Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 22, 2017

We used a combination of iPads and Post-it notes to ask our workshop attendees questions about what makes an event supplier great, and what makes them not-so-great…. What does a good event supplier do? What is frustrating from an event supplier? Event supplier ‘Red Lines’ – things to avoid!

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

You might not think so but assistants deal with suppliers on a a regular basis. From hotels to stationery manufacturers, car hire companies and venues for events we are constantly procuring suppliers. It is essential that we know how to procure great suppliers and build effective relationship which benefit our organisation.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Foster a Supportive Community : Never underestimate the power of a strong network. Engaging with customers, suppliers, and other business owners can lead to valuable partnerships, shared resources, and even cost-saving opportunities.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Build your own network! How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. How To Make This Recession Work For Your Small Home Business. E-Mail me or follow me.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 19, 2017

Recently, the OpenMeet team had the pleasure of participating in the annual Practically Perfect PA Assist Conference 2017 , where we ran a few workshops on career development for assistants: 5 common problems and how to solve them. Look out for and take advantage of networking events and skills development wherever possible.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2016

Over the last few years there are plenty more online communities and in more recent times we have taken networking to a whole new level with local networks, organised by assistants, springing up all over the place. Meeting other assistants who work near by, who share the same suppliers, hotels, restaurants etc. It is brilliant!

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Success

JULY 5, 2022

A mentor once told me to spend 30 minutes every day staying in touch with my network and business friends. Check how the new job is going, ask about the bumpy relationship with the boss or share helpful information. The supplier doesn’t like the new product you designed. Spend 30 minutes connecting and reconnecting. your mantra.

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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. How can Assistants achieve greater recognition at work? Share knowledge with other PAs through internal and external networks. Awareness training for managers.

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Success

APRIL 24, 2022

Bitcoin runs over a network of computers that belong to many people, spread out across the globe, who are collectively charged with maintaining and validating its ledger of accounts. How to Invest in Crypto. How to Invest in NFTs. How to Get Started with Ethical Investing. Or you can use an exchange.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 24, 2007

Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful and eco-friendly. How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! E-Mail me or follow me. Making your small business carbon neutral. What is Small Business Infrastructure?

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Build your own network! « Top 5 Serious Start-Up Mistakes Is Your Networking Fishy Enough? Starting a Small Business?

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Productivity Bits

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

How to use blogs for branding. 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. Blogging or starting a blog is one great and inexpensive way to promote a brand. Photo Courtesy Of cokescroaks.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 16, 2018

Hence, it is essential you treat these networking opportunities with great importance. Choose your supplier by testing their products in small quantities and the best ones will always have a wide range of products to choose from. How To Become A Self-Employed Permanent Makeup Artist is a post from: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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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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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2008

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Build your own network! Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to fix/remove ‘Winweb Security’ Virus/Malware. E-Mail me or follow me. Thank you for that.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 31, 2016

We are offering assistants the chance to come along to the afternoon sessions, network with attendees and meet with suppliers for free! Here is a little taste of what you can expect… Meet with our fabulous suppliers: Reed and Mackay. The afternoon sessions at Assist Travel include: How to organise Events Abroad.

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 13, 2010

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. It might take time, but you will learn a great deal about how to, and how not to, do things!

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 22, 2010

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Build your own network! Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Companies like Java Social Networking can really give your company a presence online.

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2007

How to be successful and eco-friendly. How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Build your own network! E-Mail me or follow me. Making your small business carbon neutral. Starting a Small Business?

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2007

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful and eco-friendly.

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Eco-Office Gals

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Donna Maria of Indie Business Network on a 32 page Holiday Gift Guide. I have many ideas about how to do things different next time, not only visually, but layout as well as the over all process. I’d love to hear any constructive criticism you may have on how to make it even better next time!

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2007

How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Build your own network! How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Get your suppliers to advertise in it! E-Mail me or follow me. Making your small business carbon neutral.

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Andrea Kalli

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Want to Know How to. 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. Supercharge Your Business? 10 Great Ways to Grow Your Company in 2017.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Insiders.com – a website where PAs from anywhere can search the database to find a supplier suggested by another PA, with their reason for recommending and relevant contact info etc. Or needing a specialist piece of tech for a board meeting and having someone who knows exactly what to use and how to source it.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 24, 2007

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Build your own network! On-Demand Small Business Infrastructure™ allows you to run your business online. You ask a question, I answer!

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 8, 2008

How to be successful and eco-friendly. Build your own network! Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful by focusing on your core business. for wooden signs you will need to know how to carve). E-Mail me or follow me. Sponsors Advertise Here?

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 13, 2008

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. E-Mail me or follow me. You ask a question, I answer! What is Small Business Infrastructure?

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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. How can Assistants achieve greater recognition at work? Share knowledge with other PAs through internal and external networks. Awareness training for managers.

Suppliers 100

Suppliers 2017 Networking Training 100

The Small Business Blog

MAY 12, 2010

Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Build your own network! How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Our digital network is not only our digital highway, but also our business highway for future GDP growth.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 20, 2016

You can follow and connect with other Assistants, clients, colleagues, suppliers, brand ambassadors and influencers. By doing this you will become aware of what is going on in your industry & profession, potential training / conferences, networking associations, publications to read, awards to enter etc. The world is your oyster.

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Productivity Bits

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Intra-company networking. While concentrating on getting your water without spilling it your subconscious will probably solve the issue you were working on — or at the very least provide some new thoughts on how to tackle it. That’s what it’s there for and a water cooler break lets your subconscious do its job.

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Suppliers Networking 2011 AT&T 100

BioTeams

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

technologies intensively to connect the internal efforts of employees and to extend the organization's reach to customers, partners, and suppliers. We call this new kind of company The Networked Enterprise ". Read The rise of the networked enterprise: Web 2.0 finds its payday. click here for more details ).

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 15, 2015

If they have a number of meetings in the city I include details on how to get from one meeting to the next so they know how long it takes and also the best way to travel. Choosing a supplier for your office is not easy, particuarly when it comes to business travel. A small list of good restaurants close to the hotel or office.

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 30, 2010

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Outsourcing Options For Small Business Focus on your business, timeshare professionals. Sponsors Advertise Here?

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 6, 2010

How to be successful and eco-friendly. Build your own network! How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Learn how to use publishing software and create eye-catching promotional material.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 6, 2010

How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. E-Mail me or follow me. What is Small Business Infrastructure? Benefits of Online Software for Small Business.

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 26, 2010

How to be successful and eco-friendly. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Build your own network! Outsourcing Options For Small Business Focus on your business, timeshare professionals. Sponsors Advertise Here?

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