Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 18, 2018

I hope you enjoy our key skills roundup for 2018. We focussed really heavily this year on increasing our content around the key skills Assistants need to develop in their role this year. We covered a lot of skills including minute taking, event management, organising business travel, project management and everything in between!

2018 181

2018 Skills Project Management Travel 181

Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Why emotional management and self-presentation are essential components of career success. NOTE: Registration for the live event is open and free for anyone. NOTE: Registration for the live event is open and free for anyone. However, to access the replay of the event, you need to be a member of the Career Success Library.

Skills 147

Skills Stress Learning Management 147

Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 17, 2019

I hope you enjoy our key skills round-up 2019. We focused really heavily this year on increasing our content around the key skills Assistants need to develop in their role this year. We covered a lot of skills including minute taking, event management, organising business travel, project management and everything in between!

2019 130

2019 Skills UPS Project Management 130

Eat Your Career

JANUARY 31, 2022

In fact, actively managing them is also part of the job! NOTE: Registration for the live event is open and free for anyone. However, to access the replay of the event, you need to be a member of the Career Success Library. However, to access the replay of the event, you need to be a member of the Career Success Library.

Management 182

Management Environment Skills Learning 182

Practically Perfect PA

MAY 3, 2019

When it comes to managing an event, there are so many moving parts and so much to think about. Using technology to help manage your events will make the task so much easier. Here are our favourite tech tools to organise any event.

Management 184

Management Skills 184

Allwork

MARCH 9, 2023

With so many coworking space management software options available, it can be difficult to determine which app is worthwhile and which software will best meet the needs of your coworking space. andcards Efficiently managing a coworking space should be easy, and that’s exactly what andcards aims to help operators do.

2023 264

2023 Management Expenses Training 264

Success

MAY 22, 2022

Although you probably won’t see a layoff coming years in advance, laying the financial groundwork to manage a job loss well ahead of time can make the process easier. Having a healthy emergency fund and focusing on paying off debt while employed will help you on your financial journey and make an unexpected job loss easier to manage.

Management 263

Management Health Budget Lifestyle 263

Allwork

MAY 6, 2024

Job seekers should leverage both online communities and in-person events to build connections that can unlock hidden job opportunities and provide valuable industry insights. To begin with, update your LinkedIn profile to reflect your most recent accomplishments and skills. Getting your resume and cover letter up to date is paramount.

2024 301

2024 Resume Job Hunting Interviewing 301

Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Since administrative professionals are usually the ones planning events, managing catering, speakers, binders, and AV/tech, it was wonderful to celebrate their learning achievements through a great event celebrating each of them as a stellar assistant! When YOU come to the conference, don’t miss the Gala event!

Administrative Professionals 198

Administrative Professionals Networking Business Cards International 198

Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2018

One of the most important tools to control any event is the event budget. Despite it being just a humble document the budget is what underpins every successful event. It’s normally just a simple excel spreadsheet or perhaps its a page on your accounting software. In this post, I want to help you give your […].

Budget 164

Budget Health Skills Management 164

Practically Perfect PA

MAY 11, 2017

Organising team building events seems to be one task that most assistants are asked to manage, which is not much of a surprise considering we are pretty awesome at organising events! Firstly, you have to know exactly why your team needs building – getting objectives for any event can be really difficult.

Budget 150

Budget Collaborate Skills Management 150

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 3, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Cara talks about growing your career as an executive assistant, managing a team of assistants, and tips for interviewing and being interviewed. LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS Check out our constantly updated schedule of events for admins and assistants at LeaderAssistantLive.com.

Management 86

Management Interviewing Mentoring Confidence 86

Eat Your Career

JUNE 3, 2019

Join us for this month’s free webinar on the topic of “How to Position Yourself for Management.”. Let’s be honest: Management isn’t for everyone. It takes a specific set of skills to be a great manager, and some people just don’t have what it takes. How to Position Yourself for Management (Free Webinar).

Management 182

Management Skills Promotion Learning 182

Allwork

MARCH 6, 2024

By offering flexible workplace resources and configurations, employees are empowered to choose work settings that best suit their needs and are held accountable for their productivity, moving towards a model that values the quality of work events over traditional space allocation metrics. Who owns company data and authorizes access?

Agencies 306

Agencies Collaborate 2020 Keyboards 306

Allwork

MARCH 12, 2024

Build a vibrant community by hosting events, partnering with local businesses, and continuously improving based on member feedback. Events and Workshops Foster a sense of community and continuous learning by organizing regular events, workshops and networking sessions within your coworking space.

Ergonomics 279

Ergonomics Collaborate Equipment Budget 279

Allwork

JANUARY 16, 2024

Physical damage to corporate assets due to extreme weather events and the challenges associated with transitioning to low-carbon technologies are factors that contributed to this concern. The data also suggests that there is a need for businesses to invest in skill development and talent acquisition strategies this year. and Australia.

2024 279

2024 Skills Policies Environment 279

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 22, 2017

We used a combination of iPads and Post-it notes to ask our workshop attendees questions about what makes an event supplier great, and what makes them not-so-great…. What does a good event supplier do? Excellent communication skills, keep in touch with their clients. What is frustrating from an event supplier?

Suppliers 153

Suppliers 2017 Skills Networking 153

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

As we all know, when it comes to organising events there are a million decisions that have to be made. The venue choice is a significant consideration and something that can make or break an event. From catering through to goodie bags and badges, there are a ton of things to think about. So, in […].

Skills 222

Skills Management 222

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Back in 2013 HAAGA-HELIA University of Applied Sciences in Helsinki, Finland released the Management Assistant 2020 report , which detailed how the role of an Assistant will change by 2020. One of the predictions centred around the idea that Assistants would become information managers in their organisations.

Management 162

Management 2013 2020 Filing 162

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 22, 2017

We used a combination of iPads and Post-it notes to ask our workshop attendees questions about what makes an event supplier great, and what makes them not-so-great…. What does a good event supplier do? Excellent communication skills, keep in touch with their clients. What is frustrating from an event supplier?

Suppliers 138

Suppliers 2017 Skills Networking 138

Allwork

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Coworking spaces aid in the creation of new career opportunities, equip people with skills, knowledge, and education, and support work-related tasks. With more coworking spaces comes more job opportunities in the workspace industry, including community manager roles. Access to technology is a privilege that many people do not have.

Equipment 279

Equipment 2017 Collaborate Skills 279

Success

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I had to develop different ways and different skills to cope.” To compensate, he says, he developed social skills. These events are just one avenue of influence for Levy, the author of You’re Invited: The Art and Science of Connection, Trust, and Belonging and The 2 AM Principle: Discover the Science of Adventure.

2019 306

2019 2023 Skills Management 306

Office Dynamics

JUNE 6, 2019

You have the fundamentals down pat and even demonstrate advanced skill sets. What might be missing from your bag of skills? Think of the future in terms of: new projects outcomes goals your executive’s calendar important upcoming event potential business Consider trends and changes in technology. So where do you go from here?

Skills 214

Skills 2019 Calendars Purchasing 214

Practically Perfect PA

MAY 11, 2017

Organising team building events seems to be one task that most assistants are asked to manage, which is not much of a surprise considering we are pretty awesome at organising events! Firstly, you have to know exactly why your team needs building – getting objectives for any event can be really difficult.

Budget 100

Budget Collaborate Skills Management 100

Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2016

For many years I have consulted the guide for restaurant and venue ideas, it has always been my first port of call when managers have asked me to book restaurants for them. I have also used both the website and the Squaremeal guide for numerous events, from small external meetings to week long residential conferences.

Restaurants 100

Restaurants Suppliers 2016 Social Media 100

Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 7, 2023

Your skills in organization, communication, and high-level task management open the door to a world of exciting business possibilities! From managing their calendars, emails, and travel arrangements to handling administrative tasks with precision, your efficiency, and professionalism will be in high demand.

Travel 163

Travel Project Management Skills Budget 163

Practically Perfect PA

JULY 3, 2014

Congratulations, your event is finished. Feedback from the events you organise is really important for a number of reasons. Firstly, your organisation will have spent substantial amount of money on the event and the feedback will help demonstration the return on investment. Here is my event feedback template. Not at all.

Forms 100

Forms Networking Skills AT&T 100

Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

But something changed about 10 years ago…I started getting really interested in the science and art of time management. I am by no means a time management expert—learning to make the most of the precious time I have is a lifelong journey that I will likely never truly master, but will always strive to improve upon. Duration: 1 hour.

Management 138

Management Learning Goals Skills 138

Success

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

A journaling practice can help you manage anxiety, reduce stress and reflect on the aspects of your life that you’d like to improve. By increasing your skills and proficiency in various ways, you’re paving the road to succeed in your current role and in whatever future positions you hold.

Goals 306

Goals Skills Health Networking 306

Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 8, 2017

Organising a business event or corporate hospitality can be a tricky and time consuming task. The art of finding the perfect venue for your corporate event is never easy. In fact, you’ll be wondering how you ever managed without a venue finder. Why should you use a professional venue finder? A low stress solution.

Budget 159

Budget Negotiating Agencies Stress 159

Eat Your Career

JULY 2, 2018

Working well with others is, indeed, an essential skill. I’ve seen a lot of talented professionals suffer because they don’t know how to effectively self-manage. Without a manager guiding and encouraging them at every step, they would be lost. At the same time, I’ve seen other professionals who are stifled by micro-management.

Management 138

Management Holidays Skills Collaborate 138

Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2015

Register Now, It’s a free event! Invite your female friends and fellow colleagues for this life- and career-changing event. Sign up today and you’ll receive: Admission to the live event with Joan on May 7 at 10 a.m. Will you be joining us for this free event? . Living Your BIG & Bold Life with Joan Burge.

Assertiveness 100

Assertiveness Etiquette Administrative Professionals 2015 100

Allwork

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Remote work’s popularity is rising with diverse opportunities across various sectors, enabling professionals to find jobs that match their skills and lifestyles while offering the chance to work from anywhere. To begin, one should have clarity on the types of work-from-home roles that align with their skills and experience.

Salary 328

Salary Lifestyle Customer Service Skills 328

Success

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Whether you want to learn new technical skills, are hoping to expand your role in your company or are looking to move to a new job, creating a professional development plan can help you level up. In its initial phase, the plan takes into account your current skills and knowledge while defining your purpose.

Goals 264

Goals Skills Networking Stress 264

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Here is a snap shot of the Practically Perfect PA questionnaire, which has now been filled in by almost 300 of our readers, it shows that one of the main functions of an assistant’s role continues to be events management. Events will continue to be an arena in which assistants can showcase their core skills.

Budget 100

Budget 2015 Training Management 100

Tips From T. Marie

MAY 10, 2023

Use the right tools: Use video conferencing tools, learning management systems, and other software to deliver your tutoring or teaching services. Virtual Event Planning The pandemic changed the way we work and interact, virtual events have become the new norm. e-Commerce Business What exactly is an e-commerce business?

Social Media 221

Social Media Management Learning Goals 221

Allwork

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The survey, which collected responses from 501 tech executives at the director level or above, found that approximately one-third (32%) admitted to using these substances as a means to enhance performance and manage the stress and long hours associated with their roles.

Environment 246

Environment Stress Policies Health 246