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Things Assistants Do That Executives Appreciate

Office Dynamics

I love reading these letters as 1) I see the training we provided truly worked, but more importantly, 2) I learn what executives appreciate—what executives look for in an assistant—and what executives value and observe. Takes the initiative and has the comfort level to proactively review documents in preparation for my meetings.

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Day in the life: Donna Lindsay

Practically Perfect PA

The minute I arrive at work I have a quick look at my calendar, then make up my to do list. I currently work in an area that deals with ministerial correspondence and court review work so I am involved in drafting responses to the public, solicitors, MSP’s and accountants. Flexi is ideal! What does an average day look like?

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Communicating With Your Manager

Office Dynamics

Daily Calendars. It is easy to place a wrong time or wrong date on a calendar. Or because so many executives are independent, they place events on their own calendars and forget to inform their administrative partner. It’s always best to review the day’s events together. Training & Development. Follow-up Items.

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SMART objectives

Practically Perfect PA

Last week I wrote about performance reviews and although I’m still not sure that the majority of performance reviews are all that helpful, especially for assistants. Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? The methodology and any training for staff to be completed by Q2.

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SMART objectives

Practically Perfect PA

Last week I wrote about performance reviews and although I’m still not sure that the majority of performance reviews are all that helpful, especially for assistants. Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? The methodology and any training for staff to be completed by Q2.

2014 100
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SMART objectives for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Last week I wrote about performance reviews and although I’m still not sure that the majority of performance reviews are all that helpful, especially for assistants. Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? The methodology and any training for staff to be completed by Q2.

2014 100
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Getting the Most Out of Your Next Performance Evaluation

Office Dynamics

Define and review your job description and connect completed goals & projects to one or more duties you are responsible for. Discuss the importance of a calendar time block for your manager to focus on emails, presentations, budget, etc. Keep the file on your desktop or easily accessible.

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