Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. Highlight WIFM (what’s in it for me) and help them to see that you will gain skills and knowledge that will be essential for future growth. The role has changed and so must we. Revised Job Description.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 22, 2015

From booking trains or flights, to finding a hotel that suits both the budget and the boss, you’ve probably honed your skills. A hotel meeting room sends a very different message to a quiet private table in a renowned restaurant. The Right Restaurant. And what about all the other options in between? The Impressive Meeting Room.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 7, 2017

Another crucial task is meeting organisation, including finding a venue, arranging refreshments and VC-conferences. Around the corner from our office in Frankfurt we have a wonderful burger restaurant. Sometimes I enjoy an evening at the Zarges restaurant in Frankfurt – another place I can highly recommend.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 15, 2024

The central mission of the new museum will be “democratising the tools of design”, drawing on the history and present of Finnish and Nordic architecture and design to guide a programme of public activities that will look at how design thinking and skills are relevant to the challenges we face as individuals and societies in a rapidly changing world.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 31, 2016

This is the first video I have done for Practically Perfect PA – I much prefer writing than staring at myself on screen – however – with Assist Travel coming up next week I thought I would also highlight one of the great sessions we have at the conference! Restaurant. Top 5 business destinations uncovered.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Tipping in restaurants around the world can be very confusing. This is a great app for conference call planning that allows you to schedule calls and meetings from all over the world without having to check all of the various time zones. This is brilliant for conferences and other meetings. Tipulator: 0.99p. Wifi Finder: Free.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 20, 2016

When Nicky approached me to speak about my top tips for beginners at The Assist Conference I was truly honored. Despite my passion for social media I haven’t always been adept at it and was a twitter virgin until The Assist Conference 2015. You can get free headshots at PA/EA conferences such as Office Show.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 12, 2015

Last year saw a variety of networking events and conferences for assistants. Executives have been able to use their phone to book and board an aircraft but now they can use their phones to pay for hotels, restaurants and cabs. I plan to look at this issue in more detail this year, starting with the Assist Conference in February.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

Once the boss is settled into the hotel send them a reminder email detailing the hotel amenities and any local information that might prove useful (weather, good restaurants, nearest public transport). If you do book complex business trips for your organisations the conference sessions will really help you develop your skills in this area.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

Conferences, training and networking events can be equally as daunting especially when you are attending on your own and have to join in group activities and network with strangers.As How many other professions have such a large skill-set that needs to be kept up to date? So we need to attend events on a regular basis.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

I’ve heard many stories of Executive’s phoning their assistant to ask where certain shops, restaurants or other amenities are while in transit. If you do book complex business trips for your organisations the conference sessions will really help you develop your skills in this area.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 15, 2016

Our Executives travel far and wide, they are often away from home for long stretches of time and have to rely on our organisational skills to get them from A to B. Restaurant. This year’s conference will take place at the Grange Tower Bridge Hotel in London. For each city we will have a local PA give us the best: Bar.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Every time an out of office meeting is required, I usually turn to my tried and tested hotel and conference directory. Half a day or just a few hours can vary from; a purpose built meeting space to a simple restaurant or cornered off bar area. We do this, because we trust what we know.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

In 2013 we saw a massive rise in the number of conferences, events, exhibitions and seminars for assistants and this will increase even more so in 2014. Assistants will have to keep a close eye on the restaurant scene as 2014 will see a continued growth in the pop up culture made fashionable in 2013. Professional Development.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Yes, most of us organise the Christmas party and that is hard enough, but we also organise team building events, AGMs, conferences, forums, private dining experiences, So yes, if we organise all of these types of events for our company we ‘sort of’ work in the events industry. Event page on LinkedIn.

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Worxbee

MARCH 1, 2021

One of the great things about executive assistants is that they’re highly skilled professionals. There can be a multitude of different tasks they can get done, including some based on specialist skill sets they may have developed. Securing conference speaking roles for their executive.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

There’s also something particularly poignant about sitting down to a table set for one in an unfamiliar restaurant amid the sound of strange accents and clinking glasses. Often you find yourself miles away from family on special occasions, missing birthdays, parties and anniversaries.

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Success

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

She’s passionate about enabling teams of creatives, technology leaders and innovators with the skills, mindset and network to tackle the complex and evolving challenges of tomorrow. She is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences and panel discussions. She believes the best teams have fun, laughter and optimism for the future.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 10, 2014

Then call my ex-husband and remind him that the parent-teacher conference is at Dalton tonight. Featured Key Skills admin administrators assistants EA Executive Assistant Office manager PA Personal Assistant Tasks Virtual Assistant' Call Natalie at Glorious Foods and tell her no for the 40th time. I don’t want dacquoise.

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On The Job

JULY 26, 2011

You insist on a certain chair in the conference room. You keep your colleagues waiting at a restaurant for a lunch get-together. And "high maintenance" is rarely a skill sought by other employers. Let's see if any of this fits: 1. You're inflexible. If you don't get it, you pout or glare at whoever is sitting in it.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

It was an amazing conference. New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

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. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. If you discussed a need at the conference, be sure to address it. Be confident.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 15, 2010

Recently, we wanted to see who was off site and at what event, so we decided when people are away at conferences, etc. For instance if I was going to be away to attend a conference I would put: Pat off site (IAAP/Toronto) This way we can keep track of who is going where, when. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

I know the newness of it all will be gone soon and it will just be a normal thing that he is a little walker, but for now it is cute to see him learn this new skill. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 8, 2009

How often I have organized a conference or arranged a Board meeting and after all the organization and planning it goes off without a hitch. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! (New 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

If a conference comes up and they are looking for someone to do the registration, we can step in and do that or we can organize it from start to finish. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! (New

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

I’ve also had the opportunity to speak at administrative professional and executive assistant conferences all over the world, including Hong Kong, Thailand, and Germany. DON’T FEEL BAD FOR NOT REPLYING RIGHT AWAY Personally, I like to reply to emails ASAP because assistants should strive to make responsiveness one of our key skills.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Smith to discuss strategies for upcoming marketing conference). New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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