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Picking up skills along the EA career path

Practically Perfect PA

The Account Manager role was a little side step along my career path but required the same skills I would need in my next role as a PA and Administrative Manager. Learning how to use and fix a variety of office equipment. Arranging catering and dealing with external suppliers. Dressing professionally. Learning as you go.

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SURROUND yourself with a team of experts to make you and your organization SHINE!

Office Dynamics

I believe meeting planners and administrative professionals possess similar skills/traits that enable them to be good at what they do. I knew enough about AV equipment and computers to know that I needed both an AV and computer tech on MY team. The last thing you want during a meeting is equipment malfunction.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. Interpersonal & Communications skills Communication is essential to being successful with office manager responsibilities.

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How to negotiate when planning an event?

Practically Perfect PA

As we all know being an assistant means that our super organised skills are second to none. We are the most organised profession there is available to the working world and our skills can be transferable to many different tasks, including managing an event from start to finish. 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

As we all know being an assistant means that our super organised skills are second to none. We are the most organised profession there is available to the working world and our skills can be transferable to many different tasks, including managing an event from start to finish. Don’t let the supplier rush you into making any decisions.

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How To Become A Self-Employed Permanent Makeup Artist

The Small Business Blog

How else can you perfect your skills if you do not professionalise your skills? Last but not least make sure you use professional permanent makeup equipment. Choose your supplier by testing their products in small quantities and the best ones will always have a wide range of products to choose from.

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Which tasks should assistants manage?

Practically Perfect PA

Such tasks include: maintaining office equipment, placing stationery orders, managing office furniture, booking and maintaing meetings rooms etc. Including researching new suppliers, maintaining contracts, communications and invoices. Executives should not have to worry about administration. Point of contact.