Bonnie Low-Kramen
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
By Bonnie Low-Kramen This is an important message to the assistants and support staff of the world. We are facing a serious image problem and it is threatening the future of the profession. Here’s what I mean. It’s happened again. You probably read the story of the Friends actor Matthew Perry’s tragic death by an overdose of the drug ketamine. He died on October 28, 2023.
Eat Your Career
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
When most people think of career advancement, they imagine some kind of physical ladder, illustrating a straight upward path to the sky! However, the reality of career progression is often more complex and nuanced. I have long advocated that the image we should conjure is more like that of a jungle gym—you can move up, down or sideways. Depending on the situation and what you’re looking for, a move in any direction can be a strategic form of advancement that puts you on a path to achieve your lo
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Success
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
We all deal with people who say something offensive, whether they mean to or not. But how can we learn to focus on the positive when we are programmed to focus on the negative for self-preservation? I interviewed a couple of experts to better understand why we react so strongly to certain words or behaviors, how to develop a thick skin and how we can change our mindset. 1.
The Leader Assistant Podcast
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
Nancy Nachman is an offsite meeting guru with years of experience in the hospitality industry. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Nancy walks through the process of finding and contracting hotels for offsite meetings, and shares tips on planning and coordinating company events. LEADERSHIP QUOTE Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. – Robert Frost, The Road Not Taken CONNECT WITH NANCY Nancy on LinkedIn The Meetin
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
Success
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Female entrepreneurs are denied on business loan applications more frequently than men and also often end up with lower loan amounts and higher interest rates. This disparity makes it less surprising that there is a $1.7 trillion worldwide financing gap for female founders. Despite this gap, businesses owned and controlled by women make an incredible impact on the United States economy.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Quantum computing would provide unparalleled computational power, revolutionizing industries such as financial services, healthcare, supply chain logistics, cybersecurity, and AI/machine learning. The shift to quantum computing will necessitate significant workforce reskilling and may lead to job displacement in routine data processing and complex algorithmic tasks, driving demand for specialized quantum-related skills.
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Tips From T. Marie
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Ah, solopreneur life—the glamorous world where you’re the CEO, the janitor, and everything in between. You’re probably reading this while sipping cold brew and half-watching a cat knock your pens off the desk (I see you, Maui!). But as rewarding as running your own show can be, the pressure to keep up without collapsing can turn even the best of us into burnt toast.
Success
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
I was in the hospital with a very sick relative. The rest of the floor grew quiet as visitors left and the minimal overnight staff came on shift. But then, the door opened unexpectedly, and in walked the emergency room doctor who had admitted my relative the day before. “You told me you hoped to see me again, so I thought I’d come to see how you are,” she said.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
By 2030, JLL predicts that 30% of all office space will be flexible. Regus, Industrious, and HQ collectively added 39 new spaces nationwide in Q2 2024. WeWork experienced an 8% decrease in overall inventory but remains strong within the top 25 U.S. markets as it emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Table of Contents: Introduction Coworking Industry Statistics and Trends Industry Adoption and Demographics Regional Market Trends Nationwide Market Growth Coworking Operators Pricing Insights Future
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
British and Irish firms are increasing their investment in digital transformation, according to Docusign’s Digital Maturity Report 2024 , but this hasn’t yet translated into improved productivity or digital maturity. The poll of 600 decision makers in the UK and Ireland, now in its second year, reveals what it claims is a ‘stark productivity and efficiency paradox’ for employers, as well as a Catch-22 for workers.
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.
TED Talks
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Could math help make American democracy more responsive to the people? From detecting gerrymandered districts to predicting the impact of alternative election methods like ranked-choice voting, neuroscientist Sam Wang outlines how computer simulations can help fix the bugs in US democracy — and put it on the path to repair. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward?
Success
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Though there are notable upsides to freelancing and working with clients, being a solopreneur means you have to advocate for yourself. Without a boss to recognize and reward your work, the ball is in your court to prompt a contract change. Do you feel you deserve a raise or an expanded scope of work? Adopt the following strategies to ensure that the outcome you’re looking for materializes.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
This week, Allwork.Space attended the Global Workspace Association (GWA) conference in Phoenix, Arizona. Attendees, including industry giants like Anant Yardi and up-and-coming visionaries, converged to discuss the transformative trends reshaping the flexible workspace sector. Amidst the exchange of ideas, one thing was abundantly clear: the future of coworking and flexible workspaces is not just evolving — it’s accelerating toward unprecedented levels of innovation and adaptability.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
A new report claims that data centres will generate around 2.5 billion tonnes of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions worldwide by the end of the decade. This figure is three times higher than it would have been had the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) not occurred. The report, published by Morgan Stanley titled Global Data Centers: Sizing & Solving for CO2, suggests that the combined emissions from the construction of new facilities and their energy consumption will amount to
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.
TED Talks
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Are traditional philanthropy efforts actually taking money from the poor? Former UK Member of Parliament Rory Stewart breaks down why many global development projects waste money on programs that don't work. He advocates for a radical reversal rooted in evidence: giving unconditional cash transfers directly to those in need, a method that could unlock the secret of addressing extreme poverty worldwide.
Success
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
As more and more people rethink the traditional career ladder and in-office nine-to-five jobs, many are also reconsidering the wisdom of relying on a sole source of income. Welcome to the gig economy, a bustling and growing arena that offers workers with sellable skills flexibility, control and variety. The projected gross volume of the gig economy in the United States has been on a steady rise over the last six years, more than doubling from $204 billion in 2018 to $455.2 billion in 2023, accor
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
52% of recent four-year college graduates are underemployed within a year of graduating, and are struggling to find employment that matches their education level. For individuals not originally trained in STEM fields, learning quantitative skills like data analysis or statistics could lead to more stable and higher-paying jobs. It’s important to continuously learn and adapt, regardless of whether the career pivot is to a different role within the same company, or to an entirely new field altoget
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
facilities managmentWorkplaces need to be maintained and managed in a more agile and responsive way if they are to serve the needs of hybrid working and the so-called return to the office, according to new research from Colliers. Colliers Global Occupier Services’ new report Adaptive Facilities Management – a new vision in agility reveals traditional facilities management (FM) models, where services are delivered at fixed frequencies and costs, are no longer fit for purpose, due to occupancy l
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.
TED Talks
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
AI has the potential to impact the way humans interact with the world — and each other. Social psychologist Brian S. Lowery and AI technologist Kylan Gibbs dive into the ramifications of emerging technologies on people's mental health and social dynamics. Hear why Gibbs thinks, counterintuitively, the more we use AI, the less real it will feel — and how Lowery suggests we fulfill our intrinsic need for connection amid dizzying technological advances.
Success
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
In July, OpenResearch released the results of its Unconditional Cash Study. This study is the largest unconditional cash study to date, and the results have shown that increased access to cash does improve financial well-being and savings. The results of this study have provoked dialogue concerning the role of unconditional cash and universal basic income (UBI), particularly as technology continues to improve.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The U.S. federal government might be able to save millions of dollars by downsizing underutilized office space and adopting coworking spaces, according to a recent study by the Government Accountability Office (GAO). The agency’s recommendations, published Thursday, highlight the inefficiency of maintaining large amounts of traditional commercial office space that goes unused due to the rise in telework post-pandemic.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Despite high levels of optimism about their adoption of artificial intelligence, two thirds of firms say they are not ready to implement AI in projects yet, according to a new poll. The Riverbed Global AI & Digital Experience Survey suggests that while 94 percent of those surveyed say AI is a top C-Suite priority and 91 percent agree it provides a competitive advantage, only 37 percent are fully prepared to implement projects now, However, 86 percent of leaders say they expect their organis
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
TED Talks
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Why aren't restaurants part of the climate solution? This question inspired chef Anthony Myint to go from opening buzzy pop-ups to pushing for a shift to regenerative farming practices in the food system. He explains how it didn't go the way he expected at first — and how restaurants are now teaming up with farmers and eaters alike to restore the climate while serving up delicious food.
Success
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In a world where people are experiencing increasing levels of workplace burnout —which is fueling a widespread desire to find more work-life balance—freelance careers, sometimes called gig work or consulting, are attracting more and more American workers. In an Upwork study , researchers found that 64 million Americans freelanced in 2023, making up 38% of the U.S. workforce and adding $1.27 trillion to the country’s economy.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Digital nomadism is growing rapidly, with 18.1 million American digital nomads as of August 2024, significantly boosting economies but also driving up local living costs and creating social tensions. The influx of digital nomads has contributed to tourism backlash in cities like Barcelona, leading to protests and criticisms centered around overcrowding, rising rents, and loss of local identity.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
The extensive refurbishment of the Palace of Westminster, a project estimated to cost over £20 billion, could significantly impact the availability of specialist craftworkers needed for the UK’s net zero targets, according to Historic England. The public body is warning that the project, which could take up to 43 years and require around 3,000 specialist workers annually, would absorb a large portion of the nation’s skilled heritage plasterers, carpenters, and window specialists.
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.
TED Talks
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Online democracy advocate Eli Pariser explains the details surrounding the August 2024 arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov by French authorities — and what it means for the future of tech oversight and free speech. (Recorded live on Wednesday, September 4, 2024) Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at [link] Hosted on Acast.
Success
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
If you’ve recently decided to pivot to full-on self-employment , you might have one question: What am I going to do about health care? It’s a valid question, and many people are in the same position. A 2021 Gallup poll found that 1 in 6 Americans stay in jobs they don’t find fulfilling just to keep their health insurance. I’m here to tell you that if you are wanting to take the plunge into entrepreneurship, the health insurance options for those of us who are self-employed are not as bad as you
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Niche coworking spaces cater to specific industries or professional communities, offering specialized services, resources and environments that go beyond the general offerings of traditional coworking spaces. The goal of niche coworking spaces is to create an environment that fosters collaboration and innovation within a specific industry. A coworking space for architects and designers could offer large-format printers, drafting tables and material libraries.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The working environment profoundly affects how we feel at work. But can the right office furniture and layout also boost creativity, efficiency and collaboration? AJ Products , a leading furniture solutions provider and workplace wellbeing specialist, decided to find out. They collaborated with University Academy 92, a higher education institution co-founded by the Class of ’92 and Lancaster University, to test their Active Office concept.
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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