Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Colliers International, a global real estate services and investment management company, recently released their 2019 U.S. Flexible Workspace Outlook Report. According to the report's introduction, its purpose is "to help office occupiers and investors alike to better understand: • The rationale behind using flexible workspace • Examples of leasing models • Types of experience models • The volume and characteristics of flexible workspace in leading U.S. markets • Key issues facing the se

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

SURPRISE! It’s me, Joan Burge. Those of you who have followed me for a while know I am a big fan of face-to-face time for executives and assistants. Face-to-face time is also beneficial for any manager who meets on a regular basis with their direct reports. Whether you are an executive or an assistant reading this Monday Motivator, here are ideas on what you can discuss when you have face-to-face time or catch up by telephone, Facetime, or Skype on a regular basis.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Enjoy today’s Day in the life: Amy Franklyn, EA at Bird & Bird which is full of Executive Assistant Tips and Tricks. What are the main aspects of your role? I manage a team of PAs and Administrative Assistants and I support the firm’s Head of Corporate and General Counsel. I help the business with […].

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

No matter what kind of content you intend to create, sometimes the ideas just don't come. Live streams, blog posts, articles, Instagram/Facebook/Snapchat stories, posts, short-form or long-form media — it can all seem like too much sometimes. Staring at a blank screen when you desperately want to create content and serve your audience can be stressful.

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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.

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Rig Up , an online talent marketplace that connects oilfield workers who are looking for a job with oil and gas companies, recently announced it had raised $60 million in VC funding.  The company was founded in 2014 and it pre-qualifies contract oilfield workers and helps them find gigs quickly and easily with energy firms.  Thanks to fracking, U.S. oil and gas production has been growing steadily for the last decade, with oil production at an all time high.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Welcome to another question for Ask an Admin. This is where the administrative assistant and executive assistant can submit any question they have and their peers will answer the question based on their previous experience. We believe that there are many different ways to approach problems, difficult tasks, and situations so we thought this would be a great way to provide you a place to share your input as well as receive input from others.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Location-less offices, remote employees, virtual assistants , and online service providers. This is the changing face of today’s small business offices. Business is becoming less and less tied to a location for various reasons. Reducing the cost of running a business is at the top of that list. Depending on which of the aforementioned choices you make, it can save you money on office space, office supplies & equipment, and even employee benefits and taxes.

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Clutter Coach

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

by I think it’s safe to say KonMari is a verb that’s trending right now in early 2019. Are you looking to KonMari your house? Seems like everyone in America is right now. Marie Kondo’s Netflix show, Tidying Up with Marie Kondo, has touched a nerve with many. Her approach is very simple, does this possession spark joy or not? In practice, you’re going to find things like old tax returns that don’t really spark joy, but you keep them anyway, for other good reasons.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

There are many reasons why you should attend an administrative assistant certification or designation course but are those reasons right for you or are you still trying to figure out why you should a certification and designation course? Joan Burge, founder and CEO of Office Dynamics International is the creator of the World Class Assistant course and has helped men and women from around the world get their CWCA designation.

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

You might already have an ATS that you’re looking to replace or maybe you’re looking to buy your first system. It’s 2021 and if you’re reading this, you’re probably looking for a new applicant tracking system. With dozens of systems to choose from, choosing the right ATS/CRM for your business is a daunting task! Don’t worry though, You have us here.

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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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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Many people envision team meetings as stuffy office-based meetings between employees and management, but today’s economy is simply different. Whether you run an ecommerce business or a digital agency, you might be collaborating with a team across the state, country, or even the world. So, when it’s time for a team meeting, and your team doesn’t have a single location, what do you do?

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

The trend towards desiring greater levels independence - and the autonomy, control and flexibility that comes with it - takes many forms.  Since we track the future of work, we spend most of our time researching the growth of independent work (freelancing, independent contracting, self-employment, etc.). But there are other aspects to this trend.

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Ever since I discovered Chrome Extensions, I have been a fan. They are extremely useful and often come in handy. We have curated a list of 19 Chrome Extensions for recruiters, of course, you won’t be needing all of them but feel free to choose the one you like. It’s time to do some serious recruiting in 2019. 1.) Recruit CRM Sourcing Extension. Source candidates & clients from anywhere with the handy Recruit CRM extension.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 2, 2019

In today’s highly competitive world of business, it has become increasingly important for businesses to take steps in order to stay a step ahead of the competition. There are various steps you can take in order to boost your chances of success, particularly in today’s digital era. By making sure you put a strong marketing strategy in place, you can make a huge difference to your success levels no matter what industry you are in.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

From animation and VR to photography and video; establishing a successful – often multi-stranded – approach to digital marketing is vital. You’re not just competing with your neighboring high street SME anymore. Through the rise in globalization and the evolution of the supply chain, you’re competing with every heavyweight conglomerate and entrepreneurial SME the world over in the present day.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

What have you got planned for 2019? Do you know how you’ll be promoting your business in January? How about for December? If you think that planning ahead is only for huge corporations with large marketing departments, then chances are very high that marketing your small business is either not happening at all, or you’re wasting your time with outdated strategies.

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

An important part of being a recruiter is communicating with candidates & clients effectively. Email is still, by a wide margin, the best way to reach out to both prospective clients & candidates. Trillions of emails get sent every year, but most end up being ignored. To increase the chances of your emails getting replied to, you need great email subjects & messages.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

The SEC whistleblower program exists to award eligible whistleblowers who avail original information that facilitates successful enforcement of SEC actions where total civil penalties surpass $1 million. As far as the eligibility for the program is concerned, any individual or group, irrespective of their citizenship, may participate in the SEC Whistleblower program – with a few qualifications and exclusions attached.

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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.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

We live in a highly unconventional world. Gone are the days of having to go to the bank in order to have access to your money. You no longer have to take a trip to a brick and mortar store to buy groceries or clothing. The internet has also changed how we make money. While traditional full-time and part-time jobs will always be an option, the internet has opened the doors for people to make money by completing a variety of tasks.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Any business that takes itself seriously will make sure calls are answered within a ring or two and that callers feel their question or issue is (or will soon be) resolved before the call is disconnected. Unless you have a very close and trusting relationship with all your customers, it’s impossible to do this with calls going to the wrong staff member, or worse: voicemail; or worst: Missed altogether.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 2, 2019

“The law is hard, but it is the law” This old Roman saying pertains to the harsh yet fair nature of the law. It exists to protect the people from others and themselves. It also helps in preserving the sovereignty of the state. Moreover, it promotes peace and order in any place in the world. A place dissolving into anarchy is not a healthy place to live in, and the law helps us in remembering our rational side.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Like any profession, success as a landlord depends on hard work, determination, sharp business acumen and a touch of good luck. Many people find investing in real estate a stable way to boost their income. However, those who rush in with little advanced preparation may find their landlord journey filled with more money pits than income-producing properties.

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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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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Though running an online business is still an oddity to many people in the public, it’s fast becoming the most popular career option worldwide. Anyone can fire up a simple or complex business such as freelance writing or design, or an ecommerce store supported by social media marketing. In the case of a business run solely online, it’s important to establish a virtual headquarters to run your business from.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Many entrepreneurs feel that appointing a legal practitioner for business purpose is not that necessary and it creates excessive pressure. But, in today’s world, it is really very important to hire a business attorney. The businesses often face criminal accusations like fraud, copyright issues, monetary crimes, etc. and in such case, you may need the help of your business defense lawyer.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

The growth in technology has brought many changes in how businesses are being conducted, and there seems to be software for every function. Good software will help you in managing different business aspects more effectively than you would by relying on your employees only. Most software is developed in such a way that it can be useful even through a mobile phone, which makes it easy to use them from anywhere.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Email automation stands out significantly from the rest of marketing communication. It’s personalized, relevant, and it reaches the customers at the right time. Not only are customers opting for a personalized experience, they’re willing to pay more for it. According to a Deloitte study , customers are willing to pay up to 20% more for a personalized experience.

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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!

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