Communication
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
The Powerful Duo of Listening and Empathising
By Lindsay Taylor - March 25, 2015
Lindsay Taylor details the two skills that combine to create a formidable approach
Communication
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Managing Your Boss
By Claire Lister - March 25, 2015
Time and time again I hear from PAs how they struggle to find a way to work with their executives. With the constant demands and complexities of your role, the last thing you need is a resistant executive, who slows you down, and obstructs your ability to assist and work with them to the best... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Ultimate Secrets for Career Success
By Sandy Geroux - March 25, 2015
Sandy Geroux shares the crucial habits and mindsets that can help you move from success to significance
Career Development
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Have a Goal? Get a System!
By Julie Perrine - March 25, 2015
Julie Perrine introduces three simple tools to put effective and efficient systems in place
Personal Development
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Create a “Mindset Spiral” to Become Powerful
By Graham W Price - March 25, 2015
One of the key determinants of the life we lead and what we get out of life is our beliefs. Self belief, belief about what’s possible, belief in what we can achieve and contribute to others and the world. A term that’s often used to describe these kinds of beliefs is “mindset”. People with a... Read more »
Personal Development
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Why Use a Coaching Approach as a Line Manager?
By Kate Hesk - March 25, 2015
Coaching cultures The use of coaching within organisations, whether formally (through structured internal or external coaching arrangements) or informally, as an element of a style of conversation, is becoming recognised as a powerful tool for individual and organisational development. Organisations are increasingly seeking to develop “coaching cultures”. What is coaching? Coaching is used as an... Read more »
Technology
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Subject Line, not Surprise Line
By Shirley Taylor - March 25, 2015
Shirley Taylor explains how to create better email subject lines that get your emails opened
Technology
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Social Media and the Job-hunter
By Ruth Jacobs - March 25, 2015
According to research carried out by the company I work for, Randstad Business Support, just two in 10 job candidates tailor their LinkedIn profile when going for new jobs. But more than three-fifths remember to make their CV relevant for specific posts. Three-quarters of applicants are comfortable with future employees viewing their online profiles. ... Read more »
Personal Development
Issue: March / April 2015
Issue: March / April 2015
Preparing for Retirement
By Dr Lynda Shaw - March 25, 2015
The period leading up to retirement can be one of the most stressful times of our lives explains Dr Lynda Shaw
Editor's Letters
Issue: January / February 2015
Issue: January / February 2015
The Way Forward
By Lucy Brazier OBE - January 26, 2015
So that’s it! The International Year of the Secretary and Assistant is no more. After a year of speaking, writing, and campaigning it has come to an end.
Cover Story Processes & Procedures
Issue: January / February 2015
Issue: January / February 2015
Creating an Assistant Network Within Your Organisation
By Cathy Harris - January 25, 2015
Cathy Harris leads the way with her comprehensive guide to creating an Assistant Network within your organisation
Communication
Issue: January / February 2015
Issue: January / February 2015
Creating Powerful Partnerships
By Peggy Vasquez - January 25, 2015
Trust is the foundation of all powerful - and successful - partnerships says Peggy Vasquez
Leadership
Issue: January / February 2015
Issue: January / February 2015
Three Locks That Hold You Back
By Doug Dickerson - January 25, 2015
Doug Dickerson highlights three leadership "locks" that can keep you from reaching your potential
Communication
Issue: January / February 2015
Issue: January / February 2015
Winning Beginnings – Opening Your Speech With Impact
By Lyn Roseaman - January 25, 2015
Lyn Roseaman shares her tops tips on opening your speech when speaking in public
Personal Development
Issue: January / February 2015
Issue: January / February 2015
Choosing Your Attitude
By Jessica Mcgregor Johnson - January 25, 2015
It can be a challenging time when the world as we know it shifts beneath our feet, says Jessica Mcgregor Johnson
Career Development
Issue: January / February 2015
Issue: January / February 2015
Why Your Job (Description) is Never Done!
By Julie Perrine - January 25, 2015
Updating your job description is an important exercise not just this year, but every year, explains Julie Perrine















