Small Business Labs
DECEMBER 12, 2016
The average distance between buyers and sellers of services on the talent marketplace Upwork is over 1,000 miles. If you look at transactions where the buyers and sellers are both in the U.S., 96% of the buyers and sellers are more than 50 miles apart. These are just two of the many interesting facts found in Upwork's report The Independent Workforce in America: The Economics of an Increasingly Flexible Labor Market.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 12, 2016
I hope you are doing well this second Monday of December. I’ve been having a jolly time hosting daily webinars that started December 1 as a part of our 12 Days of Christmas this year. Office Dynamics is celebrating this month of giving by presenting free 30-minute webinars for 12 business days in a row. That’s a pretty heavy duty schedule but I’m having a blast.
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Eco-Office Gals
DECEMBER 11, 2016
Deciding to go green in your business is a great thing to do. However, everyone may not be on board. Many times, employees hesitate because change isn’t always easy to deal with. They may feel like these changes are forcing them to do things that make no sense or make their jobs harder. It is your duty as the boss to ensure that your employees find going green to be easy and to reduce any hassles that could occur.
The Office Professionals Place
DECEMBER 11, 2016
The evolution of the administrative professional is a development process that not only provides growth for the individual, but also for the industry. By 2024, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment for administrative assistants will increase by 8 percent. In addition to a growing population of office personnel, job duties and responsibilities will also escalate, which will require more skills, experience, and education.
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
Productivity Bits
DECEMBER 15, 2016
The start of a new year is often seen as the beginning of a new you; a clean slate that allows you to look back on the previous year, see where you went wrong, and correct those mistakes while growing and rebuilding yourself. It can be your health or physical fitness; it can be that dream job you wanted to get or any goal that you have always wanted to achieve; this is the time to do it!
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Building a strong partnership with your boss takes the right combination of time, practice, trust and these key elements addressed by Joan Burge in this free webinar. We invite you to watch the replay: Building a Strong Partnership. Important Webinar Resources. Download the Handout: Building A Star Partnership. Download the Chat Archive: Day 8 Chat Archive 12 Days.
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Eat Your Career
DECEMBER 12, 2016
This article is part of a series. Learn more about it and access links to other articles in the series here. Okay, stick with me. This might sound like an odd one, but it’s valuable nonetheless. Diminishing returns: This is a term often used in economics to refer to the point at which the level of profits (or benefits) gained is less than the amount of money or energy invested.
Practically Perfect PA
DECEMBER 15, 2016
I love the book Transitions by William Bridges , he says that new beginnings, all begin with an ending. As a result we may feel a sense of loss, then feel a little lost before we can embrace a new beginning. At this time of year you may be thinking about the New Year and starting afresh, you may even be visioning your success. This is of course a great thing to do when accompanied by realistic planning.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 14, 2016
What are the eight must-have skills for executive and administrative assistants for today? As you enter into 2017, be sure you are equipped with this top-notch skill set. Joan also talks about one bonus skill, tune in to see what it is. We invite you to watch the webinar replay: Must-Have Skills for 2017. Webinar Resources & Follow-up Links. Download the Webinar Handout: Must Have Skills For 2017.
Andrea Kalli
DECEMBER 15, 2016
The holidays is a perfect time to let your clients know you are thinking of them and that you appreciate them. Using a Christmas video as a message of appreciation to clients is one way to share your heartfelt message. In this video, the final scene shows a logo-to-snow effect, complete with wind whoosh sound effects, providing that extra special holiday goodness.
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.
Clutter Coach
DECEMBER 14, 2016
by Subscribe: iTunes ⋅ Stitcher ⋅ Soundcloud ⋅ YouTube ⋅ Google Play. You can leave a review here! In this episode, I’ll talk about maintaining a master list. This is the place you can do your brain dump and get mental clarity. Here are some highlights: What’s a brain dump? How do I write my entries? Won’t it get way too long?
Practically Perfect PA
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Over the last few months I have been busy behind the scenes working on the programme for Assist 2017. It is coming together really well, so I thought now would be a good time to share 10 reasons why I think you lovely lot should attend. It is on Friday 24th February in London. We have packed the day full of brilliant content, speakers and lots and lots of practical sessions designed for you to take back to the office with you.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 16, 2016
In this webinar we get to dig in deep with Chrissy Scivicque about what the skill “proactive” really is. What does it look like, how do you acquire and build this skill and so much more. We hope you take the time to tune in and watch this free webinar replay. Watch the Replay: The Proactive Professional with Chrissy Scivicque. Webinar Resources.
Productivityist
DECEMBER 15, 2016
“Sow an act and you reap a habit. Sow a habit and you reap a character. Sow a character and you reap a destiny.” – Charles Reade. Productivity requires taking action on your intentions. The best way to make progress with your intentions is to find a way to pay attention to them. Productivity habits – repeated actions that pair your intentions with attention – are an excellent way to do this.
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.
Energage
DECEMBER 13, 2016
Hall of Fame Quarterback Delivers Keynote at Dallas Top Workplaces Event. Roger Staubach addresses the 2016 Top 100 Places to Work in Dallas. Roger Staubach knows something about teamwork. And not just when it comes to football. As the Hall of Fame quarterback points out, “My life in business has been a lot longer than in football.” The legendary Cowboys player recently spoke about teamwork in business and in life to a hometown crowd of more than 1,000 people at the Omni Dallas Hotel at the 2016
The Art of Admin
DECEMBER 15, 2016
Let’s face it…Saving time as a busy admin is crucial to saving your sanity. We’ve all been there. That’s why I want to share these 25 super simple admin tips with you. But before I do… Can I check we’re. The post 25 Super Simple Admin Tips to Save Time & Your Sanity appeared first on The Art of Admin.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 15, 2016
In this free webinar Joan Burge dives right into the important skills that any administrative professional needs to embrace to become an exceptional self-leader. We invite you to view the webinar replay: Mastering Self Leadership. Webinar Resources. Download the Handout: Mastering Exceptional Self-Leadership. Download the Chat Archive: Day 11 Chat Archive 12 Days.
Productivityist
DECEMBER 12, 2016
We’re “broadcasting happiness” on this episode of The Productivityist Podcast with my guest Michelle Gielan, the bestselling author of Broadcasting Happiness. Michelle was a national CBS news anchor turned happiness researcher, founder of the Institute for Applied Positive Research and has a new special airing on PBS called Inspire Happiness with her husband, fellow happiness researcher Shawn Achor.
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.
Brilliantly Better
DECEMBER 14, 2016
If you ask a teenager these days about the Law Of Attraction, chances are that you will get a decent answer. Most likely, that teenager will know at least the basic information on the topic. He may even give you… The post The Power Of Intention appeared first on Dragos Roua.
Small Business CEO
DECEMBER 14, 2016
Customer relationship management systems, better known as CRMs, make running a business much simpler. Regardless of the industry you work in, it’s important to keep on top of your relationships with customers to improve trust, increase brand loyalty and deliver an excellent service. Below, we’ve put together just some of the ways in which companies can make the most out of CRMs.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 13, 2016
In today’s free webinar Joan shares Strategies for Being a World Class Assistant and she covers the topic of Creating a Career Portfolio. So much great information in this webinar. Please enjoy the replay. Watch the replay: Strategies for Being a World Class Assistant. Download the Handout: Strategies For Being A World Class Assistant. Download the Chat Archive: Day 9 Chat Archive 12 Days.
The Art of Admin
DECEMBER 15, 2016
We all want to save time right? And need to deliver the same outcome. While not sacrificing quality. Well here’s a tool you want to know about. It’s called Phrase Express. It’s the text expander – tada! And it’s my. The post Try This Sexy Time-Saving Text Expander – Perfect Tool For Busy Admin appeared first on The Art of Admin.
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
Brilliantly Better
DECEMBER 12, 2016
As of today, my 10th book, “Running For My Life” is available for pre-ordering on Kindle store. For the impatient, here’s the link: Running For My Life During pre-order window, the price is just $2.99. Starting from the launch day, December… The post Running For My Life, the book, Available For Pre-Order In Kindle Store appeared first on Dragos Roua.
Small Business CEO
DECEMBER 13, 2016
It’s nearing the time of year when you get to have fun at the office Christmas party. These parties are often held as team-bonding activities that ingratiate employees to their employer. They can start off positively because they are intended to show them that they are valued by the company, but there is also the risk of these parties becoming nightmares for the small business that throws them. photo credit: RichDelux / Flickr.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 15, 2016
Happy cheerful colleagues celebrating christmas party in office smiling giving presents. Every year, managers and human resources professionals like you struggle with the same issue: what to give their employees for the holidays. You’ve seen the looks on your employees’ faces when they all open the exact same pencil set or company tote bag and you don’t want to repeat that ever again.
Productivityist
DECEMBER 13, 2016
The following is a guest post by Shawn Blanc, creator of The Focus Course and host of the Creative Focus Online Summit. Shawn is a writer, small-business owner, productivity coach, and creative entrepreneur living in Kansas City with his wife and their three sons. My life changed forever when my wife and I had our first child. Becoming a dad was one of the most incredible and defining moments of my entire life.
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.
Brilliantly Better
DECEMBER 10, 2016
2 of my books (arguably the most popular ones) are going to be free for the next 4 days in kindle. Each of these books is based on a corresponding blog post, with more than half a million viewers each.… The post “100 Ways To” Series Is Free For The Next 4 Days In Kindle appeared first on Dragos Roua.
Small Business CEO
DECEMBER 14, 2016
Everybody wants something for nothing. It’s human nature to want free stuff, but free doesn’t necessarily need to mean it’s ‘cheap and hasty’. In the world of lead generation , there are a variety of options for you to choose from when attempting to get ahead and build your business on the back of another company’s system. If you’re a company looking for those leads, it’s important for you to restrain your enthusiasm, and make a calculated decision on whom your partner in growth should be.
Small Business Labs
DECEMBER 13, 2016
"D rug overdoses and drug-related diseases have killed nearly 400,000 people in the United States over the past decade—on par with the number of American soldiers who died during World War II. Nearly 400,000 others have committed suicide, while 250,000 died from liver disease and other alcohol-related illnesses. About a fifth of all of these deaths involved prescription painkillers or heroin.
Small Business CEO
DECEMBER 15, 2016
The world of is quite complex, and you must ensure you are ahead of the game in the new year. There are several different SEO techniques that you may appreciate, and you will find your business performing well when new customers find your site. Have a look at each tip on the list, and ensure you have attempted as many techniques as possible. This article explains how you may become a master of your own SEO using simple methods. #1: Social Media.
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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