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When
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Microsoft Headquarters
39 Quai du President Roosevelt
92130 Issy-les-Moulineaux
Paris
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What Students Say:
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"I left BTUA filled to the brim with new knowledge, skills, and professional connections. I recommend this workshop without hesitation."
~ Lauren Jiloty, Sr. EA to Bill Gates, Seattle
"The best workshop I have ever been to! The networking, speakers, training, and resources are second to none."
~ Jennifer Corcoran, PA London
"BTUA is an incredible goldmine for assistants. It gave me an energy boost and more self-confidence to succeed in my new role."
~ Muriel Poncin, EA, GE Belgium
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Olympia Dukakis Comments:
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"For 25 years, I have always been struck by the seriousness with which Bonnie takes her work, her profession, and now her new career choice as a teacher. She is inspiring others to be an 'ultimate assistant' and I have no doubt that is precisely what is happening." ~Olympia Dukakis
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Need On-Site Team Training?
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* Surprise Guest Speakers at prior workshops have included Olympia Dukakis, the Chief of Staff to Oprah Winfrey and the Assistant to Nate Berkus. Our BTUA students never know who's going to appear at the door!
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Training that changes lives.
True story.
"Bonnie and Vickie are masters of training and take you on a two-day journey that not only educates but inspires in bucketloads. This is some of the best training for Assistants I have had the good fortune to participate in and I have attended four times."
Lucy Brazier, CEO Executive Secretary Magazine
Bonnie Low-Kramen
I am the 25-year 
former assistant to Oscar-winning actress Olympia Dukakis and author of the best-selling "Be the Ultimate Assistant." It would be my pleasure to have you join us for a transformational 2-days of learning and networking. If you are seeking to work at your highest potential, this is the workshop that will make an important difference for your career and your life. Vickie and I are passionately committed to empowering our students in both the soft skills and the hard skills.
Vickie Sokol Evans, MCT
The 4.5-hour technology segment of the class will be taught by Vickie Sokol Evans who is a former assistant and is the trainer to Bill Gates' team. She is now one of the most sought after technology and productivity trainers in the world. As founder of the RedCapeAcademy, Vickie is an expert in both PC and Mac and best of all, she "gets" what assistants do and the very best ways to get it done. She teaches MS Office and social media.
Paris | 16-17 November 2017
This highly interactive and content-rich workshop is geared towards:
- Executive Assistants
- Personal Assistants
- Private service professionals
Workshop Topics Include:
- Computer Technology, Productivity and Social Media Privacy with Vickie Evans (4.5 hours)
- Organization, Assistant Handbook & Checklists
- Advanced Communication: Verbal, Written, Non-Verbal
- Ethics & Confidentiality
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Event Planning
- Travel Planning
- Networking and Mentoring
- DiSC Workplace Personality Assessment
- Gender, Ethnic & Generational Issues
- Dealing with Difficult People & Situations
- Resources for Assistants
- Career Management
- And always some special surprises!
This is for you if you...
- Love being an assistant but feel stagnant
- Need to up your game to stay relevant in technology
- Want to build a stronger relationship and partnership with your manager and fellow staff
- Need to be as marketable as possible to earn top dollar
- Enjoy learning and want more tools for your toolbox
- Want to expand your network of colleagues and resources
- Love Paris like we do!
Investment
Two-Day Workshop 16-17 November 2017
Day One 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Day Two 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Regular Price: €1,125 EUR / $1,199 USD
Members of Professional Admin Organizations: €1,025 EUR / $1,099 USD
BTUA Alumni: €939 EUR / $899 USD
Optional Add-On: RedCape Academy Subscription: $300 for 15-month membership
(Click here for more info)
Please see below for the full list of what the workshop includes. Travel and accommodations are not included. Please contact the Accomplished Traveler for assistance with travel.
Workshop Includes:
- Pre-Workshop phone/Skype consultation with Bonnie
- Signed copy of "Be the Ultimate Assistant" book by Bonnie Low-Kramen
- Signed copy of "Tips in Minutes" book by Vickie Evans
- Materials packet containing articles, checklists, and forms
- PowerPoint slides and document templates to help make you the
Ultimate Assistant - Online DiSC Workplace Personality Assessment
- Surprise Guest Speakers *
- Access to the Ultimate Assistant Linkedin Discussion group, open only to workshop alumni
- Post-workshop support from both Bonnie & Vickie
- Delicious & healthy breakfast and lunch on both days
- Certificate of Achievement
Note: This workshop is eligible for Recertification Point submission.