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A True Partnership: Olympia Dukakis and Bonnie Low-Kramen
Bonnie Low-Krayman
AUGUST 11, 2021
In 2004, I gave Olympia the final draft of my book “Be the Ultimate Assistant” to review and offered her free rein to take out anything she did not like. Olympia Dukakis & Personal Asst. Bonnie Low-Kramen on the set of “Over the Hill” in Australia, 1991.
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The Heart of the Matter: My Tribute to Olympia Dukakis
Bonnie Low-Krayman
MAY 5, 2021
In 2004, I gave her the final draft of my book, “Be the Ultimate Assistant.” By Bonnie Low-Kramen . Bons, hand me a pen, will ya?” She scribbled some words on a hotel napkin – “The heart of the matter.”
How a Payment Service Provider Can Help You Explore E-Commerce
Small Business CEO
APRIL 7, 2021
That’s an increase of about 24% over 2019, and it marks the largest number of new business applications submitted in a year dating back to 2004. Since March 2020, hundreds of thousands of businesses across the United States have closed permanently.
How to Enhance Your Squarespace Site
Small Business CEO
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
Ever since it was released back in January 2004, Squarespace has helped thousands of people and their websites thrive. This platform can also help you get your feet off the ground, but if this is your first time, you may not know how to design your website.
Why I think you need to get offline to find new clients
The Small Business Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2013
Granted, Linkedin was launched in 2003 and then Facebook in 2004, but I hadn’t heard of them. When I started freelancing ten years ago, I had to do my marketing the old fashioned way. I was too busy trudging my local neighbourhood with freshly designed flyers, pinning them in every library and appropriately placed shop… Read the full article here: Why I think you need to get offline to find new clients on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
The Booming Field of Public Relations
Small Business Labs
SEPTEMBER 10, 2014
As the Pew chart below shows, over the 10 year period from 2004 to 2013 the number of reporters fell by 17%. Interesting data from Pew Research's The Growing Pay Gap Between Journalism and Public Relations shows that the PR field is booming even while the total number of reporters in declining. Over the same time period, the number of PR professionals increased by 22%.
Economic Uncertainty and the Trend of Decline
Small Business Labs
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
In 2004 just 31% of Americans reported they accepted gay marriage. The New Strategist Press has an interesting list of the Top 10 Emerging Trends of the 2000s. But even more interesting is their summary of the 10 trends: "Most are stories of decline–which is a trend of significance in itself." " In fact, 7 of their 10 trends are about decline. These are: The Income Decline. The Wealth Decline. The Home Ownership Decline. The Marriage Decline.
Moxie Tip 162: Slow Waaaaaay Down
Virtual Moxie
MAY 1, 2012
That is, in all respects, the business version of the quickie Vegas wedding (a la Britney Spears—who needed an annulment just a bit more than two days after her wedding in 2004!). Slow waaaaaaaaay down in your interview process. Because one of the worst things you can have happen in your practice is to leap into a new relationship with a client, only to realize in fairly short order that you made a huge mistake and need to get out of the relationship.
Resilience Stories: After Her Father Was Deported, She Bought and Expanded His New Jersey Restaurant
Success
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Morales was released after 17 days, given a second chance through the DACA policy ( Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ) as well as a green card petition filed by her mother, who gained legal status in 2004 after marrying a U.S.
How to Breathe New Life into Old Blog Posts
Tips From T. Marie
JULY 31, 2014
started blogging in 2004. It’s not 2004 anymore. Back then if there was a picture included with your post you were ahead of the curve. While the actual content of your posts is still the most important thing, it’s not the only thing. Visuals are becoming more and more important when it comes to blogging. In fact, I’ve seen an increase in the use of a visual aid that some people were declaring would be killed off by video. What visual aid is that? The slideshow.
How to Implement a Zero Waste Business Strategy
Eco-Office Gals
FEBRUARY 17, 2020
manufacturing plants haven’t sent any waste to landfills since May 2004 — a mission that began with a good-faith accounting of the company’s waste stream.
The New Multinationals: Small, Micro and Solo Businesses Driving the Next Wave of Globalization
Small Business Labs
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
goods exports in in 2004 to 34% percent in 2014. Globalization and international trade was once driven almost exclusively by large multinational corporations. No longer. Propelled by global online markets and platforms and a growing global middle class, small businesses and even freelancers and individuals are exporting goods and services in growing numbers. In fact, according to the U.S. SBA small business goods exports have grown from 29% of total U.S.
Has the U.S. Reached Peak Car?
Small Business Labs
JANUARY 6, 2014
shows that since 2004 Americans have owned fewer cars and light trucks, driven each of those vehicles less and consumed less fuel each year. An interesting series of studies out of the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute found that Americans are driving less and using less fuel than in the past. The most recent study, Has Motorization in the U.S. Peaked?
The Rise of Solopreneur Manufacturing Companies
Small Business Labs
JANUARY 3, 2017
" As the chart below shows (click to enlarge), there were about 350,000 manufacturing firms with no employees other than the owner in 2014, up almost 17% from 2004. The Wall Street Journal's Big Growth in Tiny Businesses nicely covers a trend we'e been following for years - the growth of solopreneur, non-employer manufacturing businesses.
Women, Seniors Leading Self-Employment Growth in UK & Canada
Small Business Labs
SEPTEMBER 2, 2014
million who were self-employed in 2004 leaving by 2009." The UK's Office of National Statistics (ONS) released a report showing that self-employment in the UK is the highest its been since they started tracking it 40 years ago. Their data shows the UK has 4.6 million people working for themselves, with 15% of workforce self-employed. This is up from 13% in 2008, and 8.7% in 1975.
Interview with Kate Smith of Juno VA
Karen Vivarelli
AUGUST 4, 2020
I worked for a tech start up back in 2004 after university and had the pleasure of working with a wonderful lady who provided freelance office services (set ups, systems & admin) to the new start up companies within the incubator. How Kate went from corporate PA to VA life.
What Is Blue Ocean Strategy?
Success
AUGUST 18, 2021
Kim and Mauborgne published their ideas in their 2004 book, Blue Ocean Strategy. Blue Ocean Strategy is a marketing approach developed by W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne, professors at INSEAD, a private university with locations around the world.
JD.com Strikes a Luxury Brands Deal with Farfetch
Small Business CEO
APRIL 11, 2019
For a long time, China has been associated with counterfeit products, but this has changed since this company joined the e-commerce platform in 2004. JD.com is the largest retailer in China that has transformed e-commerce business in the country. Under the leadership of Richard Liu, the founder and company CEO of this company, consumers in China and other parts of the world now enjoy superior products that epitomize high quality and which delivered with great care to the customer.
Beyond Gold: What Happens After You Achieve Your Biggest Goal?
Success
JULY 27, 2021
Gymnast Carly Patterson was just 16 when her dazzling performance at the 2004 Athens Olympics made her the second American woman ever to win the all-around competition.
Too Busy for Relationships? 5 Ways to Make Time for Connection
Success
JULY 13, 2021
The number of people who say they have no one with whom to discuss important matters has more than doubled between 1985 and 2004, according to a 2006 study by researchers at Duke University and the University of Arizona.
Success is in the Little Details
On The Job
JULY 21, 2016
LEGO executives – who had been told countless times by experts that they were in trouble because future generations would lose interest in the building blocks – decided to pay an 11-year-old boy a visit in 2004. What do dirty, worn sneakers have to do with turning around a business? If you’re LEGOs, it means everything.
Yelp Ratings and Review: You Are in Control
Small Business CEO
APRIL 19, 2016
Since Yelp was founded in 2004 it has grown to see over 95 million reviews in just 11 years, that’s over 8 million reviews a year and over 23,000 reviews a day—quite a bit of activity!… Consider these facts: 98% of Yelpers have made a purchase from a business they found on Yelp, 89% of consumers make a purchase within a week of visiting reviews sites and 29% will visit a business within a day. photo credit: Yelp Inc. Flickr.
Green Energy: Simple Ways to Save Money and Protect the Environment
Eco-Office Gals
JANUARY 22, 2013
Blogging in many niches since 2004. Believe it or not, building an eco-friendly house from renewable materials isn’t the only way to go green. That’s right, even the smallest changes like arranging boiler maintenance or fixing leaking taps can save you money and protect the environment, so there’s no need to shop for wind turbines or solar panels just yet. Use energy-saving light bulbs. If you didn’t already know, most incandescent light bulbs have now been banned.
Maintaining Friendships Is Hard—Here’s Why It’s Crucial for Your Well-Being
Success
JULY 17, 2021
between 1985 and 2004. Friends represent the least clear-cut relationships in our lives; they don’t wear our wedding bands or share our DNA. But much clinical evidence shows the strength of these relationships can increase positive emotions and improve our health and well-being.
What's the status of one-way communication?
Loosely Speaking
JANUARY 15, 2010
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs What’s the status of one-way communication? Friday, January 15, 2010 at 11:09 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Business Strategies/Perspectives With social media in its apparent heyday, what happens to your print or enewsletter campaign? Or, for that matter, your blog and website? Are those still viable markeing and branding tools?
15 Fun Facts About Stacy Leitner
A Great Day's Work
SEPTEMBER 4, 2016
What’s so unusual about my job is that I was hired in 2004 as employee No. We are meeting up today with our very own Stacy Leitner, Blogger for A Great Day’s Work. She’s ready to give you a sneak peek into her world. Why did you start the blog, A Great Day’s Work ?
Put a smile on that face
Loosely Speaking
DECEMBER 15, 2008
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Put a smile on that face Monday, December 15, 2008 at 9:42 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Family Life Feeling too busy? Not busy enough? Maybe all you need is a little gingerbread house. Comments: 0 Leave a Reply Site Pages Commenting Policy About ktcosmos Got Loose Change? Get Loosely Speaking Products.
Your blog's role in your professional visibility
Loosely Speaking
OCTOBER 12, 2009
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Your blog’s role in your professional visibility Monday, October 12, 2009 at 11:11 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Blogging Ever wonder where blogging is headed now that social media web sites have become mainstream tools? If you’ve decided that blogs are so 2008, think again.
Whoops! What now?
Loosely Speaking
OCTOBER 9, 2009
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Whoops! What now? Friday, October 9, 2009 at 5:08 pm // By: ktcosmos // Category: Business Strategies/Perspectives , Life of the Virtual Assistant There are many scenarios that can derail your well-oiled SOHO operation. These’ll getcha, just like a change up in baseball. And next thing you know, you’re out. Kids home for the summer or holidays. New baby.
11 Halos - Part 2 (signing day)
Loosely Speaking
JUNE 18, 2009
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs 11 Halos – Part 2 (signing day) Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 8:46 pm // By: // Category: Baseball Just back from meeting with Angels scout, John Gracio. Contract and rookie league explained. He heads to Tempe in the morning for physical and workout. Then gets his uniform and a plane ticket to head up to Orem, Utah on Sunday.
Do you resumé or not?
Loosely Speaking
JUNE 15, 2009
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Do you resumé or not? Monday, June 15, 2009 at 9:45 am // By: // Category: Business Strategies/Perspectives Independent contractors typically let their credentials, satisfied clients, brochures and web sites speak for them.
Regional Virtual Assistant Retreat?
Loosely Speaking
JUNE 7, 2009
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Regional Virtual Assistant Retreat? Sunday, June 7, 2009 at 10:40 am // By: // Category: Life of the Virtual Assistant Entrepreneurs who work from home often report a sense of isolation, caused by, well, working in isolation much of the time.
Congratulations to Ryan Perry!
Loosely Speaking
APRIL 2, 2009
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Congratulations to Ryan Perry! Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 9:36 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Baseball What a thrill for Ryan Perry, who was throwing for the University of Arizona Wildcats this time last year! The 22-year-old has made the Detroit Tigers opening day roster after having been selected by the Tigers in the first round in the MLB Amateur Draft last June.
College Baseball Season 2009
Loosely Speaking
FEBRUARY 19, 2009
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs College Baseball Season 2009 Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 2:00 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Baseball No, I’m not a sports writer, just a big fan. Division I College baseball starts today, February 19, 2009, which happens to be my birthday. I love February. To commemorate the beginning of the season, Tom Check gave me permission to display this great photo.
I am such an SOB!
Loosely Speaking
OCTOBER 27, 2008
Frozen in time somewhere around 2004. RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs I am such an SOB! Monday, October 27, 2008 at 9:03 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Blogging Successful and Outstanding Blogger, that is! Liz Strauss , the original SOB is hosting her blog’s 3rd birthday party tomorrow, October 28, 2008.
Annual List Building Plan – Explained In 3 Simple Steps
Office Organization Success
OCTOBER 27, 2016
So when I first started purposefully list building (back in 2004), I would try all of these different list building strategies … and none of them really worked! As I’m sure you already know, there are a ton of different list building strategies, and equally as many differing opinions on which one(s) work best. Well, they didn’t work consistently, anyway. It wasn’t until I took a step back and looked at exactly what I was doing that it all started to make sense for me.
Dyeing for something new
Loosely Speaking
MARCH 25, 2010
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Dyeing for something new Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 10:43 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Cleanup Knitter , Knitting Hand dyed yarn: "Poached Rhubarb" Spring was the air, I was cleaning out the old yarn stash in preparation for a friend’s upcoming “Destashing Party,&# and inspiration struck.
Spring Cleaning
Loosely Speaking
MARCH 18, 2010
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Spring Cleaning Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 1:07 pm // By: ktcosmos // Category: Cleanup Knitter , Life of the Virtual Assistant After referring to self as “Cleanup Knitter&# in my last post, it felt as though I should work a little harder to earn that title. So, after finishing today’s client work, here’s what I did.
My 2010 Theme: “Fit”
Loosely Speaking
FEBRUARY 11, 2010
RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs My 2010 Theme: “Fit&# Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 12:58 pm // By: ktcosmos // Category: Life of the Virtual Assistant No resolutions for me this year. Nope, I’m keeping it simple by choosing a theme, which is the word “fit.&# When deciding whether or not I will do something, I just ask myself, “Is this a good fit?&#
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