Practically Perfect PA
MAY 18, 2023
How to improve your Assistant salary As an Executive, Personal, or Administrative Assistant, you significantly impact the operations of your orgainsation every day. You are expected to maintain multiple schedules and keep track of tasks that need attention, all while efficiently managing projects and handling unexpected [.
Office Dynamics
MAY 16, 2023
Learn how to cultivate leadership skills beyond your job title. Our blog guides you to embrace your administrative role and inspire others.
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My EA Career
MAY 13, 2023
Introduction: As an executive assistant, your to-do list is likely constantly expanding, filled with urgent requests and a myriad of administrative tasks. It can be challenging to find time for strategic initiatives and prioritize effectively amidst the chaos. That’s where the concept of a ‘Ta-Dah List’ comes in. In this blog post, we will explore the value of incorporating a Ta-Dah List into your routine as an executive assistant and how it can positively impact your mindset a
C-Suite Assistants
MAY 15, 2023
Hiring an EA for a start-up is an important decision. The start-up environment is different from the culture at a larger, more established company. So how do you determine the responsibilities and hire the right person for this critical Executive Assistant role for the CEO or C-Suite of a start-up? How Do You Begin When You Are Ready to Hire an EA for Your Start-Up?
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.
Workplace Insight
MAY 17, 2023
Despite all of the recent debate around the rapidly increasing abilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new poll from ID Crypt Global , suggests that more than 80 percent of people have no concern that the technology is going to replace them in the workplace. Thanks to the recent rise of Chat GPT and other rival chatbots, the debate around AI has heated up with people all over the world debating both the good and bad of allowing autonomous technology into our lives, homes, and workplaces.
Practically Perfect PA
MAY 16, 2023
Mastering assertiveness as an Assistant As an Assistant, it can be difficult to assert yourself in a professional setting. After all, as a dedicated employee supporting senior Executives and business owners, dealing with demanding personalities is just part of the job description. Delivering messages that may [.
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Allwork
MAY 18, 2023
When we design spaces that draw people in — that give them what they want and need from a workspace — we make people the amenity that unites workplace and company culture. In alternate workspaces, organizations will need to be more intentional about creating connections and encouraging social interaction. By approaching the workplace with the understanding that people have changed, employees’ expectations can be met, and designers can continue to help clients get the most out of their budgets t
Productivityist
MAY 17, 2023
In this episode, I’m joined by special guest Megan Hyatt Miller, co-author of “Mind Your Mindset: The Science that Shows Success Starts with Your Thinking.” Megan is the President and CEO of Full Focus and co-host of the popular Business Accelerator podcast. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, Megan shares her insights on how to improve our relationship with time, cultivate productivity, and achieve balance in our lives.
Workplace Insight
MAY 15, 2023
Low paid workers have the least flexible working, and the gap between the number of flexible workers on the lowest and highest salaries has increased in the last year, according to figures from the Flex for Life 2023 report from advocacy group Flexibility Works. Just half (51 percent) of workers surveyed for the report earning less than £20,000 a year work flexibly, compared with eight in ten (80 percent) workers earning more than £50,000.
Success
MAY 18, 2023
Many of us may be grappling with being truly authentic. Think how you supply a benign “I’m good” when someone inquires how you are, perhaps wanting to save face despite multiple stresses to the contrary. Or the classic dressing room dilemma: someone asking how they look in this and you struggling between a lie and the answer that is less than flattering.
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
MAY 19, 2023
What’s going on: In a recent company-wide meeting, Meta hinted at another round of layoffs, unveiling an impending wave of workforce changes. The decision was revealed in leaked documents obtained by Vox, according to FirstPost. Sources report the tech giant plans to lay off an additional 6,000 workers next week, marking another significant wave of layoffs this year.
Tips From T. Marie
MAY 19, 2023
In my last post, we talked about 5 profitable home business ideas. Each idea listed a few tips for starting that type of business. Did you notice that almost all of them had one specific tip at the top of the list? Identifying your niche. That’s because finding your niche is the first step to success. A niche is a specific area of expertise or interest that sets you apart from the competition.
Workplace Insight
MAY 18, 2023
European businesses continue to miss out on the full potential of hybrid working, according to a new survey from Ricoh Europe. The research, conducted by Opinium and analysed by CEBR, polled 6,000 workers and 1,500 decision makers across Europe. Business leaders say that workers are, on average, 4 percent more productive in a hybrid culture, equivalent to an additional €113 billion to the European economy compared with pre-pandemic ways of working.
Success
MAY 19, 2023
You just started a new job and it’s not going very well. You’re overwhelmed and you’re not sure the job is a good fit for you. Or your team has worked for months on a new project. You’ve just encountered a major obstacle, and now completing the project will be a lot more expensive and take much longer than you initially planned on. Or maybe you’ve been at your job for several years and you’re getting restless.
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Allwork
MAY 18, 2023
What’s happening? Romania is increasingly becoming a preferred destination for digital nomads and remote workers due to its affordability, cultural richness, and favorable conditions for workations. The Workation Index published by HomeToGo has listed four Romanian cities as ideal destinations based on their coworking spaces, internet speed, cultural attractions, daylight hours, and accommodation prices.
Worxbee
MAY 18, 2023
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the rise of virtual teams has become the norm. As a savvy and forward-thinking business owner, it is crucial to equip yourself with the top virtual leadership skills necessary to successfully manage teams from a distance. While the fundamentals of effective management remain unchanged, virtual managers must possess a distinct set of skills to ensure productivity, motivation, and engagement within their teams.
Workplace Insight
MAY 17, 2023
A new poll from The Adaptavist Group claims that three-quarters of UK office workers now say they experience workplace anxiety, with a little over one-quarter saying it happens often to almost all the time. This is a significant shift from just nine months ago when only 38 percent of respondents in Adaptavist’s Reinventing Work study said they suffered from anxiety upon returning to work.
Success
MAY 16, 2023
Attention and focus are important skills in today’s fast-paced world. Unfortunately, many people struggle with what is known as “monkey brain” or “monkey mind”—a term that refers to the constant jumping of thoughts from one thing to another. And the plethora of potential distractions in our world today don’t exactly help the cause.
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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
MAY 19, 2023
What’s going on: An analysis of over six million urine tests conducted by Quest Diagnostics , the largest network of diagnostic labs globally, revealed that more than one in 25 workers tested positive for cannabis during routine drug screenings, according to Daily Mail. Daily Mail reported that rates of marijuana use have experienced a significant 54% increase across industries over the past five years.
Jennie Lyon
MAY 16, 2023
Over the past 22 years, we’ve worked with thousands of small business owners, helping them craft the perfect free offer! And while having a fantastic free offer is the first step in capturing and converting leads, it’s only one small piece of the puzzle. Lead conversion isn’t just about getting eyes on your website; it’s… The post 3 Steps To Capturing And Converting Leads + Free Downloads appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing Services Inc.
Workplace Insight
MAY 19, 2023
IPSE (the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed) has welcomed new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showing year-on-year growth in self-employment. There are 154,000 more self-employed than this time last year. In total, there are now 4.4 million operating in the UK. The data also revealed a significant rise in the number of women choosing to work for themselves, with an additional 93,000 self-employed women compared to the same time last year.
Success
MAY 19, 2023
Whether an expecting or experienced mother, there is always more to learn and be inspired by. These 10 books for working moms provide encouragement, advice and brutal honesty for the women trying to extract the core pleasures of this dual role without the unattainable ideals. These books are also for the working moms who just want to maintain their sanity.
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.
Allwork
MAY 17, 2023
What’s going on: New survey data published by Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. reveals that just 1.6% of job seekers relocated for a new position in the first quarter of 2023. This was down from 3.7% in the final quarter of 2022 and 4.6% in the first quarter of 2022. The data reveals that this is the lowest level on record. Challenger, Gray & Christmas conducts a quarterly survey, and it utilized data from over 3,000 job seekers across the U.S.
C-Suite Assistants
MAY 15, 2023
Hiring an EA for a start-up is an important decision. The start-up environment is different from the culture at a larger, more established company. So how do you determine the responsibilities and hire the right person for this critical Executive Assistant role for the CEO or C-Suite of a start-up? How Do You Begin When You Are Ready to Hire an EA for Your Start-Up?
Workplace Insight
MAY 19, 2023
We are prone to borrow nuanced words from other languages to express ideas that otherwise need some explaining in English. This includes the way we talk about work, and especially the way we talk about wellbeing and happiness. Perhaps most famously, there was a lot of talk about hygge a couple of years ago. A straight dictionary translation of hygge would be something like cosiness, but the word also embodies an emotion and an approach to life that embraces a certain degree of slowness and an
Success
MAY 19, 2023
A journal is a simple yet powerful thing. Regularly reflecting on paper can bring clarity and insight into our own minds and lives. Research has shown that writing and journaling can improve cognitive function and reduce stress and anxiety. Shari Leid, author of The Friendship Series , experienced its powers firsthand when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017.
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
MAY 19, 2023
Forced office attendance can lead to a mentorship imbalance. Rather than compelling everyone to return to the office in the hope of spontaneous mentorship, the need of the hour is a hybrid mentorship program that amalgamates in-person and virtual mentorship elements. In a world where remote and hybrid work models have become standard, it’s time to adapt and introduce hybrid mentorship programs that meet the needs of both senior and junior staff.
Allwork
MAY 19, 2023
What’s going on: Apple has joined a growing number of companies that are restricting the use of ChatGPT. The tech company has imposed restrictions on its employees’ use of ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) tools, according to The Daily Beast. This decision comes as a response to concerns about potential leaks of sensitive information and aims to enhance data security within the organization, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Allwork
MAY 19, 2023
What’s Happening? The 14th Annual Employer-Sponsored Health & Well-Being Survey, fielded by Fidelity Investments and Business Group on Health, reports that employers are increasingly recognizing the importance of workforce well-being. Regardless of economic pressures, employers are maintaining or increasing their investment in well-being programs due to the physical and mental strain the pandemic has had on their employees.
Success
MAY 17, 2023
When Hap Cameron turned 30 on 11/11/11, he had just summited Mount Kilimanjaro and was watching the sun rise from Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point—a poignant feat that was the symbolic cherry on top of a layered life goal of working and living on every continent by the time he was 30. Since Africa was the final continent on his list, the photo captured a scenic closure.
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