Practically Perfect PA
MAY 9, 2024
Building Habits and Repetitions: A Key to Strategic Success as an Executive Assistant Working strategically with an Executive requires more than just completing tasks. It involves developing a deep understanding of the business, building solid relationships, and effectively communicating with executives and other stakeholders. An essential [.
Allwork
MAY 7, 2024
Hybrid work is the current trend, with many employees preferring to keep this arrangement, creating uncertainty about the future of office spaces. Economic indicators suggest a mismatch between the supply of and demand for office spaces, posing financial challenges for real estate. Future remote work patterns may lead to reduced office needs, altering financial strategies and potentially impacting company cultures and real estate markets.
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Office Dynamics
MAY 8, 2024
Explore effective strategies to combat virtual meeting fatigue and improve well-being and productivity in the digital era.
Allwork
MAY 8, 2024
Makerspaces emerged as innovative areas where people can design, prototype, and create physical objects — combining elements of community workshops, studios, and classrooms. A significant investment is required to establish and maintain a makerspace, and safety protocols are critical given the use of potentially hazardous equipment. These factors must be weighed against potential benefits.
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
Productivityist
MAY 6, 2024
In the rhythm of life, each week presents a new opportunity to blend ambition with well-being, pushing towards our goals while ensuring we don’t lose sight of what keeps us grounded. This week, join me on a journey where we explore the art of balancing relentless pursuit with resilience, rest, and reflection. We’ll dive deep into each day, uncovering how to manage challenges, optimize our energy, and align our actions with our deepest values.
Success
MAY 6, 2024
It’s hard to argue with Hello Seven’s mission statement: “ We should all be millionaires.” With an emphasis on all. It’s a solid plan and one that the business coaching consultancy’s Rachel Rodgers is manifesting day in and day out. With all the talk about leaning into a career, Rodgers is teaching professionals how to lean into their worth—especially groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people and people with disabilities.
Administrative Professionals Pulse brings together the best content for administrative professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Allwork
MAY 9, 2024
American cities like Tulsa, Topeka, and states like West Virginia are offering financial incentives, including cash payments and social perks, to attract remote workers as a strategy to bolster local economies and reverse population decline. Incentive programs often require the remote worker to commit to living in the area for a set period and include additional benefits like free recreational activities and coworking space access.
Workplace Insight
MAY 9, 2024
Four years after the start of the pandemic, a new survey from JLL claims that hybrid working is now the most common workstyle globally, with 87 percent of organisations operating with a hybrid program today. JLL’s new 2024 Global Occupancy Planning Benchmarking Report claims to outline how hybrid offices are actively shifting to accommodate a greater variety of work activities and how companies can look at occupancy planning and workplace design more holistically to reflect these changes.
Success
MAY 8, 2024
With a growing desire for increased global mobility, more Americans are exploring the prospect of obtaining dual citizenship or even renouncing their U.S. citizenship in favor of a different country’s. Data from the U.S. State Department in 2020 estimated that more than 9 million Americans live outside the country. Judi Galst is the managing director of private clients for Henley & Partners, an advisor company that helps people obtain citizenship by investment.
Practically Perfect PA
MAY 7, 2024
Skills Needed to Work as an Assistant in the Technology Industry The technology industry is a fast-paced and ever-evolving sector that requires a unique set of skills for those who work as Assistants. Whether you are considering a career change or looking to upskill in your [.
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.
Allwork
MAY 6, 2024
With the landscape of employment undergoing significant transformations due to technological advancements and changing work cultures, it’s crucial to stay ahead with the most effective job search strategies. Update your resume, optimize your digital presence on platforms like LinkedIn, and showcase your unique value proposition to stand out to recruiters.
TED Talks
MAY 6, 2024
How much should we invest in teachers, and what should new investment actually involve? Education innovator Randy Seriguchi Jr. suggests the US should create a "G.I. Bill" for teachers, with a particular emphasis on uplifting Black male professionals. He shares a model of this idea in action through community partnerships in San Francisco, which provide aspiring teachers with graduate school tuition, subsidized housing, personalized fit assessments and more.
Success
MAY 5, 2024
You’re probably asking yourself, “How do I keep growing? How do I stay relevant? How do I maximize my career trajectory over time?” If you’re operating “ career forward ” like we are, you’re building equity—the same way you might in your financial life. But you create this equity in your career. We call it professional equity. As you start focusing on building professional equity, let’s continue the analogy with this idea: Think of yourself as a growth stock.
Workplace Insight
MAY 7, 2024
Any survey that sets out to establish what people believe cuts their productivity and annoys them most about their workplace invariably throws up the same result; the noise and distractions generated by other people. So it will come as no surprise to learn that the same surveys usually find that employees believe that peace and quiet and freedom from distractions is the most important factor when it comes to getting some decent work done.
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.
Allwork
MAY 9, 2024
Gen X had the largest percentage of workers (30%) who said they have difficulty understanding their coworkers — more than other generations. Some of the most used slang words found their way into the vocabulary of multiple generations. For example, Baby boomers and Gen X are both using the slang word “bummer,” while Millennials and Gen Z both use the texting abbreviation “OMG.
TED Talks
MAY 4, 2024
When it comes to climate, what are we doing right and where should we focus our efforts next? Systems innovator Ryan Panchadsaram and strategist Anjali Grover talk with TED science curator David Biello about the latest on the world's progress toward solving the climate crisis — and why there's more reason for optimism than you might think. Using strategic goal-setting tools that have transformed countless organizations, Panchadsaram and Grover explore the urgent actions needed to steer the plane
Success
MAY 7, 2024
Mexico may not be the first country that comes to mind when you think of wine, but a region carpeted in green vineyards and dust roads just two hours south of San Diego has been making a case for oenophiles to get on board. Often referred to as the Napa Valley of Mexico, Valle de Guadalupe is a burgeoning wine region in Baja California, Mexico, that has impressed newcomers like myself and kept its decades long loyalists coming back for more.
Workplace Insight
MAY 8, 2024
A new study claims to reveal a new dynamic unfolding in the workplace: a rush towards AI adoption driven by employees, even as companies struggle to keep pace. The 2024 Annual Work Trend Index from Microsoft and LinkedIn titled AI at work is here. Now comes the hard part highlights one particular finding: 79 percent of leaders believe AI is crucial for staying competitive, yet 60 percent worry their companies lack a proper plan.
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.
Allwork
MAY 5, 2024
AI advancements could enable a three-day workweek, as suggested by industry leaders, which would represent a dramatic shift from the traditional five-day workweek. Digital clones are enhancing productivity by handling routine tasks, suggesting that incorporating AI into the workforce could justify reduced working hours due to efficiency gains. A shorter workweek raises complex societal, economic, and policy questions, including the potential benefits of improved quality of life against the risks
TED Talks
MAY 10, 2024
There's a reliable indicator of a woman's future likelihood of cardiovascular disease — but it rarely gets asked about, says obstetrician and researcher Meryam Sugulle. She delves into the role of the placenta in pregnancy, how it can predict health outcomes and the single question that should be worked into routine health screenings. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward?
Success
MAY 9, 2024
Antonio Sustiel came to the United States in his early 20s with $400 in his pocket and a firm belief in the power of hard work. Not one to ignore potentially lucrative opportunities, the Israeli native dabbled in sales and real estate investments before founding his Miami-based flooring distribution business, Flooring King. Now, with several store locations across Florida, appearances on CNBC’s Blue Collar Millionaires, Bloomberg TV’s The American Dream and mentions in media outlets including Th
Workplace Insight
MAY 7, 2024
Scale AI has selected London as the location for its first European headquarters, reinforcing the company’s mission to accelerate the development of AI globally. Scale’s United Kingdom (UK) office will serve as the centre of its operations in Europe. The firm is an artificial intelligence company headquartered in San Francisco in the US State of California.
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
Allwork
MAY 7, 2024
The shift to remote work is not just about adopting new technologies, but also about embracing a new mindset. In a remote work setting, where physical cues and face-to-face interactions are absent, consistently reinforcing core values helps maintain a strong team rapport and a shared sense of purpose, which are vital for long-term success in a remote work environment.
TED Talks
MAY 9, 2024
Here's a conundrum: the same aerosol pollutants that harm human health also help cool the climate, says atmospheric scientist Sarah J. Doherty. Is there a way to clean up the air without warming the planet? Exploring the unintended consequences of reducing air pollution, she makes the case for a better understanding of marine cloud brightening — or intentionally adding sea salt aerosols to clouds over the ocean, which could reflect sunlight back into space and potentially reduce global warming.
BMT Office Administration
MAY 9, 2024
Maintaining payroll compliance is a must for accounting departments, but it’s often easier said than done. That’s especially true whenever new changes come about, and 2023 was a year rife with new payroll regulations, trends, and initiatives. From the implementation of SECURE 2.0 to new IRS enforcement initiatives, there’s a lot of payroll administrators need to know.
Workplace Insight
MAY 8, 2024
Seven in ten (71 percent) UK businesses are concerned about rising business litigation, with nearly three quarters (72 percent) reporting an increase in cases brought against their companies over the past five years and three in five (60 percent) anticipating a further rise over the next 12 months, according to a new poll from insurance broker Gallagher.
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.
Allwork
MAY 9, 2024
U.S. Senators Mitt Romney and Joe Manchin introduced the “Back to Work Act” (S. 4266) on May 7, a bipartisan bill which proposes limiting telework for federal employees at 40% of their total work hours. According to a report published by the Government Executive , this legislation comes as a response to concerns about the productivity and local economic impacts of widespread remote work adoption — despite recent efforts to improvement skills-based recruitment and geographic diversi
Productivityist
MAY 8, 2024
In this latest installment of our monthly series PM Talks, I had the pleasure of chatting with my good friend Patrick Rhone about the vast theme of choices and how they weave through our personal and professional lives. This episode delves into everything from the cultural impact of wrestling to the profound topics of longevity, mortality, and the essence of making the most of our time.
TED Talks
MAY 7, 2024
The political system in the United States needs a redesign, says political reformer Andrew Yang. Exposing the flaws of a system built on poor incentives, he proposes a cost-effective overhaul inspired by primary elections already working in places like Alaska and advocates for ranked-choice voting, where voters can choose candidates in order of preference regardless of party, stemming the influence of extreme ideologies.
Workplace Insight
MAY 8, 2024
Visitors to British furniture manufacturer Bisley’s Dallington Street showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week (21-23 May 2024), are invited to explore a completely redesigned space, illustrating an expanded offering for the home, workplace, leisure and hospitality that goes far beyond the storage essentials for which Bisley is famous, highlighting the brand’s continued evolution.
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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