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This week, whilst contemplating getting Monica braids to cope with the humidity, we saw the launch of a new PA network, and learned what a Grove is. 
We hope you have all managed to stay safe in the crazy weather. Well done - you've made it to Friday! 

NewsWrap

  • The Suffolk PA Network launched this week! Massive congratulations to Kimberley, Katie and Josephine 👏🏻 Fun Fact: Suffolk is the first place in the UK to see the sun rise!  
     
  • With A-level results this year landing students with some challenges ahead, have a look at this blog post talking about career advice we would give our 18-year-old selves (probably some fashion advice too)
     
  • Is your company spying on you to make sure you are working while you are at home? We've heard about spyware tracking keystrokes, and even cameras taking pictures every 5 minutes. Some people, however, are fighting back.
     
  • This week we heard the FANTASTIC news that The Office Management Portal reached 1000 members!! They plant a tree for every member so they now officially have a Grove (according to Wikipedia). Massive congratulations to Hana and the team, and THANK YOU for all the clean air 🤸🏻‍♀️
     
  • We are loving the idea of the BBOTakeFive series, hosted by the lovely Sarah Howson from the Bucks, Berks and Oxon PA Network. You even have the chance to nominate a great assistant to learn more about! 
"If you're feeling anxious or fearful during the coronavirus pandemic, you're not alone. Offering hope and understanding, author Elizabeth Gilbert reflects on how to stay present, accept grief when it comes and trust in the strength of the human spirit."

Events

  • Practically Perfect PA is hosting a FREE webinar on how to build relationships with your Executives. It's on 21st August, and you can register here
     
  • Michelle Bowditch has been announced as one of the speakers at The Future of Work virtual conference, being brought to us by The PA Club on 11th September. There's still time to register if you haven't already
     
  • If your Execs are thinking about travelling again, be sure to sign up to this webinar hosted by Corporate Traveller. With various speakers from the airline, hotel, and transfer industry, get clued up on how to keep safe for the entirety of your journey 
     
  • Got an event you want to shout about? Let us know!

Training and tech

  • Another week, another update from Microsoft. This time it's the clipboard getting a makeover, and we're wondering why it took them so long! Better late than never
     
  • Big thanks to Lizebeth Koloko-Green for sharing these 16 shortcuts for Microsoft Teams 🙏🏻
     
  • On 25th August, Instant Impact are hosting a webinar on (amongst other topics) the benefits of having a diverse workforce, and the legal perspective on positive discrimination. Register now!
     
  • Are you running a training session you would like us to share? Send us the details!

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