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Jan 20, 2015

8 Ways to Promote Yourself Online Effectively

Want to boast a bigger social media footprint? Do these 8 things to boost your social presence. Put yourself out there and promote yourself online today! Become a guest writer Consider becoming a guest writer or contributor for a popular e-zine or blog. Become a guest contributor at PA Privé > contact us > hello at pa-prive dot com. Create Online Profiles Check out > Google profiles, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, etc. Build a positive presence online There are plenty of benefits to new media, if you maintain a positive presence. Your online social networks enable you to build ...

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May 21, 2014

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

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 ...

May 20, 2014 | 1 Comment

May 7, 2014

Self Promotion Tips to Get Hired

More and more agencies and employers are searching online for suitable applicants. If you do not have an online presence you may be missing out on opportunities. You need to make sure that anything on social media that can be seen by a potential employer is going to help you get employed. If you’re on the look out for a job, keep an eye out on our PA Privé careers page for personal assistant jobs, London PA jobs and more. How to Self-Promote Online Put yourself out there Update your social status with your job status out. “Visibility ...

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Apr 25, 2014

Work Habits to Impress Your Boss

Apart from working hard, having the right technical skills, and always achieving all your work goals, there are other ways you can impress your boss. The ability to impress your boss is a major determining factor in your success, as well as your happiness and productivity at work. There are certain principles that are universally appreciated by bosses regardless of the job scope and market. Click through for more PAs career advice. Here is a list of proven ways to Wow your boss Be Proactive: Be Willing To Learn When you first join an organization chances are that your boss will only ...

Apr 25, 2014 | 3 Comments

Apr 14, 2014

Understanding Your Body Language

Research has shown that 50% to as much as 100% of your message is communicated through your body language. However, only a few people are consciously aware of how to interpret this information effectively in their lives. Click through for more PAs career advice. What it means body language? Body Language – technically known as kinesics (pronounced ‘kineesicks’) – is a significant aspect of modern communications and relationships. Body language is the unconscious and conscious transmission and interpretation of feelings, attitudes, and moods, through: Body posture, movement, physical state, position and relationship to other bodies, objects and ...

Apr 14, 2014 | 3 Comments

Apr 3, 2014

Top 20 Tips to Achieve Your Career Goals

We spend so much time and energy at work, that it would be a waste if we didn’t at least make the effort to set out achieving career goals. You must take complete control over every part of your life and create your own future. You must leave nothing to chance. Luck or hard work? When some people achieve great success faster than others, they are immediately accused of having “good luck” and rarely get credit for their hard work. When people make a mess of their lives, largely due to their own shortcomings, it’s often dismissed as “bad luck.” ...

Apr 3, 2014 | 3 Comments

Mar 11, 2014

How to Talk Like TED

Click here for our guide on how to improve communication skills STEPS TO DELIVERING A MIND-BLOWING TED TALK. The TED 10 commandments. 1. Thou Shalt Not Simply Trot Out thy Usual Shtick. 2. Thou Shalt Dream a Great Dream, or Show Forth a Wondrous New Thing, Or Share Something Thou Hast Never Shared Before. 3. Thou Shalt Reveal thy Curiosity and Thy Passion. 4. Thou Shalt Tell a Story. 5. Thou Shalt Freely Comment on the Utterances of Other Speakers for the Sake of Blessed Connection and Exquisite Controversy. 6. Thou Shalt Not Flaunt thine Ego. Be Thou ...

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Dec 10, 2013

Telephone Interview – Questions

Click through if you need advice with personal assistant interview questions or PA interview questions. Why do employers use telephone interviews? Employers usually use telephone interviews when they receive a lot of applications or are recruiting for a lot of positions. It’s a way of narrowing down the candidates into a number that it is possible for them to interview face-to-face. How long do they last? They varied in length, generally takes between 20-25 minutes but can take up to 1 hour. Advantages of telephone interviews: For the employer: They are time and cost-effective – most last about 20-25 minutes. They test your ...

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Dec 10, 2013

Tips for Effective Delegation

Delegation is a key tool in the effective management of people, time and resources. Here are a few key elements of any delegation. Click here for our guide on how to improve communication skills Determine what you will delegate.    You decide which task(s) you want to delegate. Keep in mind that delegating is different from simply assigning someone a task that is already a part of the normal job requirements. When you delegate, you give someone else one of your job tasks; but you maintain control and responsibility. Select the person to whom to delegate the responsibility, taking time ...

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