Worxbee

MARCH 1, 2021

These are our top three suggestions for tasks to give your virtual executive assistant: Calendar management. Calendar management falls under “must be done, but you’re not adding any value by doing it.” You’re likely spending a lot of time on managing your calendar that could otherwise be spent on other things.

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