Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 17, 2016
Hopefully you are familiar with Ted Talks , if not, here is a quick overview of what they are all about. TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages.
Office Dynamics
JUNE 13, 2016
I can’t tell you the number of times people have told me they won’t attend a conference or training program if their employer will not pay for it. Additionally, many people will not even purchase a book or online program for themselves. I find this amazing as investing in your education is the best investment you can make. You will always get a great return on your investment (providing you are grasping the information and doing something with it.).
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Small Business Labs
JUNE 16, 2016
We were surprised to see that several of the reasons given for Microsoft's acquisition of LinkedIn relate to coworking. At a very high level both Microsoft and LinkedIn execs are explaining the main deal driver is the opportunity of combining productivity applications and networking. Key quote from MSFT's CEO's memo to employees on the deal: "Think about it: How people find jobs, build skills, sell, market and get work done and ultimately find success requires a connected
Job Advice Blog
JUNE 14, 2016
What comes to mind when you think about a phone interview? For most people, the image of just a guy at home sitting at his desk, with his top half […] The post The Art of the Phone Interview appeared first on JTL Services Inc.
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
JUNE 15, 2016
With Assist Travel just a few month’s away, I thought I would share everything that I have been working on behind the scenes. We have been busy, busy, busy finalising the programme and speakers – I am so excited about this year’s line-up. We really do have world-class speakers talking all thing business travel. The venue has been confirmed and we have some brilliant suppliers attending the exhibition. .
Productivity Bits
JUNE 16, 2016
Getting work done is no easy feat for anyone. It’s difficult to sit down and concentrate on one task in a world full of distractions. These distractions also cause stress, which makes work even more unbearable. The key to getting work done is to decrease your stress, which can develop from a variety of situations — from issues in your personal life to your workload at the office.
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Job Advice Blog
JUNE 14, 2016
What comes to mind when you think about a phone interview? For most people, the image of just a guy at home sitting at his desk, with his top half wearing a nice suit and tie, bottom half covered only by a pair of American Eagle boxers comes to mind.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 13, 2016
Next up in our series of blog posts about regional PA networks, we have the Peterborough PA network. Launched by Bethany Fovargue in 2013 this network has gone from strength to strength and Bethany is now asked to speak and promote the role of assistants all over the world. . Firstly, can I have a little background about you…. What is your career background?
Clutter Coach
JUNE 14, 2016
by. In this episode, I’ll talk about what you need to file, and the many things you don’t need to keep at all. Here are some highlights: But I might need it! How do I know if it’s important? What if I’m afraid to get rid of it? This podcast is based on my book, 52 Simple Ways to Get Organized, available on my website. Each week I go into greater depth about one of the 52 ways.
Small Business Labs
JUNE 13, 2016
The Washington Post article Why are millennials putting off marriage? Let me count the ways covers the decline in marriage rates. This is not a new trend and the article lists the reasons often listed in the past - student debt, shakey overall finances, lack of jobs, etc. But it adds another interesting reason. According to the article, dating apps are causing people to delay or not get marriage.
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.
Job Advice Blog
JUNE 14, 2016
What comes to mind when you think about a phone interview? For most people, the image of just a guy at home sitting at his desk, with his top half wearing a nice suit and tie, bottom half covered only by a pair of American Eagle boxers comes to mind. He’s on his computer when […]. The post The Art of the Phone Interview appeared first on JTL Services Inc.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 14, 2016
Situated in the breathtaking surrounds of the coastal paradise on the French Riviera, the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, running from June 18th-25th attracts a global audience of the biggest players in the communications, advertising and marketing industries. “Creativity matters for business, for change, for good.”. The tagline for the event sets a theme for world famous keynote speakers from the world’s top ad agencies, production houses, global tech and social media giants
Clutter Coach
JUNE 14, 2016
by. In this episode, I’ll talk about how clutter isn’t just a physical problem. It also weighs you down emotionally. Here are some highlights: But my clutter isn’t junk! Are you ashamed to invite friends over? Are you using clutter to protect yourself? This podcast is based on my book, 52 Simple Ways to Get Organized, available on my website.
Small Business Labs
JUNE 11, 2016
Venture Capital firm Kleiner-Perkins released the 2016 edition of Mary Meeker's annual Internet Trends report last week (Meeker is a partner at KPCB). As with prior years, it's a long (213 pages), data rich set of charts looking at what's happening in the Internet economy. Meeker's annual report is hugely popular, well worth reading and full of interesting data.
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.
Productivityist
JUNE 16, 2016
I’m a firm believer in looking inward to find ways to move ahead. For me, journaling is a powerful tool in this process. Putting pen to paper on a regular basis – even if for only a few minutes per day – deepens your connection to the work you’re doing. This simple step allows you to review your progress and helps ensure that you move in the right direction.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 13, 2016
Do not try to do everything. Do one thing well. – Steve Jobs. It’s Hard to Do Less. As business owners sometimes the hardest thing is doing less. All sorts of opportunities can present themselves to us and with that can come the temptation to take on work that’s beyond the original business plan. If we aren’t careful we can spread our resources so thin that we end up doing nothing really well.
Clutter Coach
JUNE 14, 2016
by. In this episode, I’ll talk about what to do about all those piles of paper. Here are some highlights: Is piling okay? Do I need to sort out all my paper? Why does paper pile up despite my best intentions? This podcast is based on my book, 52 Simple Ways to Get Organized, available on my website. Each week I go into greater depth about one of the 52 ways.
Brilliantly Better
JUNE 16, 2016
If you read my blog on a regular basis, you know that I am aligned with a lot of Buddhist concepts. Many of these concepts or activities are related to mind training. I’m talking about meditation, mostly, but there are… The post The Meaning Of “Zen” In ZenTasktic appeared first on Dragos Roua.
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.
Productivityist
JUNE 14, 2016
Here’s a typical day for most people: Wake up. Get ready for work. Go to work. Work. Get ready to go home. Go home. Do “home” work. Have some leisure time. Go to bed. This might be simplifying things, but these are the basics. Sure, some of these things could be arranged in a different order, but they do happen at some point in the day. But there’s more to it than that.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 15, 2016
So, you’ve decided to be a freelancer, and you’ve successfully acquired your first set of clients. You were able to negotiate the payment rate that you want, and you’ve worked on a contract and terms of conditions that detail the responsibilities of both parties. Give yourself a pat on the back, you’re well on the way to independence. Of course, things don’t stop at this point.
Productivityist
JUNE 13, 2016
On this episode I speak with Nick Snapp, the host of The Make It Snappy Productivity Show and a productivity strategist who specializes on helping people “hack” Corporate. Nick’s story is rooted in finding creative ways to “hack” Corporate, escape the office, and still achieve exceptional performance ratings. We talk about the challenges he (and I) have faced translating Corporate skills to personal productivity as entrepreneurs.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 16, 2016
Many people dream of owning small businesses. Unfortunately, not all of them realize that small companies often have a hard time competing with larger businesses. Perhaps that isn’t such a serious concern, since you can use these four tips to make a small business feel like a big one. Build a Professional Website. It doesn’t matter whether you own a farm or a travel agency, your company needs a professional website that gives visitors valuable information about your business, product
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
Small Business CEO
JUNE 17, 2016
When you have the responsibility for buying a car for your company, the choice can be even more difficult than when you buy one for personal use. Whether you run your own small business or are in charge of an extensive fleet of vehicles for a larger company, the basic elements are still the same – you need to get good value for money and you have to make sure the vehicle will be up to the task.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 15, 2016
Do you think of meetings as a waste of your company’s time and energy? Meetings can be the backbone of any well run organization. They can also be a time waster that leads a good business down the pathway to disorganization and lost opportunities. How you as the captain of your small ship use the time spent in meetings can have a huge impact on the entire organization in the long run.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 17, 2016
High school seniors certainly feel the pressure when it comes time to decide upon what colleges they’ll be applying to and what majors they’ll be declaring upon receiving those acceptance letters and completing their enrollment at their chosen colleges and universities. But, as with everything else, when it comes to college majors, there are those that are certainly more popular than others and that attract the most students for a variety of reasons.
Brilliantly Better
JUNE 13, 2016
For the last few months I’ve been constantly working on a new project. It’s a collaborative task management app, based on my Assess – Decide – Do productivity framework. If you follow my blog constantly you already know about iAdd,… The post Introducing ZenTasktic: Collaborative Task Management – With A Dash Of Zen appeared first on Dragos Roua.
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.
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