Office Dynamics
JUNE 1, 2020
Office Dynamics International is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Since 1990, we have provided rich resources for administrative professionals around the world. As you can imagine, we have covered thousands of assistant-focused topics over the decades. Everything from improving time-management skills to refining your career portfolio to compete in a post-COVID-19 workplace.
Eat Your Career
MAY 31, 2020
Join us for this month’s free webinar on the topic of Time and The Mind: Shifting Your Time Management Mindset. Date : Wednesday, June 17, 2020. Time : 11:00 AM Pacific | 12:00 PM Mountain | 1:00 PM Central | 2:00 PM Eastern. Sign up for the Eat Your Career Newsletter to receive registration information: [link]. Time management is one of the most popular topics for professional development, and it’s easy to see why: Almost everyone in the working world feels overwhelmed by their workload.
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Ian's Messy Desk
JUNE 1, 2020
The post How to Build Effective Working Relationships appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. I came across these notes I had taken at some time. I’m not sure if they come from a book I was reading or a presentation I was attending. Leaders achieve results through the work of others. Interpersonal skills are crucial to the leader’s ability to persuade and motivate both internal and external stakeholders.
Small Business Labs
JUNE 1, 2020
Fast Company's Meet John Krasinski’s secret weapon that helped make ‘Some Good News’ a hit covers how Krasinski used Communo, an online creative talent marketplace, to find and engage his post-production team. Key quote from the article on the team: On post-production were the New York-based shops Senior Post and Leroi.
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
Brilliantly Better
JUNE 5, 2020
I’ve been writing about productivity apps for a long time. Before it was cool, so to speak. I’ve been using dozens and, in time, I grew tired of them, eventually. I only use a handful now, and I seldom change them. I think, in a way, a productivity app is like a relationship: it has. Read more 5 Things I Look For In A Productivity App. The post 5 Things I Look For In A Productivity App appeared first on Dragos Roua.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 5, 2020
With most countries now starting to leave lockdown after the coronavirus pandemic, all organisations have faced unprecedented challenges. Face-to-face contact has been almost non-existent with several business sectors being forced to close to try and control the spread of the virus. For some companies, this has been devastating, and their doors will be closed permanently while for others, it has presented new opportunities.
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Page Personnel
JUNE 4, 2020
How to use part time and temp jobs to build your career Anonymous (not verified) 24/01/2023 Career paths are changing. It used to be that most people looked for that One Job, the one where they would stay for a number of years, the company where they would work their way up the career ladder and retire after a respectable amount of time. While this is still a reality for some people, for many, it’s becoming increasingly unrealistic.
Brilliantly Better
JUNE 2, 2020
I’ve been wanting for a long time to write about expectations. I find them a source of both suffering and happiness, depending on how you’re, well, managing them. Expectations are part of our life, wether we like it or not. Unless we’re in Nirvana, fully detached from Samsara, and immersed in the now, we’re all. Read more Managing Expectations.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 2, 2020
No business can survive successfully on its own, let alone grow. You probably realize this because of the simple fact that a business needs employees, businesses need support, and businesses need services. This is a common fact as a business is a part of a much larger system. That does not mean that a business needs to rely on others, but a good business knows when and where to find help.
TED Talks
MAY 30, 2020
A mysterious tattoo on her forearm was all that linked Sara Jones, who was adopted as a child by white parents, to her South Korean origins. Searching for her birth family taught her that transracial adoption stories often frame new lives abroad as strokes of luck that call for endless gratitude, obscuring a far more complex reality. Through her experience of loss and discovery, Jones offers guidance on what adoptive parents can do to protect their children's unique cultural and personal narrati
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.
Productivityist
JUNE 3, 2020
Phil Simon joins me on this episode to talk about his book, Slack for Dummies. If you’ve ever wanted to get more out of Slack then you’ll get a lot out of this conversation. This episode is brought to you by TextExpander. With TextExpander, you can unlock your productivity with its many features. With TextExpander you can make everything you write repetitively available everywhere you type: text documents, spreadsheets, web forms, and more.
Brilliantly Better
JUNE 3, 2020
In an ideal world, we will all be happy. Unfortunately, such a world doesn’t exist. We live here, in this world, filled with challenges, problems, always changing, always shifting. And in this world, when we take a hit, we’re not always healing immediately. As a matter of fact, we seldom heal immediately. Most of the. Read more Healing Hurts.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 4, 2020
Facebook-owned Instagram has emerged as one of the most popular social media platforms in today’s times. What initially was a simple photo-sharing app has today become a great platform for businesses, with more and more companies using Instagram to promote their products and services. The element that is most commonly used by businesses for digital marketing through Instagram is Instagram Stories.
The Persistent Assistant
JUNE 1, 2020
Advanced Administration Crossword Solution will be posted with the next crossword Download the solution: Financial Management Crossword
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 3, 2020
Phil Simon joins me on this episode to talk about his book, Slack for Dummies. If you’ve ever wanted to get more out of Slack then you’ll get a lot out of this conversation. This episode is brought to you by TextExpander. With TextExpander, you can unlock your productivity with its many features. With TextExpander you can make everything you write repetitively available everywhere you type: text documents, spreadsheets, web forms, and more.
Brilliantly Better
MAY 31, 2020
What you see in the picture above is my usual breakfast, from before lockdown. I used to go to a coffee shop called Flying Bean, close to the Belen subway station in Valencia, just across the street from the Chinese barrio. I would normally take a double espresso, as coffee there is very good. The. Read more Normality, Reloaded. The post Normality, Reloaded appeared first on Dragos Roua.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 3, 2020
Businesses have gone many ways in recent years, some remain on the high street and have shops that sell their products to people browsing towns. Others still work from their offices standing high in cities. The innovators, however, have moved a large chunk of their business online. The way things are going if you don’t have an online aspect of your business soon then there are chances you might start to see some failings creeping in.
TED Talks
JUNE 4, 2020
What makes you speak up -- or not -- when you see something you know is wrong? Memory scientist Julia Shaw explains the psychology of those who witness workplace discrimination and harassment -- and shares actionable steps companies can take to support and amplify their voices. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at [link] Hosted on Acast.
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 2, 2020
On this episode of the podcast, I’ve decided to share with you the most productive thing I’ve done today. And it’s been a long time coming. I’m taking imperfect action with this episode. I know that I’ve got plenty to learn and a lot of listening to do. But I wanted to start somewhere. This episode is that. There are no show notes for this episode.
Brilliantly Better
MAY 30, 2020
“Getting out of the comfort zone” is a mantra so popular these days that you can hardly go to any personal development website, podcast, video channel or real life event, without seeing it or hearing it every 2 minutes. Indeed, there is a lot of value in stretching beyond your limits. Being it so popular, Read more 5 Ways To Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 1, 2020
As the saying goes, good communication isn’t about what you say, but what the other person hears. When communicating with customers, you want to be sure employees understand how to make an impact that leads to stronger relationships. Here are 7 tips for good customer communication. 1. Don’t Show Off. You’re a product expert and that’s impressive.
TED Talks
JUNE 1, 2020
Giving up control of your finances -- voluntarily or otherwise -- can leave you powerless and, in some cases, confined to a cycle of abuse. In this personal talk, accountant Estelle Gibson shares her own story of recovering from financial dependence and provides actionable advice to empower others who desire the freedom that comes with being responsible for your own money.
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
Productivityist
JUNE 2, 2020
On this episode of the podcast, I’ve decided to share with you the most productive thing I’ve done today. And it’s been a long time coming. I’m taking imperfect action with this episode. I know that I’ve got plenty to learn and a lot of listening to do. But I wanted to start somewhere. This episode is that. There are no show notes for this episode.
Brilliantly Better
JUNE 4, 2020
Every once in a while we get a hard reset (the biggest of them is also the last one, but that’s a story for another article). I’m talking about those hard resets we’re getting every few years. Being forced to start a new job, embracing a new relationship, or, if we’re talking about the entire. Read more Starting From Scratch.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 5, 2020
2020 has come down on us quite harder than we could’ve ever imagined. With nothing to do, we have been forced to follow The New Normal. Frankly, if things would continue to go on like this, then that time is not far when our mental peace is completely torn apart. Imagine the nightmare if we didn’t have access to the privileges that we have now. Speaking of privileges, the internet is undoubtedly one of the blessings that we have in our lives, especially in these times.
Brilliantly Better
JUNE 1, 2020
This is the 18th article from my 230 days writing challenge. As I was starting to think of today’s topic, the sheer size of this challenge somehow took me by surprise, and I suddenly stopped looking. Instead, I tried to understand what exactly made feel strange about this challenge. After a while, I realized it. Read more It’s In The Small Things.
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.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 2, 2020
Trying to make your company as great as it can be? Wondering what the benefits of video conferencing are? If you’re trying to build a stronger company, you need to make sure that your employees can communicate with each other and with clients well. Using video conferencing can be one of the best ways to do this and will help make your business more productive and more connected.
Small Business CEO
MAY 31, 2020
Whatever your business, whether it’s a pet supply store, hardware for barn doors supply store, or a house cleaning service, it is important to set up a crisis management system to protect the lifeline of your business in case of disaster. Your business needs to be ready to withstand it all. Let’s face it. We will always have to conquer tribulations.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 4, 2020
Running any kind of business comes with implicit and explicit hazards, but machine shop owners have more to worry about than the average entrepreneur. The equipment used in machine shops can all be operated safely, but when operated inappropriately or without adequate training or protective gear, it can be extremely dangerous. Read on to find out about seven of the most common risks associated with machine shops and how to avoid them.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 3, 2020
You’ve been using the same video conferencing for years now, and it works…sort of. You might have problems with connectivity, video quality, and the overall cost of the service, but if it’s not broken, don’t fix it, right? Let’s be honest; if you’re not using a high-quality service, you’re doing yourself, your team members, and your business as a whole a disservice.
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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