Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 30, 2014

It goes without saying that the venue is a crucial part of an event, there are a lot of factors that need to be considered before you book the venue but the number one priority is that the venue suits the event that you are holding. Here are eight great venues for your 2015 events. Carousel – Central London.

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Success

JULY 29, 2022

Virtual events also saw a rise in popularity, as they allowed audiences to attend without paying for travel or worrying about exposure to COVID-19. Although friends often understand gaps in communication, when receiving messages from employers and managers, even after hours, it’s often more difficult to stay away from the phone.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

It’s an honest internal dialog, which is where the challenge lies as most of us aren’t accustomed to giving a truthful answer to the “how are you?” Set yourself a reminder on your phone (or Alexa device) saying, “You’re amazing!” – Pamela Sommers. Say no to events or gatherings that stretch you too thin. Erik Huckleberry.

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2008

Use A Phone Call Log! By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, October 09, 2008 Filed Under: MS-Excel , Organize , Productivity D o you find that when you receive phone calls or voice mail messages, you cant remember who called, what time they called, who they were trying to call, etc? Home About Me Advertise Who Called? Whats next?

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All Things Admin

MAY 26, 2021

If all else fails, pick up the phone and call the local officials. If you’re planning international travel, you may be required to show proof of a negative test before entering the country. Conferences and events may be a go one week and called off the next. © 2021 Julie Perrine International, LLC. Flights get canceled.

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Success

JUNE 3, 2022

Most people who want change are generally motivated by internal values and priorities others can’t necessarily see, e.g., more time with family, more fulfilling work and more personal growth. For example, landing a cushy promotion is easy to spot. It requires dedication and persistent commitment to creating the change you desire.

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Productivityist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Fortunately, there are numerous excellent and intuitive apps available for almost all phones using iOS and Android. However, doing so can lead to scheduling conflicts and forgotten events. Whether you operate a large-scale international shipping company or a street corner café, you must manage productivity and projects.

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BMT Office Administration

JUNE 16, 2023

Hopefully this isn’t an issue that comes up for your payroll department often, but it’s important to know what to do, and get it right, in the event that it does happen. More practically, cancel the deceased employee’s company email and security card, and retrieve their company-issued cell phone and laptop.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Meet the entire Office Dynamics International Team –. Joan Burge – Founder and CEO of Office Dynamics International since 1990. Brian: My favorite part is the Gala Event. Melia: I am on the phone and helping people and groups all year by answering questions, helping with registration, assisting with hotel information, etc.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 15, 2013

Clarissa is the co-founder of Startup Safary, a Berlin-based company that creates new event formats and builds the technology to run them. This required web research, data entry and a lot of emailing & phoning back and forth throughout the course of 2 days. egotiation via email & phone ? Use technology.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 12, 2015

Assistant networking and events. Last year saw a variety of networking events and conferences for assistants. It seems there is a huge appetite for training however we still have issues with our organisation’s paying for us to attend events. They can even open their hotel room door with their phone.

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Success

MARCH 9, 2022

Meyer, who began selling insurance six decades ago and rose to the top of his field in a short time, founded Success Motivation International in 1960. Selling is a process, not an event,” he says. Focus on the sales process and not your particular personality, advises master seller and personal development expert Zig Ziglar.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

So much so that I asked Brian and Joan if I could write a blog post about my experience and share some photos from the event. Let me tell you, “Wow” just doesn’t describe the event with justice. Life-altering lessons, stories, and events took place during this amazing week followed by an inspirational message from Joan.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 15, 2014

Do you hear the ‘ Ring, Ring’ of the Get-a-Clue phone? Not long after, I had phone call with a close friend that has known me since high school. Eerily, you happened to have just picked up a book two weeks prior, again, dissecting the same issue. It’s a message, folks! Are you hearing it? Are you hearing it? Friend: I miss you.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 21, 2014

We are behind the scenes specialists, we are not encouraged to put ourselves out there and even if we did want to get involved in a networking event we are often too busy to leave the office. Almost every event you will attend uses the phrase “unique networking opportunities”, this rings a bell doesn’t it?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

Our role is no longer confined to typing letters, answering the phone, scheduling meetings and travel. Creative Event Planners. International Speaker / Author / Chief Executive Assistant. Administrative assistants go above and beyond and take on new assignments with little to no background, training or experience. Negotiators.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 8, 2016

However, after a recent turn of events such as staffing vacancies and promotions, I have found myself providing administrative support to several other key managers while we recruit for vacant positions. email, instant chat, phone, text messaging, etc.). For nearly a decade, I primarily supported one person—the CEO.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 27, 2015

Over the last few weeks I have been wondering how my initial thoughts about running an event have turned into the Assist Conference – which is just a month away! Skip forward to summer 2014 and the voices in my head were pretty vocal about running some sort of event. I was trying to ignore them. Seen as a secretary.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS Check out our constantly updated schedule of events for admins and assistants at LeaderAssistantLive.com. DON’T CHECK YOUR EMAIL FIRST THING IN THE MORNING I hate to admit it, but I’m guilty of this far too often: As soon as I wake up in the morning, I grab my phone, check my email, and clear out my inbox.

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Eco-Office Gals

JULY 13, 2011

Meetings and events make up a big part of business and communications, whether internal or external. Here are 5 things to keep in mind when you are planning your meetings or events. ??1. Do Not Underestimate Smart Phones. Smart phones let people access the internet no matter where they are. Social Networking.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 6, 2015

Most of my work as a female professional speaker and corporate trainer takes me across the United States with little international travel (by choice). It is amazing how many people do not take in their world, they are completed strapped to their phone or tablets. I actually eat better on the road than when I am at home.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

Phone Calls, E-mails and Re-Work Oh My! Phone Calls => ~4.5 While I was waiting for the lawyer to return my call, I hopped on the phone with my team to assess damages and come up with a plan.    Remember, they were promoting the event already.  That simple lack of a search cost us hours. End Result.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

Best Electronics: Business Mobile Phone. Best Airlines: (International). It presents the latest news; hints and tips in various sectors including career, events and travel. Honorable mention to Poppin who were within 10 votes of See Jane Work. Best Laptops. Best Tablets. Best Printers. Best Admin Conferences.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

I arrange quite a few events and have realized the importance of reading and reviewing the contracts carefully, highlighting key dates. I had an event for November 7th and the contract was signed, sealed and delivered, but then I noticed the hotel had put the wrong date on the contract. What are the dates you can cancel by?

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 5, 2015

I manage his schedule and monitor his emails, as well as help organise some of his travel, company events, and client dinners, occasional research, expenses and ad hoc tasks – all the general PA duties. I also try to have a quick catch-up with the MD either by phone or face-to-face.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 27, 2014

Does it make any difference whether you IM or phone someone? Does the reason or purpose or event make any difference? Internal correspondence. Should you use whichever one is fastest or most convenient for you? And when should you use letter correspondence? When a handwritten is note most appropriate? Staff member? Civic figure?

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Melissa Peoples

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Initially, I did receive a few responses, asking me to provide video-pre-screens [not my favorite thing to do, I'm discovering] or to participate in phone pre-screens, which I giddily did, with zero results. Event planning could also figure into that category. And boy was this a huge mistake on my part! Be young at heart, but.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

I think assistants will have an interesting 2014, particularly as it is the International Year of the Secretary and Administrative Assistant with lots planned for our professional development. We must be fussy when it comes to our training and pick events that not just tackle the same old issues but instead really cater for our needs.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 9, 2016

I’m really lucky that I have good working hours and I tend to leave between 5:30pm – 6pm, however I am always contactable after hours so I find I am checking my phone till at least 8:30pm. I would go back to wearing red and be that jet setting International Air Hostess again. What does an average look like? AND, be nice to everyone.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Do you want to walk over to their cubicle while their talking loudly on the phone and give them a piece of your mind? Shes always humming, whistling, talking loudly on the phone, laughing hysterically (who knows at what?), This happens to the best of us all of the time. Try as I may, but she annoys the heck out of me.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2008

By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 Filed Under: Productivity D o you receive junk mail, junk faxes and the occasional irritating phone call from telemarketers? Do you even receive voice mails that are left by people trying to sell you something, but you didn’t even hear the phone ring?

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Productivityist

MAY 26, 2016

Research has found that negative events or emotions stick in our brains more than positive events or emotions. When you internalize a negative thought, you will often beat yourself up mentally, have a rough day, not sleep well and then continue the cycle. Use Your Mind. There is no question that self-doubt holds you back.

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 29, 2021

While you were still reeling from the challenging events of 2020, 2021 looked better in terms of getting back to normalcy. Most of the recruitment agencies worked remotely this 2021 and had to either conduct interviews via phone call or online. Video interviews have always been known to influence better hiring decisions for recruiters.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 15, 2010

If someone puts in a "birthday" or a "pick up the dry cleaning" reminder in their calendar as an all-day event, to those who are using the Scheduler, it will look like the person is busy for the day and in reality they may have the day open. We also have a staff calendar at work and use the all day events the same way. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2007

Do they end up talking loud on the phone while you are trying to do some work? Home About Me Advertise Most Irritating Habits of Co-Workers By The Professional Assistant on Monday, November 19, 2007 Filed Under: Productivity D o you find yourself among co-workers that are not respectful of your privacy?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants. The one good thing about speaking at an event where nobody knows me is, they have no idea whether my hair is supposed to be this dark. Some good advice to pass along: Never colour your hair the night before an event.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Do you find that your staff are not being consistent with their memos, e-mails , the way they answer the phone , etc.? I worked in quite a few firms, small and large, but my current one is the largest organization that I worked in - well, currently working in.

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