Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Enjoy today’s interview with Shelley Trask, EA at Slack which is full of Executive Assistant Tips and Tricks. What are the main aspects of your role? I support our CTO & Co-founder, Cal Henderson and VP of Engineering, Michael Lopp, both of whom manage one of the largest teams at Slack. My job is to act […].

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Office Dynamics

JULY 20, 2019

In part one of “ Empowering Tips ” I mentioned that the word Empower is not only the theme of the 26 th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence , it is also used in a variety of situations and conversations. What skills do assistants need to develop to project empowerment and to feel empowered? Confident communication.

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Success

JUNE 19, 2022

If you’re wondering whether you’re ready to outsource, the following tips and examples should be helpful: Deciding what to outsource. Often owners are so busy running their businesses that they don’t examine their activities closely enough to realize that others can assist,” she says. Who you gonna call?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 28, 2024

The following guide was put together by my friends at Tyler Griffen and aims to provide business owners, entrepreneurs, assistants, and HR professionals with a detailed roadmap to hiring an executive assistant. What is the Role of an Executive Assistant?

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Success

MARCH 4, 2024

Another reason they closed the travel agency is because The White House had offered Tonya a job as the deputy assistant secretary for civil rights at the Department of Education. Besides sharing untold stories, they’ve had the opportunity to interview some well-known people like Maya Angelou.

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Bonnie Low-Krayman

JANUARY 4, 2024

It is a global trend for new leaders at a company to receive an orientation on how to utilize an assistant. In it are the following tips. These requests can be for assistance to land a new job, negotiate a raise, or identify a contact. Good morning! Say, “Good morning First Name ” and be sure to pronounce the name correctly.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

Seeking better benefits; health, retirement, education assistance or flexible schedule. I knew with my experience and overqualifications the interview committee would want to know why I would be willing to take a pay cut and less work responsibilities. Ask questions during the interview. Changing career field.

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Worxbee

DECEMBER 20, 2021

One thing we do often as part of running an agency for virtual executive assistants is hiring remotely. Here are some tips for hiring in a virtual world: #1. Most candidates want to know details, such as how interviews will run and what any potential pre-hiring test will look like. We’ve learned a thing or two along the way!

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ProAssisting Blog

MARCH 9, 2010

. & Office Managers E-Learning Modules Outline E-Learning Modules: Part 1 Contact Us Enrollment Login All Posts, Tales from the Trenches, (4) Comments So you wanna be a Virtual Assistant (VA)? One common line of questioning surrounds that of being a Virtual Assistant or VA. What do they do? How do they get started? What do they charge?

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Changed job, moving to an administrative assistant position in HR with a Fortune 500 company where I was able to get a big picture perspective of the potential for further career opportunities. Learned of a possible opening in the Conference Services area; requested informational interview. Grab a copy here.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 25, 2019

Key reminders and tips: Focus on your accomplishments; your own facts. If you have any other tips or ideas about this topic, please share them below. Her blog topics include interviewing tips, career best practices, evaluation outlines, and the importance of self-care and goal-setting.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JUNE 4, 2023

Chynna also shares tips on navigating high pressure situations, managing stress and burnout, prioritizing self-care, and more! THE LEADER ASSISTANT BOOK Download the first 3 chapters of The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of Game-Changing Assistant for FREE here or buy it on Amazon and listen to the audiobook on Audible.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 21, 2017

I will be sharing more of their tips and empowering stories over the summer, but for now, here are our Virtual Summit speakers: Lisa N. Jennifer will share her incredible tips on personal branding for Assistants. Margaret will be presenting a session on Real Life Job Interview Questions and Answers for Assistants.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Whether you feel confident in your current abilities, experience, and comfortable with your personal and professional life or if you are feeling a lack of confidence, the empowering tips above can help you define your direction. The post Empowering Tips for the Administrative and Executive Assistant appeared first on Office Dynamics.

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Success

MARCH 26, 2022

If you haven’t yet started the “it’s not you, it’s me” conversation with your boss, here’s what to keep in mind pre-break, as well as three tips to help you make the most of your time between careers. They might be the ones to provide you comfort or financial assistance during this major life change. Plans fail when you fail to plan.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 23, 2023

Claudette Clayton has over 25 years of experience as an executive assistant, has a dog named Thor, and loves the Lord of the Rings. In this episode, Claudette talks about her journey as an assistant, tips for calendar management, delegating, evolving as the job evolves, email management, and dealing with difficult executives.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2019

In part one of “ Empowering Tips ” I mentioned that the word Empower is not only the theme of the 26 th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence, it is used in a variety of situations and conversations. Part of my response was that I wanted to connect with others in my chosen field by sharing tips and questions and answers.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 30, 2023

Yolanda Hunte has been an Executive Assistant for over 28 years. In this episode, Yolanda talks about changing how the world sees assistants, helping executives and other team members understand the significance of what an EA brings to an organization, and what makes an assistant a leader.

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My EA Career

JANUARY 8, 2024

Episode 190 of Assist With Impact was a look back at 2023. If you’re still with me though, I want to share with you my three tips for assistants. R&R Liz Style – Tip One Let’s start with tip one. R&R Liz Style – Tip Two Now that you’ve looked back, it’s time to look forward.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Whether you have been coordinating meetings for decades or days there are some simple tips to follow to make any meeting more productive and the attendees feel welcomed. Dana Buchanan is a 20 plus year professional assistant with a passion for writing and offers a unique and professional perspective to projects and brainstorming sessions!

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ProAssisting Blog

MARCH 9, 2010

Enjoy: Here’s the link: Click here to listen to or download the.mp3 interview To listen now, just click the link. The Bosss Corner Be sure youre getting the most from your assistant. Download our free white paper, "Defining Assistant Excellence". virtual assistant services on So you wanna be a Virtual Assistant (VA)?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 24, 2019

Dana Buchanan is a 20 plus year professional assistant with a passion for writing and offers a unique and professional perspective to projects and brainstorming sessions! The post Administrative Professionals Day 2019 – A Message from Dana appeared first on Office Dynamics - Executive And Administrative Assistant Training.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 4, 2019

What one tip or process from my past managers can I discuss further with my current manager? Please share your tips and review highlights in the comments section! Dana Buchanan is a 20 plus year professional assistant with a passion for writing and offers a unique and professional perspective to projects and brainstorming sessions!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

DECEMBER 25, 2022

Sarah Howson is a former career assistant with over twenty years of c-suite level experience. Sarah has a passion for building relationships and connecting assistants. Sarah Howson is a former Career Assistant with over twenty years of C Suite level experience. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY.

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Bonnie Low-Krayman

JANUARY 10, 2024

The Executive Assistants working in companies are prime targets for quiet hiring. After she achieved her goal, she offered to lead 30-minute virtual lunch and learns to teach others the time-saving tips that she learned. These lunch and learns injected the virtual staff with new energy and enthusiasm for learning.

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Go Burrows

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Dayne Shuda has worked with executive assistants for about 7-8 years and has had a full-time remote assistant since 2015. His assistant happens to be in Australia, but he’s in Wisconsin. LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS. Check out our constantly updated schedule of events for admins and assistants at LeaderAssistantLive.com

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2018

The professional world of administrative and executive assistants and support staff is an exceptional melting pot of backgrounds, experience, knowledge, gender, age, education and personalities. A multigenerational team offers executives and managers more than just support assistance. By Dana Buchanan. www.danabuchanan.com.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast , Emily and Eileen share their career journeys from assistants to executive and founder roles at Delegate Solutions. They also talk about communication tips for working remotely and more! THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. THE LEADER ASSISTANT BOOK.

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Go Burrows

APRIL 18, 2021

Kaleen Skersies is the Executive Assistant to Terry Cook, Founding Partner & CEO, of Parcion Private Wealth. In this episode, Kaleen talks about what it’s like to work with ultra high net worth individuals, tips for project management, and how to distinguish between an individual contributor and a great leader. CONNECT WITH KALEEN.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Giovanna de Beij has worked as an executive assistant for 16 years at companies like Mattel, Philips, and HERE Technologies. Go to loopandtie.com and use promo code LEADER ASSISTANT (All caps, 2 words) for 20% off*. Giovanna de Beij Mazariegos has been an executive assistant since moving to The Netherlands 16 years ago.

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Go Burrows

OCTOBER 3, 2021

Tarah J is the executive assistant to the chief marketing officer at PODS. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast , Tarah shares her EA career story, tips for leading your executive(s), and advice for new assistants. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP. LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS.

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My EA Career

JANUARY 8, 2024

Episode 190 of Assist With Impact was a look back at 2023. If you’re still with me though, I want to share with you my three tips for how you can set yourself up for success in 2024 the Liz way. R&R Liz Style – Tip One Let’s start with tip one. So my second tip is to do some goal setting.

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Go Burrows

MARCH 7, 2021

After finding the courage to say “bye-bye” to her corporate marketing career, Kathy Goughenour built a 6-figure virtual assistant business from her tiny house in the middle of a forest. In this episode, Kathy shares her story about leaving a fortune 500 company to start her own virtual assistant business. Kathy on LinkedIn.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 15, 2017

I thought I would start the day by launching the Future Assistant 2018! Following the success of the last two Assist Conferences, which both sold out, I couldn’t wait to tell you about what we have planned for the new conference and I wanted to make sure everyone had a chance to book their place on the conference. Why two days?

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Go Burrows

APRIL 11, 2021

Scot Wisniewski is Senior Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Studios at Spotify, and he has over 20 years of experience as an EA. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Scot and I chat about what makes an assistant a leader, the world of podcasting, email and calendar management, working remotely, and tips for new assistants.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 24, 2022

Kathleen Gauden is owner of The Virtual Assistant & Company and has been working from home since long before it was hip and trendy. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Kathleen shares tips for working remotely so tune in to hear her story and advice. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 21, 2016

With just over a month to go until the Assist Conference we are hard at work making sure that we put together the best conference for our amazing readers. For more information and to book your place please visit the Assist Conference website or you can register here. Assist Conference Programme. Programme highlights.

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