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Virtues of going Virtual: Working whilst on holiday

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Depending on where you are in the world, working on different time zones to your clients can be tricky but with plenty of planning and preparation in the lead up to your trip, your service needn’t be compromised. This may sound obvious but check time zones before you go to ensure you operate as you would from home.

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From the archive: The role of workplace design in employee engagement

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The vast majority of workers report that they are equipped with landline telephones (86 percent) and desktop computers (80 percent). Far fewer employees have laptops (39 percent), mobile phones (40 percent) or tablet computers (13 percent) available to them at work.

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The ultimate app guide for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check details on the go. I use the website all the time, not just for planning travel but also for expenses, so it is helpful having the app on my phone. Meetup Time Lite: Free. Weatherbug: Free. XE Currency: Free or £1.49.

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Great Apps for Assistants

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Both times I’ve replaced my phone as quickly as is humanly possible because I am just lost without it (sometimes I am literally lost without it thanks to my dependence on Google maps to get me about London!). Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check your details on the go.

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Great Apps for Assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Both times I’ve replaced my phone as quickly as is humanly possible because I am just lost without it (sometimes I am literally lost without it thanks to my dependence on Google maps to get me about London!). Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check your details on the go.

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Travel Itineraries

Practically Perfect PA

Additionally if you have equipped your manager with all of the information they need to deal with any emergencies, they will be able to cope without you being there to help, particularly if they are in a different time zone. If your Director has a smart phone or tablet then do make use of online city guide apps.

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Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

Laughing all the Way to Work

There were charges for audio visual equipment that we never ordered. There is value in getting to know people, even if it is just over email or the phone. When I reviewed the invoice I noticed there was a guest on our bill who wasnt in our party so that amount got taken off. It could save your company some money. 411 Look Up 411.ca