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Procuring a great supplier

Practically Perfect PA

You might not think so but assistants deal with suppliers on a a regular basis. From hotels to stationery manufacturers, car hire companies and venues for events we are constantly procuring suppliers. It is essential that we know how to procure great suppliers and build effective relationship which benefit our organisation.

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Tackling Business Strategy: 6 Tenets of Building a Scalable Brand

Success

For instance, a pet food supplier would be a candidate for Emma to avoid as she may one day expand into pet foods. These may include shipping notifications or e-newsletter and discount awards upon purchase. They should augment your brand, not detract from it. That is, they should reflect your fundamental company values.

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How to negotiate when planning an event

Practically Perfect PA

Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. I have picked up so many tips from her on how to negotiate and get your way with suppliers that I wanted to share them with you. Don’t let the supplier rush you into making any decisions.

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How to negotiate when planning an event?

Practically Perfect PA

Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. I have picked up so many tips from her on how to negotiate and get your way with suppliers that I wanted to share them with you. Don’t let the supplier rush you into making any decisions.

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Cut Back Your Cost Of Living

Productivity Bits

Suppliers usually give additional discounts for direct bank payments as this saves them money. However, check statements regularly to make sure both the right amount and supplier are involved. Check out your utility suppliers and fix payments if sensible to do so. Bulk buying usually gets discounts. Bulk Buying.

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20 questions to ask before you book a venue

Practically Perfect PA

Can the venue offer any discounts (especially during their off-season)? Does the venue have a list of required suppliers? Do we have to use the venue’s suppliers? There are a lot of questions that you should ask the venue, here are my top 20. Is the venue available on the date you require? What is the cancellation policy?

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Can Businesses Leverage Blockchain to Sell Excess Green Energy?

Eco-Office Gals

It’s a crazy prospect, but it’s entirely possible, especially with renewable energy owners selling their excess power back to the suppliers, or playing a role in federal tax credits and discounts. Why couldn’t they sell it to other homeowners instead? The opposite is true too.