Allwork
JUNE 5, 2024
Anyone can learn how to run a coworking or virtual office business, but you can’t teach someone to care. It’s the care and attention that keep people coming back, leading to long-term members and clients. Two successful operators tell us what makes great service and why it makes a valuable difference in their centers. This article was written by Mike Sullivan, Chief Marketing Officer for Alliance Virtual Offices.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 6, 2024
Onboarding a New Executive Onboarding a new Executive can be a challenging and crucial task for Assistants. It requires careful planning, effective communication, and a proactive approach. In this article, we will explore Diana Brandl's 10-point strategy plan for onboarding a new executive, providing valuable insights and [.
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Office Dynamics
JUNE 6, 2024
Take better notes as an assistant with these methods to enhance communication, capture key details, and boost your administrative career.
Allwork
JUNE 3, 2024
Flexible work arrangements offer employees increased control over their schedules, leading to improved work-life balance, reduced burnout, and enhanced mental wellness. Enhanced and intentional communication in flexible work environments leads to better team cohesion, innovation, and alignment of goals, while posing challenges related to maintaining engagement and reducing feelings of isolation.
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.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 4, 2024
Turning Burnout into Breakthrough: Three Steps to Reclaim Your Life Burnout is a silent and insidious enemy that can creep into our lives, affecting our mental and physical well-being. It disguises itself as exhaustion, self-doubt, frustration, and a loss of motivation. Deepika Sandhu, a Silicon Valley [.
Success
JUNE 5, 2024
Kayla Opperman, a Colorado-based former engineer, quit her career in architectural and electrical engineering with MEP firms after six years. She was one of a few women in engineering in her graduating class. It’s been a “tough and questionable” road through her engineering career, but one she doesn’t regret. Engineering has helped her build a self-identity: “I’m capable, intelligent, a hard worker,” she says, adding engineers build the world we live in, affirming their endurance and importance.
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Allwork
JUNE 5, 2024
Research emphasizes that employee choice over work location significantly boosts productivity and commitment, debunking traditional RTO mandates. Alvin Toffler’s 1970 predictions in “Future Shock” about the internet, telecommuting, and more horizontal organizations have largely come true, reshaping how we work. We are in a monumental transition akin to the Industrial Revolution, marked by increased remote work and changes in urban planning.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 6, 2024
The latest Workforce Index from Slack claims there has been a significant rise in AI usage in UK workplaces. Since September 2023, there’s been a 66 percent increase, with an additional 18 percent jump since the beginning of 2024. This trend reflects growing enthusiasm among employees about the technology, with 44 percent of office workers saying they are ‘enthusiastic ‘about using workplace AI in their daily tasks.
Success
JUNE 4, 2024
As the world becomes more and more data-driven and artificial intelligence increasingly permeates daily life, our power as human beings lies in our ability to make informed decisions. Cassie Kozyrkov is on a mission to increase the quality of those decisions. Kozyrkov was Google’s first chief decision scientist until she left the company to start Data Scientific.
Productivityist
JUNE 3, 2024
To-do list apps have long been a staple of personal productivity, but are they the best solution for tracking our habits? I don’t think so. While to-do lists are incredibly useful for managing our tasks, they lack the features necessary to support the formation and maintenance of habits. And that’s where dedicated habit tracking apps come in.
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.
Allwork
JUNE 4, 2024
Employees play a crucial role in advocating for organizational change that emphasizes workplace wellness. Rather than looking at iterative or individual-need-based mental and physical health interventions, employers can have the most impact by addressing environmental factors on the whole. Recommendations include maintaining optimal air quality thresholds, optimizing ambient noise levels, ensuring proper lighting conditions, and moderating office temperatures –– all environmental stressors on th
Workplace Insight
JUNE 4, 2024
The London office leasing market kicked off 2024 with a significant downturn, according to a new report from Devono. After a strong end to 2023, leasing activity plummeted by 45 percent in the first quarter, with only 2.3 million sq ft of space leased. This falls short of the 5-year average for Q1 and marks the lowest total since late 2022. The report attributes the decline to a combination of economic factors, including a recent recession and rising inflation.
Success
JUNE 6, 2024
Ever have the itch to travel but couldn’t find anyone to go with you? Don’t let that hold you back. Single women’s travel over 50 is in vogue, so it’s time to book your ticket and venture out into the world on your own. Nearly 60% of travelers are now looking to take a solo trip, according to Booking.com. Older women—both married and single—are driving the bulk of this interest.
Productivityist
JUNE 5, 2024
In this episode, I sit down with Scott Rusnak to explore the powerful integration of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) into both personal and professional lives. Scott and I talk about the importance of prioritizing and designing one’s life intentionally, providing actionable insights and tools for personal growth and maximum impact. We also highlight the significance of journaling for personal and professional development, emphasizing the roles of non-negotiables, reflection, and
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Allwork
JUNE 5, 2024
The Full Spectrum Workplace (FSW) is a dynamic model that categorizes work based on location and concurrency, offering different environments to optimize organizational objectives and performance. The FSW emphasizes that workplaces are ecosystems of various work quadrants, unique to each organization and changing over time, with a focus on creating synergies rather than making trade-offs.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 5, 2024
The demand for freelancers working in writing, and coding related jobs has dropped by 21 percent since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, according to new research by Imperial College Business School, Harvard Business School and the German Institute for Economic Research. This research paper, Who is AI Replacing? The Impact of Generative AI on Online Freelancing Platforms , looks at the impact of GenAI technologies on the demand for creative professionals who work on an hourly basis for dif
Success
JUNE 2, 2024
My son has multiple disabilities and uses a wheelchair to get around. Despite his physical needs, I do everything I can to get him, and the rest of my family of five, out in the world. It’s not easy. From making sure transportation is accessible to booking an open hotel room to finding excursions we can all enjoy, planning an inclusive trip takes work.
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
JUNE 2, 2024
Vickie Maldonado has a long career in administration and is currently the business ministry chief of staff at Bayside Community Church in Bradenton, Florida. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Vickie talks about how to keep all of your plates spinning without burning out, building relational equity within a team of assistants, and the difference between executive assistant and a chief of staff.
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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.
Allwork
JUNE 2, 2024
As a force for change, design is as much about practicality and structure as it is emotional and intellectual. Where we work needs to support the moods of human beings and the modes of work. The design can not be homogenous, or static. Human-centric environments that represent, reflect and empower people with a sense of place can and will create cultural optimism.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 4, 2024
A new survey commissioned by law firm Winckworth Sherwood suggests there has been a shift in workplace culture, with a majority of both employers (86 percent) and employees (69 percent) agreeing it’s more acceptable to take time off for illness, especially mental health issues. However, the survey also reveals a potential gap between perception and reality, which the report labels ‘wellbeing washing’ While employers say improved productivity is the main reason they offer wellne
Success
JUNE 3, 2024
Achieving harmony within one’s personal and professional life can often seem like an elusive goal. However, Kristin Cavallari , best known for her role on reality television, is a shining example of how one can successfully navigate the complexities of being a well-rounded entrepreneur, mom and business owner. Today, she is the founder and CEO of the lifestyle brand Uncommon James and host of the popular podcast Let’s Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari.
Productivityist
JUNE 5, 2024
In this episode, I sit down with Scott Rusnak to explore the powerful integration of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) into both personal and professional lives. Scott and I talk about the importance of prioritizing and designing one’s life intentionally, providing actionable insights and tools for personal growth and maximum impact. We also highlight the significance of journaling for personal and professional development, emphasizing the roles of non-negotiables, reflection, and
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Allwork
JUNE 5, 2024
Moving to Portugal to work just got a lot harder after its latest immigration reforms were announced to address the country’s rapid rise of digital nomads and international jobseekers. In recent years, the country has been known for its welcoming stance towards digital nomads, which has inadvertently driven up the cost of living for locals in international hotspots like Lisbon and Porto.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 6, 2024
I recently completed an ‘Artificial Intelligence Essentials’ course, designed to introduce me to the world of AI tools and help me become more productive and efficient in my work. As someone who is borderline-obsessed with AI and undertaking every AI course going, I couldn’t sign up quickly enough. Also, I confess, I am a total sucker for all things ‘perfect planner’, be that journal or software; any talk of productivity tools and I’m in.
Success
JUNE 5, 2024
In today’s modern workplace, the cultivation of a positive and engaging environment is paramount. The profound influence of gratitude can propel workplace engagement and success to new heights. I firmly believe that the power of peer recognition, a pivotal component of this approach, is instrumental in creating an overall culture of appreciation and mutual respect.
Jennie Lyon
JUNE 4, 2024
Starting a membership program can seem daunting. Especially when your audience size is small. You might ask, “Can I start a membership with a small audience?” The answer is a resounding yes. A small audience can be a powerful asset. It allows for a more personal connection. It fosters a sense of community. This blog… The post Can I Start A Membership With A Small Audience?
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!
Allwork
JUNE 4, 2024
The share of Americans who are either taking long commutes or super commuting has grown significantly since pre-pandemic times. A new study published by Stanford University analyzed car GPS data and found that there has been a surge in long-distance commuting among workers. The study reveals the share of Americans with commute journeys over 40 miles increased across the 10 largest cities in the United States.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 3, 2024
A new poll from Apogee Corporation claims that current workplace environments are failing to cater to different personality types, leading to significant collaboration challenges, reduced productivity and potentially driving away ‘talent’ The survey of 1,001 UK employees in mid-sized businesses suggests that 79 percent of workers struggle with meeting technology when collaborating with colleagues.
Success
JUNE 7, 2024
At the age of 8, standing on a field in Mexico City, playing flag football with a group of 16-year-old girls, Diana Flores could never have known she’d fall in love. That fast, agile little girl who grew up watching her father play tackle football—a sport allocated to men, who also got paid to play—would never have imagined herself as a star. Not even when she was 13, playing on an all-boys flag football team, and outrunning them all, in the NFL FLAG Football League in Mexico City.
Productivityist
JUNE 3, 2024
To-do list apps have long been a staple of personal productivity, but are they the best solution for tracking our habits? I don’t think so. While to-do lists are incredibly useful for managing our tasks, they lack the features necessary to support the formation and maintenance of habits. And that’s where dedicated habit tracking apps come in.
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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