Assistant Strategies for Success

Practically Perfect PA Virtual Summit

Thursday 28th September 2023

Join 100s of Assistants for high-level training
Do not miss out!
0
0
0
0
Days
0
0
Hrs
0
0
Min
0
0
Sec

What is the Assistant Strategies for Success Virtual Summit?

Thursday 28th September 2023 0800 AEST | 0900 GMT+1 | 1200 EDT

Are you an Assistant looking to take your career to the next level? Join us for the Assistant Strategies for Success Virtual Summit and gain insights from our expert speakers on strategically excelling in your role as an Assistant. Our experienced speakers will share their knowledge, tips, tactics and advice so that you can make the most of your career opportunities within your organisation.

At this virtual Summit, you will learn how to effectively manage your workload and create real value by taking away actionable steps that you can immediately implement. Our speakers will provide valuable guidance on how to stay ahead of the curve in terms of tactics, trends, and industry best practices.

The Summit is designed to be interactive and inspiring, with plenty of opportunities for networking with other assistants worldwide. You’ll have access to exclusive content from our speakers, including case studies, panels and Q&A sessions. Plus, there will be plenty of time for discussion with fellow attendees about workplace success strategies.

At the end of the Summit, you’ll leave with a renewed sense of confidence in yourself and your abilities as an Assistant. You’ll have gained invaluable insights into how to excel in your role and make a positive impact on both yourself and your organisation. Don’t miss out – join us at the Assistant Strategies for Success Virtual Summit today!

0
Assistants have attended our virtual summits since 2017
0
Virtual Summits organised by Practically Perfect PA since 2017
0
Amazing speakers have presented at our Virtual Summits since 2017

Keynote Speakers

Nicky Christmas

Founder of Practically Perfect PA

Hallie Warner

Chief of Staff | Co-Author of The Founder & The Force Multiplier

Tara Sims

Sr. Manager Administrative Services Office Management at Comcast

Faye Kilgour - Neves

The What-if Coach

Hilani Ellis

Founder of Exceptional Admins

Tanya Rose Nyakudya

Social Media Strategist

Andreea Pap

Founder of The Happiness Digger

Jasmine Mybe

The Empowerment Champion

Candice Burningham

Founder of Admin Avenues

Summit Schedule

The Assistant Strategies for Success Virtual Summit 2023 takes place on Thursday, 28th September 2023. You can dive deep into key strategies to ensure an effective Assistant and Executive relationship.

0800 - 0810
  • Welcome to the Virtual Summit

    Nicky Christmas, Founder and Editor of Practically Perfect PA

0810 - 0840
  • Harness the power of your strengths

    In this session, Andreea will focus on the science of strength-based living to help you understand, build, and leverage your strengths. Andreea will concentrate on:

    • The power of understanding and operating from strengths
    • Five concrete ways in which to develop and leverage your strengths daily
    • Exercises, meditations, and reflections focused on strengths

     

    After this session, you will understand your strengths and their power and have ways to build and leverage them in your everyday life to create a happier, more productive and more fulfilled life.

    Andreea Pap, Founder of The Happiness Digger

0840 - 0910
  • Building Connection & Managing Conflict: Coaching Skills for Assistants

    In this session, Faye will share practical steps and psychological tips to support you quickly and easily build connections and manage conflict. Faye will walk you through:

    • An approach to help you build connection with clarity and confidence
    • A value-based strategy to navigate challenging conversations
    • Three essential tips for asking impactful questions

     

    After the session, you will feel more confident in building the professional relationships you desire and better equipped to navigate the inevitably tricky conversations that arise!

    Faye Kilgour-Neves, The ‘What-If’ Coach

0910 - 0940
  • Panel Discussion: Dealing with ambiguity

    Join Tara Sims, Sr. Manager of Administrative Services at Comcast, and Candice Burningham, the visionary Founder of Admin Avenues, as they delve into the challenges of dealing with ambiguity in professional settings.

    This panel discussion will offer insights into managing uncertain situations, making confident decisions with limited information, and fostering a resilient mindset to thrive in ever-changing environments.

    Perfect for Assistants seeking strategies to handle the unpredictable nature of their roles with grace and efficiency.

    Tara Sims, Sr. Manager Administrative Services Office Management at Comcast | Candice Burningham, Founder of Admin Avenues

1000 - 1030
  • Building the confidence to create solutions

    Join Nicky Christmas as she unravels the art of building confidence to devise practical solutions in the workplace. During this session, she’ll explore:

    • The Nexus of Confidence and Problem-Solving: Understand how self-assuredness directly impacts your ability to address challenges.
    • Strategies for Confidence Building: Discover actionable techniques to bolster your self-belief in professional settings.
    • The Art of Solution Crafting: Learn how to approach problems with a solution-oriented mindset, turning challenges into opportunities.

     

    After the session, expect to feel equipped and inspired to tackle workplace challenges head-on. With a renewed sense of confidence, you’ll be better positioned to identify issues, brainstorm solutions, and implement strategies that drive positive outcomes for yourself and your organisation.

    Nicky Christmas, Founder and Editor of Practically Perfect PA

1030 - 1100
  • What do you do? One Powerful Part of Your Visibility Strategy

    There is so much opportunity to be found in the assistant role. And it’s up to us to stand up, step up, and lead up to become more visible within our organisations. Being visible to the right people at the right time for the right reasons is critical for career growth.

    In this session, Hallie will focus on:

    • The power of a visibility strategy
    • Why it’s essential to increase your visibility even if you prefer to be “behind the scenes.”
    • How to communicate your role to internal and external stakeholders

     

    After this session, you will be empowered to articulate the value and impact of your role to key stakeholders and create your own visibility strategy.

    Hallie Warner, Chief of Staff | Co-Author of The Founder & The Force Multiplier

1100 - 1130
  • Future-proofing your career as an Admin

    Join Candice Burningham from Admin Avenues for an insightful session that delves into the question on every admin’s mind: “Should we be scared our jobs are going to be replaced by AI?” The answer may surprise you – it’s both “yes” and “no.”

    Drawing on insights and real-world examples, Candice will navigate the nuanced landscape of AI’s impact on administrative roles. From streamlining processes to enhancing productivity, she’ll talk through it all.

    Learn how to adapt and upskill, leveraging AI as a powerful ally rather than a looming threat. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the skills that will remain uniquely human – creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking – and how to integrate them seamlessly with AI-driven systems.

    Candice Burningham, Founder of Admin Avenues

1130 - 1200
  • Building a personal branding

    Have you ever wondered about the power of personal branding in the administrative profession? Dive into our exclusive session, Building Your Personal Brand, with Hilani Ellis, a stalwart advocate for the administrative profession. In this session, you’ll discover:

    • The Three Pillars of Personal Branding: Strengths, Style, and Storytelling. Understand the foundation of creating a brand that resonates.
    • The Challenges: Learn why many professionals struggle to talk about themselves and how to overcome this hurdle.
    • The Essential Element: Discover the mindset shift required to stand out and be perceived as more than “just an assistant.”

     

    After this session, you’ll be equipped to Start your personal branding journey with clarity. With the accompanying session workbook, you’ll engage in self-reflection exercises that will guide your first steps.

    Hilani Ellis, Founder of Exceptional Assistants

1230 - 1300
  • ReThink: Developing the Mindset for Your Success

    In this session, Jasmine will share why mindset is critical for your success as an assistant and her proven strategies to develop the mindset you need for the success you want.

    In ReThink, you’ll learn the following:

    • What makes an Assistant successful.
    • The power of focus and how to make it work for you.
    • Three simple steps to progress towards success.

     

    After this session, you’ll be empowered and equipped to rethink so you can leap forward on your success journey.

    Jasmine Mybe, The Empowerment Champion

1300 - 1330
  • Beyond Facebook and Twitter: Navigating New Social Media Platforms for Business Success

    In this session, Tanya Rose will help you navigate the diverse range of social media platforms constantly being launched, including Threads, Clubhouse, YouTube Shorts and even TikTok.

    Tanya will show you strategies on how to:

    • Decide which platforms or trends to follow and how long to give it before throwing in the towel and trying something else
    • Create simple text videos that you can post online without the need for a high filming budget
    • Batch content for the month by repurposing posts from sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter

     

    At the end of the session, you can support your Exec (or Team) on social media with a clear strategy and not get overwhelmed by the constant launches of new platforms.

    Tanya Rose Nyakudya, Marketing Specialist and Well-being Speaker

1330 - 1400

    0900 - 0910
    • Welcome to the Virtual Summit

      Nicky Christmas, Founder and Editor of Practically Perfect PA

    0910 - 0940
    • Harness the power of your strengths

      In this session, Andreea will focus on the science of strength-based living to help you understand, build, and leverage your strengths. Andreea will concentrate on:

      • The power of understanding and operating from strengths
      • Five concrete ways in which to develop and leverage your strengths daily
      • Exercises, meditations, and reflections focused on strengths

       

      After this session, you will understand your strengths and their power and have ways to build and leverage them in your everyday life to create a happier, more productive and more fulfilled life.

      Andreea Pap, Founder of The Happiness Digger

    0940 - 1010
    • Building Connection & Managing Conflict: Coaching Skills for Assistants

      In this session, Faye will share practical steps and psychological tips to support you quickly and easily build connections and manage conflict. Faye will walk you through:

      • An approach to help you build connection with clarity and confidence
      • A value-based strategy to navigate challenging conversations
      • Three essential tips for asking impactful questions

       

      After the session, you will feel more confident in building the professional relationships you desire and better equipped to navigate the inevitably tricky conversations that arise!

      Faye Kilgour-Neves, The ‘What-If’ Coach

    1010 - 1040
    • Panel Discussion: Dealing with ambiguity

      Join Tara Sims, Sr. Manager of Administrative Services at Comcast, and Candice Burningham, the visionary Founder of Admin Avenues, as they delve into the challenges of dealing with ambiguity in professional settings.

      This panel discussion will offer insights into managing uncertain situations, making confident decisions with limited information, and fostering a resilient mindset to thrive in ever-changing environments.

      Perfect for Assistants seeking strategies to handle the unpredictable nature of their roles with grace and efficiency.

      Tara Sims, Sr. Manager Administrative Services Office Management at Comcast | Candice Burningham, Founder of Admin Avenues

    1100 - 1130
    • Building the confidence to create solutions

      Join Nicky Christmas as she unravels the art of building confidence to devise practical solutions in the workplace. During this session, she’ll explore:

      • The Nexus of Confidence and Problem-Solving: Understand how self-assuredness directly impacts your ability to address challenges.
      • Strategies for Confidence Building: Discover actionable techniques to bolster your self-belief in professional settings.
      • The Art of Solution Crafting: Learn how to approach problems with a solution-oriented mindset, turning challenges into opportunities.

       

      After the session, expect to feel equipped and inspired to tackle workplace challenges head-on. With a renewed sense of confidence, you’ll be better positioned to identify issues, brainstorm solutions, and implement strategies that drive positive outcomes for yourself and your organisation.

      Nicky Christmas, Founder and Editor of Practically Perfect PA

    1130 - 1200
    • What do you do? One Powerful Part of Your Visibility Strategy

      There is so much opportunity to be found in the assistant role. And it’s up to us to stand up, step up, and lead up to become more visible within our organizations. Being visible to the right people at the right time for the right reasons is critical for career growth.

      In this session, Hallie will focus on:

      • The power of a visibility strategy
      • Why it’s essential to increase your visibility even if you prefer to be “behind the scenes.”
      • How to communicate your role to internal and external stakeholders

       

      After this session, you will be empowered to articulate the value and impact of your role to key stakeholders and create your own visibility strategy.

      Hallie Warner, Chief of Staff | Co-Author of The Founder & The Force Multiplier

    1200 - 1230
    • Future-proofing your career as an Admin

      Join Candice Burningham from Admin Avenues for an insightful session that delves into the question on every admin’s mind: “Should we be scared our jobs are going to be replaced by AI?” The answer may surprise you – it’s both “yes” and “no.”

      Drawing on insights and real-world examples, Candice will navigate the nuanced landscape of AI’s impact on administrative roles. From streamlining processes to enhancing productivity, she’ll talk through it all.

      Learn how to adapt and upskill, leveraging AI as a powerful ally rather than a looming threat. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the skills that will remain uniquely human – creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking – and how to integrate them seamlessly with AI-driven systems.

      Candice Burningham, Founder of Admin Avenues

    1230 - 1300
    • Building a personal branding

      Have you ever wondered about the power of personal branding in the administrative profession? Dive into our exclusive session, Building Your Personal Brand, with Hilani Ellis, a stalwart advocate for the administrative profession. In this session, you’ll discover:

      • The Three Pillars of Personal Branding: Strengths, Style, and Storytelling. Understand the foundation of creating a brand that resonates.
      • The Challenges: Learn why many professionals struggle to talk about themselves and how to overcome this hurdle.
      • The Essential Element: Discover the mindset shift required to truly stand out and be perceived as more than “just an assistant.”

       

      After this session, you’ll be equipped to Start your personal branding journey with clarity. With the accompanying session workbook, you’ll engage in self-reflection exercises that will guide your first steps.

      Hilani Ellis, Founder of Exceptional Assistants

    1330 - 1400
    • ReThink: Developing the Mindset for Your Success

      In this session, Jasmine will share why mindset is critical for your success as an assistant and her proven strategies to develop the mindset you need for the success you want.

      In ReThink, you’ll learn the following:

      • What makes an Assistant successful.
      • The power of focus and how to make it work for you.
      • Three simple steps to progress towards success.

       

      After this session, you’ll be empowered and equipped to rethink so you make a leap forward on your success journey.

      Jasmine Mybe, The Empowerment Champion

    1400 - 1430
    • Beyond Facebook and Twitter: Navigating New Social Media Platforms for Business Success

      In this session, Tanya Rose will help you navigate the diverse range of social media platforms constantly being launched, including Threads, Clubhouse, YouTube Shorts and even TikTok.

      Tanya will show you strategies on how to:

      • Decide which platforms or trends to follow and how long to give it before throwing in the towel and trying something else
      • Create simple text videos that you can post online without the need for a high filming budget
      • Batch content for the month by repurposing posts from sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter

       

      At the end of the session, you will be able to support your Exec (or Team) on social media with a clear strategy and not get overwhelmed with the constant launches of new platforms.

      Tanya Rose Nyakudya, Marketing Specialist and Well-being Speaker

    1430 - 1500

      12pm - 12.10pm
      • Welcome to the Virtual Summit

        Nicky Christmas, Founder and Editor of Practically Perfect PA

      12.10pm - 12.40pm
      • Harness the power of your strengths

        In this session, Andreea will focus on the science of strength-based living to help you understand, build, and leverage your strengths. Andreea will concentrate on:

        • The power of understanding and operating from strengths
        • Five concrete ways in which to develop and leverage your strengths daily
        • Exercises, meditations, and reflections focused on strengths

         

        After this session, you will understand your strengths and their power and have ways to build and leverage them in your everyday life to create a happier, more productive and more fulfilled life.

        Andreea Pap, Founder of The Happiness Digger

      12.40pm - 1.10pm
      • Building Connection & Managing Conflict: Coaching Skills for Assistants

        In this session, Faye will share practical steps and psychological tips to support you quickly and easily build connections and manage conflict. Faye will walk you through:

        • An approach to help you build connection with clarity and confidence
        • A value-based strategy to navigate challenging conversations
        • Three essential tips for asking impactful questions

         

        After the session, you will feel more confident in building the professional relationships you desire and better equipped to navigate the inevitably tricky conversations that arise!

        Faye Kilgour-Neves, The ‘What-If’ Coach

      1.10pm - 1.40pm
      • Panel Discussion: Dealing with ambiguity

        Join Tara Sims, Sr. Manager of Administrative Services at Comcast, and Candice Burningham, the visionary Founder of Admin Avenues, as they delve into the challenges of dealing with ambiguity in professional settings.

        This panel discussion will offer insights into managing uncertain situations, making confident decisions with limited information, and fostering a resilient mindset to thrive in ever-changing environments.

        Perfect for Assistants seeking strategies to handle the unpredictable nature of their roles with grace and efficiency.

        Tara Sims, Sr. Manager Administrative Services Office Management at Comcast | Candice Burningham, Founder of Admin Avenues

      2.00pm - 2.30pm
      • Building the confidence to create solutions

        Join Nicky Christmas as she unravels the art of building confidence to devise practical solutions in the workplace. During this session, she’ll explore:

        • The Nexus of Confidence and Problem-Solving: Understand how self-assuredness directly impacts your ability to address challenges.
        • Strategies for Confidence Building: Discover actionable techniques to bolster your self-belief in professional settings.
        • The Art of Solution Crafting: Learn how to approach problems with a solution-oriented mindset, turning challenges into opportunities.

         

        After the session, expect to feel equipped and inspired to tackle workplace challenges head-on. With a renewed sense of confidence, you’ll be better positioned to identify issues, brainstorm solutions, and implement strategies that drive positive outcomes for yourself and your organisation.

        Nicky Christmas, Founder and Editor of Practically Perfect PA

      2.30pm - 3.00pm
      • What do you do? One Powerful Part of Your Visibility Strategy

        There is so much opportunity to be found in the assistant role. And it’s up to us to stand up, step up, and lead up to become more visible within our organizations. Being visible to the right people at the right time for the right reasons is critical for career growth.

        In this session, Hallie will focus on:

        • The power of a visibility strategy
        • Why it’s essential to increase your visibility even if you prefer to be “behind the scenes.”
        • How to communicate your role to internal and external stakeholders

         

        After this session, you will be empowered to articulate the value and impact of your role to critical stakeholders and create your own visibility strategy.

        Hallie Warner, Chief of Staff | Co-Author of The Founder & The Force Multiplier

      3.00pm - 3.30pm
      • Future-proofing your career as an Admin

        Join Candice Burningham from Admin Avenues for an insightful session that delves into the question on every admin’s mind: “Should we be scared our jobs are going to be replaced by AI?” The answer may surprise you – it’s both “yes” and “no.”

        Drawing on insights and real-world examples, Candice will navigate the nuanced landscape of AI’s impact on administrative roles. From streamlining processes to enhancing productivity, she’ll talk through it all.

        Learn how to adapt and upskill, leveraging AI as a powerful ally rather than a looming threat. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the skills that will remain uniquely human – creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking – and how to integrate them seamlessly with AI-driven systems.

        Candice Burningham, Founder of Admin Avenues

      3.30pm - 4.00pm
      • Building a personal branding

        Have you ever wondered about the power of personal branding in the administrative profession? Dive into our exclusive session, Building Your Personal Brand, with Hilani Ellis, a stalwart advocate for the administrative profession. In this session, you’ll discover:

        • The Three Pillars of Personal Branding: Strengths, Style, and Storytelling. Understand the foundation of creating a brand that resonates.
        • The Challenges: Learn why many professionals struggle to talk about themselves and how to overcome this hurdle.
        • The Essential Element: Discover the mindset shift required to truly stand out and be perceived as more than “just an assistant.”

         

        After this session, you’ll be equipped to Start your personal branding journey with clarity. With the accompanying session workbook, you’ll engage in self-reflection exercises that will guide your first steps.

        Hilani Ellis, Founder of Exceptional Assistants

      4.30pm - 5.00pm
      • ReThink: Developing the Mindset for Your Success

        In this session, Jasmine will share why mindset is critical for your success as an assistant and her proven strategies to develop the mindset you need for the success you want.

        In ReThink, you’ll learn the following:

        • What makes an Assistant successful.
        • The power of focus and how to make it work for you.
        • Three simple steps to progress towards success.

         

        After this session, you’ll be empowered and equipped to rethink so you can make a leap forward on your success journey.

        Jasmine Mybe, The Empowerment Champion

      5.00pm - 5.30pm
      • Beyond Facebook and Twitter: Navigating New Social Media Platforms for Business Success

        In this session, Tanya Rose will help you navigate the diverse range of social media platforms constantly being launched, including Threads, Clubhouse, YouTube Shorts and even TikTok.

        Tanya will show you strategies on how to:

        • Decide which platforms or trends to follow and how long to give it before throwing in the towel and trying something else
        • Create simple text videos that you can post online without the need for a high filming budget
        • Batch content for the month by repurposing posts from sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter

         

        At the end of the session, you can support your Exec (or Team) on social media with a clear strategy and not get overwhelmed with the constant launches of new platforms.

        Tanya Rose Nyakudya, Marketing Specialist and Well-being Speaker

      5.30pm - 6.00pm

        Assistants love our Virtual Summits

        I can honestly say I have benefitted and learnt something from every single one of the subjects covered in the Summits I have attended, and I am sure I will continue to do so.

        Sally Nicholson, Personal Sectetary, UK Ministry of Defence

        I have attended several PPPA virtual summits and always feel empowered and energised immediately after. The knowledge and insight we receive from other professionals around the world really hit home that either we are doing a great job or provide us with the tools to bolster our output in the workplace.

        Amy Cox, Directors Assistant, RKW Limited
        PPPA is one of the best companies offering training for administrative professionals. Their quarterly Virtual Summits are filled with gold nuggets of insider knowledge, and their list of virtual training is tailored to the needs of assistants worldwide. I highly recommend any of their materials as it has made a massive difference in my career.
        Paula Gagnon, Executive Assistant
        I love the Virtual Summits I’ve been a part of so far! The platform is excellent, and it’s a cost-effective way to learn new skills.
        Abby Bracewell, Executive Administrative Assistant, Home
        The content is valuable and comes both free and paid. A lot of different options for gaining further knowledge via summits, online content and online courses. Very active, informative and a rare and valuable tool for PAs and EAs.
        Kate Hannon, Executive Assistant, Queensland University of Technology
        I learn so much from all the different aspects of PPPA – whether it’s a webinar, a conference or a summit; catching up on previously recorded events or reading the articles, I always come away with something new, different, or to try out, and as a result, I’m always able to share tips, tricks and guidance with others.
        Alex Leigh, Executive Assistant, Sport England

        Assistant Strategies for Success Virtual Summit 2023: Ticket Pricing

        INDIVIDUAL TICKET

        £60 | USD70 | AUD102 | €70
        • 1 individual licence for the Virtual Summit
        • WATCH LIVE 11 brilliant tailored sessions for Assistants
        • WATCH AT YOUR LEISURE Access to the post-event recordings for 3 months

        GROUP TICKET

        £400 | USD460 | AU$680 | €460
        • 10 individual licences for the Virtual Summit
        • WATCH LIVE 11 brilliant tailored sessions for Assistants
        • WATCH AT YOUR LEISURE Access to the post-event recordings for 3 months

        ENTERPRISE TICKET

        £1000 | US$1330 | AUD1870 | EUR1170
        • WATCH LIVE with 40 licences and unlimited number of post-event licences for the Virtual Summit
        • 11 brilliant sessions tailored for Assistants
        • MULTI-LOCATION access so offices across the world can view the summit
        • WATCH LATER with access to the post-event recordings for a FULL 12 months

        Don’t miss out! Join the Assistant Strategies for Success Virtual Summit 2023