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Networking with ACE Connects

Practically Perfect PA

Back in November I had the pleasure of speaking to 50 assistants who were attending a networking event organised by ACE (Assistant Community EMEA), an internal networking group set up by assistants at BlackRock. They asked each table to write an example of an area that would improve the assistant role.

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The What, Who and How of Outsourcing… So You Can Let Go

Success

If you’re wondering whether you’re ready to outsource, the following tips and examples should be helpful: Deciding what to outsource. For example, anytime Apple changed its operating system or upgraded Siri, her company needed to adapt. “We As a company, we lead with our hearts and are very transparent with our suppliers,” she says.

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To boost productivity in the UK, we need to think big and different

Workplace Insight

The direct cost of avoidable error in the construction industry, for example, is around 5 percent of project value according to international studies highlighted by construction industry experts GIRI (Get It Right Initiative). ’ Similarly in the oil and gas sector, it’s circa 15 percent of project value.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

No matter how heavy your workload is… Everyone can and should be a Networker.” Illustrate the benefits of networking with peers and the exchange of best practice. Internal & External Training. Membership to Networking Clubs & Associations. Support for an Internal PA Network. Richard Branson.

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Ten critical foundations for successful collaborative networks

BioTeams

A Virtual Enterprise Network (VEN) is a voluntary and dynamic community of SMEs that commit to working together for a period of at least six months (ideally, twelve months) to collectively seek opportunities to participate in collaborative projects of mutual business advantage. Network Ground Rules. Network Development and Governance.

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Invest in yourself

Practically Perfect PA

If you are reading this blog then I guess I am talking to the converted in terms of knowing that you need to keep your skills up to date, and network with other assistants… Otherwise you would’t be here! Think about how you can achieve these objectives on your own, through the company or with an external supplier.

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Some training suggestions for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Internal training and graduate programmes. If your company has an internal training programme which could be online do take the time to have a look at the options. You can meet with potential suppliers but also attend free training sessions. Networking Groups. Training for tasks. business administration.

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