PA | PA Prive - Part 15

Jun 16, 2013

Office Wear Essentials

Contrary to popular belief, there are many ways to stay sensible yet stylish at the office. Getting dressed for the office doesn’t mean leaving your personal style behind. Find out which looks give you a polished, professional look and which fashions can be a career killer. Below are some must-have items for a completely polished, professional wardrobe Build a strong set of timeless staples . Focus on fit and quality . Learn to maximize your wardrobe through smart outfit combinations instead of relying solely on statement pieces. Invest in the Classics. Save money on items that you’ll wear infrequently, and invest ...

Jun 16, 2013 | 1 Comment

Jun 14, 2013

Making Travel Arrangements for Executives

If you work as a PA, at some point you’ll likely make travel arrangements for one or more executives. Making travel arrangements for your boss can sometimes be stressful. It is important to ask the right questions to get them where they want to go. The details below are tips and questions to scheduling travel arrangements for your boss. Questions you can ask and tips to remember Find out your boss’s preferences. Make certain the executive’s travel documents are up-to-date. Some international destinations also require visas for entry into the country. Check the itinerary carefully. Make sure that ...

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Etiquette Dilemmas of Traveling With Your Boss

Being invited on a business trip with your boss is a great opportunity. This can be an opportunity to improve your position in the company. There are two things to do when traveling with your boss: You may want to show to your boss that you are an expert in a particular field. The most important rule to keep in mind is: Repeat this mantra to yourself over the course of the trip. Everything that applies in the office applies on the road. Here is some useful advice: Flesh out your itinerary. You are likely ...

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Jun 10, 2013

List of Great Apps for Working Women

Time is precious, so we need our smartphones to work hard and smart. Next generation smart phones help professionals work better and quicker. Today we have a fabulous apps list that will help you to simplify your life and keep it in order. What apps do you recommend? CardMunch Allows you to snap a picture of a business card and store it virtually on your phone. It’s also connected to Linkedin, so once the business card is saved it can search for the profile of your contact in linkedin, allowing you to be even more connected . Great ...

Jun 10, 2013 | 1 Comment

Essential Steps to Reduce Stress

How stress affects us Are you feeling tired, exhausted or even burnt out? Do you wish you had more time? Is your to-do list longer than the hours in your day? Do you need a break or a holiday? There are many ways on which stress can affects us, from Physical to emotional symptoms. Sleep Appetite Fatigue Headaches Lacks of concentration Confusion Felling emotional Beating chronic stress is a long-term effort, and we’ve shared lots of ways to deal with it. Here are quick tips and tricks to use anytime you need to chill out and get on ...

Jun 7, 2013 | 1 Comment

5 Smart Organising Tips For Executive Assistants

Executive assistants provide high-level support to managers and business executives. EAs have more responsibilities compared with entry-level secretaries. Some of the essential tasks of an EA include: working independently to plan, coordinate and organize projects. They supervise, mentor and develop administrative staff, and often have an assistant of their own. To become successful at the job, an EA must have excellent organization and customer service skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work well with all levels of management. She/He also must meet deadlines, pay attention to details and maintain a professional appearance at all times. Prioritise/Time Management ...

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Executive Assistant Interview Questions

This is a great article we’ve found about the most frequently asked interview questions for an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant interview for C-level executives. Some of these are obvious, but it’s really good to have a refresher and they could be really useful. Tell me about yourself. A great chance to sell yourself. Plan well, be precise and practice in front of anyone you can find. Try to touch upon a little bit of your personal self, this will give the interviewer a good insight into your personality. What are your current duties as an Administrative/Executive Assistant? ...

Jun 4, 2013 | 13 Comments

May 29, 2013

This Week’s New Cinema Release – “Populaire” a Chic and Enchanting French Film

Set in 1950s France, Populaire tells the story of Rose Pamphyle (François), a young country girl who dreams of escaping the confines of her small village. Who is employed for a job as a secretary at an insurance firm by the dashing bachelor – and failed sportsman – Louis Echard (Romain Duris). On seeing how quickly she types he enters her into a local typing competition and Pamphyle proves she is a THE typist, capable of winning the country’s typing contests. Populaire arrives in cinemas on 31 May. In a recent interview by the Telegraph Newspaper, Déborah François said: ‘I trained ...

May 29, 2013 | Comments Off

Car hire tips: Remember some key car hire facts to avoid costly mistakes

Making sure the right boxes are ticked through the car hire process will not just protect you and your boss from hidden costs, but could also save money while ensuring a stress free trip. The top tips derive from the most common mistakes made by hirers through major agencies. Excess Insurance All car hire companies offer excess insurance policies at collection, but these are often more expensive than when booking in advance with a third party. Collision damage waiver cover can be obtained easily online prior to a trip and in many cases will save you money before you ...

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Apr 3, 2013

Eight ideas to help you to be more productive

We share eight easy reminders of ways to make sure your day is more productive, to help you get the most from your day. To-do lists – we all know how essential a to-do list is to an effective day, so make the next day’s list before you leave the office with each item rated based on its importance. This not only helps you focus quickly in the morning and increases the productiveness of your day, it also allows you to leave work at work. Make notes – pen and paper, smart phone, tablet, whichever suits you; ...

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