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5 Ways to Thrill Your Customers (Because a Thank You Email Just Doesn’t Cut It Anymore)

Success

Or what about an elegant restaurant that has a dress code prohibiting shorts? Instead of turning someone away, a restaurant staffer escorts him to a private closet that has “loaner pants.” A couple of hours later, the happy patron pays his $200 tab; he will return to the restaurant nine times the next year.

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Administrative/Clerical: Tips for the Office Holiday Party

Office Dynamics

The office holiday party is a hallowed institution with a rich and storied history. The office holiday party of the 1950s and ''60s is today the stuff of legend. The first thing to think about in an office holiday party is the venue. Speaking of sobriety, bringing alcohol to an office holiday party is a fraught business.

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3 Ways the Office Party Can Help Your Career

On The Job

Whether it's an office potluck or a nice dinner at a fancy restaurant, most workplaces have some type of holiday gathering. Still, I'm not saying you shouldn't have a good time, and getting into the spirit of the holidays can actually help your career. What's your favorite holiday tradition?" you can ask. Mute your phone.

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Gift Giving for Executive Assistants and Clients

Worxbee

It’s not that it’s an expectation, but receiving a gift is definitely appreciated and can be a good way to show you value your EA, clients, or team members. Whether it’s for the holidays, for Administrative Professionals Day, as a thank you, or just because, there are great gift options for every budget. Cirque du Soleil? Basketball?

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Squaremeal Venues + Events Live

Practically Perfect PA

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. For most assistants working in the UK the Squaremeal website and guide is a well-loved and trusted resource. In fact, they will have a whole lot to gain.

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Qualities of a Great Restaurant CEO And Why This Industry Is Different

Small Business CEO

However, being a restaurant CEO is a little more specific than other executive management positions in other companies. Being a great restaurant CEO takes specific skills along with dedication. Owning a profitable restaurant takes more than hard work – it takes the know-how of the daily ins and outs.

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Spotlight on assistant resources: Square Meal Venues and Events Live

Practically Perfect PA

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. For most assistants working in the UK the Square Meal website and guide is a well-loved and trusted resource. In fact, they will have a whole lot to gain. .