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What I Learned the Year We (Nearly) Skipped Christmas

Success

My suitcase was packed, my traveling clothes all laid out. Jimmy Buffett’s island-inspired tunes became a staple in our house as she yearned for palm trees and warm sand. Soon she put on her Christmas charm bracelet and whipped up a tray full of pigs in a blanket, which had already become an expected staple at the neighborhood potluck.

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A 4-Question Guide to Unlock Your Creativity

Success

That is, even the folks who couldn’t think of anything to do with the paper clip besides holding papers together were just as likely to write and direct a successful play as the people who had loads of MacGyver-type tricks for the humble office-supply staple. Divergent thinking doesn’t always predict creativity. But it still counts.

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Threadneedles Hotel, London

Practically Perfect PA

For room service I ordered fish and chips (a British staple) and a large glass of wine. If your boss is travelling on business to the City of London you can’t go wrong with Threadneedles. Both were fantastic and just what I needed. The food and the view of the TV from the middle of the bed really did make my evening!

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Del Frisco’s, Boston

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Derek the Executive Chef and Anthony the General Manager. We assumed meeting the Executive Chef and the Wine Director was a reviewer only privilege but we had no doubt that every other table had a chat with the manager and the wine man. Each more welcoming and enthusiastic than the last. It is that kind of place.

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Honored “Best Book” In Best of The Best Office Products and Services

Office Dynamics

Best Online Travel Websites. It presents the latest news; hints and tips in various sectors including career, events and travel. Brother (for label makers). Best Office/Copier Brand Paper. Hammermill. Best Calendaring Programs. Best Shipping Service. Best Car Rental. Enterprise. Best Shredders. Best Stationary & Supplies Companies.

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15 social media and technology trends for 2015

Practically Perfect PA

For assistants who have managers that engage with social media it is important that they have a variety of great images that they can use when tweeting, updating LinkedIn and writing for the corporate blog. For those managing their organisation’s social media this is something you might be asked to research in 2015.

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Interview Questions and Answers for PAs, EAs and Admins Part 6

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During every competency based interview I have been asked about my people management skills. I did work with a manager a few years ago that I struggled to get on with. When answering questions about complex tasks I often refer to organising difficult travel plans because you re more than likely going to be doing this in the new job.