RSS AssistantPlus.behttp://www.assistantplus.behttp://www.assistantplus.be/Fax_cover_pagehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Fax_cover_pageA handy overview for those of us who regularly need to send faxes abroad!   English French Dutch Spanish German Fax Télécopie, Fax ...Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:33:22 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Phone_etiquette_-_Availabilityhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Phone_etiquette_-_AvailabilityAs an assistant, it is important to be able to converse with contacts and clients in a number of different languages. We provide a handy overview of Dutch and French telephone etiquette. En...Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:42:46 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Guidelines_for_manning_trade_fairshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Guidelines_for_manning_trade_fairsProfit more from your trade fair by being well-prepared! Manning a stand at a trade fair is a multi-faceted and challenging task. There is the public nature of the task, the wide variety of visito...Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:07:12 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Fair_staffing_schedulehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Fair_staffing_scheduleIf you’re taking part in a trade fair with a large team, it’s certainly a good idea to prepare a staff occupation schedule beforehand containing the names of those present, and their respective dai...Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:44:56 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Drinks_after_workhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Drinks_after_workThe do's and don'ts. Drinks after work? How about a few G&Ts, a Karaoke performance, and a drunken encounter with that colleague in accounts? It’s liberating to lose your inhibitions after a stres...Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:34:57 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Office_romancehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Office_romanceA survival guide. Romance is as much a part of office life as coffee machines. Many employers have discovered that trying to ban work romances is like trying to ban Christmas. It’s not even necess...Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:28:55 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Standard_formats_for_bannershttp://www.assistantplus.be/Standard_formats_for_bannersThere are a number of different formats known as standard banners. The standards evolved from guidelines developed by market leaders. Each company is of course free to develop its own formats,...Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:55:12 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_4http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_4How do I compress files containing a lot of / large images? Read this article with illustrations (PDF). If you add and process an image in Word, Excel or PowerPoint, a great deal of superfluous...Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:07:54 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_3http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_3How do I deal with overly large photographs in PowerPoint? Read this article with illustrations (PDF). If you insert a photograph on a PowerPoint slide, this is often far too big. There are two...Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:34:38 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Love_on_the_work_floorhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Love_on_the_work_floorThe pros and cons. Is love at work a good idea? Now that we are spending so much time at work, office romances are becoming increasingly common. According to Stefan Lievens, Professor of psycholo...Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:52:45 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_2http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_2How do you fit a great deal of text in one Excel cell? Read this article with illustrations (PDF). You can only see the first 1,024 characters in each cell, although the cell capacity is 32,767...Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:05:57 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_1http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggest_1How do you send large attachments with MS Outlook? Read this article  with illustrations (PDF). Not every e-mail box can send or receive large attachments. If a file is larger than 5MB, there’s ...Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:51:07 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggesthttp://www.assistantplus.be/Big_bigger_biggestWorking with large Word documents. Read this article with illustrations (PDF). Working in and scrolling through large Word documents is a very slow process. It takes Word a long time to scroll ...Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:31:09 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_Can_an_office_romance_cost_you_your_jobhttp://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_Can_an_office_romance_cost_you_your_jobOf course, you won't get the sack if you fall in love with a colleague. Your employer must respect his employees’ privacy, so even if romance is in the air this should not have any effect on your ...Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:01:46 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Theres_more_to_printing_than_just_printinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Theres_more_to_printing_than_just_printingMake the most of the available print options. If you all you print is an occasional e-mail you may not have noticed, but there is more to printing than just clicking on the ‘Print’ button. Read t...Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:11:49 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Working_for_a_younger_bosshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Working_for_a_younger_bossHow do you cope? Chances are that some time during your career you will have to come to terms with the fact that your manager is younger than you. According to a 2004 study conducted by the U.S. F...Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:20:54 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Guidelines_for_organising_a_conference_part_2http://www.assistantplus.be/Guidelines_for_organising_a_conference_part_2Using the checklist below, you can set about staging a conference with complete peace of mind. Organising a conference is no picnic. You need to pay attention to a host of details. Here we give yo...Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:14:50 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Guidelines_for_organising_a_conference_part_1http://www.assistantplus.be/Guidelines_for_organising_a_conference_part_1Using the checklist below, you can set about staging a conference with complete peace of mind. First and foremost you have to distinguish between a commercial conference and a conference for colle...Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:50:45 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Legal_retention_periods_for_documents_in_Belgiumhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Legal_retention_periods_for_documents_in_BelgiumHow long should I keep official company documents on file? This overview consists of common series and file types that must be retained for a specific period of time within the organisation for l...Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:00:17 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Be_careful_with_attachmentshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Be_careful_with_attachmentsWhat can you attach to an e-mail? All e-mail programs allow you to add attachments to your e-mails. Whether this is always something that is really desirable and whether this will present any prob...Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:17:03 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/A_few_tips_for_a_successful_holiday_partyhttp://www.assistantplus.be/A_few_tips_for_a_successful_holiday_partyBe as generous as the budget allows. Employees have worked hard all year and they are looking for a good show of appreciation. Make it memorable! You can make the event memorable by choosing an ...Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:25:49 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Holiday_Office_Party_Dos_and_Dontshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Holiday_Office_Party_Dos_and_DontsAre you attending your company’s holiday party this year? We provide you with some basic do’s and don’ts to ensure you survive and thrive at any company-sponsored party. Do’s Remain professional...Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:04:14 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Holiday_Office_Gift_Givinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Holiday_Office_Gift_Giving... a few guidelines The holidays should be a time of joy and celebration, but it often becomes a time of stress and frustration for those of us who face the prospect of giving or receiving holida...Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:50:27 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Administrative_retention_periodshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Administrative_retention_periodsThis overview consists of common series and file types that must be retained for a specific period of time within the organisation for administrative reasons. Please note: these retention peri...Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:14:53 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Keep_performing_under_stresshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Keep_performing_under_stressHow do you do it? Assistants experience regular bouts of stress more than ever before. Deadlines are never far away and overtime is a regular occurrence. So, just what is the best way to tackle th...Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:23:53 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Organising_a_company_partyhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Organising_a_company_partyFollow our tips to ensure success! Sound project management involves being able to achieve a specific objective by a certain day and within an agreed budget. A company party is a perfect example o...Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:02:48 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Negotiating_priceshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Negotiating_pricesDon’t pay a cent too much! Budgeting is important for all organisations, so savings made when purchasing something can also be a real benefit. We outline the basic principles of successful negotia...Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:36:42 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Writing_letters_of_complainthttp://www.assistantplus.be/Writing_letters_of_complaintIf you’re going to complain, make sure you do it right! The difference between being proven right and just being right is often a good letter. We have given some tips below to help increase your c...Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:21:39 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_manage_your_friends_in_the_workplacehttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_manage_your_friends_in_the_workplaceMixing authority and friendship is no easy job. Friendships in the workplace can suddenly become very fragile if you have been promoted to a position of authority within your organisation. So how ...Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:01:10 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Christmas_commitmentshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Christmas_commitmentsA checklist for the best time of the year. Everyone looks forward to Christmas. However, this well-earned festive holiday is often marred by the stress that comes along with all the preparation. T...Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:10:10 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Telephone_etiquette_-_Contacting_people_via_telephonehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Telephone_etiquette_-_Contacting_people_via_telephoneAs an assistant, it is important to be able to converse with contacts and clients in a number of different languages. We provide a handy overview of Dutch and French telephone etiquette for when yo...Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:15:41 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/What_does_it_cost_to_use_a_mobile_phone_abroad_in_the_European_Unionhttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_does_it_cost_to_use_a_mobile_phone_abroad_in_the_European_Union© European Communities, 1995-2009 You can use your mobile phone anywhere in Europe and in many other parts of the world thanks to the EU's GSM technical standard. Before travelling, check with you...Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:07:26 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Gift_vouchers_the_certainty_of_not_getting_it_wronghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Gift_vouchers_the_certainty_of_not_getting_it_wrongAs a token of gratitude and appreciation towards your loyal customers or your employees, it’s common practice for companies to give a gift of some kind to mark the end of the year, on the occasion ...Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:59:41 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Environmentally_friendly_end-of-year_giftshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Environmentally_friendly_end-of-year_giftsIs environmental awareness in high regard in your organisation? If so, then make sure you choose one of these end-of-year gifts! We had a look at www.Kudzu.be . In their online store you can fin...Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:59:17 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Original_end-of-year_giftshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Original_end-of-year_gifts  Thinking of an original gift isn't easy. We give you a few ideas to toy with ... and to provide you with some inspiration!  Mini c...Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:46:02 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Classic_end-of-year_giftshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Classic_end-of-year_giftsFinding the ideal end-of-year gift can take a huge amount of time, but you don’t always have to be original. For some companies, the so-called “classic end-of-year gifts” still represent the best ...Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:27:55 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Room_set-upshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Room_set-upsGive some shape to the audience! Choosing the right set-up for the room or hall is crucial to the success of a business event. Like all the other factors that go into the make up of an event, this...Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:46:27 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Tips_for_making_a_successful_proposal_or_quotehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Tips_for_making_a_successful_proposal_or_quoteTurn leads into sales at the drop of a hat! When you make a proposal or price quote, you’re trying to win over the customer once and for all and build a relationship with that person. You can reco...Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:27:47 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Recession_managementhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Recession_managementPersonnel tips for difficult times When companies are a bit strapped for cash, it’s time to adopt a more creative approach to its resources, and that goes for personnel matters, too. We suggest a ...Wed, 02 Sep 2009 10:53:26 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Communication_checklist_in_the_event_of_internal_changeshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Communication_checklist_in_the_event_of_internal_changesKeep everyone informed fairly and correctly! Internal communication is extremely important in every organisation, and all the more so when internal changes are occurring. This checklist will help ...Wed, 02 Sep 2009 10:12:17 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Get_your_schedules_running_like_clockworkhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Get_your_schedules_running_like_clockworkA few tips ... Constant access Keep two appointments diaries: one on your desk and a copy on your manager’s desk. That way you both have a clear view of the appointments that have been made and h...Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:11:31 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/All_meetings_need_minuteshttp://www.assistantplus.be/All_meetings_need_minutesThe ABC of taking minutes and why they are so important What are minutes? Meetings are a part and parcel of business life. It is therefore useful to get into the habit of making a written report ...Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:45:55 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Making_a_hotel_reservationhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Making_a_hotel_reservationA few tips to ensure an enjoyable hotel stay! Here are a few tips to make sure that your hotel reservation and stay run as smoothly as possible. Have everything at hand When making a reservation...Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:08:17 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Crease-free_flyinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Crease-free_flyingHow do you leave a plane crease-free? There are no second chances when it comes to first impressions. This is also true when you need to make that first impression after a tiring flight. With good...Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:57:07 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Manage_your_priorities_http://www.assistantplus.be/Manage_your_priorities_… and make time for yourself! The secret of efficient time management lies in managing your priorities, not your time. But what exactly is meant by this? Let's outline the situation: you are a ver...Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:47:33 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/The_most_important_qualities_as_a_managerhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_most_important_qualities_as_a_managerWhat skill set do you need to be a good manager? Leading, inspiring, coaching and motivating people is not something you do as a matter of course, and not everyone is cut out for it. We set out to...Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:15:44 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/The_importance_of_feedbackhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_importance_of_feedbackLet people know how they’re doing! Asking for and giving feedback is extremely important in your job as manager. But why?   Employees ask for it! In all human relations, both professional and p...Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:33:35 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/What_can_jealousy_do_for_youhttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_can_jealousy_do_for_youMake the green monster work for you! It’s a strange phenomenon. One moment you’re a reasonable person, the next you’ve been overcome by powerful blinding emotions – a sure sign that the green mons...Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:54:00 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Take_good_care_of_your_business_e-mailshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Take_good_care_of_your_business_e-mailsIn theory an e-mail is a digital letter, although these days they’re not really considered as such. It’s a quick way of communicating and for that reason it can easily become informal. However, it’...Tue, 04 Aug 2009 11:25:09 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/10_Tips_for_sending_e-mailhttp://www.assistantplus.be/10_Tips_for_sending_e-mailIf you are regularly sending e-mails, remember itcould end up in the wrong hands so be careful! Here are some tips for writing e-mail. Compose carefully Think about what you want to say before s...Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:55:04 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_What_does_the_acronym_MICE_stand_forhttp://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_What_does_the_acronym_MICE_stand_forThe acronym "MICE" refers to the purpose of a business trip and stands for: M: visit meetings (meetings) I: incentive travel (incentives) C:  visit conferences (conventions) E: visiting fairs ...Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:18:04 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Fiscal_Horsepower_for_company_carshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Fiscal_Horsepower_for_company_carsAmounts for 2009 When the employee may use the company car for work related and private trips, the company car is a taxable benefit in kind. To calculate the taxable benefit, the standard num...Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:35:46 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/IBAN_en_BIC_numbershttp://www.assistantplus.be/IBAN_en_BIC_numbersWhat are they and how do you make sense of them? The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) and BIC (Bank Identifier Code) are a standardized way to identify bank accounts in Europe and make the...Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:31:21 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_What_can_PowerPoint_be_used_forhttp://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_What_can_PowerPoint_be_used_forYou can use PowerPoint for any of the following: For slides that are used as support in a speech, during a meeting, ... This requires a computer as well as a good projection system, especially wh...Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:24:21 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Days_of_the_week_in_five_languageshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Days_of_the_week_in_five_languagesLanguages are important for an assistant. We help you out with a handy overview of the weekdays in five languages. Days of the week: English French Dutch German ...Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:33:59 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Months_of_the_year_in_five_languageshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Months_of_the_year_in_five_languagesLanguage skills are important for an assistant. In the columns below we have drawn up a handy overview of the months of the year ... in five languages. English French Dutch...Fri, 17 Jul 2009 10:48:10 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Standard_Dutch_sentences_for_your_daily_e-mail_correspondencehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Standard_Dutch_sentences_for_your_daily_e-mail_correspondenceIt’s not always easy to find the correct terminology and syntax in a language that is not your own. That’s why we offer these standard sentences as a tool to help you out in your daily e-mail corre...Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:36:23 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/French_standard_sentences_for_e-mail_correspondencehttp://www.assistantplus.be/French_standard_sentences_for_e-mail_correspondence  It’s not always easy to find the correct terminology and syntax in a language that is not your own. That’s why we offer these standard sentences to help you out in your daily e-mail correspondenc...Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:15:15 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Is_e-mail_dangeroushttp://www.assistantplus.be/Is_e-mail_dangerousAvoid fatal e-mail mistakes! E-mail pretty much seems like the panacea of the 21st century. However, it can actually be quite dangerous. Some mistakes could even cost you your job. It is therefore...Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:07:41 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/A_step-by-step_guide_to_making_a_simple_PowerPoint_presentationhttp://www.assistantplus.be/A_step-by-step_guide_to_making_a_simple_PowerPoint_presentationIf you have to make a PowerPoint (PPT) presentation and you have absolutely no idea where to start, there’s no need to worry! This step-by-step guide will help you on your way. Read this article ...Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:54:13 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Keyboard_Shortcuts_Word_2003http://www.assistantplus.be/Keyboard_Shortcuts_Word_2003As the most widespread computer operating system, Windows is almost unavoidable in your daily work. So it's important to master it as well as possible! Take a look at these shortcuts. A guaranteed ...Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:30:52 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Shortcuts_Excel_2003http://www.assistantplus.be/Shortcuts_Excel_2003As the most widespread computer operating system, Windows is almost unavoidable in your daily work. So it's important to master it as well as possible! Take a look at these shortcuts. A guaranteed ...Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:23:36 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/E-mails_in_five_languageshttp://www.assistantplus.be/E-mails_in_five_languagesAs an assistant your knowledge of languages is important. In the columns below we have drawn up a handy overview of different departments in five languages. Nederlands Deutsch Fr...Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:42:45 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_motivate_your_colleagues_1http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_motivate_your_colleagues_1Motivating your colleagues and keeping them motivated is no simple task. It is important to motivate people in the right manner. However hard you try, if you do it wrong the consequences can be se...Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:16:48 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Buying_vs_leasing_computershttp://www.assistantplus.be/Buying_vs_leasing_computersWhich factors determine your choice? New computers, printers and other hardware can be expensive. So, is it better to buy these or should you opt for a lease? We present an outline of the advantag...Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:53:52 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/A_new_spring_a_new_start_1http://www.assistantplus.be/A_new_spring_a_new_start_1Start spring with a clean slate, and a clean office. Spring cleaning at home is a tradition for many. This tradition also applies to the office - for several reasons. The facts! Spring cleaning ...Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:06:44 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Clear_the_floors_1http://www.assistantplus.be/Clear_the_floors_1Find the right cleaning and maintenance partner for your company. A clean workplace is not only important for your company’s image, but also for motivating your employees. It is therefore importan...Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:01:23 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Convince_the_person_youre_talking_tohttp://www.assistantplus.be/Convince_the_person_youre_talking_toHow proactive use of language can help you. Setting boundaries, making priorities clear and coming across positively. It isn’t always easy to convey this correctly. The tips below will help you ho...Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:59:45 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/What_is_your_body_language_sayinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_is_your_body_language_sayingMore than half of our message is in our body language! 55% of the message we convey is body language and 38% is tone and intonation, with words accounting for barely 7%. So it’s very important to ...Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:03:14 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Travellers_to_the_USAhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Travellers_to_the_USANew compulsory online registration for travellers to the US: ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Most passengers from countries participating in the Visa Waiver Program need a vali...Fri, 29 May 2009 10:40:50 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Packing_your_bagshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Packing_your_bagsA few practical tips! Checked luggage Your airline limits the amount of baggage you may take (number of suitcases, weight and dimensions). Check your ticket or ask your travel agent or airline. I...Thu, 28 May 2009 18:36:02 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/The_perfect_meeting_minuteshttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_perfect_meeting_minutesWhat requirements should be met for well drafted meeting minutes? Meeting minutes are read by a wide range of people and are often also used as working documents. Their layout and style is therefo...Mon, 25 May 2009 15:19:34 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Standard_sentences_for_business_e-mailhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Standard_sentences_for_business_e-mailIt’s not always easy to find the correct terminology and syntax in a language that is not your own. That’s why we offer these standard sentences as a tool to help you out in your daily e-mail corre...Tue, 19 May 2009 10:25:53 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Checklist_to_welcome_new_colleagueshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Checklist_to_welcome_new_colleaguesUse this handy checklist to give new colleagues a warm welcome. Welcome checklist for new team membersWed, 13 May 2009 10:52:37 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Microsoft_gives_users_Windows_7_free_for_13_monthshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Microsoft_gives_users_Windows_7_free_for_13_monthsSource: www.webwereld.nl Microsoft Corp. will let users run Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) for more than a year, giving them free use of the new operating system for a significantly longer tim...Wed, 13 May 2009 10:03:20 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Electronic_signatureshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Electronic_signaturesHow do you go about creating one? Give your e-mail messages a professional look or a personal touch by learning how to make and manage e-mail signatures using Microsoft Outlook®. Read this article...Tue, 12 May 2009 16:29:00 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/What_elements_should_definitely_be_included_in_your_electronic_signaturehttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_elements_should_definitely_be_included_in_your_electronic_signatureAs well as rounding off a message, your signature can also contain information about yourself. Whether you include this information will depend on the type of message you are sending. Many people ...Tue, 12 May 2009 16:16:07 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Personalised_Out_of_Office_messageshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Personalised_Out_of_Office_messagesAutomatic replies when you’re away Read this article with illustrations (PDF document) What is it? Using the AutoReply option in Microsoft Outlook®, you can automatically send messages to speci...Tue, 12 May 2009 16:12:51 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_Outlook_-_What_is_a_rulehttp://www.assistantplus.be/FAQ_Outlook_-_What_is_a_ruleOne or more automatic actions taken on e-mail messages and meeting requests that meet certain conditions, along with any exceptions to those conditions. Rules are also referred to as filters. Sour...Tue, 12 May 2009 15:59:42 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Keep_your_head_above_waterhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Keep_your_head_above_waterA five-step approach to gaining greater control over your work. Are you losing sleep over your work? Have you lost track of the situation? Do you not know where to begin? Don’t panic! Our step-by ...Mon, 04 May 2009 14:08:18 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/A_company_outinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/A_company_outing... think it through! A company outing is a fun way of getting to know your fellow employees better and fostering the sense of belonging to a group. By paying heed to seven specific questions, you...Mon, 04 May 2009 11:17:13 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Stress_on_the_shop_floorhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Stress_on_the_shop_floorWhere does it come from? According to studies, almost 80% of all medical costs are directly or indirectly stress related. On the shop floor, stress also leads to people working less efficiently an...Mon, 04 May 2009 11:00:18 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Dont_leave_a_mess_when_you_go_awayhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Dont_leave_a_mess_when_you_go_awayHow will they get on without you? Coming back from a well-deserved holiday is never the high point of the year. Especially if a huge pile of work is awaiting. Do what you can to prevent this by de...Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:34:19 +0200http://www.assistantplus.be/Smart_Archiving_A_step-by-step_planhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Smart_Archiving_A_step-by-step_planHow do you set up an (electronic) archive? Maintaining an archive is one of the tasks that you will often have to deal with as an assistant. You are the management’s anchor, their support, because...Sat, 14 Mar 2009 18:06:40 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/English_verbs_in_Dutchhttp://www.assistantplus.be/English_verbs_in_DutchUsing English verbs in Dutch. Dutch has many borrowed word from English, including various verbs. Are these conjugated in the same manner as other Dutch verbs? The answer is simple: Yes! But ther...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 20:16:20 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Separate_compounded_or_hyphenatedhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Separate_compounded_or_hyphenatedIs it “ten slotte” of tenslotte? Here are the rules. A common mistake in Dutch is that people do not know whether or not words should be combined to make compound words. The basic rule is: “two or...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 20:00:13 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_view_yourselfhttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_view_yourselfWork on your self-esteem and grow both personally and professionally! How you view yourself is extremely important in life. A bad self-image can make you very unhappy and negatively influence you ...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:45:55 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/The_benefit_of_time_managementhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_benefit_of_time_managementSpend your time on the right tasks. What do you spend your time on? Research shows that half of working hours are spent on informal activities such as e-mail, telephone calls, small tasks, and cha...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:34:15 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/The_importance_of_the_invitationhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_importance_of_the_invitationWhat should you include in the invitation? The invitation is the first impression of the event; therefore, it must be attractive and spark the interest of the potential participant. Here is a shor...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:28:45 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Eleven_tips_for_constructive_criticismhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Eleven_tips_for_constructive_criticismYou reap what you sow: give constructive criticism and gain from it yourself. How do you give someone criticism without hurting their feelings? Even better: how do you give constructive criticism?...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:05:23 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/You_are_fantastichttp://www.assistantplus.be/You_are_fantasticHow to take a compliment without blushing As modest as we are, it is sometimes difficult to receive compliments. You blush, do not know what to say, or you become completely flustered. A typical r...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:57:23 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Evaluation_of_your_eventhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Evaluation_of_your_eventEvaluate and learn! People say it all the time: a good evaluation is constructive. This is also the case for the evaluation of an event. After all, your event’s success is determined through the e...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:49:18 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Processing_and_sending_post_-_how_do_you_do_ithttp://www.assistantplus.be/Processing_and_sending_post_-_how_do_you_do_itUseful tips to make processing the post pleasant. De Post/La Poste has various products and services which can help you process and send your post more easily and efficiently. Here are a few tips ...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:26:33 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Efficient_filing_how_is_it_donehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Efficient_filing_how_is_it_doneA good organisational method decreases the chances of losing documents. The assistant must make sure that it is possible for everyone to find their way through what are sometimes enormous stacks o...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:43:20 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/A_travellers_profilehttp://www.assistantplus.be/A_travellers_profile… can save you a lot of work and time If business trips are frequently carried out within your organisation it is highly likely that the same people travel regularly for business reasons. In order...Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:33:44 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Job_titles_of_personnel_in_5_languageshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Job_titles_of_personnel_in_5_languagesAs an assistant your knowledge of languages is important. In the columns below we have drawn up a handy guide for how to address people in five languages.   English Français Nederl...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:39:41 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Classic_mistakes_in_Frenchhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Classic_mistakes_in_FrenchA short list of frequently made mistakes in French. Every language has its pitfalls, and French is no exception. We have made here a short list of typical mistakes. Ce or se “Ce” is used for a...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:36:49 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Give_your_thoughts_free_rein_in_a_mindmaphttp://www.assistantplus.be/Give_your_thoughts_free_rein_in_a_mindmapMindmapping: what and how? Are you looking for an inspirational way of allowing your thoughts, ideas or brainstorms free rein to come up with new creative insights? Furthermore, do you want to get...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:40:18 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Listen_actively_and_be_heardhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Listen_actively_and_be_heardHow active listening can improve your communication at work. It’s probably happened to you before: you’re talking to someone, but they appear to be elsewhere, and distracted by everything happenin...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:38:49 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/What_type_of_Manager_do_you_havehttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_type_of_Manager_do_you_haveAnd how can you work well together? Every Manager has his own individual style of leadership. We can divide the various types into four main categories. Of course, it is impossible to place every ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:37:14 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/The_dos_and_donts_for_a_good_relationship_with_your_managerhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_dos_and_donts_for_a_good_relationship_with_your_managerMaintain a good rapport between you and your boss . As an assistant, it is very important to have a good bond with your boss. How can you strengthen this relationship and preserve it? Here are th...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:33:27 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Common_mistakes_in_French_http://www.assistantplus.be/Common_mistakes_in_French_… that you will never make again. Just like French and Dutch speakers make quite a lot of typical mistakes in English, this is also the case the other way round. Here is an overview of some common...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:29:30 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/From_am_to_pm_1http://www.assistantplus.be/From_am_to_pm_1The rules for time and dates in English. When we talk about numbers in English, we first have to ask ourselves whether we write out the numbers in full or not. The same is also true for dates and ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:26:12 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/The_importance_of_diary_managementhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_importance_of_diary_managementWhat role do assistants play in diary management? One of the assistant’s recurring tasks is to oversee the manager’s diary. Assistants organise, arrange and make a note of managers’ meetings with ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:24:58 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Are_you_a_creative_thinkerhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Are_you_a_creative_thinkerSome tips to stimulate your creativity. Creativity is not your cup of tea, or so you think. But there is a creative person in everyone. You just have to teach yourself to think differently. We gi...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:19:24 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_discrete_are_youhttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_discrete_are_youDiscretion: a function requirement As an assistant you come across sensitive and often very confidential information more than once. Thanks to years of experience, many assistants flawlessly sense...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:18:24 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_prepare_a_conference_callhttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_prepare_a_conference_callA checklist for a successful conference call Good preparation is crucial for things to run smoothly. And conference calls are no exception to this rule. What are the major considerations when prep...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:15:22 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Make_internships_a_win-win_situationhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Make_internships_a_win-win_situationInterns are not just unpaid labour for those easy jobs. Internships can vary from one employer to employer. This is a fact that all students are aware of. It is often the case that interns are reg...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:10:13 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/A_warm_welcome_for_new_employeeshttp://www.assistantplus.be/A_warm_welcome_for_new_employeesHelp new employees feel at home on the first day. The first day is crucial for a new employee. After all, you don't get a second chance at a first impression. Moreover, it’s often the case that ta...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:07:04 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Departments_in_5_languageshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Departments_in_5_languagesAs an assistant your knowledge of languages is important. In the columns below we have drawn up a handy overview of different departments in five languages. English ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:05:55 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Efficient_minute-takinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Efficient_minute-takingTake minutes quickly and efficiently without missing a single detail. The minutes form a report of everything that is said during a meeting, acting as a record for attendees to refer back to. It i...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:04:59 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/House_catering_or_your_own_cateringhttp://www.assistantplus.be/House_catering_or_your_own_cateringHow to make the best choice When you organize an event it has to be perfect. Every detail is up to you, from choosing the venue to organizing snacks. One of the choices you’ll have to make is what...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:03:33 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/A_successful_receptionhttp://www.assistantplus.be/A_successful_receptionGive visitors a warm welcome If you're in charge of managing someone's diary, welcoming visitors is part of your daily tasks. How do you give these people a warm welcome and how do you make sure t...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:58:37 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Business_travellers_checklisthttp://www.assistantplus.be/Business_travellers_checklistPlanning a business trip efficiently. Before you start planning a business trip, it is extremely important to know how long the trip will last. That's because the number of things that need sortin...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:55:58 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/The_time_is_here_executing_the_eventhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_time_is_here_executing_the_eventMake sure you don’t forget anything during the event . The event is now running at full tilt. Remember to remain calm and focus on the following points: Has everyone received a script and a tim...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:45:56 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_assess_a_quote_for_cateringhttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_assess_a_quote_for_cateringDon't pay too much for catering! There are many things you have to keep an eye on when arranging catering at a venue. Several factors need to be looked at separately. For example, you can have a s...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:42:07 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Various_ways_of_setting_up_a_budgethttp://www.assistantplus.be/Various_ways_of_setting_up_a_budgetThere are a number of ways that event budgets can be created. There is no single standard format for budgeting for an event, but there are a number of principles that you can use to structure your...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:40:17 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Help_Its_raininghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Help_Its_rainingYou have organised an open-air event and it’s raining. Now what? If you hadn’t noticed, it rains a lot in Belgium. If you’ve organised an event outside, what can you do to make sure the event is s...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:38:03 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/A_clear_and_concise_agendahttp://www.assistantplus.be/A_clear_and_concise_agendaWhy not make your life easier? Keeping your manager’s overflowing agenda flexible demands plenty of organisational talent and inventiveness. Each appointment has to be logged in a way that both yo...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:35:41 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Convenient_services_from_De_Posthttp://www.assistantplus.be/Convenient_services_from_De_PostSome services offered by De Post to save you time and money... One of the assistant's tasks assistant is to deal with the post. For outgoing post, De Post can lend you a hand. A summary of the o...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:32:02 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Office_Equipment_Checklisthttp://www.assistantplus.be/Office_Equipment_ChecklistAn overview of all the office supplies you may need: Administrative support Telephone book (digital or hardcopy) Pin board and writing board Computer and printer essentials Toner and ca...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:30:00 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/What_belongs_in_your_archivehttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_belongs_in_your_archiveWhich documents definitely belong in your archive? It’s important to archive documents that are inherent to the operation of the company, as well as those documents of legal and evidential value. ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:27:38 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Organise_your_officehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Organise_your_office… so you can work at full-steam ahead. Some people can survive in chaos, but for the majority of us, that is not the case. By working in an organised office you can save time as well as free up s...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:25:12 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Choosing_a_new_company_switchboardhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Choosing_a_new_company_switchboardWhat do you need to keep in mind? In spite of all the modern communication channels at our disposal, internet, e-mail, fax, etc., the telephone remains one of the most important means of communica...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:22:54 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_to_compose_a_letterhttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_to_compose_a_letterWhat elements constitute a business letter? A letter is more than simply sending a message. A letter must be reader-friendly and clear. For that reason, a quick explanation is given below of the e...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:18:49 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Has_e-mail_replaced_the_letter_completelyhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Has_e-mail_replaced_the_letter_completelyHave letters become redundant, or are e-mails not always the most appropriate mode of written communication? E-mail is an integral part of our society. It's rare to find someone without e-mail, es...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:16:14 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Phoning_with_Stylehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Phoning_with_StyleHow to handle customer phone calls professionally. Making and receiving phone calls is still far too often regarded as a necessary evil, but there are some rules of etiquette to be observed. You...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:14:18 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Why_choose_web_conferencinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Why_choose_web_conferencingA few reasons to switch to web conferencing Web conferencing is also known as data or internet conferencing. By logging onto a predetermined web page participants can participate on a conference c...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:08:12 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Business_trip_plannerhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Business_trip_plannerAre you planning a business trip for your executive? Use this handy business trip  planner  to make sure you don't forget a single detail.Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:08:04 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Do_You_Always_Say_Yeshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Do_You_Always_Say_YesI hope you did not answer 'yes' to this question. If so, here’s a crash course on how to say ‘no ... Saying ‘No’ is certainly never easy, particularly when you have to say it to your boss or a se...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:04:57 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/American_vs_British_Englishhttp://www.assistantplus.be/American_vs_British_EnglishDo you know the differences? Variations of the English language exist all over the world. The two most popular versions are British and American English. Note that neither version is more correct...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:00:03 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Remote_conferencing_-_the_possibilitieshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Remote_conferencing_-_the_possibilitiesThe differences between audio, video and web conferencing There are numerous ways of arranging a conference call when people are located in various regions of a country or the world. Here are the ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:51:52 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Call_it_what_it_ishttp://www.assistantplus.be/Call_it_what_it_isWhat is the difference between pressure, stress and burnout? Pressure is When we think of stress at work, we often think of it as being ‘too busy’. Too many tasks need to be done and not enough...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:40:36 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Preventing_stresshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Preventing_stressA few tips to prevent stress Stressful situations can make life incredibly difficult. Here some tips to help you improve your resistance to stress: Plan your work Everything starts with prope...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:38:52 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/What_is_time_managementhttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_is_time_managementAre you able to arrange your agenda well and are you a time management expert? Research suggests that half of working time is spent on miscellaneous activities such as e-mailing, phoning, rush job...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:36:16 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Corporate_gifts_what_do_you_need_to_take_into_accounthttp://www.assistantplus.be/Corporate_gifts_what_do_you_need_to_take_into_accountHelpful hints for choosing the ideal corporate gift Birthdays, the company's anniversary, etc. There are many reasons to hand out gifts. But what do you need to look for when it? Ask yourself the...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:33:38 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Legislation_on_corporate_giftshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Legislation_on_corporate_giftsAn introduction to the legislation on corporate gifts It is very important to know the legislation on corporate gifts to avoid disputes with government authorities. By no means are all gifts autho...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:28:34 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_cultural_differences_affect_promotional_giftshttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_cultural_differences_affect_promotional_giftsAvoid cultural faux pas when presenting a gift to your business contacts. Cultural differences can have far-reaching consequences, both negative and positive. Does your business have international...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:21:05 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Makeover_office_editionhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Makeover_office_editionBreathe new life into your office . You are being given an opportunity to redecorate your office? Or would you simply like to add some more flair to your working environment? Here are a few tips:...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:16:31 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Managing_e-mail_efficientlyhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Managing_e-mail_efficientlyDon't let your inbox rule your life! How can you manage your e-mails efficiently? Here are a few tips. Filter your e-mails Draw a distinction between spam, e-mails from colleagues, from extern...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:49:26 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Dress_codes_explained_Evening_wear_or_fifties_stylehttp://www.assistantplus.be/Dress_codes_explained_Evening_wear_or_fifties_styleDo you know the difference between black tie and white tie dress codes? There are various formal and informal options for dress codes. You could use the dress code, among other things, to add to t...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:45:18 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Rounding_off_your_eventhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Rounding_off_your_eventYour event isn't over yet ... Post-event duties are often forgotten, or leave a lot to be desired. Proper evaluation is nevertheless crucial in order to organise a subsequent event successfully. ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:41:11 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/And_the_event_costshttp://www.assistantplus.be/And_the_event_costsAll the items you need to allow for when setting the budget for an event. Organising an event requires a great deal of energy, time and above all, money. So before you start planning, it is a good...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:37:28 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Will_you_be_organising_an_event_for_your_companyhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Will_you_be_organising_an_event_for_your_companyAre you doing the planning or will you be outsourcing the project to an event planning company? There is a great deal of work involved in organising an event and it requires a large amount of time...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:34:49 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Know_how_to_choose_your_event_locationhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Know_how_to_choose_your_event_locationWhat to look for when choosing a location for an event? The venue can make or break an event. To a large extent the location determines how an event comes over and the atmosphere in which the prog...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:31:03 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/What_type_of_event_is_best_suited_to_your_businesshttp://www.assistantplus.be/What_type_of_event_is_best_suited_to_your_businessEvents are always tailor-made. Read here which type of event is best for you and your company. Sooner or later every assistant will be faced with an event that needs to be organised. It may that t...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:27:42 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_to_write_a_vacancy_announcementhttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_to_write_a_vacancy_announcementThe lifeline for a recruitment advertisement Vacancy announcements are not merely advertisements to recruit new staff. They also project the ethos of your business and are just as important in ter...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:24:14 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_make_trouble-free_travel_arrangementshttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_you_make_trouble-free_travel_arrangements10 Tips on how to make life easier for you and your boss. Is your day full of organising travel or are you new to the frustrations a travelling boss can bring. Here are 10 tips to make life easier...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:18:20 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/We_are_moving_What_nowhttp://www.assistantplus.be/We_are_moving_What_nowIs your business relocating? We’ve put all the information you need packed in a handy checklist. Relocating a business is no easy task. There are so many things that must not be overlooked and the...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:14:42 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Operational_versus_financial_leasinghttp://www.assistantplus.be/Operational_versus_financial_leasingThe two basic forms of leasing explained In today’s work environment the company car is not just reserved for management positions. In Belgium, the company car is increasingly used as an extraleg...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:08:55 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/The_ABCs_of_fleet_managementhttp://www.assistantplus.be/The_ABCs_of_fleet_managementAs an assistant it may well be that you will come across a great many terms relating to fleet management. The following is a glossary of common jargon: Vehicle regulations See Car Policy Civ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:03:55 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Communication_A_step-by-step_planhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Communication_A_step-by-step_planWhat steps should you take when developing your company’s communication strategy? Well begun is half done, according to the Greek philosopher Aristotle. This is also true in communication. A well-...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:58:00 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/SMART_-_setting_your_communication_objectiveshttp://www.assistantplus.be/SMART_-_setting_your_communication_objectivesThe backbone of every communication plan The foundation of a successful communication project is a clear answer to the following question: "What do we want to achieve with the communication in thi...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:52:03 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_people_read_on_the_internethttp://www.assistantplus.be/How_do_people_read_on_the_internetWriting for the web is not the same as writing for print! With a new form of information transfer, the Internet has created lots of new possibilities. This freedom means that reader behaviour has ...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:47:39 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/External_communication_channelshttp://www.assistantplus.be/External_communication_channelsSelect the appropriate channel for every message! External communication is much more than just websites or advertisements. The following list highlights the most important channels of external co...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:42:25 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Direct_Mail_or_Mailwaveshttp://www.assistantplus.be/Direct_Mail_or_MailwavesEvery communication channel has its advantages and disadvantages. However, the differences between Direct Mail and Mailwaves are not always that clear. We present an overview. Direct Mail What is...Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:37:46 +0100http://www.assistantplus.be/Key_tips_for_written_business_communicationhttp://www.assistantplus.be/Key_tips_for_written_business_communicationHow can you communicate honestly and dynamically with your colleagues? Clear communication within a company is not something that can be taken for granted. 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