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How to remain relevant in the 4th Industrial Revolution

The Persistent Assistant

We’re entrenched in the 4 th Industrial Revolution and technological advances are mind-blowing. Our desire for constant connectivity and instant gratification have resulted in everyone being connected and contactable most of the time…. An example of this is the “Time Machine” app I use on my smartphone. You can do this!

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10 Apps for Administrative Productivity and Organization

Office Dynamics

Chat by phone or video conferencing, record meetings, and share screens to keep each other up to date, even if you’re continents apart! Time Zone Converter Apps: Time zones can be tricky, especially if you or your executive is working virtually from another state or country. Another cool one is World Time Buddy.

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The Ultimate Executive Assistant Toolbox

Worxbee

A Handle Over Current Affairs Executive assistants can go the extra mile in their jobs by staying on top of industry news and current affairs that can impact the business. Consider what is happening in the industry, with competitors, and more broadly, in technology and legal matters that can affect the business.

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Virtues of going Virtual: Working whilst on holiday

Practically Perfect PA

Depending on where you are in the world, working on different time zones to your clients can be tricky but with plenty of planning and preparation in the lead up to your trip, your service needn’t be compromised. This may sound obvious but check time zones before you go to ensure you operate as you would from home.

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Ultimate travel itinerary

Practically Perfect PA

Additionally if you have equipped your manager with all of the information they need to deal with any emergencies, they will be able to cope without you being there to help, particularly if they are in a different time zone. If your Director has a smart phone or tablet then do make use of online city guide apps.

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Great Apps for Assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Both times I’ve replaced my phone as quickly as is humanly possible because I am just lost without it (sometimes I am literally lost without it thanks to my dependence on Google maps to get me about London!). Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check your details on the go.

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Great Apps for Assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Both times I’ve replaced my phone as quickly as is humanly possible because I am just lost without it (sometimes I am literally lost without it thanks to my dependence on Google maps to get me about London!). Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check your details on the go.