Stephanie LH Calahan
OCTOBER 17, 2013
'Recently, I've been talking a lot with clients and in on-line groups as questions come up about pricing strategy. There seems to be a lot of confusion around making the choice of hourly charges or value based pricing / results based pricing. Its a great question to ask and today I'm going to share thoughts on what charging for results means as well as a video of Jason T.
Ian's Messy Desk
OCTOBER 4, 2013
'The post 9 Habits of Successful People appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. Leo Tolstoy starts the novel Anna Karenina with the line, “Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” There’s a measure of truth in that idea, which applies to successful people. Successful people exhibit common traits, while the habits of unsuccessful people are all over the place.
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The Small Business Blog
OCTOBER 8, 2013
'Coworking might not be something you have ever considered before as a business owner, but there are numerous benefits from working in a shared place with other people. Here are our Top 5 Tips for coworking: 1. Entrepreneurs who start coworking will immediately benefit from the dynamic and exciting atmosphere of multiple businesses at work.… Read the full article here: Top 5 Tips for Coworking on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 7, 2013
'A growing theme across the Internet is that technology is driving income inequality and creating a "neo-feudal" economy. This week alone there are two good examples of this point of view. TechCrunch's Meet the New Serfs, Same as the Old Serfs is interesting because it provides a rare critical look at some parts of the Sharing Economy.
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.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 16, 2013
'Along side my current EA role I am also the company’s marketing manager. I love that I have two sides to my job because well I love being an EA but I also love that I have a creative outlet and a variety of responsibilities. In fact I’m pleased as punch that I have a dual role. I didn’t just end up in this position though, after reading a really thought provoking article a few years ago, I kind of planned it.
Clutter Coach
OCTOBER 10, 2013
'Josh Waldrum from SpareFoot Storage sent me this delightful infographic full of impressive and sometimes scary statistics. Clearing out clutter can literally pay you back; every organizer I know has found uncashed checks, gift cards and money in their clients’ homes. Having more stuff than fits in your house is NOT a good reason to rent a storage unit.
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Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 13, 2013
'Hello Monday Motivators! I hope you did something relaxing or fun this weekend. With all that is going on in our world, government shutdown, and our challenging economy, you may find people’s patience faltering. In some organizations, projects have been put on hold or salaries have been frozen, or possibly some positions that are open are not being filled right now.
The Small Business Blog
OCTOBER 2, 2013
'As Facebook has grown, so have the opportunities and challenges for businesses to get in front of their ideal consumers. With over 800 million users worldwide, it may be the most highly trafficked social media site. Undoubtedly, businesses around the world are clamoring to make the most of Facebook’s ever-increasing popularity, but the very fact… Read the full article here: How to Use Facebook for Your Business on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
Eco-Office Gals
OCTOBER 7, 2013
'Most Americans spend up to 90% of their time indoors and many of those hours are spent in an office environment. The effects of dry air and indoor air pollution can range from sinus aggravation and chronic coughing to the bringing on of headaches and exacerbating asthma. The United State Environmental Protection Agency states many office buildings have poor indoor air quality (IAQ) due to inadequately designed, maintained and operated ventilation systems.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 7, 2013
'I know, I know it is only the 11th October but it is unfortunately the time when you really need to start organising your office Christmas party. A few years ago I wrote a post on the different types of parties you can organise depending on your colleagues and the environment you work in. Just to reiterate it is a tricky tricky task organising the Christmas party and you will never please everyone!
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Office Organization Success
OCTOBER 14, 2013
'It’s been a challenging week this week; the kind of week that business owners don’t tell you about because they want you to think everything in the garden is rosy. I sat down at my desk one morning to check my emails, which I always do first thing, and I had a monthly retainer client cancel with me; and then two members of my Your Systems for Success program cancel their membership.
Stephanie LH Calahan
OCTOBER 21, 2013
'Did you know that research shows that the majority of our behavior is driven by our subconscious mind? Studies say that it impacts 80-96% of what you think feel and do! Your subconscious programming affects your health, weight, family life, finances, choices, etc. Everything you desire, that you don't have, lies outside the realm of what you. already know. Meaning, if you want to make more money, have better relationships, attract the right clients, get more visibility
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 17, 2013
'Modern administrative assistants and clerical workers rely on many different technological tools to ensure that everything works smoothly in their places of business. Mobile phones have come a long way since their initial transition from the battlefield to the workplace, and other technologies have proven just as valuable. Many of these tools transition well between jobs, whether you are changing roles in your current office or moving to a new company entirely.
The Small Business Blog
OCTOBER 22, 2013
'The Abilene Paradox was first put forward by JB Harvey in the mid-70’s. It says that a group of people can end up taking a course of action that none of them individually wants to take. It’s a paradox because it happens when people try and be nice to each other. It starts when someone… Read the full article here: Avoiding the Abilene Paradox on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
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Ian's Messy Desk
OCTOBER 7, 2013
'The post 8 Tips to Help You Clean Off Your Desk appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. Make an appointment - Don’t just hope you find the time to clean up, set a calendar entry and stick to it. Use the right tools: Set a timer for the length of time you have decided to work on this project. Boxes or storage containers to use for sorting. Garbage/recycling bags or box for shredding.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 23, 2013
'Right everyone raise your hand if you attended the Office* Show last month?! I did, I did! As you can imagine I am pretty much surrounded by events 24/7 so it made a lovely change last month when I attended the show simply as a delegate! It helped that the show was incredibly well organised and delegates very well looked after, which is not an easy task at all!
Office Organization Success
OCTOBER 5, 2013
'Part of running an efficient and organized business is making full use of the technology and resources available to you. It’s great to set up systems and processes and have them work for you, but in order to fully automate your business you also need to know which technologies are going to work best to support you in that. Over the years I have worked with many different automation tools (either in my own business or for my clients) that have helped to support an online solo business owner, and
Stephanie LH Calahan
OCTOBER 30, 2013
'So, you want to get your message out, grow your list of people that are interested in hearing what you have to say, right? You might even be interested in getting in front of other influencers in your industry and building stronger relationships? Those are great things to be thinking about and today I'm going to share a simple, yet often overlooked activity that will help you do that.
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Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 10, 2013
'Recycling. We all mean to do it. The next time. Later. Tomorrow. There are a lot of excuses for why we don''t: It''s confusing. We don''t know where to put things. We don''t know what''s recyclable. We don''t know which color bin to use. In particular, it''s hard to get employees motivated to recycle around the office. When everyone is already busy and stressed, sometimes that little bit of extra effort is the first thing to fall by the wayside.
The Small Business Blog
OCTOBER 18, 2013
'Your business might have already taken tentative steps into the world of eCommerce by operating your own online storefront or offering things for sale directly through your website, but if you want to be successful it is important for you to understand the things that your customers want from their online shopping experience. The issue… Read the full article here: Infographic: What eCommerce Users Want on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
Eco-Office Gals
OCTOBER 26, 2013
'As the end of 2013 approaches we start to plan for a new year of business ahead. The New Year brings new clients, new projects, new workloads and new challenges. We are all now fully aware of the need to keep our businesses Green and work in harmony with our environment. Sometimes as we enter a busy period of business we can easily forget to keep our environmentally friendly approach to working.
Tips From T. Marie
OCTOBER 24, 2013
'Categories: Business Tips How unique is your approach to business? Have you done some trailblazing to find what works best for you or are you following someone else’s recipe for business success? My son is constantly sharing funny videos with me from YouTube. It’s his way of getting me to ease off the ‘business overdrive’ button. He learned […] ( Read more. ).
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Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 2, 2013
'The Freelance Model for Enterprises is an interesting study from Tower Lane Consulting. The key take away is businesses are planning to hire more contingent workers (freelancers, etc.) over the next year. The study focused on mid-sized firms with 50 to 1000 employees. The key results are: Over 60% of the respondents plan to hire more freelancers next year. 75% said they use freelancers because they need different skill sets at different times. 88% use freelancers on projects lasting less than o
Stephanie LH Calahan
OCTOBER 15, 2013
'The other day I shared 8 ways to get more speaking gigs. In that post I promised that I'd go into more detail about where to look to identify event producers/hosts and offer to speak. As I talk with my private clients and colleagues, many tell me that they'd like to get on more stages and get their message out, but they don't know where to start.
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 22, 2013
'One of the most important things you can do as an administrative professional is learn how to manage your time. Time management is critical in this line of work, because you inevitably have a range of specific tasks you need to accomplish each day. It''s also common for the executives you work for to need additional work completed on an ad hoc basis.
The Small Business Blog
OCTOBER 20, 2013
'“The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for circumstances they want, and, if they can’t find them, make them.” That quote was by a man who features regularly in the quote of the week, the Irish writer George Bernard Shaw. It sums up the whole nature… Read the full article here: Initiative: Quote of the Week on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
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.
Ian's Messy Desk
OCTOBER 9, 2013
'The post Top 5 social media tips for small businesses appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. (NC) – Limited by time and resources, Canadian small business owners often view having a presence on social media channels as a daunting task. However, with over 18 million Canadians on Facebook alone, setting up a page for your business is a simple and cost effective way to be more discoverable, build relationships with new and existing customers, and drive in-store or online sales.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 3, 2013
'Well firstly I want to say a huge thank you to everyone that took the time to complete my survey a couple of months ago. I have decided to break the survey results into two parts so that I can share how you all feel about being assistants and secondly your thoughts on the blog. This post will concentrate on the industry and your place within it. I have been so impressed with how you all think and feel about your roles.
Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 29, 2013
'You don't often see a paraphrased Mae West quote as part of a study on the future of accounting , but with the rise of mobile and cloud computing it makes sense (sort of). Last week Intuit released the 2103 Future of Accountancy report. We co-authored this report with Intuit and it's an update of The Future of the Accounting Profession study we did with them in 2011. The forecast update was done by conducting several "think tanks" with practicing accountants, ind
Stephanie LH Calahan
OCTOBER 9, 2013
'Speaking. Even though speaking scares the crud out of many entrepreneurs, it is still one of the best ways to get your message out. In the past, there was really only one way to get in front of an audience -- speak on stage. I have been speaking in public since I was in elementary school (I took. pubic speaking in 4-H and even got a blue ribbon at the state fair) and.
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