Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2016

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. First up we have the Edinburgh PA Network. The PAs behind the Network. It is brilliant!

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Success

MARCH 26, 2022

Revisit your goals, then manage yourself. Use the time management skills from your previous role to make sure you stay on task regarding your goals. You better network. Once you have a complete understanding of your network, you can begin working to harness the power of it. Break Time… But Make It Worthwhile.

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On The Job

AUGUST 16, 2021

It's long been said that hiring managers don't spend more than seconds looking at a resume, and if they don't see details that match their needs, they move on. You might include community volunteer efforts to clean up waterways or that you teach an art class to inner-city youth on the weekends. Tap your network.

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Success

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It may be possible to form in-person connections at gatherings involving shared interests, such as book clubs, sports leagues, fitness classes and adult education classes—but some people prefer to break the ice online. Friendship apps foster connection and enable users to find people they may not otherwise encounter.

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Allwork

JUNE 1, 2022

Rather than having to deploy their own IT networks, Custom House clients will enjoy superfast connectivity leveraged off BE’s highly robust IT infrastructure, all supported by BE’s vastly experienced and award-winning IT support team. . Sonos music network throughout the building . Podcast suites with SubZero equipment .

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Workplace Insight

MAY 11, 2022

You work alongside designers and architects and look longingly at their apparent casual trendiness and clean lines, marvelling at the quality of the beech from sustainably managed European forestries (kiln dried to 10-12 per cent moisture content) with which they have specified the side tables in reception. Image by Shutterbug75.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Parker’s Bold brand and platform was acquired by NewFlex in 2019 to advance their growth in delivering flex space for landlords on management agreements. Parker’s Bold brand and platform was acquired by NewFlex in 2019 to advance their growth in delivering flex space for landlords on management agreements.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

It’s an exclusive network of 130-plus participating companies (think Google, Target and Deloitte) where you can apply to open positions upon completion of one of the Google certificates. You may be required to attend classes, complete assignments or engage in discussions. One of their unique features?

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Small Business Labs

JUNE 25, 2013

Ad Age's Can a Collaborative Cohort of Indie Shops Topple the Big Agency Networks covers a new ad agency called Circus Maximus. " The agency says it plans to keep a minimal management layer, with as few as five full-time staffers, with the rest all be project-based and freelancers." It was hard to blame them. 

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 7, 2019

They certainly can manage many of these items on their own, but should they? In some cases, they add confusion and overlap by being involved in things their assistants should be managing. Set yourself apart with a World Class Assistant™ designation and certification. Some executives resist this concept for a few common reasons.

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Success

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

To achieve that pinnacle of mental toughness, Darcy Piceu, a licensed psychotherapist, 20-year veteran professional ultrarunner and two-time UTMB winner (3rd in 2011 and 5th in 2015), suggests breaking down your goals into manageable chunks and using simple management tools like a calendar to keep the momentum going. “I Ask for help.

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Success

MARCH 2, 2023

After managing a successful loyalty program at 3M Company, he retired to volunteer, travel and “relax.” “I Carman also recommends taking a class to test the waters or learn more about a new subject matter. “It Lastly, Carman says, never underestimate the power of your network. It will pay dividends.”

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Lucy is author of The Modern-Day Assistant: Build Your Influence and Boost Your Potential , as well as the CEO of Marcham Publishing, a global force synonymous with world-class conferences and training. Lucy Brazier, OBE, is one of the world’s leading authorities on the administrative profession.

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Allwork

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Moreover, many coworking spaces organize workshops and provide resources focused on mental health, stress management, and personal development. These offerings empower members with valuable tools and strategies to effectively manage their emotional well-being.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 7, 2019

The smaller the class, the more attention you get from the trainer thus leading to longer-term behavior change. With Office Dynamics administrative training classes, participants have lots of time to practice in the classroom. When choosing an administrative conference or training, choose wisely.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 22, 2023

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Nicki talks about managing a team of assistants, creating a career development plan, cultivating a team culture, and finding happiness in your role. I actually at graduation, when they put like the sash around you, I I was like, top 10% of my class, which I had no idea. It surprised me.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Engineers and scientists are often found in their labs, but this story shows they're smart enough to know the value of breaking out of their routine and networking. Some believe they're doomed to spend their lives isolated within their own departments because they can't master the networking skills necessary to advance their careers.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

LinkedIn for Skills Learning and Networking. Where LinkedIn really shines is in its social media engine for networking. If a hiring manager requires a certain skill, Indeed likely has a short test for it to help you stand from the crowd. For company research, Glassdoor remains in a class of its own.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

After all, it’s one thing to speak Spanish in class for an hour a day or learn on an app and something entirely different to speak it all day long. You’ll meet new people—and broaden your network. You can also look on LinkedIn and other networking sites to connect with previous volunteers directly and hear about their experiences.

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Success

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

When she was a junior in high school, Arrington founded the nonprofit ScholarCHIPS, an organization that provides college scholarships, mentoring, mental health support and a peer support network to children of incarcerated parents. Network for her community work with ScholarCHIPS. Cornish is the co-author of It’s Work!

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Success

MAY 13, 2022

This can be as small as allocating one evening to meeting someone new or participating in a social activity, be it a workout class or checking out the new museum exhibit. If you are currently “married to your job,” you have undoubtedly learned a thing or two about time management. Be intentional with your time.

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Success

MARCH 9, 2023

Using 300 to inspire marketing efforts During another particularly challenging launch, Smith huddled Intuit managers at a retreat in order to develop strategies to counteract Microsoft’s release of a competitive product 60 days before the latest QuickBooks edition was due to be released. Mentoring served him as well.

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Allwork

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Peace announced that it will grow its network of Peace Pod locations very quickly, launching new locations every week. Peace is a win-win-win-win-win for people, employers, landlords, governments and the environment ,” said Chris Brooke, Peace advisor, Independent Non-Executive Director of Link Asset Management Ltd., Peace, Inc.

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BMT Office Administration

JULY 14, 2023

Mail scams may be making a comeback, but the quickest, easiest, and most efficient way for a scammer or phisher to steal employees’ identities is to hack into your computer network. But ESS portals are risky, too, because they create more points of entry into your computer network for phishers to create havoc. What is negligence?

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Workplace Insight

JANUARY 11, 2023

They suggest that while many of these stressors are outside of an employer’s control, leaders and people managers can make meaningful impact within the employee experience and life-work journey by: Providing basic employee needs such as a liveable wage, affordable healthcare, and retirement and pensions support.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Maybe you took a certification class and spent thousands of dollars to become a project manager. Obviously, you're good at project management or you wouldn't be in that job. Perhaps one of your project management networking connections is with a design firm? Here are some steps to take: 1. Be honest with yourself.

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Worxbee

JANUARY 10, 2022

Take classes one at a time to suit your schedule. Join professional networks Professional networks such as industry associations or even online networking groups can be great for keeping your finger on the pulse. For EAs, your network is often one of the most valuable things you have to tap into and share resources.

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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. Social networking became the trendiest way to stay connected in 2008. I think this raises some ethical dilemmas.

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 1, 2021

As someone who always enjoys a target-driven environment, meeting new people, building relationships, and networking, recruitment seemed to be perfect. Nader started Ingham Jones a year back.

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Success

MARCH 20, 2022

The world class knows that college is just the beginning of lifelong learning. Put your money toward classes, seminars and books that will make you more successful.”. Budget for professional association dues—you want to build your network before you need it.”. Both are affordable, versatile and, more importantly, independent.

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Success

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

But one by one, every student in the class was called before him, leaving him the last one to be chosen. Instead, these stories detailed a shift in mindset, lessons learned from money management mishaps and the willingness to move beyond failure. With height and innate athletic ability on his side, Howes awaited his turn.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

Sample Presentation (From World Class Assistant Attendee): Professional Development Plan Example. Recorded Webinar: Create Your Professional Development Plan. Helpful Handouts & Downloads: Download Handout: Build-Your-Professional-Development-Plan-Webinar-Handout.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

I recently came across this list from one of my classes and wanted to share it. If you are a manager reading this blog, check off the ones that apply to your administrative partner. Excellent time management skills. Great networking skills. Over the years, I have collected more than 300 ideas. Customer-service focused.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

You survive class, but a million tasks wait at home. Understand the maker’s vs. manager’s schedule. In 2009, Paul Graham, co-founder of startup accelerator Y Combinator, wrote an essay entitled, Maker’s Schedule, Manager’s Schedule. Side hustlers are Makers and Managers at different times, but tend toward managing.

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Success

MAY 20, 2022

Principal Company: Jennifer Schaus & Associates, a government contract consulting network Strategic partnership philosophy: Align consultants with different specialties to better serve clients and boost everyone’s bottom line. Create a mediation plan or a strategy to dissolve the partnership in the event the arrangement goes south.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 5, 2018

During a class I was teaching, a high-level executive assistant that I admire said to her peers, “At our company, we insulate ourselves. How many external networks do you have? We think we are the best executive assistants alive, but we are not. We have much to learn.” Are you insulated?

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 24, 2009

Monday, August 24, 2009 Managing the Micromanager The job description did not include managing a micromanager. Some managers feel that they would do the project themselves just so they know it will get done their way. If others are involved in the project, cc your manager on emails so that they are kept in the "loop."

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