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Welcome to our May 2019 Edition of The Assistant

As the first winds of winter start building around the country, it is time to start looking forward to what delights the second half of 2019 might have in store for us all.

Here at EAN the Canberra program has just been released closely followed by Brisbane and Melbourne - so stay tuned.  We have a heap of networking events coming up around the country so hopefully we see you at one of these social nights out.

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



 

Natasha Cannon

Editor and Director, Sales & Marketing
Executive Assistant Network

Sydney Conference 2019 – Luna Park Sydney 2019

What a sell out! the Sydney Conference launched the new series for EAN and was a huge success. We were sold out and the line up our speakers and panel sessions were fantastic. The Gala Dinner was incredible, with many a laugh from the team from Fawlty Towers – Basil, Cybill and Manuel. Hilarious!

Over the course of the 2 days, we were treated with some interactive, inspiring and informative Keynote Speakers. Adding to the diversity of the program, we engaged in the most fun team building activity overlooking the one and only Sydney Harbour. A conference to remember!

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Executive Assistant Academy has a diverse range of courses starting soon that will inspire you to take control of your own destiny, shape your own life and career. Our qualifications have been devised specifically to address the needs of the professional Executive Assistant. They have been developed after many years of extensive research and industry consultation reflecting the changing role of the modern EA. 

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4 tips for frequent business travellers

Occasionally, an EA's life includes regular travel. While getting to see new places is enjoyable, in order to ensure that your trip goes well you need to make sure you're prepared. Here are four tips to help you make regular travel a breeze.

1. Create a packing list

It's all too easy to forget something when you're tired or packing last minute. One of the first things you should do is create a packing list - it takes the effort out of packing and helps make sure you always have everything you need.

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TIPS AND TRICKS- MAY 2019

Hope you all have enjoyed copious Easter Eggs over the break and also enjoyed some down time, chilled vino, good food and of course time with loved ones.

But after this break - Autumn has most definitely arrived! Let’s embrace this season! Enjoy some tips, EAN Team.

Understanding Corporate Entertainment Packages

Finding the right corporate entertainment solution is so critical for relationship building, but do you ever feel that a hospitality company is not giving the you whole picture? Do you ever wonder if an organisation is only recommending a package that benefits them and ignores the objectives of your organisation? This can certainly be the case, so it is important to take a step back and understand how the corporate entertainment market structures itself.

There are number of differing layers in the corporate entertainment market which, once you broadly understand them, will give you some insight into the reason why you are only being shown a very limited number of events and packages.

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Hotel Realm, Canberra’s most prestigious 5-Star property, offers a conference venue like no other. With 10 dynamic meeting spaces, the function and conferencing facilities are highly adaptable and world class. The newly renovated National Ballroom can seat up to 800 delegates theatre style, 520 for a seated dinner, or be divided into four smaller functional spaces.

Special includes:

Plenary room hire

Arrival tea and coffee

Morning tea which includes two sweet or savoury selections, whole fruit, tea and coffee

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24 MAY - 15 JUNE

6pm - 10pm every night

Enter Luna Park Sydney beneath the huge grin on the iconic Face welcoming guests into a precinct which highlights the spirit of fun amongst Sydnesiders!

The entire Amusement Park comes alive with brilliant shapes, patterns and colours that light the Midway promenade and enhance high-octane rides such as the new family thrill ride – Volaré. Situated opposite the Ferris Wheel, with thousands of LED lights shining brightly, the Volaré will perfectly complement the spectacular light show adorning the Ferris Wheel for the duration of the festival.

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Book your conference or meeting to be held in April, May or June 2019 and receive:

10% off our inclusive Day Delegate Package and minimum catering spend

Arrival tea and coffee followed by continuous service

Morning tea

Working style lunch

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Office Builders are pleased to be a partner of the EAN for 2019 and welcome the opportunity to share our knowledge on the process of leasing, designing and building office premises. Over the next 12 months we will provide a series of Pro Tips articles to help you with each facet of office building from where to start and how to finish.

As the person responsible for managing the new business premises project you need to know the reasons why the relocation is happening and therefore the outcomes you are expected to deliver.

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15% off your total food and beverage bill for any group of 8+ guests.

This exclusive offer is available until 17 May 2019 with all new functions booked up until

30 June 2019.

Conditions apply. This offer must be mentioned at the time of booking and cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer.

Please contact our functions team on 02 9938 3331 or by email dining@pilu.com.au

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The Watershed Hotel and Cohibar

The Watershed Hotel and Cohibar are the perfect venues to showcase your function or event with views over Darling Harbour and the backdrop of the city skyline. This upcoming Winter and End of Financial Year period, take advantage of not only great food and drinks, but receive a total 10% discount off the function price if held before 31 August 2019. Go to our webpage for either the Watershed Hotel or upmarket Cohibar, our cocktail and cigar bar, to view all our packages or simply contact our professional events team to discuss your vision and requirements on (02) 9282 9444 or email: events@thewatershedhotel.com.au

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What is the optimal class size for effective training?

If you’re looking for one number as the answer to that question, you won’t find it here. It’s just not that simple. Many factors will influence the final most effective class size. Is this training to teach a new skill? Or a refresher course? New recruits or seasoned workers? In-person or virtual classes? Compulsory or voluntary? Working through these questions (and many others) will help you to determine the optimal class size.

Learning and Development Program Manager Marlaina Capes focuses on these four questions:

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How about a little Rendezvous with your health?

Christmas is a distant memory and if you stock pile your Easter eggs, chances are you’re probably not going to be super healthy well into May… so the team at Rendezvous Hotels have hatched a plan to help. Each time you book a meetings or event, valued at more than $5000 at the Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough or Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne, we’ll give the organiser a Garmin Vívomore® HR Sports smart watch (valued at $299).

While the watch won’t stop you eating chocolate, it will help you track your calories, your steps and your daily stress levels.

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A LIST Guide relaunches with new-look website

Australia’s leading corporate event directory, A LIST Guide, has relaunched with a new-look website.

The updated website, alistguide.com.au, features a sleek, modern design and improved functionality to make finding the perfect venue easier than ever.

The launch follows a six-month redevelopment project, in order to bring event planners, EAs, PAs and conference organisers a more streamlined online experience.

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Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney Celebrates a Milestone

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney celebrates one year into the renovation of its function spaces.

In 2017, the hotel underwent a stunning, contemporary renovation on levels one and two. The space on level one, originally Charr Restaurant, transformed into what is now one of the hotels most popular venues, the Hart Room. A variety of events have been accommodated in Hart; from corporate meetings up to 70 guests, to boardrooms dinners and intimate wedding receptions for 30 to 60 guests.

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As our lifestyles and workplaces have evolved over the past decades, so too have expectations for professional meetings and events. According to a report published by the IACC, conference planners are increasingly responsible for creating experiences. This means selecting venues that offer flexible creative spaces for both the individual and the group, high quality AV and internet infrastructure, and a food and beverage offering that factors in considered breaks, culinary personalisation, locally produced meals and dining as entertainment.

The Lancemore Group are pioneers in the meetings and events industry, opening Australia’s first purpose-built regional conference facility, Spring Hill Estate in the Macedon Ranges (formerly Lancemore Hill) in 1986. Since then, the boutique hotel collection has expanded to offer conference facilities in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations, be it city, nature or coast.

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PARTNER ARTICLE

Oaks Hotels, Resorts and Suites boasts over 10 incredible, state-of-the-art conferencing and event facilities across Australia. Our unique venues are perfectly positioned in beautiful locations, including the Hunter Valley, Sunshine Coast and Port Douglas. Combined with your very own team of Event Specialists, it’s easy to create memorable events with Oaks.

Take your event to new heights at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort and treat your delegates to a hot air balloon flight over the gorgeous Hunter Valley. Receive 4 complimentary rides when you book your event in 2019.

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Friday to Monday Special 2019

Heritage Auckland and CityLife Auckland are offering special rates, valid Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 1 April 2019 to 30 September 2019

• Heritage Auckland from NZD$189.00 per night

• CityLife Auckland from NZD$179.00 per night

• Available on the GDS, PMS Rate Code: GDSWNTWEND

• Non-commissionable

Tuesday to Thursday Special 2019

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THE ULTIMATE 2019 WINTER SPECIAL

Meet with Novotel Wollongong Northbeach in Winter 2019 & receive the ultimate deal...

MEET for just $75 per person

Score a bonus 2000 Le Club Meeting Planner points

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Why Is Self-Leadership So Important In Our Workplaces?

Due to the fast-paced and complex world that we live in, it has become more important than ever that everyone within a business, from the owner through to the intern, embraces the concept of self-leadership.

The reason for this is that the self-leaders in our workplaces are the ones who have the skill and determination to do what is necessary to influence themselves so that positive outcomes unfold. They get things done, they make the most of opportunities, & they create an environment of trust, respect & collaboration.

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