Eat Your Career
JULY 15, 2019
If you’ve been following my work for any period of time, you know that I’m a big fan of Professional Development Plans (also referred to as PDPs). I often create these plans in collaboration with my career coaching clients, and I frequently provide training workshops on this topic. However, one question I repeatedly hear is this: Do I really need a professional development plan?
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 16, 2019
I know it is mid-July and we are a world away from the festive season, but it is time to start planning out the end of year party. You may think I am crazy, but actually, this is the best time of year to start thinking about your office do. Planning your festive celebration should […].
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Small Business Labs
JULY 18, 2019
Regular readers know we like Pet Trends here at Small Business Labs. So we had to cover the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's article The Pet Economy Kicks Into Overdrive. The article covers the growth of the pet economy. Key quote: The surge in spending on pets – and explosion of new products, services and unique “experiences” to help quadrupeds and their owners bond more closely – is at an apex, tracking to break U.S. records this year.
Tips From T. Marie
JULY 16, 2019
There’s no doubt that WordPress is the ideal choice for building your business website. Recently I touched on the fact that WordPress is an ‘ array of moving parts’. One of those parts is the theme. In WordPress, the theme is the part that dictates your design. Where your logo appears, your colors, and whether a large ‘hero’ image appears on your home page are all items most likely controlled by your theme.
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
JULY 18, 2019
I take pleasure in simple, everyday workplace routines. To learn more about affirmations and how to leverage them for career success, check out this article. The post Positive Career Affirmation #21 appeared first on Eat Your Career.
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 15, 2019
Networking is such an essential part of the Assistant role. We can work in such silos that without a network to support our endeavours, the position can be very lonely. I genuinely believe that every organisation which employs a group of Assistants should have a network in place for those Assistants because we can benefit […].
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Tips From T. Marie
JULY 18, 2019
WordPress requires a theme in order to customize the design of your website. In most cases, to get the level of customization you desire it will require a premium WordPress theme, which requires the purchase of a license. As someone who not only creates WordPress Websites but often provides maintenance on sites created by others, one of the biggest issues my clients and I run into is a premium WordPress theme that isn’t licensed to the client.
Small Business CEO
JULY 13, 2019
Every business out there has to find a way to retain current, but also attract new customers. Offering a quality product or service is what matters the most, but what good will it do if no one knows about it? Hence, having a well-defined strategy that will get you new customers, but also keep the ones you have satisfied, needs to be one of your top priorities.
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 19, 2019
This week’s Technology of the Week: Sales Navigator for Gmail What is Sales Navigator Sales Navigator for Gmail is a Chrome extension that shows you everything about your contacts (social links, contact info, etc.) inside your inbox. This is an amazing tool when communicating with someone that you do not know or when you need to […].
Small Business Labs
JULY 16, 2019
One of the clear findings from the MBO Partners State of Independence study series is that, on average, independent workers (freelancers, independent contractors, the self-employed, etc.) and those with traditional jobs have different risk profiles. Simply put, independent workers are more comfortable with the risks associated with being independent than traditional job holder are.
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.
Tips From T. Marie
JULY 17, 2019
In an earlier post , I recommended that when building your business website with WordPress that you opt for a premium theme over a free theme. Does that mean that any WordPress theme that you pay for is going to be a great choice for your website? Absolutely not. So what is a premium WordPress Theme and what you should look for when choosing one?
Small Business CEO
JULY 17, 2019
Some people don’t prefer to hire a plumber because they feel they can fix the problem. However, this decision is very risky because plumbing is a very complex process. Hiring a professional plumber to fix your problems has plenty of benefits. Major problems in the house, such as low water pressure in the house, frozen pipes, extensive water line damage, etc. call for a professional plumber assistance.
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 18, 2019
As I’ve developed as a business owner, I’ve come to realise how vital self-discipline is for success. I work from home, and I set my hours, which, as you can imagine, can lead to a lot of procrastination and a lot of time wasting. I also can spend way too much time working, when I […].
Productivityist
JULY 17, 2019
On this episode I spent time with Kris McPeak. Kris is the author of “Elevate Your 8: 21 Days to Prosperous Time Management” and the CEO of SilverPeak Development, an online career coaching community. During the day she also works at the foundation of a community college. Kris loves swimming, knitting, binge-watching TV, and learning new things.
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INSIGHTS: The Guthrie-Jensen Blog
JULY 15, 2019
Managing relationships at work is the best starting point toward building an efficient workplace as it directly influences an employee’s mood and motivation.
Small Business CEO
JULY 19, 2019
If you want to become a successful Instagram influencer, you should know that it takes a lot of hard work. You need to know a little marketing knowledge and finesse if you want to create a huge Instagram following. There are many reasons why people visit Instagram. photo credit: @angelinadanilova. The most important reason is because they want to connect with their favorite brands and discover new trends.
Small Business CEO
JULY 17, 2019
Natural disasters are an unavoidable reality of life on Earth, but it is only in recent decades that the likelihood of catastrophic events taking place has been considered as part of the design and construction of buildings. With that in mind, here are just a few of the most impressive technologies and feats of engineering that have been deployed to make modern structures safer, more stable and less likely to suffer serious damage in a range of disastrous scenarios.
Small Business CEO
JULY 15, 2019
The best digital marketing strategies take companies to new heights. Since consumers spend a lot of their time online, successful companies reach them through various online platforms. From social media updates to website optimization, digital marketing is essential to business success. As a business owner trying to grow your brand, you need to upgrade your digital marketing strategy if you want to achieve your goals.
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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.
Small Business CEO
JULY 13, 2019
All business owners aim for growth – after all, who doesn’t want their company to thrive? But while rapid growth is exciting, it’s often tricky to manage. A lot of the time, many of us don’t know what to do with the extra money we’re taking in. To sustain this boom, it’s vital to invest leftover profit wisely. To deal effectively with fast growth, why not follow our top business tips?
Small Business CEO
JULY 16, 2019
The major players in the website building industry offer great speed, performance and uptime. Making a decision on which one fits your personal needs can be hard without doing some research. Find out more info about website builders and their specific strengths. For a rundown of some popular choices, check out the four companies below. 1. Squarespace.
Small Business CEO
JULY 15, 2019
Food waste is one of the most relevant issues in the global debate about the future of our planet. It’s generally accepted that an improvement of world population’s quality of life passes necessarily through a more scientific approach to the recovery of natural resources. And all the products – both fresh or processed ones – destined for food consumption purposes are definitely part of this area of interest.
Small Business CEO
JULY 17, 2019
Human resource management is an essential function for any business. They are the ones who find, train and support the team that keeps the business running. Yet it is a function that many businesses choose to outsource. They may outsource everything from recruitment of hard to find experts to everything in the HR department from hiring to payroll to regulatory compliance.
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Small Business CEO
JULY 16, 2019
Buying commercial vehicles is not an easy task. You need to keep a set of things in mind when you do it. However, we’ve tried to make this work a lot easier for you. All you need to do is keep the following tips in mind when you go ahead with the intention of purchasing a commercial vehicle. Once you have this in order, you’re covered! 1. Look Out for Your Options.
Small Business CEO
JULY 18, 2019
If you have started an online business and are wondering how to incorporate in the United States in order to take advantage of a number of benefits, then this article – written in a collaboration with Ivy Answer – is for you. Read on. Why Incorporate your Online Business? Incorporation makes sense from a business standpoint for most online business owners, but if you are looking specifically to save money on taxes, receive better legal protection, and even better reach your market, t
Small Business CEO
JULY 16, 2019
Holding events regularly is a great marketing and networking strategy every business owner should consider. Through events , you can attract new customers or clients and boost the loyalty of the existing ones. Additionally, by holding an event you get an opportunity to learn from others, meet mentors and even investors or partners. However, this is only possible when you plan your event well.
Small Business CEO
JULY 19, 2019
If you are a new, startup business or an existing business that’s looking to move or expand to Australia, you might be wondering what your best option is when it comes to finding office space. Serviced offices have popped up all over Australia, offering an exceptional opportunity for businesses of all scopes and sizes looking to get a workspace that works for them.
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!
Small Business CEO
JULY 18, 2019
If you are a New Zealander and you are considering a loan of any description, there are a number of things that you must consider. A loan is a commitment and any commitment over a time period must be considered carefully. Reason for Purchase. The first consideration should be around the purpose of your loan. What do you want your loan for? Is this purchase important to you, is the loan for an essential purchase or is it for a necessary service and therefore something that you can’t do without or
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