Administrative Arts

JULY 13, 2024

When I first started interviewing for Admin Asst positions, I didn’t put travel arrangements on my resume. I mean, any idiot can make travel arrangements, can’t they? But then on every interview, I was asked about my ability to handle travel arrangements. I finally figured out that there is an art to keeping the boss happy when he’s traveling.

Travel

Success

JULY 13, 2024

You always hear people say that mistakes and failures are opportunities for growth. For Ricardo Jiménez, learning from failure has absolutely proven to be an opportunity, and on a grand scale. In fact, he’s written a book called Crash Course , that details the creation and collapse of his start-up business and, more importantly, what he learned from the experience.

Learning

Success

JULY 13, 2024

Summer is the perfect time to organize a “Winter Education” for the ultimate corporate team- building experience. Imagine if your yearly company retreat was a camping trip—in subzero temperatures. For one Swedish company, it is. While the prospect of trudging through the snow might not sound like a particularly cozy corporate bonding experience, Stockholm-based Fjällräven , which makes camping equipment and hiking apparel, says it’s a great way to build their employees’ confidence in the outdoor

Social Media

Success

JULY 13, 2024

Katie Wood, an attorney in Tennessee, made a TikTok video about the little things she does to fight against discrimination in the workplace, referencing the acts as microfeminism. Her video went viral, gaining more than 3 million views. Unlike grand gestures or sweeping policy changes, microfeminism focuses on small, everyday acts that challenge patriarchal norms and promote inclusivity.

Policies

Speaker: Chester Santos

Forgetfulness is costing you time, money, and a ton of missed opportunities. In the age of automation, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-trained human mind. But memory isn’t just a parlor trick, it's a strategic edge. Human memory is one of the most underrated business skills. Whether you’re managing people, leading sessions, or having high-stakes conversations, remembering names, details, and concepts can be transformative in building trust, absorbing knowledge, and driving perform

Skills

Success

JULY 13, 2024

Though the rewards of travel are endless, it’s often the time it takes to get to the final destination that can be taxing. As a travel journalist , I’ve spent countless hours in the air and on the ground for layovers, trying to find ways to keep myself busy or squeeze in a nap. My saving grace when making transcontinental journeys has always been airport lounges—a transitory home away from home with perks that range from full buffets to a relaxing shower.

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