Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 26, 2013

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing a series of blogs on events, well more specifically how assistants can organise and run great events within the context of their role. I wanted to give you a quick round up of the issues discussed and some additional tips that I think you will find useful when running your events.

Budget 100

Budget Negotiating Agencies Equipment 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

He asked me to find a location, negotiate a lease, remodel the space if needed and take care of all interior decorating and procurement. Three months later I selected the location, negotiated the lease, remodeled the space and purchased new furniture, office equipment, and supplies. Negotiators. Creative Event Planners.

Negotiating 203

Negotiating Confidence Administrative Professionals Temping 203

Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

A meeting planner by MY definition is the go-to person within an organization – be it corporate, association or otherwise – charged with the responsibility of planning and executing a meeting or special event. I knew enough about AV equipment and computers to know that I needed both an AV and computer tech on MY team.

Suppliers 226

Suppliers Meeting Planning Administrative Professionals Attire 226

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 8, 2014

Most organisations do not have a dedicated event professional so the job falls to us – and what a complicated job it is! Alongside sourcing a venue, we have to think about the catering, any overnight guests, travel logistics, dietary requirements, speakers, training materials, seating plans, AV equipment… the list is endless.

Agencies 100

Agencies Negotiating Equipment Training 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing about the wonderful world of events. Firstly I put a little infographic together on various seating arrangements and then I shared some top tips on how to negotiate with a venue. A silly mistake but one that discredited the purpose of the event. It will be you as the event organiser.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Equipment Budget Social Media 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing about the wonderful world of events. Firstly I put a little infographic together on various seating arrangements and then I shared some top tips on how to negotiate with a venue. A silly mistake but one that discredited the purpose of the event. It will be you as the event organiser.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Equipment Budget Social Media 100

Page Personnel

AUGUST 26, 2022

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. What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Management 52

Management Payroll Fax Suppliers 52