ProAssisting Blog
JANUARY 19, 2024
Your journey as an executive assistant transcends the conventional administrative role, transforming into a strategic business partnership. Evolving into an indispensable ally to your executive requires a blend of skills, dedication, and a proactive approach. Let's delve into how you can become a true business partner while excelling as an executive assistant in a remote setting.
Office Dynamics
MARCH 5, 2024
Understand the distinctions and overlaps between an executive assistant and a personal assistant.
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The Assistant Room
DECEMBER 28, 2024
The Assistant Room, the premier global platform for career support and growth in the Personal and Executive Assistant industry, is thrilled to announce its ambitious […] The post The Assistant Room: Elevating Assistants Worldwide with 2025 Expansion Plans first appeared on The Assistant Room.
Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 22, 2024
Trusting Your Intuition as an Assistant How often have you heard the phrase 'trust your intuition' or, more simply, 'go with your gut'? It's something I've heard a lot over the years, particularly when it comes to decision-making and finding the confidence to voice my opinion. [.
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.
Office Dynamics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Imagine a professional navigating their career without any set goals, vision, or direction. This individual drifts from task to task, lacking purpose and a clear sense of progression. Without goals, there is no measure of success or a roadmap to steer towards growth and development.
Allwork
DECEMBER 30, 2024
In 2025, AI and automation will be deeply integrated into workplaces, significantly improving work-life balance by reducing the burden of repetitive tasks and giving employees greater control over their schedules. The continued evolution of remote work technologies, such as video conferencing tools, will enable a more flexible approach to managing professional responsibilities alongside personal commitments.
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Success
AUGUST 8, 2024
The scene: You wake up at 6:30 a.m. You slip on your augmented-reality glasses with its stylish, minimalistic frames. You start to make your coffee when an alert pops up on the side of your coffee maker. The alert says you’re running out of espresso beans. “Would you like to add them to the grocery list?” it asks. As you step outside and unlock the car, your glasses issue a reminder.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
By 2030, JLL predicts that 30% of all office space will be flexible. Regus, Industrious, and HQ collectively added 39 new spaces nationwide in Q2 2024. WeWork experienced an 8% decrease in overall inventory but remains strong within the top 25 U.S. markets as it emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Table of Contents: Introduction Coworking Industry Statistics and Trends Industry Adoption and Demographics Regional Market Trends Nationwide Market Growth Coworking Operators Pricing Insights Future
Office Dynamics
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Discover how confidence drives career growth, with strategies to boost your self-assurance and leadership skills in the workplace.
Success
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
An interview with Robert Waldinger, M.D., director of the long-running Harvard Study of Adult Development Achieving a good balance between work and home life sometimes seems impossible. But one decades-long study explores on how people try to make it work and some of the decisions they regret in this area. To find out more, we spoke to Robert Waldinger, M.D., a clinical professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development and a Zen priest.
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
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
As companies like Amazon , JPMorgan Chase, and Goldman Sachs bring workers back to the office full-time, concerns are mounting that strict office mandates could harm diversity and make it harder to attract and retain underrepresented talent. Research suggests that such policies disproportionately affect women, minorities, caregivers, and neurodiverse employees, potentially driving them to quit or seek more flexible opportunities elsewhere, according to The Washington Post.
Allwork
DECEMBER 23, 2024
U.S. federal employees have shown increased productivity, engagement, and retention while working remotely, with data supporting higher job satisfaction and work quality. The U.S. Department of Labor’s mandate to return to the office threatens the balance that telework provides, creating logistical issues and potential morale problems among workers whove adapted to remote work.
Allwork
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The U.K.’s Labour government has introduced the Employment Rights Bill, which includes 28 reforms to strengthen worker protections and business practices, with most provisions taking effect in 2026. The bill introduces sweeping changes, including abolishing exploitative practices, providing day-one rights for dismissal and leave, making flexible working the default, expanding sick pay, and enhancing support for working families.
Success
AUGUST 14, 2024
When I arrived at the Chicago premiere of the documentary Microphone Check , it was clear that the theater didn’t know how hot this film was going to be. The staff behind the concession stand was running around, filling popcorn buckets and pouring drinks. It was a couple of minutes past showtime, and apparently the film had already started—the customary 15 minutes of previews either wasn’t going to happen, or had begun before the start time.
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Unlock your full potential with our comprehensive guide on productivity. This detailed resource explores the three fundamental pillars of effective task management: Todo List Mastery, Time Management, and Habit Optimization. Learn to capture and prioritize your tasks effectively, schedule them using proven strategies like the Pomodoro Technique, and maintain your productivity through consistent habit tracking.
Allwork
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Despite the success of hybrid and remote models, many CEOs continue to push for in-office work. Companies like Amazon risk losing top talent and innovation by enforcing strict return-to-office mandates. Flexibility in work arrangements is critical for retention, especially for women in leadership roles. CEOs are stuck in the dark ages. This statement can apply to many areas, but here it’s about their stubborn push to bring people back to the office, even though it’s clear that neither employees
Allwork
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Wells Fargo recently terminated over a dozen employees for faking productivity, a practice acknowledged by 37% of employers and 32% of employees. Engaging in fauxductivity can undermine trust, cohesion, and collaboration — culminating in a toxic environment where “busywork” is valued over innovation and creativity. Leaders must prioritize authentic productivity and outcomes by promoting a work culture that motivates employees to engage meaningfully instead of merely appearing busy.
Success
APRIL 9, 2024
When you hear the words “financial abundance,” few names resonate as powerfully as Tony Robbins. Today, more than four decades after he began teaching people how to achieve personal fulfillment and obtain the lives they seek, the towering 64-year-old native Californian is known the world over for his many practical lessons on achieving personal prosperity, health and wealth.
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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Microdosing expert Peggy Van de Plassche transitioned from finance and tech to psychedelics, driven by a massive market growth potential alongside personal mental health experiences. Microdosing psychedelics can enhance mental wellness, improve interpersonal connections, and boost professional performance without major psychoactive effects. Psychedelics face significant legal variances and stigma from past misconceptions, but increasing education and destigmatization could lead to broader accept
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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.
Success
JUNE 5, 2024
Kayla Opperman, a Colorado-based former engineer, quit her career in architectural and electrical engineering with MEP firms after six years. She was one of a few women in engineering in her graduating class. It’s been a “tough and questionable” road through her engineering career, but one she doesn’t regret. Engineering has helped her build a self-identity: “I’m capable, intelligent, a hard worker,” she says, adding engineers build the world we live in, affirming their endurance and importance.
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JANUARY 17, 2024
Unlike with previous generations, students today are learning early on how to collaborate with emerging technologies and artificial intelligence to shape the world they want to live in as adults. Many teachers are also embracing AI, especially when it means they can be more efficient and effective at their jobs. AI enables teachers to streamline administrative tasks, drive efficiency and fill gaps where they need a little help, such as adapting lessons to individual learning needs in a classroom
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DECEMBER 30, 2024
A record 3.4 million young Chinese workers flocked to the civil service exam this year, lured by the prospect of lifetime job security and perks including subsidised housing as an economic slowdown batters the private sector and youth unemployment remains high. Applicant numbers, which surged by over 400,000 from last year and have tripled since 2014, reflect the huge demand for stability from disillusioned Gen Z Chinese, and the lack of attractive options in the private sector even though local
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OCTOBER 20, 2024
Organizations adopting hybrid and remote work models must balance providing flexibility with maintaining a cohesive company culture to attract talent and ensure unity among employees. Building a culture of trust and ensuring consistent and clear communication are key in hybrid environments to prevent misunderstandings and ensure everyone feels connected to the organization’s goals.
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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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JANUARY 5, 2024
You’ve probably been told you should set goals in life—from financial and career to personal. But why is it important to set realistic goals and what do you get from it? In this article, we take a closer look at the importance of setting goals and how you can benefit from having realistic ones. We also offer some tips for keeping yourself accountable as you work toward achieving your dreams.
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OCTOBER 2, 2024
Kenya has introduced a Digital Nomad Work Permit and a visa-free travel policy as part of efforts to boost its tourism industry. Announced by President William Ruto at the 2024 Magical Kenya Travel Expo, the Digital Nomad Work Permit allows remote workers from around the globe to live and work in Kenya, according to Citizen Digital. The initiative aims to attract digital nomads to experience Kenya’s vibrant culture while contributing to local economies.
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APRIL 7, 2024
Imagine if you asked a search engine a question and actually got an answer instead of a list of links. You could get all the information you were looking for without having to dig through multiple websites for the answer. Well, that future is here. Google has actually been testing their generative AI search since last May, but we’re hearing a lot more about it now.
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JANUARY 29, 2024
Getting to know your personality better using the “Big 5” personality traits can be beneficial to find the most suited workspace environment. If you’re conscientious, you can easily work from home or in a third space – workspaces that aren’t the office or home. Certain personality types flourish more easily in shared spaces than others. Workers have two wildly different workspace environments to choose from nowadays.
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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DECEMBER 6, 2024
The Biden administration has proposed phasing out a program that allows employers to pay workers with disabilities below the federal minimum wage. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is currently accepting public comments on the proposal, which would end the issuance of new certificates under Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act and phase out subminimum wages over a three-year period for existing certificates.
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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Quantum computing would provide unparalleled computational power, revolutionizing industries such as financial services, healthcare, supply chain logistics, cybersecurity, and AI/machine learning. The shift to quantum computing will necessitate significant workforce reskilling and may lead to job displacement in routine data processing and complex algorithmic tasks, driving demand for specialized quantum-related skills.
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JANUARY 3, 2024
When there’s a lot going on, most people rely on the classic time management strategy of creating a list and checking off tasks. While a conventional to-do list is an excellent way to keep track of items that need to be completed, it generally doesn’t automatically help you decide which task to do first. To help you establish priorities and tackle your most important work first, consider using a time management chart or matrix, a productivity tool that helps you organize tasks across four quadra
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MARCH 29, 2024
The average length of a typical workday is decreasing, but it’s not due to workers becoming lazy. New data suggest productivity gains in the workforce are slimming the average workday down. According to the 2024 State of the Workplace report published by ActivTrak , which analyzed data from over 135,000 employees, there has been a 15% reduction in the average workday length due to efficiency gains — with more employees completing tasks in less time.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
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