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Welcome to our November 2017 Edition of The Assistant

November is here and Summer is just around the corner. It is always a frantic time of the year as everyone strives to achieve everything that needs to be done before hopefully putting their feet up for a much deserved rest over the festive season.

We have been busy organising a diverse range of Networking Events around the country in the lead up to the festive season, so keep checking the networking page on the website to see which events you want to come to.  Our conference series travels to Melbourne later this month and so far registrations are on track to make this our biggest ever event in Melbourne- so hopefully we will see all of our Victorian friends either at the conference, the expo or the networking drinks.

We hope you enjoy this month’s edition of The Assistant.

 

Jonathan McIlroy
Editor and Director, Education & Learning
Executive Assistant Network

She did it!!! 

Well done Tash on taking the plunge – or push – from 14,000 feet!!  I can tell you Sky Diving was WAY out of her comfort zone and such a huge achievement raising awareness for such an important cause.

It is not too late to congratulate Tash by donating a few dollars! So come on everyone, let’s show her our support!   
 

Click here to support this great cause 

Our thanks to all those who have contributed well needed funds to the Children’s Cancer Institute to help research towards zero deaths for childhood cancer.

Dealing with toxic people 

Toxic people and behaviour is unfortunately alive and well in Australian workplaces. Safe Work Australia presents some uncomfortable statistics about the country's workers: 37 per cent reported being sworn or yelled at in the workplace, 22 per cent said they've been physically assaulted or threatened by patients or clients and 11 per cent experienced unfair treatment due to their gender. What can EAs do to avoid toxic people in the workplace? Roger Sutton, author of "The Asshole Survival Guide: How to Deal with People Who Treat You Like Dirt" gave Insights by Stanford Business a few tips.

Minimise contact

As with toxic substances, minimising your contact with toxic people can be a good way to make sure you avoid most of the negative effects. Sutton says that being 30m away is enough to make them disappear from your radar. Less than 8m away, however, and you'll be more likely to become irritated.

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WE HAVE JUST LAUNCHED OUR NEW FLAGSHIP 1 DAY COURSE- THE PROACTIVE AND STRATEGIC PARTNER- AN EA MASTERCLASS, WITH CLASSES ROLLING OUT AROUND THE COUNTRY BEFORE THE END OF THE YEAR

Designed from the ground-breaking research and subsequent unique insights that EAN has developed that are forcing fundamental shifts in understanding about EA and Executive relationships, this is the most significant EA program ever created anywhere in the world. This 1-day class is a powerful new opportunity to help EAs and executives better understand the dynamics of their partnership, how to make this stronger and how to work more effectively and more productively together.
 

At Elite Assistants we are always working with great companies from all over Australia who understand how important it is to have a specialised approach to finding the perfect EA and PA for them. If you are looking for a new career challenge, or are just curious as to what might be out there, we urge you to get in touch by email or phone to let us help you. Alternatively you can expect to meet myself at some of Executive Assistant Network's many networking events.

Below are just a few of the current roles we have that might be a perfect fit for you.

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Take at look at some of the recent EAN Networking Events 

Avestar Audio Visual is delighted to advise all the EA members that they have renewed their in-house AV contract with the beautiful Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach! Avestar has been looking after the AV needs of event organisers at Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach for the last 6 years and is delighted to be awarded the contract for another 3 years, starting January 1, 2018.

It is exciting times at the hotel as Avestar will be upgrading the entire in-house AV system, ensuring that Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach has the latest and best technology including a dedicated Video Conference room, Barco ClickShare Wireless Connectivity, SMARTKapp Capture Boards, Laser Projectors and the ability to now share visual and audio content from their ballroom to overflow rooms.

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At the heart of our business:
The Nespresso sustainability story
A letter from Loïc Réthoré, General Manager Nespresso Oceania

In a time of diminishing natural resources, climate change and consumers who are becoming more aware of the environmental responsibility of brands, businesses are becoming increasingly wary of their sustainable impact – social, financial and environmental.

At Nespresso, we’re serious about sustainability. It is a commitment we have made and is a core component of our business, not just here in Australia, but globally. Our commitment to bringing about the social, environmental and economic conditions that are required to achieve global sustainability is something we strive to build on every day. Our vision is The Positive Cup - working towards ensuring that every cup of Nespresso has a positive impact and that we are part of a sustainable coffee economy globally and in Australia.

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As we discussed last month, RI Advice have partnered with the EAN with the aim of making sure all EAN members can make informed decisions about their money. This partnership is all about you and we hope you will make use of the resources we have made available for you.

Our dedicated website, just for EAN members, www.youradvicepartners.com.au is now available for you to visit. There is loads of good information about personal finance and is specifically designed for women.

The website also has a special offer to all EAN members. We have an online financial health check tool that is available ABSOLUTELY FREE to EAN members. The “Wealth Report” is an easy and fun way to get a snapshot of your financial position.

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Luna Park Sydney Celebrates Christmas Across All Fully Catered Venues

Luna Park Venues are pleased to announce a host of unique Christmas experiences are available for individuals and small to medium sized businesses seeking an especially memorable night out from November through to December.

For corporate groups still looking to book their end of year festivities, Luna Park Venues is offering a complimentary unlimited rides pass for every guest, valid for 6 months, if a celebratory lunch, dinner or cocktail party is booked on a Monday to Thursday in November and December 2017. Private events are individually curated and organised by the Venues’ premium catering and dedicated events team – ensuring a truly magical experience is had by all. For more detail contact: sales@lunaparksydney.com

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Why You Need 24/7 Support for Travelling Staff (More than Ever)

As an Executive Assistant, you are the central support system for your C-level staff. This is an all-encompassing role, requiring your undivided attention around the clock and a great degree of after-hours work. Most EA’s know the feeling of newly arriving for a dinner reservation, only to then constantly leave the table to handle a work emergency.

One element that demands a significant quota of an EA’s time is travel management, so everything from arranging flights to booking hotels, organising visas to post-trip expense management. However, the nature of travel is erratic, unpredictable and intermittent and things going wrong is completely out of your hands. No matter how sound your plans are, flights are cancelled, suppliers go bankrupt, natural disasters occur and all while you’re in a totally different time zone, trying to fit in at least 5 hours of sleep every night.

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OFFERS 209 ROOMS, ALL-DAY DINING AND LATE NIGHT BAR

The stunning and contemporary new Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport opened in September, meeting the robust demand for quality accommodation in the rapidly developing suburb of Mascot. With 209 rooms, it is the eighteenth Travelodge Hotel in Australia and New Zealand and delivers “more of what you want and less of what you don’t” in line with the brand’s Refreshingly Simple promise.

Like all Travelodge Hotels, it offers comfortable beds and contemporary decor, free Wi-Fi and standard 11am check-out. The new hotel features modern interior design and great dining options at T’s Bar & Bistro, providing a comfortable, convenient layover for the no-nonsense traveller at Australia’s busiest airport. TFE Hotels manages the property, which was developed by Andary Group and is located on O’Riordan Street and King Street, only 500m from domestic terminal entrances.

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MAKE THIS CHRISTMAS THE ONE THAT YOU PUT A SMILE ON A STRANGER’S FACE

As part of the Executive Assistant Network, you are likely someone who values your career, professional development, education, empowerment & gain much satisfaction too from supporting your colleagues or perhaps passing on your own knowledge & bringing out the best in those around you. Whether mandatory to participate or not, many of you will also work in organisations with social responsibility policies in place to benefit the wider community or those in need right around the world – some with designated charity partners or foundations in place even. But on quite a personal level, whilst we often hear many individuals voice their passion for “paying it forward”, they simultaneously voice their questions or concerns as to how they can ensure their support actually ends up directly benefitting those for whom their donation is intended.

In the lead up to Christmas, we would like to take this opportunity to make a heartfelt, personal appeal to all who share our values that each & every one of us can indeed make a difference to better the life of another, focusing on the communities surrounding us here at home. Via an organisation with minimal overhead & connecting directly ...

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10 Reasons Why UNSW is the Smart Venue Choice

1) Exceptional Resources – At UNSW all our venues are equipped with world class audio visual technology, supported by an on-site technical team.

2) Freedom to Innovate – With 400+ event spaces offering everything from natural light, flexible design and even swinging basket chairs, our professional event management team can help you realise your vision.

3) Location Location – Choose from our venues at 1 O’Connell Street in the heart of Sydney CBD or Kensington in the stylish Eastern Suburbs

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The best way to organise an event

Your schedule is frantic. Your ‘to do list’ is as long as a major highway. And your boss has asked you to organise a major event.

The trick is to source a venue that offers seamless delivery backed by an expert events team—a ‘go to’ team that will be by your side providing major support, from design and planning to amazing implementation.

The dedicated team of experts at GIO Stadium has years of experience in providing advice and support throughout all stages of your event, providing you with full confidence and letting you rest easy. They’ve handled small, intimate gatherings and major events for up to 700. The team excels at client communications and is committed to working closely with you from start to finish. No stone will be left unturned.

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