Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 4, 2014

There have been so many times over the years that I have received an email about a fantastic training course or conference that I would love to attend. It really is unheard of in any other profession: so why don’t assistants attend training courses? I’m sure many of you have had a similar experience.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 4, 2010

Such was the case last week when my long-time friend and Las Vegas BNI ( Business Network International ) Director Leslie Taylor presented a speech that outlined a simply brilliant model for building effective relationships. N-Networks —What groups or organizations are they a member of? Tags: Networking.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 14, 2019

To network and meet new people Learn best practices from administrative peers Learn best practices from subject matter experts Do your research. The flow of the agenda – is there time for networking? That is because our intent is to develop assistants for what is to come! To be ahead of the curve. Hallway conversations?

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 4, 2010

Such was the case last week when my long-time friend and Las Vegas BNI ( Business Network International ) Director Leslie Taylor presented a speech that outlined a simply brilliant model for building effective relationships. N-Networks —What groups or organizations are they a member of?

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Office Dynamics

MAY 21, 2019

Most of the time assistants tell me they can’t attend our conference for administrative assistants or training because of budget cuts or not getting financial support. Some assistants tell me they can only attend seminars that take place in their city or state. Sometimes it really is a budget issue. That is not 21 st Century thinking.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 19, 2017

Look out for and take advantage of networking events and skills development wherever possible. Ask your manager for any training suggestions they may have, and request training opportunities. Solution: If there isn’t a PA network in your organisation, create one! Participate in forums and events.

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Success

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

At events, men can complete a check-in and anonymously ask for what they need from its vetted mental health professional network. Over the course of two days, the foundation is able to go to other companies to provide seminars and train people on how to recognize mental health red flags in themselves and others.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Attend a training event or workshop. Training events, workshops, and webinars abound! We have a list of more than 60 training sessions on our Training on Demand page , and our AdminPro Training VIP Pass offers training on a variety of different topics. training opportunities available.

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Allwork

AUGUST 7, 2023

This can be achieved through formal education, certifications, attending workshops, seminars, and staying updated with industry trends and best practices. Network and engage in professional associations: Attend industry conferences, join relevant professional associations, and participate in networking events.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

Many times in my live workshops and seminars for executive and administrative assistants, I ask the participant to create a list of qualities, attributes, and attitudes of star-performing assistants. Great networking skills. What qualities do assistants think you need to be a great assistant? Excellent time management skills.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 18, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Do Not Disturb - Training In Progress By The Professional Assistant on Friday, January 18, 2008 Filed Under: Client Service , Meetings , Productivity D o you get staff members coming to you for all sorts of questions? Are you the main contact in your department? When youre on a phone call, do people hover over you?

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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! In many conversations that I have with assistants one of the topics that always comes up is the lack of training opportunities that we receive.

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 28, 2010

Build your own network! Top 5 Tips for Training Employees on a Budget by Stefan Töpfer on Mar 29, 2010 The top 5 tips weekly post is always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. Many equipment manufacturers offer free training to companies that purchase their products. Starting a Small Business?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 25, 2011

The cards had been collected over a year or so of miscellaneous networking events and trade shows.  Collecting business cards or other forms of contact information is only the first step in networking.  The most effective networkers have a system to manage/organize business cards and their contacts. 

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Worxbee

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Building strong networks. How many people in your network were at the same course or development opportunity at some point? Professional development, particularly when it involves courses where participants interact, is a great way to build networks. Develop a prioritized training plan that goes into detail.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Build your own network! 5 tips for Sourcing Employee Training for Small Businesses by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 09, 2009 The top 5 tips weekly post is always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. Ask corporations – often they have training courses or accreditation for their products.

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Success

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

The women met in September 2017 at a personal development seminar in San Diego, connecting not only for their shared United Kingdom ties, but also for their mutual desire to make the most of the experience. Danielle Canty and Natalie Ellis hit it off instantly.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 10, 2013

Additionally, read articles and publications relevant to your industry, to keep your knowledge fresh, and take advantage of free or low-cost training or seminars in your area. Third, get involved in professional organizations or online groups to network and learn.

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Page Personnel

APRIL 8, 2021

You can gain new skills and knowledge through in-house training, distance learning, and online courses. Online seminars and industry publications are also a great way to keep up with your industry, making it easier to transfer into a new career in the future.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 18, 2010

One of our members wrote an article about attending Joan's seminar in Chicago, and I thought you and Joan would like to see it (see page 6). I attended Joan's seminar in Cincinnati last week and was equally impressed, inspired and motivated.". Tags: Admin Assistant Training.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 18, 2010

One of our members wrote an article about attending Joan's seminar in Chicago, and I thought you and Joan would like to see it (see page 6). I attended Joan's seminar in Cincinnati last week and was equally impressed, inspired and motivated.". "I'm attaching a copy of the October newsletter for the Madison (Wisconsin) chapter of IAAP.

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Loosely Speaking

DECEMBER 22, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Building on your skills Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 8:46 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Virtual Assistant Resources It’s the time of year when we all do some self assessment and then look ahead to changes we want to make in the coming year.Â

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

PA Networking. Throughout 2013 we noticed a huge increase in PA networking with a number of local networking groups springing up across the UK. Niche networking is a big trend for 2014 so it would seem assistants are ahead of the curve on this one! Our training should inspire us through a really creative atmosphere.

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

The fact of the matter is that in today’s economy, acquiring additional education and training is becoming a requirement from the employer and for your professional development. Register for a professional development workshop or seminar. These seminars may enlist 1-2 day training. Check out Free training online.

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Productivity Bits

MAY 29, 2010

If this is what you need, a training or seminar is where to get it. This is where professional networking becomes useful. Online social networking sites can also be useful in this regard. What if you cannot find this mentor inside your company? Go out and be active around your professional community.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

“ I held a training seminar and Committee meeting on the day that the second planned terrorist attack occurred in London in 2007. Fortunately the police managed to stop the would be terrorists but it did lead to chaos on the transport network. Many of the delegates were worried about getting home.

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 11, 2012

For just a little more, you can attend classes, workshops, webinars, seminars, etc. Aside from incredible networking, most professional associations also give you access to valuable learning opportunities—whether through featured speakers at meetings, annual training conferences, or newsletters highlighting trends in your field.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Is it possible to get a list of attendee email addresses to network after the webinar? It is very hard for small business to find the money to support training. I wrote an article called Getting To Yes that outlines the steps you need to take to persuade your executive to support your training. It can be a very hard sell.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 10, 2016

I love the networking opportunities and coming away with actual tools that I can use in my profession. I know that without the training I received through Office Dynamics I would not have been prepared to take advantage of these opportunities.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

”) and the on-site training seminars. This piqued my interest as he outlined how cross-training helped boost employee morale and retention. So you may be thinking, “Does offering training really counterbalance a less than stellar salary?” All Things Admin Training Center. What’s out there?

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Loosely Speaking

SEPTEMBER 1, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs After the dance is over Tuesday, September 1, 2009 at 4:13 pm // By: ktcosmos // Category: Business Strategies/Perspectives , Virtual Assistant Resources Whew and Wow. Format The format allowed for both education and unlimited opportunities for networking.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 24, 2008

How many of us have kicked ourselves for not being better networkers so that when the layoffs came, we didn't have many places to turn for help? How many of us have regretted that we didn't promote our skills and abilities better so that when bonuses were scarce, we didn't garner one for ourselves?

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

Jones already has convinced local governments of the viability of green collar jobs, getting public funds in California for training low-income youth in industries such as renewable energy, organic food and green construction. Tom Daschle, Arianna Huffington and (drum roll, please) Al Gore.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

Working together can mean cross-training for out-of-office coverage and expansion of what the team together can accomplish that one person alone cannot do. When administrative professionals work together, there is less duplication, resulting in savings to the company and increased profitability. Gain a new perspective.

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Andrea Kalli

APRIL 6, 2010

Home Services Keyword Research, SEO, and Backlink Strategies for Link Building SharePoint Services Training Internet Marketing Assistant Microsoft Outlook Podcaster’s Corner Admin Assistance WishList Member and Wordpress Membership Sites New Client Questionnaire Info Contact Andrea Andrea’s Bio Code of Ethics Blog Testimonials Search View (..)

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2008

You reminisce about that Seinfeld episode where Elaine gets stuck on the subway and starts talking to herself about how the train isn’t moving and starts to get claustrophobic. That’s what The Weather Network is for. You start to feel the same way and wonder when your floor will hit next.

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Success

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Refresh your network. Pull up those numbers and refresh your network! Now is the perfect time to check in and keep your network working for you. Attend training. Susan RoAne , networking expert, speaker and author of the bestselling How to Work a Room. Automate bill payments. Reconnect with family.

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