The Assistant Room
DECEMBER 28, 2024
The Assistant Room, the premier global platform for career support and growth in the Personal and Executive Assistant industry, is thrilled to announce its ambitious […] The post The Assistant Room: Elevating Assistants Worldwide with 2025 Expansion Plans first appeared on The Assistant Room.
Tips From T. Marie
DECEMBER 30, 2024
For years, we’ve been told that time management is the holy grail of success. Color-code your calendar! Set alarms! Optimize every moment! Lets be real: time management doesnt give a hoot about you. It ignores your energy levels, emotions, and that mid-afternoon slump where all you want is to crawl under your desk and dream about snacks. Meet energy management, the cooler, more intuitive sibling of time management.
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Allwork
DECEMBER 23, 2024
U.S. federal employees have shown increased productivity, engagement, and retention while working remotely, with data supporting higher job satisfaction and work quality. The U.S. Department of Labor’s mandate to return to the office threatens the balance that telework provides, creating logistical issues and potential morale problems among workers whove adapted to remote work.
Success
DECEMBER 14, 2024
Few experiences are as gut-wrenching and emotionally devastating as getting laid off. One minute, I was at my desk, working and checking emails like any other Monday morning, when a sudden calendar invite for a “quick meeting” with my manager popped up. The next minute, my entire world came crashing downlike being thrown out of a plane without a parachute, my life in absolute free fall, the financial safety net I was relying on to catch me ripped to shreds before my eyes.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Master time management with proven techniques like prioritization, time-blocking, and energy management strategies.
Allwork
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Labor unions are growing in tech as workers push for better rights, pay, and conditions. The gig economy faces challenges with worker classification and lack of employee benefits. Unions are expanding into the gig sector, advocating for employee rights. The tech industry has long been a symbol of innovation and economic disruption, ushering in new models of business and transforming the global workforce.
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Eat Your Career
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Professional development is essential for career growth and advancement and, I would argue, is an important contributing factor for long-term career fulfillment. But striking the right balance is crucial. It’s easy to fall into extremeseither neglecting development altogether or overloading yourself with too many activities. Those of us who love learning know that theres a point of diminishing returns.
Tips From T. Marie
DECEMBER 13, 2024
The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and meaningful giving. But lets face itthe last thing anyone needs is another generic gift that gets tossed in a drawer. This year, why not channel a little holiday magic into your gifting? Forget about just giving thingshow about sharing experiences, opportunities, and a dash of inspiration infused with modern innovation?
Workplace Insight
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Originally published in 2019. There are writers whose language pervades our discourse so extensively that even those who have never heard of them will echo not only their sentiments but also their means of expression. One of these people is Charles Handy, who has just published his latest book 21 Letters on Life and its Challenges at the age of 87. His work resonates to this day and not least because he was so far ahead of the curve in detailing many of the characteristics of modern organisation
Allwork
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Volkswagen workers said its management had one last chance to compromise on Monday or risk strikes on a scale not previously seen by the German carmaker, as talks began in a bitter standoff over wage cuts and plant closures. VW staff downed tools at nine German sites which are under threat, while thousands of workers marched waving flags and blowing whistles in a square in Wolfsburg, where the carmaker has its headquarters, to listen to union leaders.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.
Success
DECEMBER 16, 2024
General Motors (GM) has announced the end of its Cruise robotaxi program , marking a significant shift in the autonomous vehicle sector. This change highlights some of the challenges associated with keeping aspirations realistic toward innovation-driven industries facing consumer trust, regulatory terms and technological limitations. While the Cruise robotaxi program was once one of the most ambitious endeavors in autonomous transportation, its shutdown offers insight into the potential complica
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
DECEMBER 15, 2024
This episode features a Nova Chat session hosted by Nova founder and CEO Maggie Olson. Maggie sits down with a current and experienced Chief of Staff in the Consumer Technology industry, Elise Kennedy, to discuss what it’s like holding an integral role with a family office and how she helped scale two companies to successful exits. ABOUT ELISE Elise Kennedy is a Chief of Staff with over 12 years of experience in consumer technology, including two exits.
Jennie Lyon
DECEMBER 17, 2024
One of our primary services as a digital marketing agency is helping online businesses of all sizes and stages run social media ads to grow their business. Ive realized when talking to these clients that there are so many misconceptions about social media ad campaigns and the strategies that go into making those campaigns successful. … The post Mythbusting 10 Common Misconceptions about Social Media Ads for Online Business Owners appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing and Virtual
Productivityist
DECEMBER 13, 2024
In this Flashback Friday episode, I sit down with the legendary Marshall Goldsmith to discuss his thought-provoking book The Earned Life. Renowned for his coaching and wisdom, Marshall delves into the philosophy and actionable insights behind his work, helping listeners align their choices, risks, and efforts with a greater purpose. During our conversation, we explore what it means to live an “earned life” and the challenges of breaking free from achievement-based validation.
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Allwork
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Mexico’s lower house on Tuesday approved a reform that seeks to regulate labor conditions for delivery workers and drivers working for apps such as DiDi, Rappi and Uber by ensuring access to social security and a Christmas bonus, among other benefits. The general reform passed unanimously with all 462 lawmakers present voting in favor following a two-hour debate.
C-Suite Assistants
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Do you need a rockstar EA available around the clock to help you manage your impossible workload and achieve your long-term goals? You may think that 24/7 availability is a good thing. However, serious problems can arise with an ‘always on’ assistantwork-life imbalance, a high risk of burnout, and poor performance. That’s why realistic expectations for hiring an executive assistant are essential.
Workplace Insight
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Boostworks , a leading provider of employee reward and recognition, benefits delivery and wellbeing solutions, today announced that it has been selected as the benefits provider for iON Ambulance Care, trading as Tricorder Care. With over 180 dedicated professionals working across its five sites, iON ‘s goal is to significantly enhance employee engagement and retention by implementing a comprehensive benefits platform tailored to the unique needs of its frontline workforce.
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Sharing your authentic self in a virtual interview can be an unwanted challenge. How do you break through the digital barrier when conducting a virtual interview and share your exceptional self? Think in unconventional ways to elevate the virtual interviewing experience.
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
DECEMBER 29, 2024
This episode features a Nova Chat session hosted by Nova founder and CEO Maggie Olson. In this conversation, Maggie leads a deep dive into the next five years of the AI landscape in the C-Suite, with panelists Lawrence Coburn, Jessica McBride, and Fiona Young examining the continued importance of AI for CEOs, EAs, and CoSs and sharing helpful advice for navigating new AI platforms in the C-Suite.
Allwork
DECEMBER 11, 2024
On Dec. 5, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare Brian Thompson was shot and killed in the streets of Manhattan. The alleged assassin, Luigi Mangione, has since been caught and charged with murder. While the man-hunt for the suspect has ended, the impact of his actions is still looming large in boardrooms. The apparent ripple effects from the murder Thompson, a highly paid, influential CEO, have moved well beyond the health insurance sector and could have lasting implications for the future of work and co
Success
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Today’s career professionals prioritize a healthy work-life balance, and remote work is a key part of the formula. Yet pushing for remote work could trigger an unfortunate outcomethat worker could miss out on promotions, raises and much-needed mentorships. But the missed promotions could really stick in a career professional’s craw. A case in point: more than a quarter of career professionals tracked by United Culture who work remotely at least some of the time say theyve been passed
C-Suite Assistants
DECEMBER 16, 2024
You know you could use some help, but is the return on investment (ROI) worth the expense of hiring an assistant? An executive assistant (EA), if they’re highly skilled and attuned to your needs and work habits, can be more than an extra set of hands. Executive assistant support can be your superpower. Your EA handles lower-level duties and helps you organize your time and efforts, letting you focus on strategic plans and higher-level responsibilities.
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Workplace Insight
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Now a firm fixture on the design event calendar, Workspace Design Show has revealed the first raft of names who will make up its speaker programme for the upcoming edition in February 2025. Once again bringing the commercial interior design industrys most inspiring and creative leaders together, the Workspace Design Talks programme features senior figures from architecture and design such as Alessandro Ranaldi, Partner, Head of Workplace Consultancy, Foster + Partners; Helen Berresford, Head of
Tips From T. Marie
DECEMBER 23, 2024
The holidays are herethe twinkling lights, festive treats, and that unmistakable sound of Mariah belting out ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’ on repeat (is it even December without it?)! While its easy to get caught up in the giving frenzy, lets not forget one of the most underrated holiday gifts: the ability to receive. This season, why not give yourself the gift of an abundance mindset?
Allwork
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Its been an especially challenging year finding light conversation topics around the watercooler. Case in point: Company review site Glassdoor recently crowned divisive as 2024s word of the year in their best and worst of worklife report , published this month. Perhaps no word better encapsulated the simmering tension in the air at offices across the country, in a year with not just a presidential election but unmistakable signs of climate change , touchy pop culture topics , and several landmar
Success
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Many people look forward to celebrating the end-of-year holidays, but for some it can be a time of angst. Those who do not celebrate Christmas can be irked by all the decorations, pressure to give a gift or having to listen to seasonal carols. However, its still an excellent time of year to show appreciation and help the less fortunate, no matter what you celebrate.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
DECEMBER 22, 2024
This episode features a Nova Chat session hosted by Nova founder and CEO Maggie Olson. In this conversation, Maggie chats with Clara Ma, founder of Ask a Chief of Staff, as they discuss the role of a CoS and Clara’s career journey. ABOUT CLARA Clara Ma is the Founder and CEO of Ask a Chief of Staff the premier resource for Chiefs of Staff looking to secure high-impact roles and drive results.
Workplace Insight
DECEMBER 20, 2024
After a politically turbulent year, many employers are finding their workplaces more divided, with political views being brought into the office and the lines between free speech and inappropriate discussion increasingly blurred. So it’s important for firms to understand how to approach the potentially fractious issue of workplace politics. Just recently, a former UKIP councillor claimed that she was subject to bullying and harassment by her charity employer for expressing pro-Brexit views
Tips From T. Marie
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The holiday season is here, and with it comes the usual chaosjam-packed schedules, year-end deadlines, and a sense of anxiety about whats ahead. This year, the tension feels heavier, doesnt it? An undercurrent of uncertainty has crept in, coloring everything from our personal lives to our business plans. Many of us have likely already given up on any hope of a stress-free holiday season.
Allwork
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Autonomous “agents” and profitability are likely to dominate the artificial intelligence agenda next year, business executives and researchers predicted this week in interviews at the Reuters NEXT conference in New York. Agents, or systems that can perform actions like making purchases and scheduling meetings on people’s behalf without their direct involvement, have long been an elusive goal for AI researchers.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn
Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.
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