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The What, Who and How of Outsourcing… So You Can Let Go

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You uncover outsourcing talent the same way you find employees: by networking in person or online, asking for recommendations and interviewing carefully. As a company, we lead with our hearts and are very transparent with our suppliers,” she says. Who you gonna call? You need to map out the process,” he says. “If

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How can assistants add value in the workplace?

Practically Perfect PA

Assistant’s work with suppliers on a regular basis and can easily research and suggest new suppliers which might save the organisation money. Every year it is well worth reviewing all of the suppliers that you use and renegotiating your contracts. Fix an existing problem. 6. Prevent a future problem.

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Ultimate travel itinerary

Practically Perfect PA

Included with the travel itinerary you should have the following as separate documents: Maps and directions for all hotels and meeting points. Remember to print off the itinerary and additional documents for your Director. Choosing a supplier for your office is not easy, particuarly when it comes to business travel.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

No matter how heavy your workload is… Everyone can and should be a Networker.” Illustrate the benefits of networking with peers and the exchange of best practice. Membership to Networking Clubs & Associations. Support for an Internal PA Network. “Succeeding in business is all about making connections.

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A day in the life: Saba Ali, Royal Academy of Dance

Practically Perfect PA

I also act as the central point of contact for both Directors which might include meeting clients/suppliers, telephone liaison and managing emails whilst they are away. Network and build relationships with all your colleagues, clients, suppliers – I can’t tell you how much this helps and the wealth of knowledge you can gain.

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The Bribery Act – what do assistants need to know?

Practically Perfect PA

A commercial organisation can be found guilty of this offence if the bribery is carried out by an employee or a third person, this could include a contractor, a supplier, an agent or a subsidiary. This could include: Risk Assessment documents, available for all staff. So how does this affect Business? Proportional procedures in place.

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Job descriptions for Personal Assistants – Merited or inherited?

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The lady to the left of me had inherited a 12 page job spec which had not been updated in 10 years whereas the lady to the right had a 6 page document. The Skill-set of the modern PA is a far cry from tea and typing: Exceptional Communication – with colleagues, clients, suppliers, peers and the public (includes Active Listening).