The Assistant Room
FEBRUARY 13, 2022
So if you're looking to build your confidence, where should you focus your time, effort and energy for the best outcome? We spoke to 5 members of the business support community to understand how they have developed and how they maintain their confidence and their top tips for you to begin your own journey into being a more confident version of yourself.
Worxbee
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
What sort of executive assistant do you need (or want to be)? One of the FAQs in the executive assistant market is, what’s the difference between an executive assistant and a senior executive assistant? Are they just titles, or do essential responsibilities differ, as well? Before delving into the differences, it’s important to note that there isn’t one “right” distinction between the two titles.
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Success
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
The phrase “it’s cheaper to keep ’em,” doesn’t apply just to spouses but to clients as well. Consider Bain & Co. research that found increasing customer retention rates by 5% boosted profits 25 to 95 percent. This is hardly surprising news, but what exactly can you do to nurture your relationships with clients so they stick around for the long haul?
Eat Your Career
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
Throughout the course of my work as a career coach and professional development trainer, I’ve helped hundreds (if not thousands) of people to create their own PDP (or professional development plan). If you’re not already familiar, you can learn more about what a PDP is here. I am a big believer in taking ownership of your career. That’s why I recommend that everyone create their own PDP, even if your manager or employer has created one for you.
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
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Many sectors are evolving and adapting to emerging technologies. Compared to other industries, the project-based and relationship-oriented construction business is one of the least digitized sectors out there. photo credit: Pixabay. On occasion, construction workers want the most up-to-date project information, but they are not readily available. As a result, time, money, and resources are wasted, and projects are delayed.
Ideas.Ted
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
This post is part of TED’s “How to Be a Better Human” series, each of which contains a piece of helpful advice from people in the TED community; browse through all the posts here. Today, so many of us are wishing to safeguard ourselves — and our careers — against uncertainty. But how do we do this in a world where the waves of change keep coming and it can take all our energy just to stay afloat?
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TED Talks
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
We can't rely on those who created climate change to fix it, says climate justice organizer Ozawa Bineshi Albert. An Indigenous woman living in the heart of oil and gas country in the US, she's observed an alarming disconnect between empty promises made by corporations and the actual needs of communities on the ground. In this call for urgency and a shift in values, she advocates for climate policy to center frontline leaders and outlines some grassroots-led projects -- from water protection eff
The Leader Assistant Podcast
FEBRUARY 13, 2022
Your resume is an 8.5-by-11 inch piece of paper (or digital PDF) that recruiters force you to use as a means of marketing yourself to them. No emojis. No gifs. Not even color. Just black and white. Period. How are you supposed to stand out in a crowded marketplace in which everyone’s resumes look so similar? This episode features an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant.
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Are you one of those entrepreneurs who have been affected in terms of business and investment in 2021? Then you must be looking for 3 evergreen industries to invest in right now in 2022! Keep on reading to know more. Introduction. The year 2021 has affected every business due to COVID-19 breakdown globally, and the market has seamlessly changed within a short period.
Success
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
If you grew up believing that there was only one type of intelligence—and you either had it or didn’t—it may surprise you to learn that there are several different types, encompassing everything from spatial awareness to music. One of the most critical to develop in the workplace is emotional intelligence , which is the ability to perceive, manage and regulate your emotions.
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
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Why is China appointing thousands of judges to environmental courts and training prosecutors to bring cases to them, even if it means suing the government? Eco-lawyer James Thornton takes us inside the country's growing effort to use the power of the courts to address environmental problems -- a little-known story that indicates China could become a champion of legal action on climate.
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
Do your employees feel valued at work, or do they think they can easily be replaced? It may be easy to assume you can simply replace an employee with the next application to come through the door. But, in reality, continually hiring new employees due to a revolving door negatively impacts the company. Valued employees are more likely to stay long-term and remain loyal to the organization, thereby permitting management to spend less time and resources hiring and training new staff and more time f
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
On the 17th of January 2022, ProfitFX joined the race to launch a top-notch trading website for traders and investors globally, intending to empower them and to shape their future by achieving more ROI on numerous assets. It says, “early users of the platform are already posting reviews of our superb experience using the website as they stand the chance to make an increased return on investment, ROI” Defining ProfitFX.
Success
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
This week on SUCCESS Line , I talk to Brad, a fledgling entrepreneur and recent graduate of the SUCCESS coaching certification. He is also an Air Force veteran and has led a very successful career as a medical sales rep. However, he has recently felt called to a new passion (or perhaps one that was long dormant) as a relationship, marriage and family coach.
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
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
A self-declared "repair geek," Gay Gordon-Byrne is a driving force behind the right-to-repair movement, which aims to empower people to fix their stuff. She describes how the movement is gaining legislative momentum and breaks down how the global shift away from "throwaway society" can literally turn trash into treasure in a circular economy -- so we can all experience that "Yes!
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 12, 2022
Taking out all that pain and making recruiting fun by providing end-to-end solutions, and resolving all the problems, Recruit CRM embellishes amongst the top recruiting software at GoodFirms. View the Recruit CRM’s GoodFirms profile to know about its working as the best recruiting software in detail. Founded in 2017 and is based out of Norwood, New Jersey, Recruit CRM assists agency recruiters in managing all their work on a single platform.
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Certain regulatory classifications dictate which investors can pursue investment opportunities that aren’t registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission. “Qualified purchaser’ is one of the most common ones. Such an investor can, say, invest in shares issued by startups and privately held companies. While such investments carry a certain amount of risk, as do all investments, they can also reap significant rewards.
Success
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Editor’s Note : In 2022, SUCCESS celebrates 125 years as a magazine. Since its inception, it has stayed true to its purpose: to provide its readers the tools, the inspiration and the recipe for improving their lives. Each issue, you’ll get a glimpse at that storied past, which highlights one important point: The world changes, but the tools of self-improvement are constant.
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
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
"Breathing clean air is every child's human right," says grassroots campaigner Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah, sharing the heartbreaking story of her seven-year-old daughter, Ella Roberta, whose asthma was triggered to a fatal point by air pollution. Now, Adoo-Kissi-Debrah is on a mission to raise awareness about the harmful effects of unsafe air on our health and the planet.
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 13, 2022
Recruiters are professional matchmakers too! The only difference is that they focus on building professional relationships more than personal ones. It doesn’t matter if it’s for the short-term or the long-term; they do it just the same. The process is pretty straightforward, just like Cupid's role in matchmaking. You first get in touch with great clients who require new employees and source potential candidates for them.
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 13, 2022
Want to grow your business to its full potential? Here are a few tips to help you do so. 1. Get Organized. One of the most important things you need to do to achieve success is to organize your daily work because it can help you complete your tasks faster and remain on top of things. One of the best and easiest ways to organize your task is by creating a “to-do” list.
Success
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
I recently had the distinct pleasure of returning to the movie theater for the first time since the quarantines and lockdowns began. I have a projector at home, so I haven’t been starved for cinema, but I realized just how much I had missed the shared experience of watching a movie in the theater — all of us watching the same thing, all of us leaving with different experiences.
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
Bonnie Low Kramen
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Join Bonnie Low-Kramen and her Assistant Jen Wilner Wednesday, Feb 16th at 3PM ET for Heads Together. Are you interested in tackling the burning issues facing all of us in the workplace today? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Join the conversation! We’re streaming live on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Be the Ultimate Assistant Facebook page. See instructions below on how to join us on each platform.
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
It’s football playoff time and when the Baltimore Ravens were upset by the Tennessee Titans last week, it got me thinking about how football compares to the recruiting world. The Ravens entered the game as 10-point favourites with home-field advantage so how is it that they lost to the Titans? Easy, the Ravens were too good. When you are used to dominating, you can end up taking it for granted, and it becomes almost expected.
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Owning a thriving global business is not without its own challenges. While the pandemic has contributed to the increase of international hires, businesses now have options to source talents from a wider audience. Thankfully, technology has eased these processes, making the integration of these international talents easier. Because they are dispersed in different locations, there are some issues that may arise in the management of these employees, and this article is poised to address them so tha
Success
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Editor’s Note: As SUCCESS celebrates 125 years as a magazine, we take the time to reflect and honor the history of the publication and its timeless principles. We also look to celebrate those who will walk with us into the future and all the promises it holds. In this special Q&A, SUCCESS Stories podcast host Madison Pieper sits down with Glenn Sanford, SUCCESS CEO, to hear from the serial entrepreneur about what it means to be part of such a storied brand, and what readers can expect in yea
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.
Productivityist
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Change is never easy. And it’s constant. It’s one of the things that we can rely on… even if we can’t rely on what it might hold for us. That’s why you’re seeing the phrase “change management” so much more than ever before. You can’t really lead change; you can only manage it. Or can you lead it?
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Almost two years back, the pandemic had brought about a complete change in the field of recruitment (almost overnight)—forcing talent acquisition teams and recruiters to come up with an alternative. Of course, many organizations started a hiring freeze , but the show must go on in the end! Remote hiring was seen as an alternative approach at the beginning of 2020, but today, it has already taken over as the “new normal” for hiring teams globally.
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
o you have a love for crunching numbers and learning more about new and interesting brands or companies? Are you interested in working in the business field but hate the idea of working in a cubicle? You’re in luck. There are a number of interesting career paths that allow you to work with business owners without the typical 9-to-5 business lifestyle.
Success
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Most ambitious people have something they would love to do if they only had the money, time or connections to do it. Payal Kadakia pushed through those constraints to actually do it. Kadakia is best known as the founder of ClassPass, a subscription service which allows users to sign up for ad hoc fitness and salon sessions. Kadakia sold the company to Mindbody in 2021.
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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