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Inside the Edinburgh PA Network

Practically Perfect PA

Over the last few years there are plenty more online communities and in more recent times we have taken networking to a whole new level with local networks, organised by assistants, springing up all over the place. Meeting other assistants who work near by, who share the same suppliers, hotels, restaurants etc. It is brilliant!

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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. Magazine Subscriptions. Membership to Networking Clubs & Associations. Support for an Internal PA Network. Richard Branson. Salary Increase.

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Remember to visit CTI at the Office* Show next week

Practically Perfect PA

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. Office* Show drinks reception. Readers can apply for tickets by emailing RSVP@cti.co.uk. CTI Roadshows.

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Spotlight on assistant resources: PA Life

Practically Perfect PA

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. There are a lot of different resources available to assistants.

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Digital Printing for your Paprless Needs: Holiday Gift Guide

Eco-Office Gals

I had the pleasure of working with Donna Maria of Indie Business Network on a 32 page Holiday Gift Guide. You will see we linked every page to the advertisers website and social networks for a seamless, interactive shopping experience. It was a long haul and I probably did more wrong then I did right.

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Using social media to empower Assistants

Practically Perfect PA

You can follow and connect with other Assistants, clients, colleagues, suppliers, brand ambassadors and influencers. By doing this you will become aware of what is going on in your industry & profession, potential training / conferences, networking associations, publications to read, awards to enter etc. The world is your oyster.

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Some training suggestions for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

You can meet with potential suppliers but also attend free training sessions. Networking Groups. There are PA networking groups springing up all over the place these days, which is absolutely brilliant! Executive Secretary Magazine has a good up to date list on their website. LinkedIn Groups and articles.

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