Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 1, 2024
The Four Key Elements for Project Success Managing projects can be a challenging task, especially for Assistants juggling multiple responsibilities. Whether you're running events for your department or introducing new procedures, having a structured approach to project management can make all the difference. Here are the [.
Allwork
JULY 29, 2024
The Paris 2024 Olympics are committed to being climate-positive through eco-friendly infrastructure, carbon neutrality, and waste reduction. The Olympics emphasize collaboration, global community, and prioritizing health and well-being, which can also drive innovation and productivity in workplaces. Businesses can adopt Olympic principles by promoting sustainability, fostering collaboration, and supporting employee well-being to achieve long-term success and positive impact.
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Tips From T. Marie
AUGUST 1, 2024
Running a virtual services business is all about juggling a million tasks while trying not to drop the ball—or your sanity. Whether it’s drafting content, managing client communications, or expanding my service offerings, there’s always something demanding my attention. Enter ChatGPT for virtual assistants, my not-so-secret weapon that helps me reclaim precious hours.
Eat Your Career
JULY 29, 2024
Early in my career, I worked for a leader who had a lot of emotional intensity. Extreme highs and lows were common. Every day, I would arrive at work walking on eggshells, waiting to see what kind of mood he was in because that would determine the kind of day I had. After about a year, it suddenly dawned on me that my response to him was very unhealthy.
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
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 30, 2024
Building a Collaborative Partnership with your Executive In this article, we will dive into the secret sauce of how you and your Executive can become a highly effective team - building a collaborative partnership with your Executive. It goes without saying that our role is the [.
Allwork
JULY 31, 2024
Hybrid working is now commonplace for most white-collar workers, but an increasing number of workers are coming into the office during the week. The flexible workspaces of today are beautiful and amenity-rich, with fitness studios and outdoor spaces popular offerings to entice people back into the office. Local workspaces are meeting the demand for working near home, including coworking in pubs, cafes, and business parks.
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Office Organization Success
JULY 30, 2024
Events are more than just gatherings; they are opportunities for people to connect, celebrate, and create unforgettable memories. However, behind every successful event is a team of dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to bring everything together seamlessly – the event production company. What is Event Production? Event production refers to the process of organizing and managing all aspects of an event, from planning and coordination to execution and evaluation.
BMT Office Administration
JULY 30, 2024
What do remote work, artificial intelligence advancements, and video conferencing tools all have in common? They’re all significant contributors to the rapid digitization of the modern workplace. Digital transformation has been skyrocketing since the pandemic in 2020, with digitalization increasing by an average of 6 points across the world’s advanced economies the year after.
Allwork
AUGUST 1, 2024
Acquiring expertise in high-demand skills can give individuals a competitive edge in the job market — providing access to lucrative career paths and the ability to adapt to technological advancements. These skills can be gained through affordable or no-cost online courses (e-learning) which offer accessible and flexible opportunities for career development.
Success
AUGUST 1, 2024
It’s the last thing you’d expect to hear from your lawyer. But the Golden State Warriors’ chief legal counsel, David Kelly, sees his background as just part of a career full of creativity, music and writing. For him, it’s all related. To others, it seems like he’s succeeded in multiple, full careers in the time that most master just one. Kelly sees a growing intersection between sports and entertainment, leveraging his background as an underground Chicago rapper to persuade Warriors owners Joe L
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
Workplace Insight
AUGUST 2, 2024
Remote work and ‘hybrid working’ models may greatly enhance employees’ work-life balance, but new research suggests they might also be stifling innovation. The study , led by economists from the University of Essex and the University of Chicago found that employees who worked in a hybrid model were less likely to come up with innovative ideas compared to their colleagues who always worked in the office.
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
JULY 28, 2024
Jenna Spencer is the Founder and Visionary at AssistPro®, a fractional executive assistant agency. Since 2014, Jenna and her team have matched hundreds of busy leaders with their Right-Fit Assistant. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Jenna talks about the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) system and how assistants might interact and support executives utilizing EOS, understanding different communication types, delegation as an assistant, and quick tips for those on the job hu
Allwork
JULY 30, 2024
Tesla plans to employ advanced AI, robotics, and battery technology to realize humanoid robots, though the complexity of the task makes the timeline ambitious. The introduction of humanoid robots may lead to job displacement in manual and semi-skilled labor, but also the creation of new roles and industries, demanding effective retraining programs and thoughtful transition management.
Success
JULY 31, 2024
Employee training can often feel dull and tedious, especially if you are working remotely and doing it in a vacuum. Reading long documents and watching endless lectures on video just isn’t cutting it anymore. Instead, many companies are turning to gamification to spice up professional development. British computer programmer Nick Pelling is credited with coining the term in 2002.
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.
Workplace Insight
JULY 30, 2024
Collaborating with artificial intelligence increases the volume, diversity and detail of new ideas from business leaders according to a new poll from design consultancy IDEO. The survey also suggests that using AI to accelerate innovation rather than efficiency can increase growth by more than a third. In the study 1,000 business leaders answered a brief to design new products and services that could achieve both growth and sustainability objectives.
TED Talks
JULY 31, 2024
What's the most important thing to look for when applying for a new job? Entrepreneur Marion Campan advocates for a focus on company culture above all else. She offers practical strategies for evaluating companies before accepting a new position — including how to ask the right questions about values, feedback and expectations — to help job seekers find positions where they can thrive.
Allwork
JULY 29, 2024
Remote work’s flexibility can lead to increased procrastination, given the lack of traditional office structures and the presence of more distractions in non-conventional workspaces. Enhanced productivity in remote work can be achieved by establishing structured routines, practicing effective time management techniques, and utilizing digital accountability tools.
Success
AUGUST 2, 2024
You want more money. In fact, you believe you deserve it for a job well done. So, why not ask for it? Plenty of reasons… A recent survey of 1,000 American employees determined the top three reasons Americans are afraid to ask for a raise, finding that 80% feel they are entitled to one but only 60% plan to ask. Cited reasons include: not knowing how to ask, fear of rejection and concern about job security.
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.
Workplace Insight
JULY 30, 2024
The notion of work-life balance has been talked about for decades with the underlying claim that if you achieve it, everything will be perfect. In post-Covid workplaces, hybrid working is becoming the norm and promises of flexibility and yoga on a Thursday lunchtime adorn recruitment adverts. From a distance, it would be easy to think we’ve now nailed the work-life balance challenge.
TED Talks
JULY 29, 2024
In 2022, physicist Tammy Ma and her team achieved a scientific breakthrough decades in the making: fusion ignition, or the combining of two atoms to generate more energy out of a reaction than was put in — recreating on Earth the same process that powers the Sun. She explains how they used a giant laser (way, way bigger than you're thinking) to catalyze this reaction and shares a vision for how this technology could change the world by creating limitless clean energy.
Allwork
JULY 31, 2024
Traditional offices prioritized process, hierarchy, and task-oriented workflows, with spaces assigned based on title and status. Modern offices emphasize purpose, belonging, and community, promoting wellness, culture, and engagement to better accommodate employees’ evolving work needs. Creating a people-centric workplace boosts employee engagement, which leads to lower turnover, higher retention, and increased productivity and revenue for organizations.
Success
JULY 30, 2024
With a broad horizon of careers spanning from advocating for women of color on live television to fueling communities with outstanding philanthropic work, these five powerful Latina changemakers know what it means to create change. Learn more about how these trailblazing Latina changemakers are making a positive impact. And discover what they have to say about the power of representation.
Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC
Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult
Workplace Insight
AUGUST 2, 2024
Rising levels of workplace sickness are costing UK businesses billions each year, according to a new report from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR). The think tank’s analysis reveals that the annual hidden cost of employee sickness has surged by £30 billion since 2018. Of this increase, £25 billion is attributed to lower productivity from employees working while ill, with only £5 billion due to an increase in sick days.
TED Talks
AUGUST 1, 2024
Millions of people say they care deeply about climate change. yet they're not showing up at elections to turn their concern into political power, says environmental voting advocate Nathaniel Stinnett. He explains why increasing voter participation is essential to advancing the climate movement and shows how his team is mobilizing millions of new environmental voters — without talking about climate change at all.
Allwork
AUGUST 2, 2024
Firmspace Denver prioritizes privacy, security, and support to cater to finance, legal, and business professionals, separating it from more open, recreational coworking spaces. The facility offers private offices, meeting rooms, event spaces, wellness facilities, and full office utilities, ensuring a seamless and productive working environment. Located in central Denver with easy access to amenities and public transportation, Firmspace combines professional support with occasional community even
Success
AUGUST 2, 2024
Americans have money on their minds—and not in a good way. The 2024 Financial Angst Report by NerdWallet found that 28% of respondents experience financial anxiety and 84% experience financial stress. Unfortunately, anxiety can have long-term effects: The Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center found that people experiencing financial anxiety are also less likely to be planning for retirement to secure their future financially.
Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street
In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.
Jennie Lyon
JULY 30, 2024
As the CEO of a digital marketing agency, I have the privilege of working with businesses that are just starting to become multi-million dollar corporations. After over twenty years in this business, I can tell you that there’s a major indicator of future success for online businesses. Businesses bound to succeed understand that marketing is… The post Pros and Cons of Investing in Marketing for Your Online Business appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing and Virtual Assistant
Workplace Insight
JULY 30, 2024
New research from BT claims there is widespread anxiety among business leaders in the HR sector regarding the pace of technological change. In fact, 96 percent of HR company directors and executives report suffering from ‘bytemares’ – tech-related stress that’s severe enough to disrupt their sleep – with cybersecurity and AI coming up as the main sources of anxiety.
Allwork
JULY 30, 2024
C ompanies are leveraging more stringent return-to-office (RTO) mandates than last year, often in the guise of boosting teamwork and workplace productivity, but new data found some have a hidden agenda of producing voluntary resignations. A recent survey by BambooHR exposes this trend, revealing that one in four VP and C-suite executives, and one in five HR professionals disclosed that RTO mandates were initiated with the hope of triggering voluntary turnover among employees.
Success
JULY 31, 2024
Cultures from around the world can inform and inspire us about how to live our best lives. From Spain’s “siesta” to Japan’s “shinrin-yoku” to Denmark’s “hygge,” these approaches have caught on around the world. The latest to keep an eye on is “friluftsliv” (pronounced free-loofts-liv), which means “open-air life” and can be considered hygge’s outdoorsy cousin, according to Linda Åkeson McGurk, author of The Open-Air Life: Discover the Nordic Art of Friluftsliv and Embrace Nature Every Day.
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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