Editor's Letters
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
The Olympic Spirit
By Lucy Brazier OBE - July 27, 2012
In two days’ time on 27th July, the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games will take place here in London – the first city to have hosted the modern Games of three Olympiads. In ancient Greece, wars would stop for the Olympic games. It was not merely a time out for recreation, but rather an... Read more »
Leadership
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
5 Ways to Develop Your Business Acumen
By Julie Perrine - July 25, 2012
Learning the "business' of business is essential for career success, Julie Perrine show's us what it's about
Personal Development
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
PA behaviours – the ‘what’ and the ‘how’
By Adam Fidler - July 25, 2012
There’s more to examining your performance than you think says Adam Fidler It’s a funny word ‘behaviours’ and something that often conjures up an image of a parent telling their child, “To behave…”. However, it’s a term that I became very familiar with when it came to full-year and mid-year performance reviews. In fact, in... Read more »
Profiles
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
PROFILE – Eth Lloyd
By Lucy Brazier OBE - July 25, 2012
Eth Lloyd is the Director of AAPNZ, the Association of Administrative Professionals New Zealand In an extraordinarily inspirational interview we talk to Director of AAPNZ, and personal development visionary, Eth Lloyd, about changes to the administrative profession since the 1960s, growing up in New Zealand, and the importance of professional development in your career. Can we... Read more »
Communication
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
How to negotiate for what you’re worth
By Robert Hosking - July 25, 2012
This article will help you prepare yourself for the pay you deserve — whether you’re a job candidate or employee
Personal Development
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
The “R” Word
By Bonnie Low-Kramen - July 25, 2012
‘R-E-S-P-E-C-T- Find out what it means to me…’ Aretha Franklin’s 1967 smash hit anthem is considered to be one of the best songs of all time. Why? The word hits a nerve. Note: Since 95% of all admins are women, the pronoun ‘she’ will be used in this piece. To all the male admins, I... Read more »
Processes & Procedures
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
Presenting Powerfully
By Jeremy Lazarus - July 25, 2012
Key tips to impress your audience and keep your nerves at bay, whether presenting to 1 person or 100. Many people find that presenting in front of a large audience is one of the least pleasurable tasks in their working life. Some people even find it totally nerve-wracking. This article will give you some tips... Read more »
Personal Development
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
Building Greater Trust in Your Relationships
By Colin Gautrey - July 25, 2012
Trust is central to being able to work effectively, and achieve greater success. As an Executive Secretary, trust is likely to be a cornerstone of your success. The degree of trust placed in you by your boss enables you to build an effective partnership. Often, this is a bond which lasts many years and through... Read more »
Opinion
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
The MA Stockholm Syndrome
By Mariachiara Novati - July 25, 2012
Have you ever felt trapped in an abusive workplace relationship? So have others, and it may now become a recognized problem For six months I worked for a luxury fashion brand and I have lived a terrible experience. I felt like I was trapped in a circle of negative thoughts because the people around me,... Read more »
Project Management
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
Getting the Most from Attending a Trade Show
By Ali Mead - July 25, 2012
To get the most from attending a trade show, you have to have a clear strategy in mind. Here are some tips for what you should do before, during and after the show to be sure your trip is a success. You’ve approached the boss on a good day, got approval to attend and now... Read more »
Productivity
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
Double Trouble
By Lindsay Taylor - July 25, 2012
Juggling the demands of more than one executive? You're not alone! says Lindsay Taylor
Personal Development
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
Motivation Made Easy
By Ann Latham - July 25, 2012
The three secrets to staying motivated: love the activity, love the result or love neither. But how do you put this into practice? Motivation is rarely a problem when you love the activity. Some people love cooking, running, or making customers happy. Others love eating the things they cook, the way they feel after running,... Read more »
Cover Story Leadership
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
Executive On-boarding and the Role of the PA
By Anel Martin - July 25, 2012
Anel Martin explains how you can play a critical role in helping your new executive settle in to their new role Executive recruitment and placement is big business, and the stakes are high. Many people still underestimate the massive role that Personal Assistants and Executive Secretaries can, and do, play in the successful on-boarding process... Read more »
Project Management
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
The Accidental Event Manager
By Claire Lister - July 25, 2012
We’ve all had tasks land in our in-tray that aren’t strictly part of our job description, and sometimes had to deal with situations which lay way outside what’s required of us. But as professionals we adjust our mindset, take a positive viewpoint and tackle them head-on, mostly with great effect – because that’s who we... Read more »
Leadership
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
The Perfect Travel Itinerary
By Nicky Christmas - July 25, 2012
Travel is stressful, but creating a comprehensive travel itinerary will keep both you and your boss calm and organised. Think about all the different bits of paper you have to keep when you travel – tickets, hotel details, travel guides. Well, along with the usual stresses of travelling, your boss also has to attend meetings... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: July / August 2012
Issue: July / August 2012
Who Supports the Internal Applicant?
By Nikki Hutchison - July 25, 2012
When applying for a role internally, there is often little support. But you can do a lot to help yourself by applying the same principles to the process as you would for an external role Many employees feel that the only way to secure new challenges and promotions is to leave their existing employer. Why?... Read more »