The Small Business Blog

JULY 20, 2018

Growth and expansion is important in any business, but it is especially true for small business who might only just be starting out in their industry. For example, using dedicated lead management software might give you more time to negotiate with suppliers, or focus on landing a lucrative contract or sale.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

In addition I met with a number of serviced apartment suppliers and from the outset it was clear that the apartments were considerably cheaper than the best corporate rate I was offered at a hotel. It is easy to negotiate on the price per night with a serviced apartment as they do tend to discount on block bookings.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 10, 2017

Be prepared to negotiate if necessary. Like everything in business, it’s about negotiation for both funds and time. If so highlight this and what is going on in your industry. Will you share your learning with other Assistants thus increasing the ROI? Will the request tie in with one of your appraisal goals?

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

We all belonged to varying industry sectors but one thing became clear which united us all – we had all inherited generic job specs full of clichés rather than ones based on our actual remits and duties. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others. Interpret administrative and operating policies and procedures.

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Page Personnel

JULY 20, 2022

This could include looking after employees, managers, customers, suppliers and clients. Negotiation skills : HR assistants will be regularly involved in various negotiations, including salary discussions and purchasing meetings. Skilled negotiators usually succeed in such a role. The role can also include training.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 27, 2011

Developing your skills in leading virtual teams, whether that’s project teams based across a range of locations, or a team made up of clients, suppliers and colleagues, will give you a real strength as a project manager, ensuring that everyone is involved and engaged.

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Allwork

JANUARY 2, 2025

Regularly review these numbers and compare your current expenses to previous ones along with industry benchmarks. For example, if you find that your electricity bill is higher than the industry average, you could implement energy-saving measures, such as installing energy-efficient lighting or using smart thermostats.

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Allwork

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Europe’s biggest carmaker has been negotiating for weeks with unions over plans to revamp its business and cut costs, including considering plant closures on home soil for the first time, in a blow to Germany’s industrial prowess. Strikes, which had been threatened for the start of December, were now likely, Schwarz said.

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Success

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Before you invest time, money and resources, you need to understand the industry and your place in it. Market research is the process of collecting, analyzing and interpreting data about your industry and target market. Stay ahead of trends : Look at broader trends in the pet care industry. What Is Market Research?

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

International Workplace Group members can also benefit from resources through Varisource, including spend analysis and industry benchmarks, as well as one-on-one procurement support for vendor search, requests for proposals, and ongoing management of their technology vendor contracts.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 22, 2015

We worked very hard on the design and user experience aspect for almost 12-months and did not rely solely upon our own 30 years of industry experience. Many suppliers are frustrated with low event enquiry conversion ratios, which can typically be single digits. Resources. Looking Good.

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