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Career development for Assistants: 5 common problems and how to solve them

Practically Perfect PA

Recently, the OpenMeet team had the pleasure of participating in the annual Practically Perfect PA Assist Conference 2017 , where we ran a few workshops on career development for assistants: 5 common problems and how to solve them. Look out for and take advantage of networking events and skills development wherever possible.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

simonewu 24/01/2023 Office managers are responsible for making sure everything runs smoothly in the office. They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. Office managers are responsible for keeping businesses running smoothly.

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Job descriptions for Personal Assistants – Merited or inherited?

Practically Perfect PA

I attended the Assist Conference earlier this year. A lot of Job Specs tend to focus on a standard set of skills rather than the actual responsibilities. It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. The role has changed and so must we.

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Guest Blogger: David B. Wright, Author

The Office Professionals Place

If it is a project management position, prepare a project status review presentation or the like…you get the idea. Help them better leverage partners and suppliers? To prepare this, think in detail about how you can really contribute to the organization. Help them attract and retain top talent?