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How to determine if you’ll make a good personal assistant

For people who wanted to start anew or shift to a new career, perhaps a job as a personal assistant could be your option. As this profession requires you to be competent in a couple of areas such as project management, time scheduling, task prioritization, interpersonal skills, and even computer-technical skills, it is always a [...]

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Showing the value of a Personal Assistant

It’s no secret that households are spending less on their “wants” and preparing for the worst. Everyone is watching their budget. So how can a Personal Assistant win more clients when many view their services as a want instead of a need?
Start with  understanding what your clients time is worth. Unfortunately, many people view their [...]

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Work Life Balance.. what it means for a Personal Assistant

Work/Life Balance is Just Good Business!
It would be nice to think that the companies on the leading edge of work/life balance programs are simply being good citizens and doing the right thing!  But, the fact is that these programs make good business sense.
 
In addition to increased productivity and employee satisfaction, companies can retain valuable employees [...]

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The Ultimate Personal Assistant Resource

First and foremost, I want to thank all of our readers that provide valuable feedback each month and ask some really great questions. It’s been a pleasure to help each of you that are striving to open your own personal assistant business or personal concierege service.
I have some really good news that I just couldn’t [...]

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How a Personal Assistant can help you during the holidays

The holiday season is quickly approaching and now is the time to prepare. There are events to plan, gifts to buy and wrap,  travel arrangements to be made and much, much more. How will you help others?
The holiday season is the number one time for personal assistants and concierges. Some people may not realize how [...]

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