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Some training suggestions for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

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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The What, Who and How of Outsourcing… So You Can Let Go

Success

As a company, we lead with our hearts and are very transparent with our suppliers,” she says. When an accounting firm that her company was considering suggested that delaying payment to suppliers would benefit her company, Rosner knew the fit was wrong. “We If it’s data entry, you need to train them on the program.

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How can Assistants achieve greater recognition at work?

Practically Perfect PA

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. Awareness training for managers. Greater training for PAs. E.g. Some Business Studies courses.

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MillerKnoll issues 2023 Better World Report, detailing strides to design a better world

Workplace Insight

Specifically, since MillerKnoll’s fiscal year ended 2021, it has: Reduced packaging waste at 14 of the company’s global contract facilities by 40% Added 50% post-consumer recycled content to plastic bags at its Greenhouse manufacturing facility Diverted 127 metric tons of reclaimed products and packaging materials for each product category (..)

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Career development for Assistants: 5 common problems and how to solve them

Practically Perfect PA

Read the first one, on what to look for in an event supplier , and watch out for the third and final blog, on how to ensure organisations value PA work! Ask your manager for any training suggestions they may have, and request training opportunities. We wanted to explore what career development in the PA role looks like.

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What does it take to be a successful HR Assistant?

Page Personnel

This could include looking after employees, managers, customers, suppliers and clients. The role can also include training. Coaching and training will be critical elements of any development within the organisation. An HR assistant is generally responsible for internal communication within an organisation.

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How can Assistants achieve greater recognition at work?

Practically Perfect PA

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. Awareness training for managers. Greater training for PAs. E.g. Some Business Studies courses.

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