Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Purpose and a Paycheck is a new book from Chris Farrell, a leading expert on retirement and workforce issues facing people over the age of 50.  The book covers the "new retirement" This is the growing trend towards older workers delaying retirement and continuing to work, either in traditional jobs or by starting their own businesses. Regular readers know this is a topic we cover often ( see our Baby Boomer section ).  In fact, back in 2013 we wrote: We've written 

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Today, I thought I’d take a little different spin and share with you an excerpt from a chapter in my newest book for assistants, Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed. In my early days as a secretary I didn’t know how to teach my executives how to work with me or what I needed. However, at 26, thanks to an awesome executive, I learned how a strategic partnership should work and I taught every executive after that how to work with me.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Although most organisations are still using Microsoft products to run the business, there are other alternatives on the market that are becoming more popular with small to medium-sized companies. That being said, Microsoft isn’t going anywhere but it might be worth looking at and familiarising yourself with a few alternatives in case you ever get a […].

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Job Advice Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

In the last year JTL Services, Inc. has seen an uptick in the number of our manufacturing clients searching for highly qualified Commodity Managers. The combination of tariff issues and […] The post Commodity Managers appeared first on JTL Services Inc.

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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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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

It's been an interesting couple of weeks in the food delivery industry.  Controversy swirled around grocery delivery company Instacart and their policy on tipping, witch many called wage theft. While this led to Instacart changing their policy, other food delivery companies so far are continuing with their tipping practices despite complaints by both drivers and customers.  The furor over tipping overshadowed a lot of news showing that the food delivery industry continues to boom

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Hello Office Dynamics friends and family! Ernan here and I’m very excited to share with you a little interview I had with Joan Burge. Year after year we host the Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence here in Las Vegas and each year about half of the attendees are new, not just to our Conference but to the city of Las Vegas. This got us thinking, if you are new to Las Vegas and you are here for a conference, it can be extremely overwhelming trying to figure out what you should visit and

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Job Advice Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

In the last year JTL Services, Inc. has seen an uptick in the number of our manufacturing clients searching for highly qualified Commodity Managers. The combination of tariff issues and […]. The post Commodity Managers appeared first on JTL Services Inc.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Whenever I go on an interview, I set up a mock interview with a friend and we go over questions that might come up. Whether they are the exact questions doesn't matter. It is the time spent practicing for the interview that helps. You want to get over those initial jitters and not knowing what to say in the mock interview. Do this a few times and you will be more confident when you actually go for the interview.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

The word Empower is not only the theme of the 26 th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence it is used in a variety of situations and conversations. It is also an excellent mantra keyword and topic for personal and professional mission statements. There are several ways to feel empowered and encourage empowerment in others. During conversations, I have had the privilege to have with Joan Burge she has always encouraged the true meaning of empowerment for all, especially those in the admi

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

I can’t quite believe I am writing about our 5th conference! I have to pinch myself sometimes that we have come this far because when I started the blog back in 2011, I didn’t think eight years later I’d be welcoming over 125 Assistants in London and over 300 online to the Future Assistant Conference. […].

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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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Productivityist

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

One thing that always comes to mind during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day is the idea of doing more vs. doing better. It’s at that time of year that I have the opportunity to really look at what I’ve done over the past several months and what I look to do in the months ahead. There’s a tranquility over those seven days that is hard to find at any other time of the calendar year.

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

As the war for talent gets more brutal companies are making large investments in technology to gain a competitive advantage. Randstad alone spent $393 Million on IT last year! Here’s A List Of The Top 5 Challenges & Trends We Expect In 2019: 1. Employee Engagement Employee engagement has become […] Source.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Welcome to Ask an Admin! This is where any administrative assistant or executive assistant can submit any question they have and your peers can weigh in on the conversation with their advice. There is more than one way to approach a situation or problem so we would love to hear your input! This week Karen asks: I would like to ask a question to other admins about their ways of preparing for their days out of the office.

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Brilliantly Better

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Being a digital nomad comes at a cost. And no, I’m not talking about a theoretical, psychological cost, but about a very earthy one: a financial cost. In order to move freely from one place to another, to function in… The post 3 Digital Nomad Friendly Debit Cards Compared: Revolut, TransferWise And Wirex appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Going into debt for your business can be very intimidating, especially if you are not sure if you should. Here are six good reasons to consider getting small business loans. 1. To buy needed equipment. A loan will enable you to buy the equipment and machinery that you need to create products or provide services to your customers, or to replace or upgrade the ones that don’t work well anymore.

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Jen Lawrence

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Have you ever heard someone say, “I’m a pro at multitasking!”? Maybe you’ve said it yourself. I have bad news. Multitaskers may not be as productive and tuned-in as they think they are. Studies have shown time and time again that not only is multitasking less efficient, but it may actually be impossible. Don’t believe me?

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Brilliantly Better

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Financial discipline is the most underrated, ignored and, at the same time, extremely useful trait that one can develop. Because, you see, there is a big tension on both these words: “financial” and “discipline” One one side, when it comes… The post 10 Simple Habits That Will Greatly Improve Your Financial Discipline appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Are you going to visit Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in a business trip anytime soon ? Then you’ll going to love reading this article. We’re going to cover things to do – other than business – that you can enjoy during your ‘off-business-hours’ time in this magnificent city. Not only one of the most important business and financial centers in South East Asian region, but did you know that Kuala Lumpur also happens to be a popular travel destination for tourists from

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Social media has taken over our lives. Not only do we spend a whopping 116 minutes per day using social media , but these platforms have become the go-to place for companies to reach new customers and engage their current ones. This is why any company interested in growing their brand is going to be equally as interested in cultivating a strong social media presence.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Given the size of your company, you probably outsource the support functions that fall outside your area of expertise, which is running your small business. And unless you’re running an IT business, you should probably be outsourcing IT support along with other specialized functions like HR, payroll, and legal. I’ve found that the IT needs of small businesses fall into four categories.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

In Project Management Agile Scrum practices for cross-functional tools have become catch-lines today. When becoming an Agile Certified Scrum professional doesn’t need a technical degree, and many Agile practitioners are in-house assets, the certification can empower you, your resume and your career in Scrum Agile suites. Here is some room for thought about the certifications.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

From the time you wake up to take a look at the market’s performance overnight to the time you check how the market is set to open the next day before going to bed, technology plays a critical role. There’s no doubt that technology has ushered in significant advancements in the way we do things. These advancements have significantly been evident in the way traders trade.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

With almost everything porting to the online space today, one will be left wondering what is not accessible online. At the current pace of technology, you can even take online courses today. This is especially beneficial for those that don’t have the time to travel to and from schools. You can take online courses in places like e-Careers, where numerous courses are offered such as an online bookkeeping course.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

What’s the worst thing about trying to find an apartment to rent? Most people would say finding an apartment to rent that you like and that’s affordable. Finding an apartment to rent can be a part-time job in itself, so it’s understandable why many people would go online to try to find one. Because of that, apartment rental websites and apps have become increasingly more popular over the past few years.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

If you have incorporated SEO in your digital marketing efforts, you need to have a plan for it. Experts often advise that your SEO plan should be measurable. It makes all the sense in the world. This is because it is the only way that you will be able to know whether or not your SEO strategy is working. With that, you will be able to determine the plans that need revision and the strategy that you need to do away with.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Regardless of where your building is located in Melbourne, you never know where a criminal might strike next. Burglars often target commercial properties because they know there are plenty of expensive items of equipment to be found inside. How much would it cost your company if you need to replace all your computers, laptops, printers, fax machines and desks?

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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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Jen Lawrence

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Have you ever heard someone say, “I’m a pro at multitasking!”? Maybe you’ve said it yourself. I have bad news. Multitaskers may not be as productive and tuned-in as they think they are. Studies have shown time and time again that not only is multitasking less efficient, but it may actually be impossible. Don’t believe me?

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Brilliantly Better

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Living off the grid, traveling often and working from coffee shops, all of these are – theoretically – enjoyable things, but, as any activity, they have various degrees of efficiency. For instance, you may travel often, but you may not… The post A Digital Nomad Toolkit appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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