Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 25, 2013

There are an abundance of events out there for assistants that are free to attend and have quality content but there are also a number of outstanding courses which we quite rightly are asked to pay for. Think about how you can achieve these objectives on your own, through the company or with an external supplier. According to Melba J.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

Conferences, training and networking events can be equally as daunting especially when you are attending on your own and have to join in group activities and network with strangers.As I’ve said in the past training, networking and meeting suppliers should be an integral part of our career.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 25, 2014

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. Your evening will continue with a fabulous four-course dinner with sommelier-selected wines while you watch our tutors create the dishes for you to enjoy.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 14, 2015

I would go so far as to say I felt a bit resentful when colleagues were pulling out business cards in meetings or during networking events and I wouldn’t have anything to hand over to my new contact. The answer was generally no and then I would feel a bit stupid. I always felt I should have a business card.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 10, 2017

If you haven’t already, read our first blog on what to look for in an event supplier , and our second, on common issues PAs face with career development. Share knowledge with other PAs through internal and external networks. Actions the industry should take: Increased networking and communication; growth of PA networks.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 11, 2017

As Assistants become more integral to the business they will find themselves in meetings with their Executives, in meetings with their project teams and colleagues and of course running their own meetings. Diana is an absolute expert in PA networking, working within a startup culture and the role of a modern day assistant.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Quite often I am asked which courses I would recommend for assistants that are just starting in the profession and want to undertake some training to increase their skills and help them move up the career ladder. I always say that it is extremely important for assistants to attend training courses throughout the year.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

I also attend a lot of events for my work itself particularly when I am asked to source venues and meet new suppliers. The events industry has loads and loads of exhibitions, the marketing industry has a few and of course there are always exhibitions for the hospitality industry and travel sector.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

I also attend a lot of events for my work itself particularly when I am asked to source venues and meet new suppliers. The events industry has loads and loads of exhibitions, the marketing industry has a few and of course there are always exhibitions for the hospitality industry and travel sector.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

I also attend a lot of events for my work itself particularly when I am asked to source venues and meet new suppliers. The events industry has loads and loads of exhibitions, the marketing industry has a few and of course there are always exhibitions for the hospitality industry and travel sector.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

No matter how heavy your workload is… Everyone can and should be a Networker.” I grew up in a different age where working hard and being humble were par for the course for the PA. Illustrate the benefits of networking with peers and the exchange of best practice. Membership to Networking Clubs & Associations.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 23, 2013

There were many free training sessions for assistants to attend and the exhibitors were all relevant suppliers to the industry which again is not always the case with these types of events! It was brilliant to have a little networking objective for the show because like everyone else I don’t find networking all that easy!

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 12, 2016

There are also lots of opportunities over the course of the conference to meet and network with every other assistant in the room. You will leave Assist 2017 with practical knowledge that you can immediately put into practice back in the office. By the end of the day you will know every other assistant attending the conference.

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Productivity Bits

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

What can be said in blogs can also be said on social networks like Facebook and Twitter as well. Social networking sites spread news, information and reviews even faster than blogs. Of course, blogs have now become very popular and very limited options come free of charge, and the quality of services also depends on the amount spent.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 16, 2012

Although I have already attended a training course on Financial Crime through work I thought I’d refresh my memory and go along to a session on the Bribery Act and how it specifically affects Assistants. Due diligence procedures should be in place for all new third-party suppliers. So how does this affect Business?

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

I spent a lot of time researching great venues, restaurants, hotels and suppliers and I really enjoyed it. So… anyway… my point is that I did want to find the cool and unusual places for my boss to visit so that they could impress the clients they were entertaining.

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Andrea Kalli

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Consider integrating the following 10 tips into your business development strategy and watch revenues soar over the coming months: Spend time networking with a variety of groups who might potentially send business your way. Consider connecting with global suppliers to discover new products or reworking the products you already offer.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Youve been networking your little tail off. Of course, youre going to take a different approach. If you should choose to use one of these methods, and use it regularly in interviews, you may find portions that you can ‘recycle’ with different companies, but of course some degree of customization will be required.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

I grew up in a different age where working hard and being humble were power for the course for the PA. Networking – Establishing / Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships in person & online. This is a culture which embraces tooting your own horn and showcasing your productivity.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Build your own network! Ask corporations – often they have training courses or accreditation for their products. Look online for affordable web-based courses If you have additional tips, please share them in the comments section. E-Mail me or follow me. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 22, 2008

Build your own network! There are companies who will help you to set up or do business abroad, like Zana Network. As I mentioned in my post, Zana Network specialize in exporting – not only for US small business – and can help with advice and grants. Starting a Small Business? What is Small Business Infrastructure?

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 14, 2010

Build your own network! The point i’m trying to make is that these rules might seem antiquated and of no use in the digital realm but in actual fact perhaps we should start applying them to social networking and things like the facebook fan page. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control. thanks for your advice.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 18, 2010

Build your own network! by Stefan Töpfer on May 19, 2010 While we all hope to make our customers 100% happy all of the time, and this must of course be what we strive for, there will be occasions where a customer is less than happy with the service you have provided. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 28, 2010

Build your own network! I sent a very shrewd employee on the floor one-year course internet marketing, he later taught by weekly seminars the whole company, the result is excellent Leave a Reply I would love to hear from you, please let me know what your take on my blog post is. Starting a Small Business? Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 27, 2006

Build your own network! You can of course run your vat on what is called an ‘invoice basis’ This method involves you claiming vat back on expenditure and paying vat on sales when the invoices are raised, irrespective of when payment is made. Ask me your small business questions, I will answer them ASAP.

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 2, 2010

Build your own network! And don’t forget to network, network, network! Of course, there are more effective ways to market and you have to pay for it. Making your small business carbon neutral. Effective Small Business Planning Strategy Planning your small business is the best way to avoid costly mistakes.

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 20, 2008

Build your own network! Yesterday I had a very special experience in as much that I was kindly asked – thanks to Phyllis Mercer – to be a guest judge at the Year 2 BTEC National Business Course for their business plans. During the course of the day I listened to 16 business plans, I was supposed to be a bank manager (!)

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2006

Build your own network! That of course is true in a fashion, but most of all my clients helped me to sort out the obvious marketing nightmare I had created. What is Small Business Infrastructure? How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Making your small business carbon neutral.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 30, 2007

Build your own network! If you read this and think this is all b s – and you may be right, of course – let me know why you think you need to borrow money? But you are right of course that funding can also be a problem because of poor planning. What is Small Business Infrastructure? Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 11, 2010

Build your own network! An unexpected problem which requires your immediate attention and of course money could arise at any time so you won’t be able to put in practice these tips. Ask me your small business questions, I will answer them ASAP. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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The Small Business Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2008

Build your own network! Of course you’ll need a skill in order to do this, and the knowledge to market yourself. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Making your small business carbon neutral. You ask a question, I answer! Ask me your small business questions, I will answer them ASAP. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 16, 2010

Build your own network! There are many SWOT analysis tools out there, I would, of course, recommend the one from WinWeb! Benefits of Online Software for Small Business. Concentrate on your business, not your office. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Making your small business carbon neutral. Starting a Small Business?

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JUNE 15, 2010

Build your own network! I will of course keep trying to outsource as it isn’t possible for me to hire a lot of people and I still need help but how do you assure that the people that you hire cares about the project you give them ? E-Mail me or follow me. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2007

Build your own network! There have been free accounts software products before of course, but unlike WinWeb they’ve failed to build a sustainable base of users. E-Mail me or follow me. Effective Small Business Planning Strategy Planning your small business is the best way to avoid costly mistakes. What is Small Business Infrastructure?

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 10, 2006

Build your own network! It used to collectively refer to companies too small to be attractive for the major Enterprise Software providers – and of course the same held true vice versa: I assume most readers of this blog are in small businesses, and for you the rule has been that "enterprise software" is too expensive.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 3, 2010

Build your own network! Of course, there are external pressures on us all, and mortgages to pay and families to support have to play a major role in how we develop our businesses. On-Demand Small Business Infrastructure™ allows you to run your business online. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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Small Business CEO

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Of course, you don’t want to turn your event into one giant sales pitch, so how do you tread the line between offering delegates a fulfilling and worthwhile event and trying to promote your company? About The Guest Author: Alan Grainger manages online marketing for one of the leading UK suppliers of promotional products.

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