Practically Perfect PA
MARCH 16, 2018
It would seem that most businesses these days have a blog on their website and it is becoming a key skill for office workers to have. It makes sense, blogs are an effective way to get messages, content and news out to customers. It is a great way of marketing the products and services to […].
Office Dynamics
MARCH 14, 2018
Like most working mothers, I just never seemed to have enough time with my two children. Trying to balance work, with raising a family, keeping up with laundry, shopping, cleaning, cooking (the list is endless) was always a challenge. As with all working mothers, my biggest concern was for my children. I knew that the time with them had to be quality time well spent.
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Small Business Labs
MARCH 15, 2018
The Barron's Penta article The Next Wave in Flight: Flying Vehicles You Can Summon With Your Phone covers eVTOLs, which are electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles. As the article points out, electric flying vehicles have a number of major advantages over traditional helicopters. They're substantially quieter, need much less maintenance and are easier and safer to fly.
Productivityist
MARCH 12, 2018
Administrative tasks are the bane of my existence. I classify administrative tasks as those that require more of “maintenance mindset” than anything else. While these tasks don’t move me forward in leaps or bounds, not doing them can hinder progress on other tasks that lead to greater gains. Ever since I started theming my days I’ve set aside one day of the week to focus on administrative tasks.
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
MARCH 15, 2018
Fellowes is giving away £100 worth of Bankers Boxes. Sick and tired of working in a messy office? Fed up of trawling through piles of old paperwork? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Did you know the average office worker in the UK spends around seven days a year looking for work documents? That’s one million […].
Office Dynamics
MARCH 16, 2018
What are your tips on the best way an assistant can overcome their problem saying no. “I have a real problem saying no at work. How do assert myself when I can’t take on any more?” This is one question I frequently here from administrative and executive assistants. I’m sure you many of you have encountered this, so I’d like your advice.
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Productivityist
MARCH 14, 2018
This episode of The Productivityist Podcast is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people like runners, cyclist, weightlifters and vegetarians get lower rates on their life insurance. Go to healthiq.com/vardy to support the show and see if you qualify. Today’s guest is Marli Williams. Marli is a speaker, activation coach, purpose finder and inspiration generator.
Practically Perfect PA
MARCH 13, 2018
Drum roll please… Today I am letting you all know that you can now book your place on this summer’s Practically Perfect PA Virtual Summit! Hurrah!! High fives all round. Following the success of last year’s first Virtual Summit (and by that I mean the first ever Virtual Summit for Assistants around the world) we […].
Small Business CEO
MARCH 14, 2018
Whichever side of the fence we fall, it might well be the case the grass always looks a little greener across the way. So, whether we’re on the path to entrepreneurship or are enjoying the security of being an employee it’s good to try and keep the pros and cons of both in mind. Whilst entrepreneurs can enjoy plenty of opportunities for growth across various aspects of their professional careers, it’s important to remember that there are also a number of advantages associated with being someone
Small Business Labs
MARCH 13, 2018
NPR's recent Marketplace-Edison Research poll data (below) shows that gig workers "report significantly higher economic anxiety than regular full-time workers." Regular readers will not be surprised by this. We've long reported on what we call the "yin and yang" of independent work. The yin and yang is most independents like the freedom, control and autonomy being independent provides.
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.
Three Shots Ahead
MARCH 13, 2018
Hello, I’m Sarah Richards. I have extensive experience working in both the Fashion Retail Industry (Junior Buyer & EA) and Media Industry (EA). I am currently self-employed as freelance EA and Research Assistant working for a Media Chairman and a well.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 14, 2018
As small business CEOs, we have to allocate our time and budgets very carefully. Many executives try to cut costs too much. As a result, the small business lacks the infrastructure to support processes that would unlock growth. Needless to say, small businesses should continuously invest in a sound IT strategy. However, if you are still unsure of when to get started, here are warning signs that you should start implementing business software right away.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 10, 2018
If you’re working inside the framework of a small business, there are a lot of details that you have to understand as you move forward. And two significant categories that surround lots of these details include taxes and financial regulations. The information surrounding these topics isn’t necessarily complicated, but it is specific and integral.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 15, 2018
Without a proper plan in place including a strategic budget for employee training, organisations can’t keep pace with the competition and the constant need for transformation; their strategies will falter and their profits will vanish. Here are some reasons why investing in your staff is a great idea: Help Employees Work More Efficiently. Think of it this way, training people is akin to continually upgrading the most valuable component of any company.
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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
MARCH 13, 2018
Good night sleep is necessary to boost the creativity and get the best out of the person. When a person does not have sufficient rest, then there is almost zero probability that the individual will work up to their real potential. One of the biggest reasons, apart from any health condition, why people are not able to get sufficient sleep is the poor selection of the mattress.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 12, 2018
Whenever anyone tries to start a small business, it’s an uphill battle. But particularly when it comes to trying to start up a restaurant or café, there is even more competition that you have to work against. That’s why it’s important to gather and follow as much small-business advice as you can. Specifically when it comes to cafés, restaurants, or eateries, be sure that as a small business owner you buy good cookware and dishes, work to establish a theme, make your food purcha
Small Business CEO
MARCH 16, 2018
Have you put off building your personal website for way too long? Or do you have a half-dormant, sort-of website that you’d prefer no one you know lay eyes on? Either way, the task before you — turning your website into something to which you proudly direct colleagues, prospective employers, and/or potential clients — is more manageable than you might think.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 12, 2018
Going to dental school and opening your own practice are two, huge goals that are now in your rearview mirror. However, the patients don’t seem to be flowing in as you believed they would at this point. Today’s dental field is an extremely competitive one. You must compete for patients through the virtual world or Internet. A website may be your next goal, but you’re unsure of its importance.
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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
MARCH 13, 2018
When we as business owners think about “automation,” our minds are oftentimes flooded with images of robots, complicated algorithms and concepts that simply go over our heads. The reality? Automation is, was and will continue to dominate the realms of businesses and marketing as we know it. There’s a good chance you’re already using automation for your business already; meanwhile, the degree to which new algorithms and technologies are emerging is staggering.
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