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A day in the life: Matthew Want, PA, Marcham Publishing

Practically Perfect PA

Involved in the day to day organisation of the magazine and conferences. Meeting and greeting visitors, liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff in a professional manner. Taking phone calls, enquiries and general requests, handling all queries. Including using interacting with customers, and suppliers.

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Technology to make events simpler

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So I thought I would ask William the Curator of Tech Fest a conference and event technology showcase which takes place at ExCeL on the 19th June to explain how five very different types of event technology can help those assistants who are involved in events stay on top of their events. They can now do all manor of funky things.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

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They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. For example, answering phones, taking messages, purchasing office equipment, working with relevant software and filing paperwork. Office managers should always expand their knowledge.

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A visit to ExCeL London

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Everyone who works in and around London knows the ExCeL London Exhibition and Conference center. ExCeL London is big, as you would expect from a venue that hosts global conferences and exhibitions. Getting off at Prince Regent means that you can go straight into the conference rooms without walking through the rest of ExCeL.

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Ultimate travel itinerary

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I will be presenting on this very topic at the conference. If your Director has a smart phone or tablet then do make use of online city guide apps. Choosing a supplier for your office is not easy, particuarly when it comes to business travel. A list of the hotel amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, a gym, a hair dryer.

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8 Productivity Apps Every Business Owner Needs

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Fortunately, there are numerous excellent and intuitive apps available for almost all phones using iOS and Android. For example, you cannot hope to be the best florist in your area without meeting with your team, suppliers, delivery drivers, and clients. Forest is a friendly app that turns staying away from your phone into a game.

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How can assistants stay on top of the scene?

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We also have to know what cultural events are taking place that might impress a visiting client, great team building locations for our executives and all of those hidden gem venues that can host the perfect parties and conferences. I spent a lot of time researching great venues, restaurants, hotels and suppliers and I really enjoyed it.