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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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Jun 8, 2014

Another Exciting Year of Tech Innovation – Google Glass

We believe Google Glass can be very useful for Personal Assistants, particularly because the devices can provide real-time information and are able to pull up data, images and more on a heads-up display and companies could use it basically as an information appliance.  Google is launching a new “Glass at Work” program to try to build interest in the business community about the possibilities of using Google Glass in workplaces. Now Google wants to encourage and grow that nascent trend with its new “Glass at Work” program which is designed to help businesses learn more how Glass might be integrated in useful ways ...

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Jun 6, 2014
10 Tasks You Can Do As a Virtual Assistant

10 Tasks You Can Do As a Virtual Assistant

There are a lot of tasks that a virtual assistant can do from home to shave ours from the employer’s workweek. The number of virtual assistants are growing. They can work with a contract or freelance doing administrative jobs similarly to an executive assistant or a secretary. Vendor and customer service calls to sending out thank you cards to prospective clients are other activities performed by virtual assistants. Here’s a list of tasks that can be delegated to them:   Click through for more PAs career advice.    Bookkeeping: Keeping tabs on bills and other bookkeeping matters can be one of the ...

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Jun 4, 2014
Top 15 Interview Mistakes that Can Ruin your Job Search

Top 15 Interview Mistakes that Can Ruin your Job Search

Are you looking for a job? We all know how hard it is to find employment lately, but while you may be putting forth your best effort, you may also be doing a few things to sabotage yourself. Many people make significant job search mistakes and never even know about it. Especially if your search is taking longer than you anticipated, you’re probably wondering where you went wrong. If you’ve found your job search to take longer than you anticipated, there’s a chance you’re making some mistakes holding you back from landing a job. To help you find more clarity in ...

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Jun 2, 2014
10 Ways to Become a Better Leader

10 Ways to Become a Better Leader

Ever wondered what makes an effective leader? Or what it is about some people that inspires others to follow them? How does a leader bring out the best in others? It starts with having Emotional Intelligence. Leadership is a significant aspect of management. In order to ensure organizational success, co-operation from subordinates as well as greater efficiency, it is important for a manager to be a great, effective and a true leader.   Click through for more PAs career advice. Explore what it takes to be a good leader   The required aspects of effective leadership are as follows: Motivation Integrity ...

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May 29, 2014
Take Control of Your eMails Now

Take Control of Your eMails Now

  This is one area that tops the list of time-killers for many small business owners. Because email is an ongoing form of communication, and we don’t have complete control over the incoming flow, we need to work on improving our productivity in how we receive, organize, reply to and even think about email. The tips below will help you create a system for managing your email in a way that supports productivity instead of eating away at it. Here’s some effective email management tips that will save you time so you can focus on higher priority tasks. See here for ...

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May 28, 2014
15 Ways to Tell When Someone is Lying at work

15 Ways to Tell When Someone is Lying at work

Today’s issue is a bit different: it’s about how to tell if someone is lying to you. Who hasn’t heard the old saying “Liars never look you in the eye”? Developing the ability to read the body language and identify lies can help you better navigate situations of dishonesty.    Remember: these signs don’t indicate someone is lying, just that they are more likely to be lying.   See here for more on PAs career advice.     Face-to-Face Meetings    A fake smile. It’s hard for liars to give a real smile while seeking to deceive. (Real smiles crinkle the corners ...

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May 27, 2014
13 Ways to Improve Your Attention to Detail

13 Ways to Improve Your Attention to Detail

“Detail oriented” and “pays attention to detail” are requirements you see on nearly every job posting. This makes sense, since being observant about details means you can avoid costly mistakes. The modern workplace is full of distractions. Don’t let your big-picture thinking stop you from caring about the small stuff. Paying attention to the details could give you a competitive advantage.   Check out  our PA Privé careers page for personal assistant jobs and London PA jobs and more.   Develop these 13 simple strategies for ensuring greater attention to detail:    Pay Attention  Really listening means abandoning the multi-tasking for a moment.   Consistent attention ...

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May 21, 2014
15 Ways To Make Your Boss Adore You

15 Ways To Make Your Boss Adore You

We all know how difficult it can be trying to impress the boss, and let’s face it, every employee deep down wants to impress their boss. People who are prepared to put in the extra effort and commitment will be rewarded sooner or later. Click through for more PAs career advice.   No idea how to go about this? We compiled the top 15 most successful ways to make your boss adore you!    Be Proactive: Be Willing To Learn When you first join an organization, chances are that your boss will only ‘teach’ you what you need to know in order ...

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May 20, 2014
23 Steps to a Killer Cover Letter

23 Steps to a Killer Cover Letter

The purpose of a cover letter The cover letter is often the first impression that a prospective employer will have of you. A cover letter should give an employer an idea of who you are, and explain what skills you could bring to the job. You should also explain to the employer why you are interested in their business, and the particular role. Showing a genuine interest helps you stand out among other candidates, so it is important to tailor your cover letters and Curriculum Vitae so they relate specifically to each job application. Check out  our PA Privé careers page for personal assistant jobs, London PA jobs and ...

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May 19, 2014
How to Avoid Negativity at Work

How to Avoid Negativity at Work

One of the greatest challenges people in the workplace face is avoiding bad vibes. After spending enough time in the company of other people, you and I know that there are individuals that radiate negativity. They give off such bad vibes that you can’t wait to get away. If you don’t want to constantly feel this way, then you need to find a way to cope with the negative people in your life. Once you identify them, try to use these tips to handle them. Some studies suggest that about 70% of all conflicts in the workplace are based not ...

May 19, 2014 | 1 Comment on How to Avoid Negativity at Work
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