Office Dynamics
MARCH 11, 2020
The world around us is in a state of pandemonium. The threat of Coronavirus has highlighted our greatest fears and worst nightmares. Its tentacles have a firm chokehold on the economy, and basic infrastructures are grinding to a halt. Times like these remind us of an old concept developed during the Cold War era, VUCA. VUCA stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity.
Tips From T. Marie
MARCH 11, 2020
If you work from home you’re probably feeling pretty good about the whole Coronavirus thing. After all, you don’t have to get out of the house in order to go to work, right? Maybe, but we should still prepare our home business for the Coronavirus, flu or any other illness that becomes widespread. Why? Not every home business owner works strictly from a home office.
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Eat Your Career
MARCH 8, 2020
As you may know, I host a free Q&A session every month. ( You can sign up to be a part of them here. ) During this time, I put on my “career coach” cap and answer questions submitted by participants related to your career and workplace issues. It’s truly one my favorite things to do! Oddly, there seems to be a handful of the questions that get asked over and over again.
Practically Perfect PA
MARCH 10, 2020
In a recent survey we conducted with the Practically Perfect PA readers we found that many Assistants struggle with the huge amount of work they have to get through in a day. The fast-paced environment, the never-ending deadlines and demands on their time seems to have become the norm. In this article we will [.].
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
Office Dynamics
MARCH 10, 2020
With all the buzz technology and workplace trends generate, it’s easy to forget that the foundation of every administrative professional should be built on timeless skills. Failing to develop these critical cornerstones for administrative assistants often means failure to thrive and succeed. There’s a reason some skills are needed decade after decade.
Ian's Messy Desk
MARCH 9, 2020
The post Put Things in Their Place to Get Organized appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. One of the oldest organizing adages is often attributed to Ben Franklin, “A place for everything and everything in its place.” Whether Ben was the first to say it is debatable, the truth of the saying is not. The single-most important step you can take when organizing is ensuring you have a place to put […].
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Practically Perfect PA
MARCH 12, 2020
We know that many Assistants are heavily involved in organising events. And right now it is likely that some of you will be facing a headache around the decision to take your event/s online.The impact of the continuing COVID-19 outbreak may mean that you have to look at your upcoming events in a very different [.].
Brilliantly Better
MARCH 13, 2020
The world is rapidly heading towards a general lockdown these days, because of the Corona virus pandemic. Entire countries are shutting down, flights are suspended between continents, people are advised (or forced) to work from home, public activity is reduced to a minimum. It’s like humanity hit the brakes so hard, you can almost hear. Read more 5 Unexpected Positive Effects Of The Coronavirus Panic.
Productivityist
MARCH 11, 2020
On this episode of the podcast I’m joined by J. Elise Keith , co-founder of Lucid Meetings and author of Where The Action Is: The Meetings That Make or Break Your Organization. We dive into an area of our work lives that can have a direct impact on our overall productivity both individually and organizationally. That area is… meetings.
BioTeams
MARCH 11, 2020
The world is currently facing new challenges and the impacts of potential global pandemics are shaking fundamental working paradigms that contributed to and engineered economic success in the past. Companies are being forced to look at ways to support their workers through virtual technologies that foster remote working and collaborative project engagements in distributed, non physical environments.
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. If you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner—and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 8, 2020
With the sheer volume of content that’s being added to the Internet on a daily basis, you’ve really got to impress if you want people to pick your content assets out of the crowd. But for many businesses, creating engaging content isn’t something that comes easy. Luckily, with a few tweaks and changes, you can adjust the content you’re already creating to make it appeal to more people on a deeper level.
Brilliantly Better
MARCH 11, 2020
This will probably go down in history as one of the biggest social engineering events of humanity, probably one that will mark the beginning of a new era. In the sense that “life after Coronavirus” and “life before Coronavirus” will be strikingly different. The Facts Covid-19 is a highly viral respiratory infection, first identified in. Read more Social Engineering – The “Coronavirus Event” The post Social Engineering – The “Coronavirus Event” appeared first o
TED Talks
MARCH 11, 2020
The ocean is a naturally noisy place full of singing whales, grunting fish, snapping shrimp, cracking ice, wind and rain. But human-made sounds -- from ship engines to oil drilling -- have become an acute threat to marine life, says science journalist Nicola Jones. Watch (and listen) as she discusses the strange things that happen to underwater creatures in the face of ocean noise pollution -- and shares straightforward ways we can dial down the sound to see almost immediate impacts.
BioTeams
MARCH 11, 2020
The world is currently facing new challenges and the impacts of potential global pandemics are shaking fundamental working paradigms that contributed to and engineered economic success in the past. Companies are being forced to look at ways to support their workers through virtual technologies that foster remote working and collaborative project engagements in distributed, non physical environments.
Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP
The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 8, 2020
Corporate videos are a great way to onboard new employees, introduce your brand at events, or attract new clients. Some can be informational in nature, or for training purposes. In all cases, corporate videos have to be compelling enough for your audience to actually follow them, but they have to be well made as well if you want them to accomplish their purpose.
Brilliantly Better
MARCH 8, 2020
It’s been already a year since I moved to Spain and many parts of my life are starting to fit together quite nicely. One of the most important parts, work, was specifically interesting during last year and in today’s post I’m going to share what went good, not so good and great about working from. Read more The Utterly Incomplete, Deeply Biased And Soon-To-Be-Outdated “Working From Coffee Shops Guide” In Valencia.
TED Talks
MARCH 10, 2020
Many of the symptoms of menopause -- hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, memory lapses, depression and anxiety -- start in the brain. How exactly does menopause impact cognitive health? Sharing groundbreaking findings from her research, neuroscientist Lisa Mosconi reveals how decreasing hormonal levels affect brain aging -- and shares simple lifestyle changes you can make to support lifelong brain health.
Productivityist
MARCH 11, 2020
On this episode of the podcast I’m joined by J. Elise Keith , co-founder of Lucid Meetings and author of Where The Action Is: The Meetings That Make or Break Your Organization. We dive into an area of our work lives that can have a direct impact on our overall productivity both individually and organizationally. That area is… meetings.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 11, 2020
So, you’ve decided to get into the human resources industry, what should be your first step? First and foremost, you need to answer a single, most important question – do you have all the skills needed to prosper in this position? If yes, that’s great and you can probably start reacting to relevant job openings! However, what if you don’t have those skills yet?
The Marq
MARCH 9, 2020
Today I started the Story Skills Workshop , one of t he many workshops that Seth Godin and his team have put together to help us each become more than a single person, to make a difference. I posted my introduction in the workshop and realized I've not shared here what I wrote there. Here it is: I came here because I want to become a better human at best, a better business person at least.
TED Talks
MARCH 13, 2020
The climate crisis is too vast and complicated to solve with a silver bullet, says author David Wallace-Wells. What we need is a shift in how we live. Follow along as he lays out some of the dramatic actions we could take to build a livable, prosperous world in the age of global warming. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey !
Small Business CEO
MARCH 13, 2020
CRM software is the primary automation tool that’s used for customer relationship management in a business organization. In a more profound sense, it also refers to the strategies and technologies that companies use to reach out to customers. Not only does CRM software apply to their existing customers, but also to those they’re still trying to target.
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
MARCH 13, 2020
According to the latest Retail and Food Services report of the Department of Commerce in August, American have spent more than $2 billion at restaurants compared to the total money spent at grocery stores. This statistic only shows how everyone loves dining out. Rather than cooking their meals, people would prefer to spend on ordering meals at different local restaurants.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 13, 2020
Becoming unemployed can be devastating for anyone, particularly those with a family to support. The stress of maintaining a home and ‘putting food on the table’ can cause great unhappiness and this can be compounded if finances are not taken care of during this difficult period. Clearly, it will be necessary to review all expenditure and to prioritize spending as much as possible.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 12, 2020
When it comes to business taxes, it doesn’t pay to mess around with what’s due to the IRS. They don’t have a sense of humor about getting payments in on time and can take steps against the business, including charging interest, adding penalties or even freezing accounts if it comes to it. In this article, we cover the steps to take when a business is struggling to pay its taxes. 1.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 10, 2020
Jewelry store owners conduct a risk analysis to find all risks that could affect the business. The findings show the business owner the best ways to protect the company and its inventory. Entrepreneurs who want to start a jewelry business should review these top three biggest risks of starting a jewelry business. 1. Theft and Burglary. Theft and burglary are the greatest risks for jewelry store owners.
Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry
Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 9, 2020
Of all the departments within a small business, perhaps no two have a more dysfunctional relationship than sales and marketing. Different surveys reveal different reasons for this, but the most common culprit is poor communication. The sales team might believe marketing should provide better leads, while marketing might think sales should do a better job closing the leads it does generate.
Small Business CEO
MARCH 12, 2020
There are two types of people when it comes to starting and maintaining healthy financial habits: people who think they’ve got it all under control, and others who have no clue what they’re doing. The one thing that both have in common is that they are both guilty of having bad habits that they may not recognize. According to Ubiquity , a retirement and 401k savings plan provider, here are a few of the most common bad habits in managing your personal finances and how to overcome them. 1.
TED Talks
MARCH 12, 2020
Professor Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor leads a thoughtful and history-backed examination of one of the most divisive words in the English language: the N-word. Drawing from personal experience, she explains how reflecting on our points of encounter with the word can help promote productive discussions and, ultimately, create a framework that reshapes education around the complicated history of racism in the US.
TED Talks
MARCH 9, 2020
What if the government ran more like Silicon Valley? Engineer Matt Cutts shares why he decided to leave Google (where he worked for nearly 17 years) for a career in the US government -- and makes the case that if you really want to make an impact, go where your help is needed most. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at [link] Hosted on Acast.
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.
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