Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Working from home might be considered the new American dream. Whether an employer offers remote work options or you’re running your own home-based business, the statistics show that most people are happier and more productive in a work from home situation. As ideal as it may seem, it doesn’t mean there aren’t challenges. From my twelve years of experience running my business, here are what I consider the three biggest working from home challenges.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 21, 2019

It’s coming up to that time of year again where we all sit down with our Executive’s to review our performance and set goals and objectives for next year. I’ve often been critical of this process in the past because, in many organisations, performance reviews for Assistants can often be nothing more than tick-box exercises […].

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Small Business Labs

OCTOBER 22, 2019

12 months living as a digital nomad , from LinkedIn, describes how a GE talent development executive spent a year as a digital nomad. The key quote describes what she did when she finished her year as a digital nomad: A point of culmination of this experiment is when I had the opportunity to pitch my experience to the CHRO of GE and so I have presented my learnings about this aspect of the future of HR, painting an image of digital nomads and flexible work at GE.

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TED Talks

OCTOBER 23, 2019

How do you fix broken public systems? You spark people's competitive spirit. In a talk about getting people motivated to make change, public sector strategist Abhishek Gopalka discusses how he helped improve the health system of Rajasthan, a state in India home to more than 80 million people, using the powers of transparency and public accountability.

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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

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Brilliantly Better

OCTOBER 22, 2019

It’s been already a year since we moved to Spain, and I already wrote about the overall experience. In today’s article I want to focus on a specific area of the expat lifestyle, namely remote working in Spain. Spoiler: it’s… The post Remote Working In Spain appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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BioTeams

OCTOBER 24, 2019

The law of requisite variety (a term originally rooted as the first law of cybernetics) states that "If a system is to be stable, the number of states of its control mechanism must be greater than or equal to the number of states in the system being controlled". In enterprise contexts, this means that that teams and organisations need to nurture their ability to handle dynamic and complex changes stemming from the external environment and have enough structured capacity to react with collective

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TED Talks

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Fashion designers have the power to change culture -- and Becca McCharen-Tran is using her platform to expand the industry's narrow definition of beauty. Sharing highlights of her work, McCharen-Tran discusses the inspiration behind her norm-shattering designs and shows how she's celebrating beauty in all forms. "I want the consumer to know that it's not your body that needs to change -- it's the clothes," she says.

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Brilliantly Better

OCTOBER 19, 2019

Lately I spent a lot of time brushing up my programming skills. On top of blockchain and cryptography, which were already on the table, so to speak, I also studied artificial intelligence. I find this domain absolutely fascinating, but for… The post 10 Ways In Which Artificial Intelligence Is Disrupting Our Lives appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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BioTeams

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Image Source: Wolf Pack Explains ‘Alpha’ Behavior. The law of requisite variety (a term originally rooted as the first law of cybernetics) states that “If a system is to be stable, the number of states of its control mechanism must be greater than or equal to the number of states in the system being controlled” In enterprise contexts, this means that that teams and organisations need to nurture their ability to handle dynamic and complex changes stemming from the external

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 23, 2019

On this episode, I speak with Wade Foster. Wade is the CEO and co-founder of Zapier, a workflow automation tool used by over three million people to connect the work apps they use every day. Prior to Zapier, Wade worked as a customer development lead for The Idea Works, Inc. in Missouri. He is an alumnus of Y Combinator and has degrees in industrial engineering and business administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

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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.

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TED Talks

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Mangrove forests are crucial to the health of the planet, gobbling up CO2 from the atmosphere and providing a home for a diverse array of species. But these rich habitats are under continual threat from deforestation and industry. In an empowering talk, conservationist and TED Fellow Ashwin Naidu shares how community-driven efforts in South and Southeast Asia are helping to protect mangroves -- all with a little help from the mysterious and endangered fishing cat.

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Brilliantly Better

OCTOBER 24, 2019

I started this blog more than 10 years ago, but I write more or less “intently” on it for exactly 10 years. In 2009 I decided to try out this hype thing – yes, I’m that old, since when blogging… The post 10 Things I Learned In 10 Years Of Blogging appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Business owners put great effort into establishing and building their brand image. From the initial decision of what to name the company to the advertising strategy, all decisions help create an image that consumers associate with a brand. “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that you’ll do things differently.” – Warren Buffett.

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 23, 2019

On this episode, I speak with Wade Foster. Wade is the CEO and co-founder of Zapier, a workflow automation tool used by over three million people to connect the work apps they use every day. Prior to Zapier, Wade worked as a customer development lead for The Idea Works, Inc. in Missouri. He is an alumnus of Y Combinator and has degrees in industrial engineering and business administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

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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.

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TED Talks

OCTOBER 25, 2019

"From populist demagogues, we will learn the indispensability of democracy," says novelist Elif Shafak. "From isolationists, we will learn the need for global solidarity. And from tribalists, we will learn the beauty of cosmopolitanism." A native of Turkey, Shafak has experienced firsthand the devastation that a loss of diversity can bring -- and she knows the revolutionary power of plurality in response to authoritarianism.

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TED Talks

OCTOBER 23, 2019

On the heels of the breakout success of his film "Crazy Rich Asians," director Jon M. Chu reflects on what drives him to create -- and makes a resounding case for the power of connection and on-screen representation. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at [link] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TED Talks

OCTOBER 21, 2019

We're far from developing robots that feel emotions, but we already have feelings towards them, says robot ethicist Kate Darling, and an instinct like that can have consequences. Learn more about how we're biologically hardwired to project intent and life onto machines -- and how it might help us better understand ourselves. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward?

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TED Talks

OCTOBER 24, 2019

How can we stop the spread of misleading, sometimes dangerous content while maintaining an internet with freedom of expression at its core? Misinformation expert Claire Wardle explores the new challenges of our polluted online environment and maps out a plan to transform the internet into a place of trust -- with the help everyday users. “Together, let’s rebuild our information commons,” she says.

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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.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Entering into a business partnership can be life-changing in a positive way, but also a negative way. Too often, there are big problems that arise down the road because business partners don’t do their due diligence on one another, or they ignore red flags. A strong business partnership can mean that the two of you bring together complementary skills and backgrounds to improve the success of your business.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Scams are part of the business world. To keep yourself and your business ‘safe’, you need to be aware of the various types of scams. One of the best way to get educated in the Scam 101 is by learning from ‘the best’ (read: infamous scammers.). Here are some of the world’s most famous scams – read on, and learn how to deal with scams better.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 21, 2019

In today’s world, it’s of the utmost importance that everyone concern themselves with what impact they’re having on the world around them. Ideally, people would have a positive impact on the people they come in contact with and no impact at all on the environment they’re surrounded with. However, this simply isn’t the case in most situations. Especially for businesses, your impact on the environment can be even more pronounced than that of individual people.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Companies that want to be more effective and productive need to place a higher priority on employee engagement. Failure to do so typically results in a combination of poor performance and high turnover rates. There are many benefits to focusing on employee engagement. Here are six of them: 1. It Retains Your Talent. One of the primary benefits of high employee engagement is the retention of valuable talent.

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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

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 23, 2019

There are plenty of studies floating around the Internet that suggest that banks are hesitant to loan money to entrepreneurs. That is unless they don’t really need it. No surprise there. One of the studies, conducted by Florida Atlantic University College of Business, noted “bank lending to small businesses … is still depressed several years after the end of the U.S. financial crisis that started in 2008.”.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Performance reviews are an extremely useful technique for employers and employees. Employers use them as a basis for raises and to address any ongoing challenges. Meanwhile, employees can use a performance review as a guide for enhancing their career potential and productivity. For both parties, a performance review can be an awkward, nerve-wracking experience.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 21, 2019

When you run a business, one major goal is to retain your best workers in the long run. Employee wellness programs help you do this by rewarding and taking care of your employees. In addition to improving your compensation package, wellness programs can help reduce absenteeism and encourage productivity. These kinds of programs are in high demand among today’s job seekers, so it is extremely important to put them in place.

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