Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 22, 2015

We all know that networking is really important for assistants. There are plenty of external networking events out there but really the first place to start with building your network is within your organisation. Here are a few of my tips on how to network with other departments.

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JANUARY 21, 2023

For recent graduates, talking about a particular project or paper can highlight what you’ve learned over the last four years, which can segue into a discussion about how those newly attained skills “would be of value to the company and/or the job for which you are interviewing,” says Mary Spencer, Ed.D, Tap into your network of contacts.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 7, 2020

Most likely the first thing you want to do is go through all the emails you did not look at and determine which ones must immediately be dealt with. You can then flag emails you will refer to later or use whatever system you have to prioritize and sort your emails. Prioritize tasks and projects. Register Today!

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JULY 27, 2022

Virtual tools and resources can help you hire, manage projects, collaborate with far-flung team members and even make it look like you really do have an office. For project management, Devesh Dwivedi of BreakingThe9to5Jail.com says “I love BaseCamp. For that matter, who needs to travel to a meeting?

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Reach out to a colleague through email or chat, and say, “‘I’m noticing what you’re working on. At work that could mean offering to share resources, attending network events together or even taking a class together, Goldfarb explains. I want to help; what can I help you with?’” Goldfarb suggests.

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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. First up we have the Edinburgh PA Network. The PAs behind the Network. About the network….

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Back in November I had the pleasure of speaking to 50 assistants who were attending a networking event organised by ACE (Assistant Community EMEA), an internal networking group set up by assistants at BlackRock. I was asked to speak about networking and how beneficial it is for assistants.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

With The Office* Show coming up in a few weeks I’ve been thinking about my networking plan for the few days that I am there. It was quite a detailed post about my networking experiences so do check it out if you are going to any events this year. Are you working on any important projects at the moment?

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Allwork

OCTOBER 26, 2023

By 2025, it’s projected that 32.6 I’ve found myself answering emails at midnight, working through lunch, and generally forgetting that there’s a world outside of my home office. Resist the urge to check your work email after hours. As of 2023, 12.7% And this trend shows no signs of slowing down. The solution?

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MARCH 15, 2024

Remote work enables people to choose from a variety of environments like coffee shops, parks, libraries, and coworking spaces, each offering unique benefits such as networking opportunities, creative inspiration, or a change of scenery. These amenities could be appealing to remote workers who are looking for alternatives to working from home.

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JUNE 15, 2023

Say ‘yes’ to one volunteer or service project or day that is advertised. Donating keeps you on active email lists so that you find out about opportunities happening in your area and events that might be of interest,” O’Sullivan says. “I Louis, Missouri, says. Everyone thinks it has to be a lot, but $5 or $10 a month makes a difference.”

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Legitimate remote jobs can be found by careful search through reputable platforms, leveraging professional networks, and being vigilant to avoid scams by recognizing signs such as requests for upfront payments or vague job details. Another strategy is to leverage professional networks for personal referrals and information on openings.

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MAY 29, 2024

Or losing sleep in a frantic rush to complete a project that’s due in the morning? It could also be that your return-to-office mandate is leading you to more distractions, thus projects and tasks are being pushed back. The concept is to help individuals plan out projects. Are you tired of making excuses to coworkers?

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FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The artificial intelligence (AI) industry’s market size is projected to reach $997.77 Plus, AI adds a layer of protection against possible cyber-attacks while enabling sophisticated user authentication such as two-step verification, biometric recognition, or facial recognition when logging into networks.

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MARCH 28, 2024

If you don’t have specific people in mind, then check local professional networking groups or organizations that help match people with mentors. If you’re wondering how to ask someone to be your mentor, ask them in person if they live locally, or ask via email or phone if they live a significant distance away from you.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 26, 2011

Archive Network with Steph Is This You?   The situation: Tweet "Rob" is a project manager that is responsible for a number of projects across the world and he needs to keep track of all of them.  We used this as our project management tool when coordinating Extreme Makeover Home Edition too.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

I asked my expert panel: Social Networking is a popular activity, but truly effective business people know that using online communication tools is about more than publishing content.    How do you use social networking to grow connections into relationships? .  Email (build trust) 3. Phone (providing value) 4.

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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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Andrea Kalli

JULY 19, 2010

Website and landing page design and strategies to increase the likelihood of sign-ups are beyond the scope of this guide, but suffice to say you will want to inform the visitor with all the great benefits of subscribing to your email list and the value your online business can provide. Observe your results and continue from there.

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Andrea Kalli

JULY 19, 2010

Website and landing page design and strategies to increase the likelihood of sign-ups are beyond the scope of this guide, but suffice to say you will want to inform the visitor with all the great benefits of subscribing to your email list and the value your online business can provide. Observe your results and continue from there.

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JUNE 23, 2021

For the past decade, BELAY has been witnessing this phenomenon firsthand through its network of contractors who supply virtual support as assistants, bookkeepers, web maintenance professionals and social media strategists. You do not need to be managing email and invoicing and bookkeeping,” she says. “If

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DECEMBER 10, 2023

Clear communication up front, and continuing conversation through regular check-ins and transparent project management helps streamline workflows and prevent confusion. Before you begin working with your first freelancer, it’s a good idea to have project management strategies in place to help you make the most of their expertise.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Today’s Day in the life: Diana Brandl, Senior EA at Mister Spex, Founder and CEO of The Socialista Projects, Head of IMA Berlin and National Social Relations Officer, speaker, coach and mentor and all round superstar EA! Checking emails (both work and private) and social media channels. What are the main aspects of your role?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Debbie Gross (Strategy) suggested administrative assistants to work at a higher level by using their Outlook calendar like their own personal admin to help keep them on track with the many projects to be managed. She has a 3-point system for managing email: first pass. Second pass, Do (as in under two minutes).

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Step It Up VA Coaching

JUNE 25, 2015

Developing a solid plan for marketing and networking takes work, doesn’t it? Mark your calendar to follow up with a brief email no more than one week following your meeting. Don’t make the email too lengthy or too mushy; make it brief, but make it clear. Your next follow-up email should be maybe 7-10 days later.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

MARCH 14, 2013

Developing a solid plan for marketing and networking takes work, doesn’t it? Mark your calendar to follow up with a brief email no more than one week following your meeting. Don’t make the email too lengthy or too mushy; make it brief, but make it clear. Your next follow-up email should be maybe 7-10 days later.

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JUNE 19, 2023

Employees “were able to take their PTO knowing that someone was fully covering their [tasks] and that they are not coming back to catch up with their emails and reports; they have a teammate they can trust, because they went to the same training as the in-office assistants,” she says. What types of tasks might virtual assistants help with?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2017

Just forward your confirmation emails to the app (hotel, rental car, airline tickets, etc.), Project Management Apps: Teamwork is, by far, my favorite project management app. You can update statuses, track time and tasks, and get real-time updates on all your projects. It’s what I use to keep my own team on track.

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MARCH 9, 2023

With a wide range of features and tools, Nexudus enables you to streamline your operations and automate your workflow, allowing you to save time while growing your client network and building a professional community around your space. One of the standout features of Nexudus is its email newsletter service.

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JULY 30, 2024

Now, three times per day, an email goes out to 22,000 users for free, with a zero-tolerance policy for AI, spam and fake accounts. Each project has been a step toward sharing what he’s learned about neurodiversity—that his “curses” are actually gifts. There’s always bad actors, and [we always have to be] a step ahead of them.”

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AUGUST 28, 2024

Success hinges on creating vibrant, supportive, and interactive environments tailored to the specific industry’s culture and networking needs. Networking Opportunities: Identify potential partnerships with industry associations, universities, or accelerators. What technology tools do they rely on?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 1, 2011

When you attend tradeshows or networking meetings, do you later experience the business card pile up? They are designed for trade shows, conferences, seminars and networking with plenty of extra features. Do have any future projects you’d like to tell us about? We have just launched our Thank You and Outreach Cards 10 packs.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

The Networking Opportunities. The networking opportunities and team exercises provided friendship and professional connections I truly did not expect, but I am beyond grateful for. I have already received several texts and emails from the amazing women I now call friends. The Stellar Assistant Conference DELIVERED!

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

“Just like you might hire an expert to set up your email system or manage content for your content management system for your website, there’s a huge opportunity for people to be able to do this… how to connect all this stuff together.” He has someone on his team already serving in this role.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Recognize your full story and tell it by showcasing your depth of knowledge in the industry, domain expertise and network—and find ways to remind clients of this, Gandia says. He adds that you’ll do this better through email. This medium also gives the client time to digest your news and avoids blindsiding them.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

AUGUST 4, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Maggie talks about how to be an excellent executive project manager. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY Join the Leader Assistant Global Community for bonus content, job opportunities, and to network with other assistants who are committed to becoming leaders!

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OCTOBER 21, 2022

Examples include online storage such as Dropbox and iCloud, databases, software, and networking.? . It is a network of physical objects — such as vehicles and appliances — which are embedded with electronics, software and sensors to enable them to connect and exchange data. ? . Internet of Things . Quiet Firing .

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