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. You need to juggle the demands for location, capacity, budget, amenities and environmental factors to get the right result for your event. A free service.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 22, 2015

As Event Professionals (#Eventprofs), most of us will have experienced a request to organise an event with brevity of instruction…. ‘We We need to organise an event in London for 200 people on 20 th June’. Event Planning. Not all questions relating to the organisation of an event are immediately obvious.

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Success

MARCH 14, 2022

People will say yes based more on your belief and conviction than on your product knowledge or technical skills,” Hopkins says. “A In any event, remain positive, Hopkins says. Each sales call is a new chapter in negotiation. Silence is simple but powerful,” he says. Being the Boss.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 24, 2017

We also possess a unique set of skills, many of which are transferable into lots of different disciplines. Oh yes PAs are no doubt equipped with a much broader skill set than most people (and maybe you) would give you credit for. My first true events project was for an internal communications conference and summer party for 200 people.

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Project Management Mentoring Negotiating Skills 195

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 24, 2017

We also possess a unique set of skills, many of which are transferable into lots of different disciplines. Oh yes PAs are no doubt equipped with a much broader skill set than most people (and maybe you) would give you credit for. My first true events project was for an internal communications conference and summer party for 200 people.

Project Management 195

Project Management Mentoring Negotiating Skills 195

Office Dynamics

MARCH 18, 2020

At Office Dynamics International, Secretaries, Executive Assistants, and Administrative Assistants alike have approached us on skills, tactics, and traits to implement in order to achieve agility and survive the pressures of today’s society. Earlier this month you may have been scheduling business trips, events and negotiating with vendors.

Administrative Professionals 147

Administrative Professionals Negotiating Equipment Calendars 147

BioTeams

AUGUST 18, 2013

In a perfect world, negotiation would be unnecessary. Most of us go through some sort of negotiation on a daily basis. Whether it''s getting your child to eat their vegetables in exchange for ice cream or getting that fortune 500 Company to hire you, knowing how to negotiate is imperative. Here are ten steps to help you.

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Success

MAY 20, 2022

Create policy for the event that a new innovation stems from the partnership. Create a mediation plan or a strategy to dissolve the partnership in the event the arrangement goes south. No money changes hands, but both AAA and 1-800-GOT-JUNK gain increased exposure at an event that benefits the environment and the community.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2020

And yet assistants help file digital documents and manage calls through their cell phones, so the skills required for these tasks haven’t completely gone away. Executive assistants are running meetings, making hiring decisions, giving presentations, negotiating contracts, managing budgets and are considered co-leaders.

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Calendars Administrative Professionals PowerPoint Skills 325

Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

He asked me to find a location, negotiate a lease, remodel the space if needed and take care of all interior decorating and procurement. Three months later I selected the location, negotiated the lease, remodeled the space and purchased new furniture, office equipment, and supplies. Negotiators. Creative Event Planners.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 3, 2015

Tomorrow we’ll be offering a free webinar focused on Getting to Yes, which has brought up a lot of thoughts around the idea of assistants needing to build the power of their persuasive skills. For more, join us at tomorrow’s free event! Here are 7 ideas for principles of persuasion to implement right away. Offer options.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 22, 2019

A meeting planner by MY definition is the go-to person and should be a key member of the design (or planning) team within an organization — be it corporate, association or otherwise — charged with the responsibility of planning and executing a meeting or special event. Planners utilize their project management.

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Meeting Planning Negotiating Project Management Expenses 214

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 8, 2014

Most organisations do not have a dedicated event professional so the job falls to us – and what a complicated job it is! When it comes to organising an event I always remind assistants this is a profession in its own right. When it comes to organising an event I always remind assistants this is a profession in its own right.

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Agencies Negotiating Equipment Training 100

C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The dynamics of this relationship are at the heart of effective business operations, ensuring the seamless execution of tasks, the navigation of often complicated negotiations, and the establishment of lasting connections. The power of human connection cannot be replaced by an AI tool. Why Choose Human Executive Assistants?

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

From hotels to stationery manufacturers, car hire companies and venues for events we are constantly procuring suppliers. Whatever it happens to be if you understand your buying power it will enable you to negotiate and it will help you attract high quality suppliers. Here are my top 5 tips: Understand your buying power. Meet in person.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 18, 2016

You may want to volunteer to organise the office move, the Christmas party, run a training course for the other support staff or organise an event. Ask your client or stakeholder, the person who asked you to take on the project, what are the primary parameters for the project, what are the secondary and what is most negotiable.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

A meeting planner by MY definition is the go-to person within an organization – be it corporate, association or otherwise – charged with the responsibility of planning and executing a meeting or special event. I believe meeting planners and administrative professionals possess similar skills/traits that enable them to be good at what they do.

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Success

JULY 5, 2021

They came to the United States with skill sets and a belief they could prosper from it. There’s “fake it till you make it,” and there’s making the most of your skills no matter what. As a DJ, Khaled’s events did that. “If It takes musical skill and a degree of technical precision. Making a record is extremely difficult.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 13, 2016

I am the only PA in our company – I wanted to network with like-minded people, as this is my first office job, but noticed that the majority of the events were London-based. What made you decide to set up the network? What are the objectives of the network? The Peterborough PA network aims to share knowledge, experience and best practice.

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Page Personnel

AUGUST 26, 2022

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. What does it take to be a successful office manager?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 5, 2015

But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like. These basics are the foundation for more advanced skills, such as persuasion, negotiation, crisis management and conflict resolution.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

Every day, we can face conflicting views, opinions, approaches to a project or differences about when to host an event. This is an important skill to develop for any individual who has to work with others. Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.”

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

Develop persuasion and negotiation skills. Daily, you have opportunities to persuade or negotiate whether working with an administrative team, individual or your executive. Additional Registration & Event Information. Certification is Optional.).

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

She helped us understand how creating and developing a lasting business connection takes time and skill, and delivered unique tools for surmounting awkward moments, starting conversations effortlessly, and the art of follow up. The two are not only very different skill sets but are not in any way interchangeable.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Collaborate Networking Skills 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

So, you’re doing an event? All event planning starts with the venue. While the right venue is most likely the largest expense of your event experience, it is also the most influential in shaping the overall guest experience. What is the purpose of the event? That is the first and most important question.

Agencies 100

Agencies Budget Suppliers Negotiating 100

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. While some contractors offer skills that are useful for one-time jobs, our favourite VAs—apart from becoming our friends—became a part of our team and were involved in several projects regularly.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

While everyone must competently use today’s information technology tools, too many of us are ignoring the proven importance and effectiveness of interpersonal communication skills. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Sign up today and you’ll receive: Admission to the live event with Joan on 3/10/2015 (10 a.m.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. Highlight WIFM (what’s in it for me) and help them to see that you will gain skills and knowledge that will be essential for future growth. Be prepared to negotiate if necessary. Magazine Subscriptions.

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Business Cards International Training Networking 100

Step It Up VA Coaching

APRIL 23, 2015

They have the skills, the knowledge and the desire to have that success, but they also have these fears that keep them from making it happen. So, start small if you want—volunteer to speak at Chamber events, local groups, internet radio shows, teleseminars, workshops, wherever. Contract negotiations. I understand; I get it.

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Recruit CRM

MAY 22, 2021

Ensure you do the following: Provide a competitive salary package Negotiate the commission Lay the groundwork before it's too late and your best candidates think of changing employers. Create an all-time learning culture in your brokerage, assisting real estate agents to acquire more real-time skills.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

A lot of Job Specs tend to focus on a standard set of skills rather than the actual responsibilities. It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. CPD – Active learning in relation to both hard and soft skills. Risk Management. Human Resources.

Social Media 100

Social Media Fax Skills Suppliers 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 21, 2016

The negotiator is someone who usually tries to make up the rules as she/he goes along. For example, if a negotiator sees a co-worker drinking at lunch, they might wait to see if the behavior affects her/his job in any way, to see if it happens again or if anyone else notices.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating IAAP Expenses 100

Step It Up VA Coaching

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

They have the skills, the knowledge and the desire to have that success, but they also have these fears that keep them from making it happen. So, start small if you want—volunteer to speak at Chamber events, local groups, internet radio shows, teleseminars, workshops, wherever. Contract negotiations. I understand; I get it.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Confidence Twitter Facebook 100

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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Bonnie Low Kramen

JANUARY 11, 2023

Quickly, Low-Kramen realized that prioritizing was a vital movie-set skill. Local cops also came to the rescue when Dukakis was due to appear at an event in Princeton, New Jersey, having flown into New York City from a film set. The driver said a police escort would be the only way to get to the event on time.

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Salary Training AT&T Temping 52

Office Dynamics

MAY 2, 2010

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking at an Administrative Professionals Week event in Washington, DC. But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like. It's a win-win strategy.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating Skills 2010 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 2, 2010

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking at an Administrative Professionals Week event in Washington, DC. But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like. It's a win-win strategy.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating Skills 2010 100