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Small Business Labs
JANUARY 2, 2014
I can think of no better way to start 2014 than with a look at 2014 pet industry trends. Multibrief's Pet Businesses Will Prosper: Industry trends for 2014 and beyond provides such an outlook. According to the article, the pet industry is forecast to continue to grow driven in large part by the pet humanization trend. This is the growing trend of people treating their pets as family members and more like humans instead of animals.
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 8, 2014
Anyway here we are in 2014 and I hope that everyone is settling back into work after the Christmas and New Year break. I think assistants will have an interesting 2014, particularly as it is the International Year of the Secretary and Administrative Assistant with lots planned for our professional development. Niche networking is a big trend for 2014 so it would seem assistants are ahead of the curve on this one! The post What can assistants expect in 2014?
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Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 24, 2014
Would you please take my 2014 reader survey? The post Practically Perfect PA Survey 2014 appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Practically Perfect PA is nearly three years old. The blog has come a long way since October 2012 and I’m really excited about what we have planned for next year, including our first event (more details to follow in the next few weeks!).
The Small Business Blog
MARCH 19, 2014
The Forum of Private Business has already issued their response to the Budget with Chief Executive Phil Orford speaking on behalf… Read the full article here: Budget 2014: Small Business Impact on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG. Chancellor George Osborne has today unveiled his latest annual Budget and small businesses in particular are concerned about what changes could be incoming and how they might help or hinder the fledgling economic recovery.
Brilliantly Better
DECEMBER 26, 2014
Was this a good … The post 2014 In Review appeared first on Dragos Roua. Personal Development 2014 review Since I started to blog, at the end of each year, I stop for a while to look back and review.
Practically Perfect PA
NOVEMBER 21, 2014
This first blog is the Practically Perfect PA Survey: The industry snapshot 2014. The post Practically Perfect PA Survey: The industry snapshot 2014 appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Well firstly I want to say a huge thank you to everyone that took the time to complete my survey a couple of months ago. I have decided to break the survey results into a few blogs so that I can share how you all feel about being assistants, the industry and your thoughts on the blog.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 22, 2014
Back in June I was working on an event called Tech Fest 2014 , which was held at ExCeL London. The post Tech Fest 2014 and excellent customer service appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. The event was for event professionals and as you can imagine they can be a fussy bunch when it comes to venues. We held Tech Fest at ExCeL because London Technology Week was taking place in East London and we thought it would be great to be part of a number of technology related events.
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 22, 2014
The post A great event idea for 2014 appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Keeping event ideas innovative and fresh can be an extremely difficult exercise. It’s a delicate balancing act of trying to push the envelope to keep things exciting, but not too radical that it fails to appeal to the majority of the workforce. This seems to be even more apparent in the corporate entertaining sector, especially if you are on a tight budget.
Eat Your Career
FEBRUARY 23, 2014
The post Free Coaching Call: February 2014 appeared first on Eat Your Career. In case you missed it, I hosted my quarterly free coaching call a little while back. You can listen to the recording using the audio player below or download the MP3 if you’d like. Please note: The sound quality isn’t perfect. I’m in the process of upgrading my technology setup so hopefully, in the future, this won’t be an issue. Thanks for understanding.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 24, 2014
Would you please take my 2014 reader survey? The post Practically Perfect PA Survey 2014 Reminder appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Thank you to everyone that has completed the Practically Perfect PA survey. So far we have received some great feedback but we would love to hear from more of you so please do take ten minutes out of your day to complete the questionnaire. I’d appreciate your honest feedback, I really would!
The Small Business Blog
FEBRUARY 28, 2014
But what does the average… Read the full article here: UK Budget 2014: What do small business owners want? In a few short weeks, UK Chancellor George Osborne will unveil his latest Budget and small business owners are waiting with baited breath. Concerned business owners in coastal areas will be particularly interested to see if there is a boost to flood defense spending to try and avoid further disasters.
The Small Business Blog
JANUARY 8, 2014
Not only will being nominated for (or winning) an award mean that the profile of your business is raised, but just imagine what you could do with £10,000… Read the full article here: FSB WorldPay Business Awards 2014 entries now open on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG. Business awards might sometimes seem like a waste of time, but when they come with a hefty cash prize attached they should always appear on your radar.
Practically Perfect PA
DECEMBER 31, 2014
I wanted to do a Practically Perfect round up for 2014. Below you will find links to my favourite posts from 2014. The post Practically Perfect PA round up of 2014 appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. We have had some fantastic feedback over the year and I hope you have all found the varies blog posts and articles helpful.
Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 6, 2014
million in 2014. trillion in total revenue in 2014, spent more than $150 billon on non-payroll/contractor expenses , and are the primary income source for more than 10 million American households. The full 2014 MBO Partners State of Independence report is available here. The 4th annual MBO Partners State of Independence study was released yesterday. It shows independent workers (self-employed, independent contractors, freelancers, etc.)
Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 22, 2014
Organisers of the award-winning Green Office Week are delighted to announce that registration is now open for their 2014 campaign which will run from May 12 th – 16 th. Employees can visit the Green Office Week 2014 website and register to receive free daily downloadable content reflecting each daily theme and sign-up to receive a sample pack containing a range of recycled and FSC accredited products to try out at work.
Small Business Labs
MARCH 25, 2014
One of our favorite trends publications, the annual TrendsWatch report from the Center for the Future of Museums , has been released. There are 2 key reasons we think so highly of this report. First, the Center looks at trends from a very different perspective than other trend watchers. This often results in insights not found elsewhere. The second reason is the authors are museum folks, which means the report is extremely well curated and written.
Small Business Labs
JUNE 10, 2014
Mary Meeker is a partner at the top shelf venture capital firm Kleiner, Perkins. Her annual Internet Trends Report is a mere 164 pages of data intensive charts and graphs covering pretty much everything worth knowing about the Internet. The report is so big I won't try to summarize it here. It gets lots of coverage and the Sydney Morning Herald has a nice summary.
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 30, 2014
These will allow you to suggest which events your boss should attend in 2014. . Which Events To Attend In 2014 from Willie Thomson. The post Which events should your boss attend in 2014? Every year more and more events take place and understandably attendees are continuing to feel event fatigue; turning up to (at best) average events. Most of our organisations and our managers are continuing to question the return on investment and the value of business events.
Tips From T. Marie
JULY 18, 2014
Categories: Girly Girl Geek I can’t believe that in 2014 there are still people out there using scare tactics to try to keep people from creating business websites with WordPress. And the number one scare tactic they use? WordPress is a blog platform that has limited functionality. I say “Hogwash”. These so called experts that are warning […] ( Read more. ). Girly Girl Geek
Office Organization Success
JANUARY 3, 2014
Today, I’m going to share with you my top three simple steps so you can get your business on track in 2014: 1. If you missed the free workshop I held last December, Create Your 2014 Strategic Business Plan , you can access the recording here. . As we sit here at the start of a New Year, many of you may be wondering what the heck you’re going to do this year in your business.
Office Dynamics
JULY 24, 2014
Office Dynamics International has announced the keynote presenters for its administrative professionals conference , the 21st Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence, to be held September 30 – October 3, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) July 24, 2014. The conference agenda has been curated around the theme for the 2014 conference — Collaborate, Create & Connect: Expand Your Influence. “I
Office Dynamics
AUGUST 7, 2014
Scholarship Application for 2014 Conference [TIME SENSITIVE] appeared first on Office Dynamics. Administrative Conference Scholarship Application Announcement. I am excited to share with you that we are now accepting applications for scholarships for the 21st Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence happening this Sept 30-Oct 3 at the Red Rock Resort & Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. One full tuition ($1495 value!) and two partial tuition scholarships ($1000 value!)
Productivityist
NOVEMBER 24, 2014
2014 marked the arrival of Harry''s in Canada, and I couldn''t have been happier when I finally received my first order. For the past two years, Productivityist has published an annual gift guide that features gifts that won''t just help the "productivityist" get more of the right things done, but they''ll have some tools that they can use that will make the process all the more enjoyable. There are a lot of gift ideas to cover this year, so let''s dive right in.
Tips From T. Marie
JULY 18, 2014
I can’t believe that in 2014 there are still people out there using scare tactics to try to keep people from creating business websites with WordPress. Choose WordPress because it’s the smart choice for today’s connected society, allowing for easily updating content and taking advantage of what gets the attention of search engines in 2014.
Office Dynamics
JULY 22, 2013
ANNOUNCEMENT: 2014 Training Dates. It''s time to get out your 2014 calendar and start marking your dates for training and development. 2014 – Reserve your seat for these highly popular programs… You will notice we have an event To Be Announced listed. January 29 – 30, 2014 Event TBA. February 12 – 13, 2014 Event TBA. March 11 – 13, 2014 World Class Assistant™ Certificate Program Part 1.
Productivityist
APRIL 22, 2014
Note: Before I reveal what has become my 2014 Podcast Diet, I''d like to discuss how thrilled I am that the podcasting medium has really started to explode in the past couple of years. "An information diet is not about consuming less; it’s about consuming right." – Clay Johnson, author of The Information Diet. I think it''s important to take a look at what you''re consuming in terms of content fairly regularly.
Small Business Labs
DECEMBER 17, 2013
2014 will see this divide widen as tech savvy small businesses use their technology to cut costs, better connect to customers and gain market share. Income Inequality: Income inequality is a big issue that will become bigger in 2014. Obamacare: We have bad news for those tired of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) - the controversial legislation will continue to be in the spotlight throughout 2014.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 12, 2014
The post Conference and Award for Executive Secretaries and PAs in Scotland: ACES 2014 appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Last week I spoke at the ACES conference in Edinburgh. There were roughly 180 assistants in attendance and 20 different exhibitors.
The Small Business Blog
JANUARY 6, 2014
Business Quotations 2014 beginnings business quotes new year “You can think and talk about a project for a long time, but only action will manifest it. If you wait until you’re ready, you’ll never get anything done. Don’t wait until all the conditions are perfect for you to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.”
Denise Aday
MARCH 30, 2014
Calvin and Hobbes, March 23, 2014. personal politics consumerism consumption distraction terrorist
Office Dynamics
APRIL 9, 2014
Admin Assistant Training Current Events Workplace Tools administrative assistant conference administrative profession Administrative Professionals Day 2014 Administrative Professionals Day Gift Ideas Administrative Professionals Day Gifts Long gone are the days when assistants were thrilled to be taken to lunch or be given flowers in honor of Administrative Professionals Day.
The Small Business Blog
NOVEMBER 18, 2013
Before I go on, I must say that I use Evernote to ‘clip’ and store articles that,… Read the full article here: Stand out from your competitors and make 2014 the year that you start harnessing the power of blogging on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG. Blogging Business Marketing Business PR Business Trends Customer Service grow your business Small Business / SOHO 2014 Marketing/PR new years resolution small business advice
Productivityist
NOVEMBER 24, 2014
Harry’s 2014 marked the arrival of Harry’s in Canada, and I couldn’t have been happier when I finally received my first order. If you’re interested in exploring the previous Productivityist Holiday Gift Guides, check them out by clicking on the links below: The 2012 Productivityist Holiday Gift Guide The 2013 Productivityist Holiday Gift Guide The post The 2014 Productivityist Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on Productivityist.
Ian's Messy Desk
DECEMBER 30, 2013
The post 10 Simple Communication Resolutions for 2014 appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. You just finished reading 10 Simple Communication Resolutions for 2014 ! Recommended: Evernote Essentials The post 10 Simple Communication Resolutions for 2014 appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. Here are some things you can resolve to improve the way you communicate with others. These are simple changes, easy to keep all year. I will talk less. I will listen carefully.
Productivityist
FEBRUARY 7, 2014
With that in mind, I present to you The 2014 Productivityist Reader Survey. Take The 2014 Productivityist Reader Survey. One of the biggest takeaways I received from New Media Expo was the suggestion that you should survey your readers. As I sat in Michael Hyatt''s session , I realized that it was time for me to develop one for Productivityist, and he even told the audience that we could "steal his questions" if we liked.
Small Business Labs
DECEMBER 21, 2013
Click here to see our Top 10 Small Business Trends for 2014. We recently released our 7th annual top small business trends list. trends
Ian's Messy Desk
DECEMBER 2, 2013
The post 5 Steps to Going Paperless in 2014 appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. For those of you who are looking at starting the paperless process —maybe a New Year’s Resolution— Jamie has posted a Primer to Going Paperless in 2014. 21 Apps That Can Help Your Business Achieve A Nearly Paperless Office In 2014 | Alltopstartups.com. You just finished reading 5 Steps to Going Paperless in 2014 !
Small Business CEO
JUNE 6, 2014
Six years later, in 2014, the pendulum is swinging back in favour of the employee. Back in 1997, McKinsey wrote the ‘War on talent’ They observed and predicted that hiring and keeping the best people was the biggest challenge for business. But, since 2008 and the (almost) global recession, the war seems to have been more easily fought. The balance of power shifted.
Productivityist
JANUARY 2, 2014
The post Focus, Forward, and Family: My Three Words for 2014 appeared first on Productivityist. Mindfulness 2014 3words C.C. I don’t do new year’s resolutions, and I certainly don’t take on anything huge in the first month of the calendar year. My energy levels just aren’t at a place where I can handle massive undertakings during the month of January.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 9, 2014
In order to keep profits flowing and to take advantage of expansion opportunities, a business owner or CEO needs to take a big leaping step into the Information Age. A new era where everyone – rich, middle income, the less fortunate – all have access to way more choices than they did 10 years ago.
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