Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 20, 2018
Today’s Day in the life: Sheri Meyer Executive Assistant iDrop. What are the main aspects of your role? The central aspect of my role is to ensure that all components of the business work well together, that also means that I have an idea of what everyone’s part of the business is. I support the five […].
Office Dynamics
AUGUST 23, 2018
This infographic is created from the Executives & Assistants Working In Partnership: The Definitive Guide To Success , by Joan Burge. To better understand the people side of the partnership equation, it’s helpful to first understand the stages of growth. Below is a slightly adapted excerpt from Joan’s Star Achievement Series® training.
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Small Business Labs
AUGUST 21, 2018
Last week Gallup released the results of their Gig Economy and Alternative Work Arrangements study. Gallup found that 36% of U.S. workers are gig workers. Key quote from their report: "Gallup estimates that 29% of all workers in the U.S. have an alternative work arrangement as their primary job. This includes a quarter of all full-time workers (24%) and half of all part-time workers (49%).
Eco-Office Gals
AUGUST 22, 2018
Printing is unavoidable in a variety of settings, from personal to academic and professional. But printing can also pose significant environmental costs, from the paper itself to the ink and energy. At a time when the environment is under siege from so many sources, it’s important to look for ways to reduce our ecological footprint. Here are some simple tips to make your daily printing more eco-friendly.
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
AUGUST 23, 2018
You made it through the interview process, wowed them with your skills and what you’ll be able to do for the company. Today is the day, your first day at the new job. You are excited, nervous, happy, and looking forward to your next adventure. You go in and meet all the employees and the […].
Office Dynamics
AUGUST 21, 2018
Two to Tango. You and the person you support make up a team, even if it’s a small team. There are three stages in a team relationship. The first is learning to work together. Within that stage, each person tries to understand the other person’s work habits, communication style, and attitude. It’s a getting-to-know-you stage. The second stage revolves around partnership development.
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Eco-Office Gals
AUGUST 21, 2018
There’s nothing worse than having to work in an office with an infestation of ants, roaches or other pests — well, other than walking into an office that reeks of chemical pest control. If your office gets infested, what can you do to get rid of them without chasing your employees or co-workers out of the office? Here are some eco-friendly pest control tips to help you do just that.
Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 24, 2018
Today’s Technology of the week: Box. Here are the details: What is Box? Box is a cloud-based system that allows users to store files, back-up and sync data and collaborate on documents in real time. What does Box do? Box is a freemium platform that works similarly to other cloud-based systems. It allows users to store […].
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 20, 2018
Whether you have recently started your small construction company or have been well-established for some time, health and safety should always be a top priority. Not only can overlooking health and safety bring about disastrous consequences for you and your team, it could also get you into a lot of legal trouble, including fines that will quickly take a large chunk out of your profits.
The Shrink for Entrepreneurs
AUGUST 24, 2018
Connect with the beneficiaries of your passion. The people whose lives your work transforms when you do it best. Your customers. They’ll remind you why it matters. Take a deliberate, outsized break. Absence makes the heart grow fonder and getting distance on something you’re stuck on tends to make the brain shaper. Sometimes stepping away – even when it feels like a failure – is exactly what we need to want to create again.
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.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 20, 2018
The startup industry is thriving today as the budding entrepreneurs have access to all kinds of nifty software and resources to convert their ideas into robust businesses. However, this also means that there is a lot of competition too, which is why branding has become more important than ever. Although more and more people are realizing the benefits of branding and taking it seriously, many are making huge mistakes due to the lack of knowledge and experience.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 22, 2018
Even in 2018, many businesses still retain the use of physical documents — otherwise known as paper — as a method of record keeping. There are numerous reasons why businesses still do this: it might be for ease of access, they believe it legally necessary or simply because they’ve been operating for decades and this is how they’ve always managed their files.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 22, 2018
Welcome to the world of trading! If you’re reading this article, it’s because you’ve recently decided to engage in trading and you’re in the market for a modern trading platform. Today, we’re discussing the MT4 trading platform from the perspective of a beginner trader. The MT4 trading platform was created by MetaQuotes Software about a decade ago and continues to be a primary choice for brokerages and individual traders alike.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 21, 2018
Amazon will always be the king of e-commerce, but that doesn’t mean there’s no hope for you in selling some awesome stuff. There are strategies that you can take to be a great competitor of Amazon. Keep in mind that you want to be optimistic and not someone who keeps saying “how will I ever succeed against Amazon?” When you are confident and willing to learn, then there’s nothing stopping you.
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Unlock your full potential with our comprehensive guide on productivity. This detailed resource explores the three fundamental pillars of effective task management: Todo List Mastery, Time Management, and Habit Optimization. Learn to capture and prioritize your tasks effectively, schedule them using proven strategies like the Pomodoro Technique, and maintain your productivity through consistent habit tracking.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 23, 2018
For the first time ever Harley-Davidson announced the development of a new electric motorcycle. This is something the famous firm has never done before. It’s one of the most radical pieces of news to come out of the struggling company in all of its 115 years of existence. Now the big question is, will riders embrace electric motorcycles? The Electric Motorcycle has been in Development for Years.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 21, 2018
Each and every business setting or company needs to enhance its operational efficiency in the best possible ways to survive in this progressively competitive world. And an organization or company not operating its operations effectively, will be out of the race ultimately. Every 24 hours offering you a golden chance to bring improvement in your business operations to beat the competitors and below are some practical tips for increasing operational efficiency of small business or company.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 22, 2018
In the modern business world, information is quickly becoming the most valuable currency. Thanks in part to the rise of electronic shopping, contemporary consumers are accustomed to researching just about every product before they make a purchase. Indeed, even B2C transactions have become more complex and nuanced in this digital age. As such, companies that can write quality content –– and promote it effectively –– have a distinct advantage over competitors that don’t.
Small Business CEO
AUGUST 22, 2018
One of the longest standing debates among IT professionals is whether Linux servers are better than Windows servers are. Windows supporters firmly stand with its familiarity and safety. Moreover, the more open-minded system admins would rather stick with Linux for its open source goodies. However, is one platform better than the competitor is, or is it just because some businesses have a preference of one over the other?
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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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