Practically Perfect PA

MAY 13, 2015

The word networking can strike fear, horror and / or joy into the best of us. Networking is without a doubt a valuable skill set and resource tool but for many it can involve going outside our comfort zone when confronted with the notion of chatting to a complete stranger. External networking will broaden the playing fields.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2017

It not only lets you check the time in any part of the world, it also shows you color-coded business hours in your specified time zone, making it easier to schedule meeting times. Business Card Scanning Apps: Anyone who’s ever attended a conference or networking event knows just how quickly all those business cards stack up.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

We had a grand time networking and bonding, which enabled us to enjoy the new friends we’d made at the conference. If you want to check out videos of this year’s Gala event, look on Twitter for #adminconf and #stellarconf. Friday morning began with a networking breakfast. You will be amazed!

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 15, 2014

Networking can be a scary word can’t it? At the start of my career aged just 21, I had no real grasp of what networking was, nor was I interested in finding out. Now, just 5 years on, I have come such a long way and networking has been a huge part of my journey and contributed to my success. Networking can mean many things.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. . To be able to network, you must have confidence.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2015

Networking events are vital to the visibility of a business and present valuable opportunities to build strategic relationships. Advancements in digital technology are boosting the value of business events. Business professionals are increasingly tech-aware, with networking on smartphones and tablets becoming the norm.

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Catch Friday

JUNE 23, 2011

I met Ian Hendry the brains and owner behind the networking platform WE CAN DO BIZ at a Business Scene Event in Datchet near Heathrow Airport. If you want to successfully network with people, you cannot expect to sell to them directly with out some form of collaboration and referral. Catch Friday Media.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 14, 2010

That used to mean attending local networking events week after week, robotically spouting your elevator speech and handing out business cards that likely never got out of the pocket they were tucked into. Are you among those service providers that have been dragging your heels about joining Twitter or building a Facebook page?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Archive Network with Steph Is This You?   If you are out on the net on various social networking sites you may be losing a huge opportunity to take your connections to deeper level connections.    You see, most social networking sites give you the ability to list other ways for people to connect with you. 

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 23, 2013

I took a few pictures, posted them on Facebook and also on Twitter. I made sure I shared all of the training content and speaker’s wisdom with my network and I retweeted other attendee’s updates, which I was aware of because I followed the show’s hashtag. I also arranged a tweet-up with readers of the blog and my followers on Twitter.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 16, 2012

Many live events now have Twitter hashtags or Facebook groups or pages for people going to the event.  Pre-Plan Your Networking. Make Sure You Pack Business Cards. I realize that this sounds like networking 101 basics, but I'm amazed at the number of events that I go to where people forgot their cards. 

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Small Business Labs

JULY 21, 2010

Small Business Labs Tracking and Forecasting the Trends Impacting the Future of Small Business Welcome to Small Business Labs Small Business Labs, from Emergent Research , covers the key social, technology and business trends impacting small business. Authors The authors are Steve King and Carolyn Ockels.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

APRIL 26, 2012

Follow up with your new contacts; E-mail all the folks whose business cards you received, along with any of the conference staff, host, or speakers with whom you made a connection at the event. They may also have a presence on Twitter, Linked In, Plaxo, or other business and social networking sites.

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Small Business CEO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Effective networking is an essential to furthering your career as well as being vital to the success of your business. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to overcome barriers to networking, so you can relax and reap the rewards of meeting new people in your industry. Put yourself out there. Practice makes perfect.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Ask your network. If you are in the market for a new supplier it is really worthwhile asking your networking if they have any recommendations. Social media is also a great way to get recommendations, particularly Twitter and LinkedIn. Make it worth your while by taking business cards and visiting as many stands as possible.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 27, 2011

How many social networks do you belong to?  Now, take a look at your business card, brochures or other social media profiles.    The other day I was in a meeting and saw a card that had the back covered with 2 different QR codes and the front had a few different urls. . 

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Another interesting features is that you can give details on other attendees Twitter or LinkedIn profile so that everyone can keep in touch once the meeting has finished which is great if you have guest speakers. This is a fabulous app if you or your manager are into networking! Teamviewer for meetings: Free. CardMunch: Free.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Another interesting features is that you can give details on other attendees Twitter or LinkedIn profile so that everyone can keep in touch once the meeting has finished which is great if you have guest speakers. This is a fabulous app if you or your manager are into networking! Teamviewer for meetings: Free. CardMunch: Free.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 23, 2011

It is fantastic for networking and getting contact info into my contact database fast. What Business Card? Just Scan My QR Code - [link] -- FastCompany article that will tell you more about how to use QR (Quick Response) Codes in your business.    It allows you to backup your Twitter and Facebook data. 

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

The conference encourages a casual mix of great conversations with other attendees for networking (Note: bring your business cards!) Will discussed the “socialnomics” of networking channels or platforms such as Linked In, Facebook and Twitter. It’s a huge benefit, and will help us work on a higher level.” (To

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

The conference encourages a casual mix of great conversations with other attendees for networking (Note: bring your business cards!) Will discussed the “socialnomics” of networking channels or platforms such as Linked In, Facebook and Twitter. It’s a huge benefit, and will help us work on a higher level.” (To

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Office Organization Success

JUNE 24, 2011

And you can add the URL and details of your free taste to your business cards for when you hand them out at networking events. This way you are building your list from the get-go! Create a ‘stay-in-touch’ system, whether that’s sending out a weekly or bi-weekly ezine (newsletter) or some other kind of ‘touch’ marketing strategy.

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Worxbee

MAY 17, 2021

This might be things like falling down the rabbit hole when you respond on Twitter, for example… Blocking out “deep work” time, when there are to be no interruptions. Network management tools. As an executive assistant, it’s vital to manage your networks and contacts (including those of the business) well.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 23, 2009

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Yet establishing any consistency to your information management system is a challenge because there are so many mediums to work with - paper files, computer documents, email, voice mail, hand-written notes, business cards. Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JULY 1, 2011

.  In simple terms, a CRM tool if used correctly, can help you manage all of the communication you have with your prospects, clients/customers, people you network with, service providers and more.    For example, say you met someone at a networking meeting a year ago and had a conversation with that person. 

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Another interesting features is that you can give details on other attendees Twitter or LinkedIn profile so that everyone can keep in touch once the meeting has finished which is great if you have guest speakers. The app also links up your social networking details with theirs. Teamviewer for meetings: Free. CardMunch: Free.

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Making your small business carbon neutral. What is Small Business Infrastructure? How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! Community for small business outsourcing and cost control. Outsourcing Options For Small Business Focus on your business, timeshare professionals.

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The Marq

APRIL 21, 2010

I’ve listed my Google Voice number on my business cards and it’s what appears with my signatures in all emails. I’ve been a Google Voice users for a little over six months. In fact, you can reach me on my Google Voice number directly from this page with the link under my Profile on the left.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 13, 2010

You can also attach a file from Word, Excel or PowerPoint or a business card from your Contacts if it is someone you need to remember to call and want that information available. You can also set a Task by right clicking on an email and choose Move to Folder. (New 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 16, 2012

Your Personal Network. Your friends and family already know that you have a freelance business. But they may have no idea what you actually do until you explain it to them – and once they know, they can be your best referral network ever. Use Foursquare and find out the businesses listed in your neighbourhood.

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Brilliantly Better

MARCH 25, 2010

Doesn’t have an office and most of the time doesn’t have business cards either (the new dial tone being twitter , of course). Next post: Dream Big, Act Bigger subscribe by RSS follow me on Twitter subscribe by email join me on Facebook Wanna Know How I Get Things Done? For a digital nomad the world is the office.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? link] or on Twitter: [link] 2.   Recommended Tool: Franklin Covey Planner www.franklincovey.com is a Physical Paper-Based great for Business Professional.    Thanks to: Michelle Poteet from San Antonio of Reclaim Order www.reclaimorder.com or on Twitter: [link]   3. 

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Success

JULY 8, 2021

Your customers are telling you about their pain points on Facebook and Twitter. Back in the days when I bought into the hyperbole of The Hustle™, I went to a lot of networking meetups. I urge you to abandon networking in favor of relationship building , especially in your business. Sell them a solution.

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Success

DECEMBER 26, 2022

No cold calling, no website or marketing, no business cards or networking events. In a world that prioritizes which vapid celebrity said what on Twitter and getting a good deal at Costco, we all need a regular dose of perspective. The authors’ advice mocks the Silicon Valley startup approach, but it works.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 20, 2011

I teach classes to entrepreneurs and budding entrepreneurs, showing them how to take existing materials and turn them into entertaining videos & podcasts for sharing on social networks. I also can use the recording to make a cd and give to potential clients or current clients instead of a business card or brochure.

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Businesses use Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and other social media sites as recruitment advertising platforms in order to hire. Send your clients a handwritten thank you note and two copies of your business card, one for themselves and one to share with a colleague or friend.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

I actively grow my LinkedIn network every week, if not every day. If I read a business article about someone in Los Angeles, I look them up and add them. When I hear about a company that interests me for any reason, I look for people who work there to add to my network. She gave me her business card.

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