Practically Perfect PA

JULY 15, 2015

With Assist Travel coming up in September in London I wanted to share one of our most popular blogs with you – The Ultimate Travel Itinerary. A well organised travel itinerary is an essential service that assistants can provide for their managers. One of my directors travelled from Sydney to Tokyo on the same trip.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 21, 2015

We held our first Assist Travel conference and exhibition on Friday 25th September at the Hilton Bankside and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed the day. It was particularly brilliant being the first event to take place at the Hilton Bankside. I hope those that came along enjoyed it too. It was a big hit and got everyone talking!

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 9, 2015

Assistants are using technology to help them manage their events and also to make their events better. Event Management Systems – taking all of the administration away from your events. Event Management Systems – taking all of the administration away from your events. Check out: The Live Group.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

I don’t know about you but I have spent hours arranging and then rearranging travel for my Executives. It takes up a huge amount of time and can be incredibly complex especially if they are travelling to a number of destinations with connecting flights and a host of visa requirements. Which corporate travel agency should you use?

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 30, 2017

Core Competencies / Featured / Time Management. March Newsletters. We also published a few newsletters this month that you might want to take a look at! Office Technology Newsletter. Career Development Newsletter. March Practically Perfect PA Newsletter. That’s everything for this month!

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 4, 2016

For any of us that have heard Lucy speak, we will know that Matthew is the person that keeps the wheels rolling at Executive Secretary Magazine while Lucy travels around the world promoting the industry. Matthew also has a key role in organising the Exec Sec Live events which take place in London, Dubai, South Africa and New Zealand.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 30, 2017

Core Competencies / Featured / Time Management March 17, 2017 Technology of the week: iTranslate Featured / Office Tech / Technology of the week March 16, 2017 Creating Powerful Presentations Core Skills / Featured / Office Tech / The Assist Conference. March Newsletters.

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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 would maybe work with suppliers in any given city once or twice, while a DMC worked with these same suppliers many times over.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 3, 2014

If you haven’t been before, it is a fantastic exhibition for PAs, EAs, VAs, Office Managers and Administrators, which brings together lots of great training and really relevant suppliers for office professionals. CTI are one of the 15 top travel management companies in the UK. CTI Roadshow Partners are: British Airways.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 19, 2017

As many of you will know, I moved to Barcelona a few years ago to work as an assistant and marketing manager for Gallus Events. When I decided to move to Barcelona and start working for a small and young events company I thought the new stuff I would learn and the experiences I would have would look great on my CV.

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Success

AUGUST 29, 2022

I traveled the world from Australia to Switzerland, selling tickets and packages to corporate clients for the world’s largest sporting events. I was caught in the middle of a scandal, between one supplier and thousands of people I made promises to. It all started in 2001 when I launched a service business based on just an idea.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 31, 2017

MAY 18, 2017: Supplier of the week: Gilded Globe. MAY 11, 2017: Organising the best team building event ever. MAY 4, 2017: Why you should use a trusted ground transportation company for your Executive’s travel. Assist Events Newsletter. MAY 24, 2017: The world’s very first virtual summit for PAs.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 7, 2017

I also organise his business travel. Since my boss travels a lot, I take care of his travel expenses and supplier invoices. For instance, once one of my former bosses was on his way to an event and the train was unexpectedly delayed. Can you recommend any events, website, publications for other assistants? .

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 14, 2014

All you have to do is book a car to Heathrow Airport, organise transfers on arrival at the foreign destination and then make sure that all your travellers get to every meeting in their jam-packed itinerary without a hitch. Choose the best supplier for your needs. How many people are travelling? Will there be a lot of luggage?

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

We also have to know what cultural events are taking place that might impress a visiting client, great team building locations for our executives and all of those hidden gem venues that can host the perfect parties and conferences. I spent a lot of time researching great venues, restaurants, hotels and suppliers and I really enjoyed it.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 6, 2017

If you can get out and about, attend networking events and get to know other assistants this really helps. If you have a great supplier that you can share with your network or any advice, training suggestions or something that you have implemented that works sharing this knowledge don’t hold back from sharing the information.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional development. This means that I am not always in the office. All of which are relevant to our industry too!

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional development. This means that I am not always in the office. All of which are relevant to our industry too!

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional development. This means that I am not always in the office. All of which are relevant to our industry too!

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 17, 2022

I use OneNote for virtually everything – from procedures to travel planning to the way I manage my projects and speaking events. Vendors/Suppliers – Orange. When it comes to note-taking software, you can’t beat the functionality and ease of OneNote. But many users are only scratching the surface of the program’s capabilities.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 25, 2014

From magazines, blogs, exclusive membership clubs to events and exhibitions. PA Life magazine is published six times a year and includes a mixture of lifestyle features, updates on suppliers, industry news and articles on how to improve professional skills. The first event takes place on 1 May 2014 at Emirates Stadium, London.

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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. There are many ways to achieve this, including reading management literature, attending seminars, company events or conferences, keeping up-to-date with technology and taking courses.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 1, 2015

I provide extensive diary management including global travel arrangements, compile reports, agendas and for Committee and Board meetings. I also act as the central point of contact for both Directors which might include meeting clients/suppliers, telephone liaison and managing emails whilst they are away. What do you have for lunch?

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

If your small business runs a series of charity events, for example, you will very quickly see a morale boost in workers who actively get involved. And speaking of ecology, small businesses can decrease their costs by cutting unnecessary measures such as packaging, travel and energy. It’s a good idea to cut ties to bad suppliers too.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Develop the 2014 content marketing strategy in line with business activities and the 2014 events calendar. The first large commercial event is in July 2014. All marketing strategies to be completed by February 2014 with a lead in time of 4 months per event. To be completed for Q3. Personal objectives.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Develop the 2014 content marketing strategy in line with business activities and the 2014 events calendar. The first large commercial event is in July 2014. All marketing strategies to be completed by February 2014 with a lead in time of 4 months per event. To be completed for Q3. Personal objectives.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Develop the 2014 content marketing strategy in line with business activities and the 2014 events calendar. The first large commercial event is in July 2014. All marketing strategies to be completed by February 2014 with a lead in time of 4 months per event. To be completed for Q3. Personal objectives.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 10, 2017

The diary claims a lot of time – scheduling and rescheduling meetings – and I also have a shared inbox with the other assistants so we can cover each other and make sure everything’s getting done that needs to be; that can be processing overtime payments for technical staff, arranging catering for supplier meetings, international travel, expenses….

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2016

Meeting other assistants who work near by, who share the same suppliers, hotels, restaurants etc. Amy : My career highlight to date has to be being given the opportunity to speak at events, since taking my role at Skyscanner. It is brilliant! Amy : I am a OneNote advocate! I have everything in my OneNote.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 21, 2016

Join Jonathan Bradshaw as he explores his company’s rich archive of behavioural research and uncovers insights, as well as practical tips, tools and techniques, on how to improve your performance as an Assistant by communicating more effectively with suppliers, customers, colleagues and most importantly your Executive.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

Internal & External Training: The first external conference that I ever attended was Square Meal Venues and Events. Once it was understood that I needed them in order to fully execute my role and be an effective brand ambassador it was signed off. Moral of the story – if you don’t ask, you don’t get.

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Allwork

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Coworkers will also favor coworking spaces that work only with eco-conscious (preferably local) suppliers of goods and services. Environmentally-friendly energy management (including flooring and roofing) and reusable energy suppliers. Encouragement of sustainable travel (adequate bike storage, wash facilities etc).

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 13, 2010

Scudamore believes his philosophy so much that he has invited another competitor, Jason Mohr who runs Any Junk in London, to come visit their offices in Vancouver and even offered to pay half of his traveling costs! Together, they’ve shared best practices that each could apply in their respective countries. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Denise Aday

APRIL 30, 2010

Service packages are harder because of the broad array of ongoing services we provide in a month’s retainer: Scheduling; email and calls with clients, suppliers and colleagues; wiki/website updates; event/travel coordination; general admin; CRM; email marketing; HR support; purchasing; and oh the list goes on!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

  The Double-Month-Minder I have used this method for many years as we keep track of all appts and events for our family of four.   Sharing Your Plan with Your Partner Real Time I travel often but still need to actively share my plan and schedule with my partner. Pocket or purse sized so easy to take along ALWAYS.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

They run events, they organise meetings, they book business travel, they organise corporate hospitality and order promotional goods. It’s no wonder then that assistants decide which suppliers to use and often purchase their services without having to get approval from Executives or Procurement. Purchasing Power.

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