On The Job

DECEMBER 31, 2010

I thought since many of us are always searching for ways to make business travel a bit more rewarding, some road warriors could share their insight on how they do it. For some road warriors, the solution comes in combining business travel with family vacations or a chance to pursue private interests. You just have to realistic.

Travel 100

Travel Expenses Restaurants 2007 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 13, 2007

Making travel arrangements for your boss can sometimes be stressful. I remember making travel arrangements for a boss who was travelling to New York City for a meeting. Here are some questions you can ask: what kind of travel: Air, Train, Car? is the business travel being charged to the company or a client?

Travel 100

Travel Agencies Policies Restaurants 100

Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 21, 2014

When arriving at the Wyndham Hotel my first impression was that it seemed far from the main Houston drag – 33 miles from the International airport and 18 miles from Downtown. The hotel is fully equipped for business travellers with over 9000 square feet of meeting and event spaces to cover every need.

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Equipment Travel International 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

The main thing about getting buy in for anything is to speak the language of your boss and company and highlight the ROI (Return on Investment). Internal & External Training. Support for an Internal PA Network. Business Cards: I was the first PA within my last company of 30+ Assistants to request Business Cards.

Business Cards 100

Business Cards International Training Networking 100

Office Dynamics

JUNE 6, 2013

Administrative professionals play a critical role within companies – one that demands a great deal of organization and skill across a wide range of areas. In many cases, they are even the de-facto cultural ambassadors for their companies. Calculate how much you can save with Seamless.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Travel Expenses Business Cards 100

Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

As the Personal Assistant to a quite renowned chef, my tasks might vary from the ones of a regular PA, like calendar and email management, to most specific tasks such as taking care of the journalists that come visit the restaurants and to interview Albert. I literally live 2 minutes away from the restaurants, so I just walk there.

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Agenda Interviewing Learning 100

All Things Admin

MAY 18, 2022

The pandemic has shown us that putting business travelers first is more important than ever. Whenever employees are ready to get back on the road, administrative professionals have an opportunity to offer their teams a more streamlined, flexible business traveler experience. Offer Ride Options for Every Traveler.

Travel 10

Travel Administrative Professionals Expenses Policies 10

Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 24, 2016

This is often the way with us PAs – we have banks of knowledge which sometimes we only need to use once – a big office move, a one-off international conference. As all communication takes place via the website you can rest assured that only your name, company and city will be displayed on the member database. Visit the website www.PA-Insiders.com.

Suppliers 100

Suppliers Restaurants Networking Collaborate 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 5, 2015

I manage his schedule and monitor his emails, as well as help organise some of his travel, company events, and client dinners, occasional research, expenses and ad hoc tasks – all the general PA duties. There are some fab vietnamese restaurants – I’m partial to a kimchi banh mi.

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Expenses 2014 2015 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

I think assistants will have an interesting 2014, particularly as it is the International Year of the Secretary and Administrative Assistant with lots planned for our professional development. Technology really does touch every part of our role in 2014, particularly when it comes to arranging travel for our assistants. Social Media.

2014 100

2014 Social Media 2013 Retirement 100

On The Job

APRIL 16, 2008

After all, if Brad and Angelina can travel the world and work, why not you? State Department posts information on where it is safe to travel for Americans, and the danger zones. Companies and jobs often don’t operate the same overseas as in the U.S., even if you are working with an American company. in 100 percent safe.

International 100

International Restaurants Travel Skills 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

Lynn was in good company as some notable winners of the 2010 Stevie® Awards included: - Executive of the Year: Lawrence J. Ellison, founder and CEO of Oracle - Best Overall Company of the Year: Apple Inc. Morgan Chase & Co. Lynn has worked at HPTI for 8 ½ years and was thrilled to be recognized at this level.

2010 100

2010 Interviewing Time Zones IAAP 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 16, 2010

Do you ever get a meeting request and an agenda has not been provided, or if it is a teleconference the call-in details have not been given or the boardroom hasnt been booked for an internal meeting? Whose responsibility is it anyway? When booking meetings ownership of the meeting has to be established. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Agenda 100

Agenda Time Zones International IAAP 100

On The Job

DECEMBER 31, 2008

The Chinese restaurant being run out of your meeting room is playing havoc with your diet. The company used to provide Blackberries and cell phones, but say they're no longer in the budget. Your new intern is Rod Blagojevich. The co-workers in your office who travel a lot have taken to wearing coveralls on the road.

2009 100

2009 Restaurants 2008 Equipment 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Gifts Meeting Minutes 100

On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2007

But since it’s not always easy just to take off and travel the world, one option is to find a job abroad so that we can visit foreign lands, while getting a paycheck. State Department posts information on where it is safe to travel for Americans, and the danger zones. even if you are working with an American company.

Travel 100

Travel Restaurants Skills International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

When I looked on Google different companies were calling it different things, but PowerPoint Remote or Presentation Remote does help. After reading the article on the "remote clicker", which is what I used to call it, I asked John in the cubicle beside me. We looked in a catalogue and found it. It's called a Presentation Remote.

PowerPoint 100

PowerPoint Time Zones IAAP 2010 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

Internal meetings can usually be changed more easily so start there. Realize that nothing is cast in stone and things can change so be prepared to make the necessary adjustments. Your boss is not trying to sabotage you. Assess which meetings can be adjusted without too much disruption. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

We list country codes, city codes, international and national dialing codes, and other relevant country information. Hello Patricia, You have some great resources at [link] Given your interest in country codes, I wanted to make you aware of my site, [link] for possible inclusion as well. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

The cards are all made with recycled paper and you can even include a gift if you like and this company will send it off for you. It is an American based company and I am in Canada, but the cards I sent were all received within a week. To send to clients of your company. What a convenient way to send cards. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Secure the date and time in his or her calendar, taking into consideration travel time if outside the office. If it is an internal meeting, has a meeting space been booked? If outside the city, make travel arrangements: are flights required, train or will he or she be driving. Meeting with Mr. Brown and Ms. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Calendars 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

I am now leaving Atlanta to travel to Birmingham and the impression I am left with is I have never been in a city that smiles so much. Click on that and you will find a wealth of templates from a resume, cover letter, minutes, agenda and many others. I believe someone mentioned there were almost 500 to choose from. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

I travel far to try and find a full-serve station, but they are becoming extinct. They won't know what we're capable of if we don't tell them, nor will they realize that letting us do some of the work actually saves the company money in the long run. The incentive was you saved.002 002 cents a litre. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 23, 2010

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP AT&T Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

If the meeting is internal, I send a meeting request, but for external meetings I tend to just confirm with them the meeting details by phone or e-mail. I dont want to miss a step so always go through the checklist on the travel sheet. Taking it offline is a neat trick a friend of a friend of a friend showed me. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes 100

On The Job

JUNE 21, 2010

State Department ( www.state.gov ) posts information on where it is safe to travel for Americans, and the danger zones. Companies and jobs often don’t operate the same overseas as in the U.S., even if you are working with an American company. Still, no place — not even the U.S. — in 100 percent safe. Plot your career path.

2010 100

2010 International Salary Restaurants 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

Another time I wanted to try a career in the travel business. I have become familiar with time zones, airport codes and international holidays to avoid. The company I work for has a great attitude toward staff professional development and hiring from within for open positions or new position needs. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Holidays International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 15, 2010

I use this all the time on my calendar and my boss's calendar, and it helps us both to know which events are phone calls which he can take in the office or on the road (yellow) or which events will require travel (blue). I put travel in red and action reminders in yellow, but that is our own system and it works for us.

Calendars 100

Calendars IAAP Time Zones 2010 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

Under My Favourites, I have added a Meeting section with some useful sites and combined many of my travel related links under one title simply called Travel. You will notice on the side bar I have put a lot of the reading sites (My blog list etc.) at the bottom and moved the My Favourites up so it would be convenient for your use.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Holidays International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100