C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 10, 2024

A business executive is a master juggler. However, ambitious professionals may take on too much in their professional and private lives, resulting in chaos. Can you handle business finances, keep up with industry changes, manage employees, and find a satisfying work-life balance while overseeing personal matters? It’s not possible! Or at least, it’s tough to grow your business, increase profits, and build an excellent reputation while bogged down with trying to manage your home life and work res

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OCTOBER 6, 2024

Email overload, exacerbated by constant connectivity and decision-making fatigue, can cause workplace stress, cognitive fatigue, diminished productivity, and even burnout. To conquer email overload and boost productivity, follow a ten-point plan that includes assessing and organizing your inbox. Employers should encourage a healthy communication culture by promoting email mindfulness, implementing Right to Disconnect policies, and recommending regular digital detoxes among staff.

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OCTOBER 6, 2024

Zoe Hill has 16 years of experience as an executive assistant and is the founder of Premier Admin Services. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Zoe shares tips on managing a team of assistants, working with small businesses as a hybrid assistant, and the differences between the executive assistant and chief of staff roles. LEADERSHIP QUOTE Always expect the unexpected.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Following our recent attempts to create a rudimentary playlist of songs that tell us something, or perhaps nothing, about office design, office life and office furniture, here’s another look at how the parochial world of the workplace can brush up against popular culture. It does this unnoticed for most people, I suppose, but not for those of us bound up in this world.

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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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OCTOBER 10, 2024

Mental health issues have escalated in the workforce, particularly affecting women, who are experiencing significant stress, burnout, and anxiety. According to Jennifer Birdsall, clinical psychologist and clinical director at ComPsych, this trend has intensified since the pandemic, leading to a striking rise in mental health-related leaves. Recent data from ComPsych shows that in the first quarter of 2024, 11% of all employee leaves were for mental health reasons, up 22% from the previous year.

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Success

OCTOBER 8, 2024

If you’re like most of us, you dread annual performance reviews. You feel like the entire process is out of your control—and, of course, no one likes to be criticized. However, with careful planning and strategizing, your annual performance review can be an excellent opportunity to improve your job satisfaction and learn what you need to do in order to be promoted.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The British Council for Offices (BCO) has announced what it says are the UK’s most exceptional workplaces this year, with eight projects receiving accolades at its National Awards. The TTP Campus, a life sciences facility in Cambridgeshire, was the standout winner, claiming both the Best of the Best and Corporate Workplace awards. The awards, held at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London, celebrate excellence in office design, operation, sustainability, and community engagement.

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OCTOBER 11, 2024

Blending work with Netflix (or any other similar activity) could be dulling your pleasure and draining your focus. The brain’s reward system struggles when you multitask, making each task less enjoyable. Single-tasking can boost both productivity and relaxation. Multitasking feels like the only way to survive nowadays. You might find yourself typing emails while a Netflix series plays in the background, or maybe you’re half-watching a movie while drafting a work proposal.

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Success

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A friend in the throes of a terrible breakup texted me a link from the Mayo Clinic. The topic? Borderline personality disorder. “He had all the signs,” she wrote, referring to her ex. “That’s why it was so hard to be in a relationship with him.” According to Mayo, people with borderline experience unstable, intense relationships and have a significant fear of abandonment.

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OCTOBER 11, 2024

Last week, we referred to receiving emails exhorting us to sign up for an online medical platform, but didn’t name it. Now we will, because it’s part of an ongoing lawsuit regarding medical privacy, social media and smartphones, of course. It’s MyChart. MyChart and a New York hospital system are now embroiled in litigation in New York. Plaintiffs’ allegations: The hospital system, through internet tracking technologies (aka MyChart), improperly disclosed their private health information to Faceb

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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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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Millions of workers aged 57 and over in the UK are being overlooked for job opportunities, as employers increasingly consider this age ‘too old’ to hire, according to a new poll. The survey, conducted by Totaljobs , claims that a third of people over 50 worry they will struggle to find work due to age discrimination, with one in seven reporting being rejected for jobs because of their age.

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OCTOBER 7, 2024

Future workplace wellness programs should integrate physical, mental, emotional, and social health to support the comprehensive well-being of employees, moving beyond superficial perks. Companies investing in holistic wellness programs see an average return on investment of $3.27 for every $1 spent due to reduced healthcare costs and increased productivity.

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Success

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Many people try to disconnect from work while on vacation, but cutting the cord completely isn’t easy. A 2023 survey from online learning platform ELVTR found that 68% of respondents said they worked while on vacation. And just breaking away from your desk usually isn’t enough to break free from the demands and distractions of work, says therapist Maria Rheba Estante.

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In this episode of A Productive Conversation , I’m joined by Srini Rao , host of The Unmistakable Creative podcast. Srini has always been at the forefront of blending creativity with productivity, and our discussion today takes an even deeper dive into these themes. We reflect on how the creative process has evolved since we last spoke, touching on the integration of AI and the future of content creation.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As AI continues to advance, navigating the balance between regulation and innovation will have a huge impact on how successful the technology can be. The EU AI Act came into force this summer, which is a move in the right direction towards classifying AI risk. At the same time, the Labour government has set out its intention to focus on the role of technology and innovation as key drivers for the UK economy.

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

Gen Z values in-person interactions for mentorship, collaboration, and team bonding, having missed out on these experiences during remote learning periods in their formative years. Concerns over proximity bias and career progression push Gen Z towards preferring office work, especially for those seeking visibility and opportunities. A mixed approach accommodating both remote and in-person work is essential to leverage the advantages of each, reflecting Gen Z’s nuanced preferences for work

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Success

OCTOBER 8, 2024

I’ve been there. I applied for the job, nailed the interview and aced the written test that followed. After carefully crafting a thank-you note to the hiring manager, expressing my gratitude for their time and consideration, I felt confident that I had made a good impression. Then came the waiting game. Did I get the job or not? I knew not to expect anything on Day 1 or even Day 2.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Professional athletes lead hectic lives; sometimes, they could use a little help. A personal assistant can help make the life of an elite athlete much more manageable so that they can focus on their career and enjoy their private time. In addition to needing someone meticulous and detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills, athletes have unique requirements for PAs.

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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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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Details of the UK’s new Employment Rights Bill were released yesterday. The legislation represents what the government claims is a significant overhaul of workers’ rights, offering more protections and benefits and helping to promote practices like flexible working. Key elements of the bill include granting workers access to statutory sick pay and parental leave from the first day of employment, and introducing a ban on exploitative zero-hour contracts.

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OCTOBER 7, 2024

The flexibility provided by coworking locations is increased when members and staff have the freedom of movement provided by mobile apps. Mobile functionality enhances member satisfaction, expanding the ability to self-service and customize the coworking experience. A mobile app provides an additional set of comprehensive data points operators can use to improve member experience and streamline administration.

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Success

OCTOBER 7, 2024

When building a business, whether just beginning or a decade in, the key to success and longevity for many can be found in this analogy from Nick Martell and Jack Crivici-Kramer, entrepreneurs, founders and cohosts of the daily pop-biz news podcast The Best One Yet : “A business can try to be like a Swiss Army knife and can try to do everything, sell everything, be everything to everyone.

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Jennie Lyon

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Happy October, and more importantly, Happy Q4 to you online business owners! If you’re wondering why I’m celebrating, online businesses tend to see their best profits in the last three months of the year. Part of this is because of all the wonderful seasonal sales and gift-giving holidays, but I’d argue what’s more important is your strategy… The post Maximizing Q4 Profits as an Online Business Owner appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing and Virtual Assistant Services Inc.

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New vaccine mandates and testing policies will affect employers with more than 100 workers. Get Paycor’s free, customizable vaccination policy template to communicate critical details and new requirements to your employees. Get Paycor’s Template today!

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 10, 2024

After four years, The Great Workplace Conversation continues apace as we try to understand the threats and opportunities presented by the shift in the way we think about the way we work in the wake of the pandemic. Now you can help us to understand the forces at work in this shift by taking part in a short survey we have developed in partnership with our friends at the Workspace Design Show.

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OCTOBER 11, 2024

Spain has recently tightened its requirements for digital nomad visas, leading to frustrations among British expatriates who have relocated to the country. The changes mandate that entrepreneurs seeking these visas provide extensive documentation, including proof of full company ownership, client contracts, and stable income verification through tax returns.

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Success

OCTOBER 10, 2024

According to data from the Bureau of Labour Statistics , around 20% of small businesses will fail within their first year and 65% will fail by their 10th year. Starting and building a startup requires patience, consistency, money, courage, time and commitment. As one of the founders of Y Combinator (YC), a startup incubator, Paul Graham knows what it takes to start and build a successful startup.

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Karen Vivarelli

OCTOBER 8, 2024

This ChatGPT prompt just handled your email marketing for the rest of the year: Repurpose like a pro thanks to ChatGPT here’s how Take your captions, carousel posts, talking reels, podcast script, and turn them into long form content like emails or blogs. PROMPT to copy and paste into ChatGPT: “Using this [insert script, caption, carousel post, talking reel] I would like you to repurpose it into 3 separate emails following this structure: Hook, Story, Provide 1-3 pieces of value, Bridge and CT

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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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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Grosvenor and The Crown Estate have launched a new report that aims to shed light on the challenges faced by people with physical and hidden disabilities when accessing and working within buildings and public spaces across the UK. The joint report, Inclusive Spaces and Places: A collaborative approach to inclusive design , highlights the urgent need for inclusive design in the built environment, emphasising the barriers that prevent millions from fully engaging with public and commercial spaces

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OCTOBER 9, 2024

The coworking sector is increasingly focusing on community building to transform spaces into vibrant hubs catering to professional and social needs. Advanced technology is needed for managing leads, enabling e-commerce, automating operations, and improving the member experience. Despite the need for comprehensive technological solutions, operators are hesitant to adopt new systems due to perceived complexity and costs.

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Success

OCTOBER 10, 2024

After Hurricane Helene and with the landfall of Hurricane Milton, there’s no denying that the country’s telecommunications infrastructure is under strain. Traditional networks may be overloaded or knocked out entirely due to the cataclysm, making it difficult to carry out remote messaging. Fortunately, satellite messaging offers a vital alternative, allowing people to send out distress signals, updates and other important communications directly via the nearest satellite.

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In this latest episode of our monthly series, PM Talks, I sit down with my good friend Patrick Rhone to dive deep into the idea of finding the right pace in life and work. We explore how our relationship with time evolves as we age, and what it means to develop a sustainable cadence that suits our changing needs and values. Patrick and I discuss how wisdom often takes priority over productivity, and how embracing pacing can lead to a more fulfilling life.

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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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