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LINKS
LINKS , at Bain and Gray, created to provide a platform for all things business support in London. Market Insights, Events and a Directory. Our podcast series is curated content of interest to the business support community. Hosted by our Links team, Emily, Tray and Hetty, in conversation with guests to bring you up to date lifestyle, thought leadership and self development.
Episodes
32 episodes
In conversation with Founder of Carve, Fiona Young
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Tray Durrant. This week, Tray is joined by Fiona Young, Founder of Carve, to explore how AI is revolutionising the EA role. Fiona shares her journey from EA to leadership devel...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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26:09
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Bitesize #15: Everything Office Manager
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain. This week our very own Livvy Bushell shares her journey from a teaching career to becoming an Office Manager, driven by a desire for more creative and challenging w...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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13:38
Bitesize #14: Handling Salary Questions during an Interview Process
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week, we are tackling the often-daunting topic of handling salary questions during the interview process. From knowing your market value and d...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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6:52
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Bitesize #13: Difference Between an EA and PA
Welcome to Bitesize, your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week, we explore the key differences between a Personal Assistant (PA) and an Executive Assistant (EA), addressing the blurred lines and cross...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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8:06
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Bitesize #12: Appraisals
Welcome to Bitesize, your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week, our career experts discuss how to prepare for appraisals, offering insights into what these performance reviews should cover and how to ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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8:22
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Bitesize #11: How to Settle in a New Role
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week, Emily and Tray share top tips for starting a new role, from maintaining a positive attitude and arriving early to building rapport and a...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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6:48
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Bitesize #10: Top Skills Required for an EA
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week, we dive into the top skills required for an EA, exploring the broad and dynamic skillset that sets top EAs apart. From mastering organis...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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8:00
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Bitesize #9: Tips to Mindful and Productive Work
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week, we delve into the essential strategies for staying mentally fit and thriving in your role. Emily shares her journey of building Bain and...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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9:49
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Bitesize #8: How to Resign Effectively
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week, we explore the art of resigning effectively, focusing on clear communication, understanding your reasons for leaving, and showing gratit...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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7:24
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In conversation with Co-Founder of Composure Media, Luisa Baldini
Luisa Baldini is a former TV journalist who spent 12 years at the BBC, including a role as Deputy Royal Correspondent. She covered major stories such as the 7/7 bombings, papal events in Vatican City, and the Amanda Knox case, leveraging her ex...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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22:38
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In conversation with Tim Regan
Links is calling our community's most accomplished PAs and EAs to the forefront to share their stories! This week, we welcome Tim Regan, a top Chief of Staff professional with 20 years of experience. From starting as a part-time receptionist at...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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28:55
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Bitesize #7: To Degree or not to Degree with Andrea Freeman
Join us for another insightful Bitesize episode featuring Andrea Freeman, Principal at Oxford Media & Business School, as we tackle the compelling question: should one go to university or not? Andrea discusses the importance of recognising ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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10:00
Bitesize #6: How the PA & EA Role has Evolved with Andrea Freeman
Andrea Freeman, Principal at Oxford Media & Business School, leads an institution renowned for producing top-tier candidates equipped with exceptional office and business skills. In just under 20 minutes, Emily Bain and Andrea explore the e...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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14:50
Bitesize #5: Mentoring
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Emily Bain and Tray Durrant. This week we look at the mentor-mentee relationship. Discover how having the right mentor can transform your professional journey, provide in...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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9:13
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Bitesize #4: How to be a Successful Temp
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Tray Durrant. Did you know that a temp role can lead you down the right career path? In this episode, Tray talks to our very own Temp Desk Associate, Betsy, about why more peop...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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9:30
In conversation with Steve Shutts, Ambassador & formerly CEO of Astriid
Steve Schutts is Ambassador for Astriid; a charity we are proudly partnered with that help people with long-term health conditions find work and meaning. In under 20 minutes, our consultants, Hetty Woyka and Julia Gough-Allen, delve into Steve'...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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17:51
In conversation with Joy Timmer
Links is calling our community's most accomplished PAs and EAs to the forefront to share their stories! This week we welcome Joy Timmer, a PA to a British Media and Television Personality. Not only does she have a fascinating story to tell abou...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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23:09
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In Conversation with Founder of Limitless, Katy Hill
Katy Hill has had one incredible career; Blue Peter, the first woman to host Hit40UK, the host of the world's longest-running live TV Magazine Show and she become the first civilian to fly a full display with The Red Arrows. Today,...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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29:18
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Bitesize #3: Starting Your Job Search
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Tray Durrant and Emily Bain. We've got you covered, whether you're a recent grad, non-grad or a first-timer stepping onto the career ladder. Wondering about personal bran...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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9:04
Bitesize #2: Personalities in the Workplace: Difficulties and Challenges
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Tray Durrant and Emily Bain. Navigating workplace relationships can be a minefield for many. Discover how to rebuild trust with your boss even after an honest mistake, manage a...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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9:30
Bitesize #1: All Things Negotiation
Welcome to Bitesize; your gateway to administrative excellence with Tray Durrant and Emily Bain. In our debut episode we embark on a brief journey through the enigmatic realm of promotions, revealing the secrets to climbing the career ladder an...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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10:58
In conversation with Simone Bose Lecas
Links is calling our community's most accomplished PAs and EAs to the forefront to share their stories! This week we welcome Simone Bose Lecas, the EA to the CEO of Matches with the perfect picture CV. Learn about her successes, her challenges ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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27:55
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In conversation with Camilla McCusker
Links is calling our community's most accomplished PAs and EAs to the forefront to share their wisdom! This week we welcome Camilla McCusker, an exceptional executive support professional who has done it all! From high-end hospitality, to landi...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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22:30
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In conversation with UK Stylist, Bella Hignett
Bella Hignett is a UK Stylist with over 20 years’ experience in the PR industry, working with numerous fashion and luxury brands. Bella's mantra has always been ‘buy less, choose well and make it last' and this week Bella and Emily Bain, Founde...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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14:49
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