Office Dynamics
JANUARY 10, 2022
You are a top-performing, high-achieving assistant who has accomplished much. You have the fundamentals down pat and even demonstrate advanced skill sets. So where do you go from here? What might be missing from your bag of skills? Where do you need to expand to be seen as a more valuable employee and business partner?
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 27, 2022
Gaining recognition as a leader There is no better time for Assistants to show their leadership skills and ensure that they are gaining recognition as a leader in their organisations for the value they bring and the ability to lead and influence those around them. You may not manage a [.].
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The Assistant Room
JANUARY 25, 2022
Receiving an offer for a new job is an exciting time in anyones career and that is no different for every PA and EA. The trouble however is that unlike most professionals, business support professionals leave for much different reasons. The post The Important Reason Why Every Personal Assistant Needs an Exit Interview first appeared on The Assistant Room.
Success
JANUARY 8, 2022
In my first year out of college, I was in commercial real estate. My new career was straight commission—zero salary. At first, I was scared, and then the commissions started to come in. That first year, I made $50,000. In my mind, that was enough money to save, invest and become rich one day. There was only one problem: My spending exceeded my income.
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.
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 17, 2022
It’s no secret that I’m passionate about project management. One of the reasons I love this field of study is because it’s just so darn useful. A lot of project management practices have broad application; they can be used for managing many aspects of work, far beyond projects. In fact, the following three project management practices are techniques every professional can benefit from knowing, and they have the power to dramatically improve your daily work life. 1.
Small Business Labs
JANUARY 11, 2022
Accenture, a global consulting and services firm, predicts that social commerce will grow to $1.2 trillion in global revenue by 2025. Accenture defines social commerce as: "The integration of social experiences and ecommerce transactions in a single path to purchase, enabled by platforms." The Accenture chart below (click to enlarge) provides more details.
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Tips From T. Marie
JANUARY 27, 2022
As a small, home-based business my budget has always been pretty tight. That means that I do a lot of research and soul searching before purchasing anything. Although I firmly believe in reinvesting my money into my business, I also feel I need to do so wisely. Here are the top five things that turned out to be very wise investments for my home business. #1 Dropbox.
The Assistant Room
JANUARY 14, 2022
Read our monthly roundup of the top 5 private dining rooms across London starting off 2022 in stylish Mayfair. The post The Top 5 Private Dining Rooms in Mayfair London first appeared on The Assistant Room.
Success
JANUARY 2, 2022
The footprints in the snow stopped. I kept going. I could still see the trail just enough to be reasonably certain I would not get lost deep in Nevada’s Lamoille Canyon. But I wasn’t 100% sure I was making the right decision by continuing the hike. This was not a place to slip and fall and crack my head on a rock. I was alone and miles and miles from civilization/cell service.
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 11, 2022
In the early part of my career, I worked in the financial services industry. We talked a lot about investments. One of the fundamental principles with regard to investing is that you always want to consider the “return.” That means, what do you expect get back ? You weigh that against the cost of the investment to determine if it’s a smart move. This concept applies to all kinds of investments, big or small, financial or otherwise.
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.
Ideas.Ted
JANUARY 14, 2022
“How can I be the best ‘me’ possible?” . It’s a question you’ve probably asked yourself, at some time or another. Well, for nearly 20 years, Whitney Johnson has been exploring that question — studying writing, advising and coaching about human potential. She works with individuals, teams and organizations to help them reach their limits (in a good way!
All Things Admin
JANUARY 26, 2022
I’ve been working on a new book for several months now. Even though it’s something I’m really excited about, there are times when it feels overwhelming. While personal situations and the pandemic make it easy to come up with excuses to put my project on the back burner, it’s time to get it done. But as I evaluated my workspace, I realized I needed to make some physical changes to facilitate more productive workflow, focus, and energy as I write my book.
Tips From T. Marie
JANUARY 28, 2022
If you’re a regular reader of my articles on this blog, you know that I’m not the most consistent blogger out here. I’ll go through spurts where I post regularly and then business gets busy and all you get are crickets for long periods. I’d apologize, but busy means my business is thriving, and who apologizes for that? But if you wish I posted a little more often, there is now a way to get even more home business tips on a regular basis.
The Assistant Room
JANUARY 10, 2022
Whether you're isolating due to the COVID-19 pandemic, maybe you're struggling to maintain healthy eating habits or perhaps like many busy assistants, you just can't find the time to shop, prep, cook AND clean up on top of your regular routine, have no fear because the solution is easier than you think. The post Luxury Meal Plan Boxes for Busy Assistants Anywhere and Everywhere first appeared on The Assistant Room.
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Success
JANUARY 5, 2022
On this week’s episode of SUCCESS Line , I talk to an alumni of our very own SUCCESS Coaching certification, Madeline. Madeline is an entrepreneur, wife and mother, and she, like many of you, has big goals for 2022. But how, she wonders, can you achieve your goals without losing yourself and everything that is important to you along the way? She wants to “have it all” and to achieve that ever elusive ideal of “balance.” .
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 31, 2022
Whether you’re working at the office, or virtually, or in a hybrid capacity, interruptions and distractions surround you! In many ways, this is simply the nature of today’s working world, and for some roles, it’s an unavoidable part of the job. But that doesn’t mean you have to simply allow these things (and people) to run your day. In fact, actively managing them is also part of the job!
Executive Leadership Support Blog
JANUARY 27, 2022
Earlier this year, Team ELS had an opportunity to interview Monique Helstrom, speaker, activator, and un-locker of human potential, on effective communication. She will be a featured speaker at our ELS: Back in Boston Forum taking place later this year. Monique is a powerhouse communicator and has had unparalleled experiences and gained unique perspectives from thought leaders, executives, celebrities, educators, and the general workforce.
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 6, 2022
Making the move to managing a team Many Assistants are making the move to managing a team and taking on more of a leadership role in their organisations. It is an exciting time for career-driven Assistants who want to add more value. The opportunities are there for the taking, and Assistants [.].
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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.
Worxbee
JANUARY 17, 2022
We’ve reached that time of year when people think about what they’d like to achieve. Every successful executive assistant we know is a goal setter. It’s often a trait that sets them apart from others. There’s something about good goal setting that helps to ensure you give more thought to where you’re going and what you need to do to get there. With that said, if you’re ready to set yourself up for a great year, here’s how to do it through goal setting: Set goals (not resolutions!
Ideas.Ted
JANUARY 4, 2022
This post is part of TED’s “How to Be a Better Human” series, each of which contains a piece of helpful advice from people in the TED community; browse through all the posts here. Accepting our mortality helps us let go of busyness and focus on what’s most important to us in order to live a happier, more meaningful life. The average human lifespan is absurdly, terrifyingly finite.
Success
JANUARY 7, 2022
Social media is forging a new path in 2022. You could get by with overly-templated posts in the past, ignoring how people engage on different apps. Now we have spaces with a distinct culture: TikTok. Clubhouse. Whatever the metaverse promises to be. Now more than ever, you need a social media plan. With dozens of apps to explore, marketing a business or growing a personal brand is a slow, layered process.
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 4, 2022
As a professional, you have almost certainly heard of Key Performance Indicators —the quantifiable metrics that prove whether or not you’re performing successfully within your role. While the terminology is commonly used in the working world, it is not well understood. For many roles, KPIs are vague or (even worse) completely undefined. Without clear, agreed upon KPIs, your chances of success are greatly diminished.
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Small Business CEO
JANUARY 16, 2022
Visuals play a role in any presentation , from PowerPoint slides to the latest data visualization. Most companies must utilize some form of visuals to convey information to their employees, customers, and other stakeholders. However, the design elements that influence visual communications are often overlooked. When making a presentation, there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
Productivityist
JANUARY 17, 2022
When contemplating your level of productivity, it’s easy to get caught up in how much you’re able to do in a given day, week, and so on. Quantified productivity is something anyone can calculate. It’s why measurements like Inbox Zero have become so popular in figuring out whether or not you have had a productive day. The problem with using numbers to constantly measure productivity – especially personal productivity – is that they don’t always paint an accurat
Worxbee
JANUARY 10, 2022
One of the primary roles of an executive assistant is to add value to the business. Executives look to their assistants as strategic business partners. They want you to understand the ins and outs of the business and channel the executive or CEO when necessary. To be more effective in this role, it’s essential to develop strong business acumen. This will help you to be proactive and to be a valuable contributor to the business.
All Things Admin
JANUARY 24, 2022
If you don’t struggle with managing your inbox, stop reading now. If you do struggle, I’m right there with you. Many people have a love-hate relationship with their inboxes. They like them for quick communication. But they hate trying to manage the overload of messages and information coming at them. I can completely relate! When I worked corporately, I was always shocked by the state of my executives’ inboxes.
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!
Success
JANUARY 2, 2022
Welcome to the year you went big. As the calendar turns to January, it’s time to set wild goals about the personal sales records you can smash with a little planning and practice. As a 100% commissioned salesperson for the past 19 years, I’ve often wondered what are the characteristics of the top producing sales professionals and successful leaders.
Recruit CRM
JANUARY 16, 2022
With only a small number of people interested in being in the office full time (just 2% , to be exact!), companies everywhere are finding solutions to facilitate hybrid working. From finding collaborative software, hosting virtual meetings, and keeping everyone engaged, managers are trying to assess what hybrid work means for business , all while getting their projects done and keeping their employees happy.
Small Business CEO
JANUARY 23, 2022
The times are strange for business. There are many vacancies and companies who need hard workers. The culture in companies is changing. Between teleconferences and remote work, cultivating a cohesive and productive company culture is more difficult. Still, it is imperative to create an environment that is both effective and pleasant. This is true even for a digital environment.
Productivityist
JANUARY 24, 2022
Yep. It’s an ugly title. But I wanted to make sure that you offer up some attention to the following 2 quotes. You can do that in whatever order you choose: “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” Ralph Waldo Emerson. Here’s a wonderful blog post written by fellow Canadian Bob Desautels that was inspired by that Emerson quote. “Between stimulus and response, there is a space.
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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