ProAssisting Blog
APRIL 1, 2021
Working Through the Digital Hyperactive Hive Industrial Complex. THIS podcast by Ezra Klein with Cal Newport got my mind going in a number of different directions. How do we manage our deep thinking time? How do we tame the firehose of information being shot our way? How do we relearn a love of our inbox (this may be a stretch)? How do we maintain focus within our sphere of expertise?
The Assistant Room
APRIL 21, 2021
We are excited to announce our exclusive partnership with talent business Crone Corkill, specialists in matching top tier Business Support Professionals with businesses and Executives who align […]. The post Introducing Our New Partnership first appeared on The Assistant Room.
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Office Dynamics
APRIL 16, 2021
A “work” family is similar to a “home life” family in many ways. Both families should have shared values, identify their top priorities, have common goals, and write a mission statement by which they live. It is difficult to work with or live with people who do not have the same value system as you.
Small Business Labs
APRIL 20, 2021
By late last summer, it became clear that most companies would likely move to a hybrid working model , which combines increased levels of remote work with in-office work. The Washington Post's recent article T he hybrid office is here to stay. The shift could be more disruptive than the move to all-remote work covers the growing number of companies announcing they're going hybrid. Key quote: "The post-vaccine workplace is taking shape, and for many it’s going to be a h
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Eco-Office Gals
APRIL 20, 2021
Increasing sustainability is a major international goal, particularly as of late. Therefore, businesses around the globe are making an effort to implement eco-friendly practices. Unfortunately, smaller businesses may not find this to be easy. It stands to reason that making extreme changes requires funds and reliable customers. If you’re a business owner that’s struggling with this dilemma, here are five tips for implementing sustainability practices as a small business. 1.
Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 22, 2021
What is the right platform for your virtual event? As Assistants, we organise a wide variety of events. From small office parties and get-togethers to the annual sales conference, events have and will always be part of our role. As many Assistants have found out over the last year, the [.].
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The Assistant Room
APRIL 13, 2021
In a world where companies are making cuts how does an Assistant extend their indispensability and remain relevant? What is the one piece of advice […]. The post The Future of the EA + PA Role first appeared on The Assistant Room.
Office Dynamics
APRIL 15, 2021
In 2020, assistants faced an array of challenges in the workplace. This year has already shown to be just as challenging. Your ability to thrive and navigate through the uncertainties thrown your way will require a particular skill set – timeless skills.
Small Business Labs
APRIL 26, 2021
Apple recently announced AirTags , which they describe as: AirTag is a supereasy way to keep track of your stuff. Attach one to your keys, slip another in your backpack. And just like that, they’re on your radar in the Find My app, where you can also track down your Apple devices and keep up with friends and family. These use a wireless communications technology called ultra wideband, or UWB. Like Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, ultra-wideband is a short-range, wireless communication protocol
Office Organization Success
APRIL 28, 2021
Composite decking is a modern decking material for industrial and residential decks that are capturing a market share. If you are unsure about using this content for your decking, you can read some of the brand feedback. Viewing photographs of decking boards builddeck of decks that have been finished with composite decking material can also give you a clear sense of the professional ambiance that this can provide.
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.
Eat Your Career
APRIL 22, 2021
In case you missed the big news: My newest book, ELEVATE Admins: How to Raise the Bar and Achieve Excellence in Your Administrative Career , was released earlier this month. I’m thrilled to report that it quickly hit the #1 spot for its category on Amazon! This is all because of YOU, the amazing Eat Your Career community. I can’t thank you enough for the support you have shown me, not only with this new book but throughout the past decade.
Ian's Messy Desk
APRIL 3, 2021
The post Exercises to Improve Your Voice appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. There are a number of factors that effect the way your voice sounds: Physical – the size and shape of your mouth, nasal passages, vocal chords, etc. Health – your general well-being and the tone of your muscles. Temperament and … Continue reading → You just finished reading Exercises to Improve Your Voice !
Small Business CEO
APRIL 28, 2021
Do you know the one reason most business sites don’t perform well? It’s the absence of attractive visual content. Let’s face it, media assets such as photos and videos significantly affect a website’s readability. These elements break large blocks of text and make the overall content easy to skim through. But we can’t deny that keeping a professional photographer in the loop might not be a financially sound decision.
All Things Admin
APRIL 9, 2021
There’s no such thing as a stable career. That’s Why You Need A Plan. Change can happen at a moment’s notice. A single business decision can determine where you live, what responsibilities you have, your salary, who you support – or whether you have a job at all. . You can’t eliminate the unexpected, but you can prepare to course-correct and save yourself from falling apart if things don’t go according to plan. .
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Small Business Labs
APRIL 22, 2021
YOLO is an acronym for "you only live once", which was popularized by the rapper Drake a decade ago. We learned this interesting fact from the New York Times article Welcome to the YOLO Economy. The article describes the growing number of people who are, in the words of the article, "quitting prestigious and high-paying jobs to pursue risky passion projects." Key quote from the article: Several people in their late 20s and early 30s — mostly those who went to good s
Office Organization Success
APRIL 24, 2021
Electricity pricing is the major factor in the energy field and this will be decided based on the level of energy used for a particular place. The energy rate will be determined by the company that is working as the major energy provider. The price of the energy is determined by the plan selected by the user. The user needs to sign the agreement with the energy provider to ensure the work them.
Eat Your Career
APRIL 5, 2021
April is Admin Appreciation Month! Consequently, this month’s webinar is devoted to administrative professionals. If you’re not an admin, you are still welcome to attend. However, you may find more benefit from some of our past webinars available in the Career Success Library. Over the past decade, the administrative profession has evolved at a rapid pace—and within just the past year, that pace has increased exponentially.
Ian's Messy Desk
APRIL 9, 2021
The post How to Manage Your Time with a Journal appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. Keeping a time management diary can be a valuable tool to help you to see where the bulk of your time is being spent. Continue reading → You just finished reading How to Manage Your Time with a Journal ! Consider leaving a comment! Recommended: Evernote Essentials.
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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.
Small Business CEO
APRIL 11, 2021
Since the invention of Bitcoin, a lot of changes have been made to the digital currency to render it a safer and more reliable tender. This is typically why Bitcoin has joined the mainstream modes of payment and transaction as more people and businesses adopt cryptocurrencies as an alternative payment method. Advantages of Accepting Crypto Payments.
Go Burrows
APRIL 18, 2021
Kaleen Skersies is the Executive Assistant to Terry Cook, Founding Partner & CEO, of Parcion Private Wealth. Prior to joining Parcion, Kaleen worked for multiple ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals and has served in various capacities in the private service sector. In this episode, Kaleen talks about what it’s like to work with ultra high net worth individuals, tips for project management, and how to distinguish between an individual contributor and a great leader.
Small Business Labs
APRIL 13, 2021
Bloomberg's The Comeback of the Bottom Half covers Federal Reserve data showing that the less-affluent 50% of Americans saw their net worth rise the fastest over the past decade. Key quote: The rich had a great run, but they didn’t even come close to the percentage gains in real wealth seen by the bottom 50%. These amounted to 21.9% over the past year, 125.6% over five years and 526.2% over 10 years, compared with the one-percenters’ 10.3%, 33.8% and 83.9%.
Office Organization Success
APRIL 4, 2021
Instagram doesn’t utilize one explicit text style for its site or application. It uses various text styles for its plan and design. instagram fonts are utilized by Instagram for the iOS adaptation is Freight Sans. Instagram utilizes this textual style chiefly to cover significant features and for huge writings that need consideration. For other data and all the other things on the application, it utilizes the textual style Neue Helvetica.
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Brilliantly Better
APRIL 8, 2021
As I was getting ready for today’s article – for those of you not knowing, I’m on a 365 days writing challenge – I had a quick look at the latest posts. And I instantly got depressed. It looks like all I’m doing is getting frustrated at the worryingly increasing levels of authoritarianism – along. Read more. The post Smiling On A Gloomy Day appeared first on Dragos Roua.
BioTeams
APRIL 18, 2021
This blog focusses on the bioteams concept – more effective teams based on nature’s proven models. If you would like a detailed overview of the bioteams concept you can request a free copy of the 33-page Bioteaming Manifesto here. The Bioteaming Manifesto has been downloaded 20,000 times over the last 15 years and is a very popular resource for anyone interested in the important discipline of developing and sustaining High Performing Teams.
Small Business CEO
APRIL 22, 2021
Thinking of turning your hobby into a business and starting a dance studio? The below points would help you get it off the ground. So, keep reading. photo credit: Budgeron Bach / Pexels. Staff. Don’t just hire anyone. People are going to want to sign up to your studio because of the excellent instructors you have. Be thorough with the interviewing process.
Go Burrows
APRIL 11, 2021
Scot Wisniewski is Senior Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Studios at Spotify, and he has over 20 years of experience as an EA. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Scot and I chat about what makes an assistant a leader, the world of podcasting, email and calendar management, working remotely, and tips for new assistants. LEADERSHIP QUOTE.
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.
Small Business Labs
APRIL 1, 2021
JungleScout provides a platform that helps small businesses find, launch, and sell products on Amazon. They recently released their 2021 State of the Amazon Seller Report. This report covers who Amazon's small business sellers are, what and how they’re selling, how they are responding to the pandemic induced increase in ecommerce and their future plans.
Worxbee
APRIL 26, 2021
We get a lot of questions about working with Worxbee, and there’s one we’d like to highlight here in this article: why wouldn’t someone become a Worxbee client? We believe in transparency and helping people as much as possible to understand whether our services will be a good fit. No one wants to waste time or be disappointed! Here we highlight the main reasons that people don’t become our clients: Why are some people unable to work with Worxbee?
Recruit CRM
APRIL 1, 2021
CEO and Co-Founder of Shortlist Professionals , a talent matching and employability platform, Paul Breloff loves building great teams and helping young people find careers of meaning and purpose. Breloff's Shortlist is a talent matching & employability platform, connecting skilled professionals to great careers in East Africa & India (and 25+ countries globally).
Brilliantly Better
APRIL 30, 2021
…It’s fundamental to properly close the previous one. It might seem obvious, and yet, so may times we get so carried away with our current agenda, that we simply forget. Or we think “well, eventually things will turn out just fine, even if I don’t close this chapter now” Of course things will never turn. Read more. The post Before Opening A New Chapter appeared first on Dragos Roua.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
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