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Myriam Balerio is the founder and writer of PA Privé. After kick starting her career as a PA and finding success as an assistant, Myriam later trained in digital and online marketing and has since combined the two disciplines in creating PA Privé, the platform through which she provides sage advice for those in the assistant profession and a network for like-mined PAs and EAs to connect. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Myriam has lived in London for over 10 years and currently lives in London with her husband and French bulldog.

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Nov 11, 2013
14 Steps to Happiness at Work

14 Steps to Happiness at Work

Do success and satisfaction automatically go hand in hand? Not always. Developing the keys to thrive – not just survive – at your job requires effort, but the payoff is well worth it.  According to The Wall Street Journal, happy employees are 36% more motivated, 31% more successful in achieving their goals, and 33% more likely to assist their coworkers when compared with their unhappy counterparts, workplace contentment is an important objective for many companies. It is inevitable that there will be problems in work, as in life. What separates the happy from the frustrated is how we choose to ...

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Nov 10, 2013
Appointment Setting Effectively

Appointment Setting Effectively

Recently one PA contacted me and requested if  I could write any tips about Appointment setting. So I did a research and found some basic general tips, I hope it helps!  Click here for our guide on how to improve communication skills  Appointment setting is simply calling as many people as possible, qualifying them as a prospective customer, and asking them to set an appointment with a salesperson or representative. Professionals and businessmen do not want to waste time or money meeting people who have no intention of buying their product or service. These businesses rely on appointment setters to make sure ...

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Nov 8, 2013

14 Ways to Cultivate Good Karma in your Workplace – Life

The word ‘karma’ is derived from the Sanskrit Kri, meaning ‘to do’. However, in the yogic context karma means not only action, but also the result of an action. Karma is defined as the force generated by a person’s actions, habits, and behaviours. It is not based on something intangible or uncontrollable. Karma exists day to day and, for all of us who spend most of our days working. Creating good karma is not about being religious. One need not even be a Buddhist or belong to any religious faith to create good karma. What you do need is to develop ...

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Oct 30, 2013
Returning to Work – 21 Steps for a Smooth Transition

Returning to Work – 21 Steps for a Smooth Transition

Concerned about getting back in the workforce after a gap in your employment? Returning to work following an absence can often be the most critical component of your recovery.  If you’ve not been in work for a while, it’s natural to feel apprehensive about going back. But I have good news for you! there are steps you can take to make it easier.   Click here if you need some Personal Assistant CV/PA CV advice.   These  tips outlines steps you may take to help make your return to work smooth and successful. It provides information on actions you may want ...

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Oct 30, 2013

Apple’s iPad Air  The World’s Thinnest, Lightest Tablet.

Apple’s new iPad Air – everything you need to know. During last week’s Apple announced at a special event in San Francisco on October 22 the new iPad Air. The new tablet is lighter and thinner than the previous generation. It weighs only one pound and improved internals. It features the same 64-bit A7 processor , the same chip as iPhone 5s making it run an amazing 72 times faster than the original iPad. support for MIMO Wi-Fi, improved FaceTime camera and is just 7.5mm thick. *The iPad mini with retina display went on sale on November 1st.   But should ...

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Oct 27, 2013
18 Steps To Creating A Positive First Impression In a Job Interview

18 Steps To Creating A Positive First Impression In a Job Interview

I know you’ve heard the sayings, “first impressions are lasting impressions” and “you can never re-do a first impression. Like many old expressions, there’s a lot of truth in these phrases. That’s why you should always do your best to make a positive first impression, especially during every step of your job search.   Click here if you need some Personal Assistant CV/PA CV advice.        Be On Time. If this first impression is to be made at a scheduled meeting—like a job interview, perhaps—it should go without saying that tardiness will not work in your favour. Do whatever ...

Oct 27, 2013 | 1 Comment on 18 Steps To Creating A Positive First Impression In a Job Interview
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Oct 27, 2013
Dress for Success – How to Dress for Interviews

Dress for Success – How to Dress for Interviews

Appearance and what you wear to an interview is a big part of the job search process. A significant part of any hiring decision is based on nonverbal elements in the interview — your handshake, eye contact, body language, posture, listening skills, clothing, grooming and accessories. However, If you’re reading this you are already off to a good start.    Click here if you need some Personal Assistant CV/PA CV advice.     According to a recent survey by careers website The Ladders, 37% of bosses say they have decided against hiring an applicant because of the way they dressed. (The ...

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Oct 23, 2013
Achieve Better Work-Life Balance

Achieve Better Work-Life Balance

In today’s busy world, prioritising between your work and your personal life can be a huge challenge. Is spending every possible minute on your work the best thing for your business? Is it the best thing for your life? What about work life balance? It seems logical that the more you put into work, the more you will get out of it, right? However, eventually, we all know that this leads to burn out, and can actually have a negative effect on your business and even worse, your life and those around you.   See here for more on a healthy work life balance.   ...

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Oct 21, 2013
10 things you have to keep in mind when hiring the staff for your event

10 things you have to keep in mind when hiring the staff for your event

The success of any event depends on the staff and their interaction with your audience. Your employees are the face of your event and will build, as well as strengthen, relationships with your customers. That’s why it’s important to pay careful attention to who you hire.   The staff who execute your event interact with the attendees throughout the event.  These interactions will set the tone and have a major impact on the final impressions and could determine the success of your event.      Check out  our PA Privé careers page for personal assistant jobs, London PA jobs and more.     ...

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Oct 18, 2013
Great Tools for Business Travellers

Great Tools for Business Travellers

During the planning phase, and while in the midst of taking time off, you can rely on a number of excellent apps, websites, and services that can help put your mind at ease about your holiday.    Click through to find out how to improve concentration.      Here are the 20 best travel apps and services. For more advice about organising your travel, see http://pa-prive.com/best-apps-for-travel-theyre-free/    Hotel Tonight This is an app that helps you find the best day-of deals on a hotel room in top cities around the world. It works by showing you hotels that are offering last-minute deals on ...

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