The Small Business Blog

MARCH 6, 2014

Social media networks are awesome for small businesses, but if you are not using the right tools to evaluate what you are doing on them then you may not be getting the most from the experience. Business Infographics Infographic Social Media' Are you aware of how much engagement each of your posts receives?

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 29, 2015

If you are reading this post it is more than likely that you are involved in some sort of social media platform be it LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook (I´m not sure how else you would have found this blog!). There are many many benefits for assistants to be involved in social media activities.

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Tips From T. Marie

MAY 10, 2023

Blogging & Content Creation If you have a passion for writing, then starting a blog or creating content for businesses may be right up your alley. Blogging has become a popular way for individuals to share their thoughts, ideas, and experiences with others. I don’t believe that.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 22, 2010

Build your own network! Other Great Business Blogs Social Media for Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Martin Everard Benefits Of Building A Home Business Is There More Financial Hardship To Come? One I would add would be to blog as we. How to be successful and eco-friendly. You ask a question, I answer!

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 27, 2023

Use Social Media Social media is a great tool for home business owners looking to find clients. Always keep in mind, social media is not just about self-promotion but building relationships and providing value, so be sure you make your content at least 80% valuable information to 20% promoting your stuff.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Do you think assistants should use social media for professional purposes? If you answered positively then yes you would be correct I think using social media for your professional development and networking is an absolute must! Here are ten do ‘s and ten don’ts for using social media professionally….

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 26, 2011

Social media sites are not longer just the realm of individuals, and those who regularly read my blog know I’m a huge advocate of the power of social media for small businesses. Here are a few ways to take advantage of social media for your business.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 12, 2016

When asked about the most common social media mistakes that take job seekers out of the running for a position, 45 percent of human resources (HR) managers cited writing negative or inappropriate comments. View an infographic of the survey findings about social media mistakes. MENLO PARK, Calif. , PRNewsFoto/OfficeTeam).

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

These days most of us will have some sort of social media account. If you have accounts set up on every social media channel (as I do) it can be a little overwhelming dealing with all of the stuff coming at you. Here are my top ten tips for managing your social media – these are all tried and tested!

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 20, 2016

Despite my passion for social media I haven’t always been adept at it and was a twitter virgin until The Assist Conference 2015. It is never too late to add a new string to your bow and social media seems to be the way forward for the future Assistant. Check out my PA Network list – you could be already on it!

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 14, 2019

So, back in 2006, I started a blog for admins called The Executive Assistant’s Toolbox, where I shared tips and tricks for success in the field. Shockingly, that blog got really popular really fast. My blog was actually purchased by a start-up company (an online community for admins) and I was hired to help build it.

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Success

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Sometimes networking laterally instead of up the ladder of influence is powerful. In a world with no email or social media, Larry met his customers by: Flying to Germany, London, Japan and France to pitch eyewear kits to magazines. If you’re building a company from the ground up, get scrappy in your quest for new opportunities.

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 4, 2023

That’s why in this blog post, we are going to explore 10 game-changing strategies to help you propel your business to new heights and create a thriving home-based enterprise in 2024. Upgrade your website , harness the power of social media, and create valuable content to captivate your audience. People love success stories.

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

Social media is arguably one of the greatest things to have ever happen to small businesses. In terms of what can be achieved with a great social media campaign, it puts even the smallest business on a level playing field with its larger competitors. Social media is important for branding purposes.

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Allwork

JULY 20, 2023

Leverage surveys, feedback forms, and social media channels to foster open communication. Incorporate your brand story into press releases, blog articles, social media posts, and website content. Connect with them through social media, attend industry events, or participate in media networking activities.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 29, 2017

If you are active on other social media platforms such as Twitter and don’t have a website you can add your LinkedIn profile. Write LinkedIn Pulse posts and share these on your social media platforms. Write your own blog and put the link in your profile. Be social and engage. Contribute in LinkedIn Groups.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Be fun but be professional when using Social Media. But it is still worth reiterating every year that social media should be used responsibly, especially as more and more people are using the various platforms. This is an oldie but a goldie and it is still going to be the top tip for all social media users in 2015.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing about social media and how best assistants can use it for their professional lives. If you are like me and enjoy writing and/or reading lots of blogs then you will have picked up an invaluable skill that can be easily adapted for business. Does your company have a blog?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 7, 2010

At our Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence we showed a video before our Social Networking segment to show you the true power of social networks today and the importance of being involved. That is why I choose to be involved in social media. I have had some requests for this video - so here it is!

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 23, 2013

In case any more evidence was needed that the way we do business has changed since the financial meltdown in 2008, take a look at the growing importance of business networking as a way of building new relationships and earning money.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

I was on the phone the other day with one of my private clients and we were talking about her social media strategy.    I barely have enough time to create my webinars and blog posts.  Content creation for your various social media platforms does not have to be hard. To your social media success!

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2010

This will vary based on your industry so choosing the right social network will ensure that you don’t waste time. Set aside a certain amount of time every day for social media activities. Social media is important because it shows the human face behind your business.

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Andrea Kalli

APRIL 11, 2011

Here are a few ways to systematize and simplify your Social Media efforts. Social media ‘gurus’ have invested thousands of hours in their online brands, often losing track of more important metrics in the process. Social media marketing is as much about opportunity cost as it is real results.

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Andrea Kalli

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Some claim that social media can revive failing businesses; others that it can significantly increase your brand power. Like most marketing forms, the value of social media is variable. There’s one field in which social media truly shines: SEO. Use your blog as a social media connector.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Check out this great tool | Main | Getting Organized Helped Me Find Health and Lose 65+ Pounds » Can You Define Social Media Clutter? But the difference in what people look for in social media is why Facebook and twitter does give us options to streamline what shows up.

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Success

AUGUST 8, 2022

While many on social media refer to their jobs as influencers, there are those who exert sway by simply doing something that others want to emulate. Other agents started to take notice of her Instagram efforts, and eventually Ingram started designing and collaborating with them on their social media outreach as well.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 5, 2016

I just wanted to remind you that our Social Media and tech training course is two weeks away! The first course is for assistants who want to learn how social media, apps and office tech can help increase their productivity and career development. Social Media, Apps and Office tech for Assistants.

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Andrea Kalli

MAY 2, 2011

Why You Should Spend Less Time Focusing on Spreading Your Social Media Circle and More on Specialization. . Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, LinkedIn – the mere mention of most social networks is enough to get a new media marketer working hard. Andrea Kalli Certified Internet and Social Marketing VA.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

I have been talking with people about social media a lot lately.    There is a lot of confusion and frustration about what to do and what not to do when it comes to social media.   The topic was on the social media mistakes that speakers make.  Have a Social Media Plan.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

You may think that only solopreneurs or social media influencers require a personal brand. If you have someone’s interest that far, then each additional post or other bit of media should add to that branded story. With your established personal brand in mind, audit your social media. Similarly, network online.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 27, 2011

As a Virtual Online Technology Assistant and a small business owner who has had a good deal of success using social media I’m often asked by others about how to use social media successfully for their own businesses. I just gave you the secret to making social media work for you and your business.

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Office Organization Success

APRIL 15, 2011

One area where business owners are seeking more and more support in is that of social networking – they find it overwhelming and don’t know what to do, so engage the services of a social media expert to manage it for them. Here are my 7 Dos and Don’ts for social networking success: 1.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

And with so many plugins and an inherent blogging capability, it’s a platform you will never outgrow. LinkedIn for Skills Learning and Networking. Where LinkedIn really shines is in its social media engine for networking. This website and handy mobile app does much more than attract recruiters in your job search.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 4, 2014

In today’s technology-centric workplace, many employers want employees to be savvy with social networking … especially in tech fields, marketing, public relations and media. Social Networking Tips. Do your homework and learn to use social networking to your professional advantage. Joan Burge.

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