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Which tasks should assistants manage?

Practically Perfect PA

Deciding which documents their executive should read (assistants should schedule time in the Executive’s diary for catching up on paperwork / reading etc), forwarding documents to other members of staff as appropriate or filing information for a later date. Business travel. The assistant should ensure this all runs smoothly.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

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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. Ready for your next career step?

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Picking up skills along the EA career path

Practically Perfect PA

Learning how to use and fix a variety of office equipment. Arranging catering and dealing with external suppliers. Junior PA: Booking travel and hotels for colleagues . Establishing and maintaining filing systems. Getting to know lots of people including senior members of staff. Understanding basic office procedures.

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Ajith Said on June 27th, 2008 at 5:17 pm For business travellers, staying in a hotel can be one of the most costly and tiresome aspects of being on the road. Serviced apartments usually come equipped with amenities that can be found in a regular home, such as a refrigerator,microwave, cutlery, washer/dryer, TV, and internet access.

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