C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 10, 2024

A business executive is a master juggler. However, ambitious professionals may take on too much in their professional and private lives, resulting in chaos. Can you handle business finances, keep up with industry changes, manage employees, and find a satisfying work-life balance while overseeing personal matters? It’s not possible! Or at least, it’s tough to grow your business, increase profits, and build an excellent reputation while bogged down with trying to manage your home life and work res

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 1, 2024

What does an administrative assistant do? Discover the strategic role they play, from project management to high-level decision-making.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Zoe Hill has 16 years of experience as an executive assistant and is the founder of Premier Admin Services. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Zoe shares tips on managing a team of assistants, working with small businesses as a hybrid assistant, and the differences between the executive assistant and chief of staff roles. LEADERSHIP QUOTE Always expect the unexpected.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Gabriel Francisco is an executive assistant and a seasoned globetrotter, leveraging almost two decades of international speaking engagements, teaching endeavors, and business relationships that enrich his professional tapestry. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Gabriel talks about developing your soft skills, joy in the workplace, being a culture manager, and tips on public speaking and performance.

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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.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The role of an Executive Assistant is more dynamic than ever, offering growth opportunities in leadership, project management, and strategic planning.

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Allwork

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Wells Fargo recently terminated over a dozen employees for faking productivity, a practice acknowledged by 37% of employers and 32% of employees. Engaging in fauxductivity can undermine trust, cohesion, and collaboration — culminating in a toxic environment where “busywork” is valued over innovation and creativity. Leaders must prioritize authentic productivity and outcomes by promoting a work culture that motivates employees to engage meaningfully instead of merely appearing busy.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 1, 2024

I bet you’re hearing the word empowerment everywhere right now. But for us solopreneurs, it’s not just another business trend; it’s a lifeline. When you’re running the show on your own, solopreneur empowerment means having the ability to make your own rules, build a business that fits your life, and choose your clients, projects, and working hours.

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As a career coach, I frequently tell people that stretch opportunities are your best ally for career advancement. If you’re looking to accelerate your professional development, hands-on experience is the most effective way to quickly build new skills while also enjoying the additional benefits of on-the-job learning. What Are Stretch Opportunities? Stretch opportunities are assignments or projects that go beyond your current skills or experience level and challenge you to develop new capabilitie

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The British Council for Offices (BCO) has announced what it says are the UK’s most exceptional workplaces this year, with eight projects receiving accolades at its National Awards. The TTP Campus, a life sciences facility in Cambridgeshire, was the standout winner, claiming both the Best of the Best and Corporate Workplace awards. The awards, held at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London, celebrate excellence in office design, operation, sustainability, and community engagement.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Discover how to balance modern trends with timeless corporate fashion to present yourself with confidence and professionalism.

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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.

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OCTOBER 20, 2024

Organizations adopting hybrid and remote work models must balance providing flexibility with maintaining a cohesive company culture to attract talent and ensure unity among employees. Building a culture of trust and ensuring consistent and clear communication are key in hybrid environments to prevent misunderstandings and ensure everyone feels connected to the organization’s goals.

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Success

OCTOBER 8, 2024

If you’re like most of us, you dread annual performance reviews. You feel like the entire process is out of your control—and, of course, no one likes to be criticized. However, with careful planning and strategizing, your annual performance review can be an excellent opportunity to improve your job satisfaction and learn what you need to do in order to be promoted.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Don’t kill the messenger, but the holidays are knocking on our door. In case the aisles of your favorite big box store haven’t made it clear, Halloween has become the unofficial kick-off to the holiday season. That means many of us are already feeling the pressure to juggle holiday promotions, family commitments, and personal preparations. It’s like the universe handed you a gift-wrapped ball of chaos and said, “Here, have fun!

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 2, 2024

In this episode, I sit down with Andrew J. Mason , a veteran podcast producer and the host of The Pro Guide. Andrew has over 18 years of experience in producing and hosting audio and visual content for shows like the Getting Things Done podcast for the David Allen Company and The Omni Show for the makers of OmniFocus. We dive deep into his journey in the world of podcasting, the productivity tools he uses, and his perspective on balancing creativity with efficiency.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Millions of workers aged 57 and over in the UK are being overlooked for job opportunities, as employers increasingly consider this age ‘too old’ to hire, according to a new poll. The survey, conducted by Totaljobs , claims that a third of people over 50 worry they will struggle to find work due to age discrimination, with one in seven reporting being rejected for jobs because of their age.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Non-profit organizations dedicate themselves to important causes. However, as passionate as non-profit executives are about their mission, they’re often pulled in opposing directions. They must oversee daily operations while focusing on their core mission and strategic planning. A non-profit executive assistant (EA) can boost efficiency by handling administrative tasks and other duties, allowing executives to focus on using their leadership and strategic vision to drive initiatives.

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OCTOBER 2, 2024

Kenya has introduced a Digital Nomad Work Permit and a visa-free travel policy as part of efforts to boost its tourism industry. Announced by President William Ruto at the 2024 Magical Kenya Travel Expo, the Digital Nomad Work Permit allows remote workers from around the globe to live and work in Kenya, according to Citizen Digital. The initiative aims to attract digital nomads to experience Kenya’s vibrant culture while contributing to local economies.

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Success

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Juggling work, personal responsibilities, family needs, professional development, extracurricular activities and much more can be challenging to say the very least. According to Kristin Papa —a licensed clinical social worker specializing in burnout—managing these demands is particularly difficult in workplaces with unrealistic expectations, a lack of autonomy and insufficient resources or clarity.

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Jennie Lyon

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Happy October, and more importantly, Happy Q4 to you online business owners! If you’re wondering why I’m celebrating, online businesses tend to see their best profits in the last three months of the year. Part of this is because of all the wonderful seasonal sales and gift-giving holidays, but I’d argue what’s more important is your strategy… The post Maximizing Q4 Profits as an Online Business Owner appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing and Virtual Assistant Services Inc.

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In this episode, I sit down with Jason Silver , author of Your Grass is Greener: Use What You Have. Get What You Want. At Work and In Life. Jason shares his insights on how to find more happiness in your work by using the skills you already have and how that enjoyment leads to greater productivity. We dive into the book’s structure, which is designed to help you work smarter, find enjoyment without changing jobs, and progress in your career.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As AI continues to advance, navigating the balance between regulation and innovation will have a huge impact on how successful the technology can be. The EU AI Act came into force this summer, which is a move in the right direction towards classifying AI risk. At the same time, the Labour government has set out its intention to focus on the role of technology and innovation as key drivers for the UK economy.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Professional athletes lead hectic lives; sometimes, they could use a little help. A personal assistant can help make the life of an elite athlete much more manageable so that they can focus on their career and enjoy their private time. In addition to needing someone meticulous and detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills, athletes have unique requirements for PAs.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

There’s a significant gap between the widespread adoption of AI tools by corporate leadership and the awareness and comfort level of employees, with only 33% recognizing AI integration in their roles. Effective AI adoption requires clearly communicated integration plans, established guidelines for use, and role-aligned training, as many employees lack guidance and training, leading to discomfort and underutilization.

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Success

OCTOBER 18, 2024

A few weeks ago, Nike announced that Elliott Hill , a 36-year company veteran once passed over for the top job, would return as CEO, replacing John Donahoe, a former Bain consultant and eBay executive. Donahoe’s tenure as CEO saw Nike deviate from their traditional strengths to focus on a new direct-to-consumer strategy and an implementation of multiple waves of layoffs that decimated employee morale and stifled innovation.

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Karen Vivarelli

OCTOBER 8, 2024

This ChatGPT prompt just handled your email marketing for the rest of the year: Repurpose like a pro thanks to ChatGPT here’s how Take your captions, carousel posts, talking reels, podcast script, and turn them into long form content like emails or blogs. PROMPT to copy and paste into ChatGPT: “Using this [insert script, caption, carousel post, talking reel] I would like you to repurpose it into 3 separate emails following this structure: Hook, Story, Provide 1-3 pieces of value, Bridge and CT

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 4, 2024

In this special Flashback Friday episode, I reconnect with David Allen, the creator of the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology, to discuss his latest book, Team: Getting Things Done with Others , co-authored with Ed Lamont. We also revisit a classic conversation where we discussed the evolution of GTD, reflecting on its past, present, and the future of productivity practices.

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 1, 2024

A new poll claims that the vast majority (85 percent) of British SME bosses with HR responsibilities support proposals to give staff the “right to disconnect”, with 4 in 5 (80 percent) believing the Employment Rights Bill is a positive step forward for employees. The survey was conducted by Breathe HR to uncover sentiment towards new workers’ rights amongst bosses who will be steering through new rule changes at SMEs, ahead of the Employment Rights Bill being laid in parliament.

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Bonnie Low-Kramen

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Bonnie Low-Kramen Interviewed by V anessa Ogle for Authority Magazine August 26, 2024 “Company leaders are slow to set new norms within the culture that makes it totally acceptable for women to rise through the ranks without diminishing talk of “being promoted because she is sleeping with someone,” stereotypical comments on appearance, and harsh judgments about behaviors.

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OCTOBER 16, 2024

Success in hybrid work models requires shifting focus from presenteeism to outcomes and quality, and establishing trust as a cornerstone for effective management and employee satisfaction. Setting and clearly communicating goals, performance metrics, and expectations is critical in hybrid work to facilitate team cohesion, reduce ambiguity, and enhance productivity.

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Success

OCTOBER 7, 2024

When building a business, whether just beginning or a decade in, the key to success and longevity for many can be found in this analogy from Nick Martell and Jack Crivici-Kramer, entrepreneurs, founders and cohosts of the daily pop-biz news podcast The Best One Yet : “A business can try to be like a Swiss Army knife and can try to do everything, sell everything, be everything to everyone.

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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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