ProAssisting Blog
MAY 26, 2022
When Ethan Bull and Stephanie Bull asked me to write the foreword for their book, I was more than eager to dive into the much-needed conversation about how executive assistants can be leveraged by super busy executives like you. Why is it needed?
Practically Perfect PA
MAY 26, 2022
How to Build Confidence in the Workplace Confidence is something we must build, grow and develop over time. It doesn’t come naturally to most of us, and thoughts of self-doubt creep in, stopping us from becoming the best version of ourselves. We've come up with three hacks and techniques to learn [.].
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Success
MAY 24, 2022
My first ever “speaking engagement” was at my childrens’ kindergarten. I was so nervous my knees were shaking and my fingers fumbled through the copious notes I kept referring to. It’s fair to say I was far more focused on myself—making a good impression and not making a fool of myself—than on the people in the room. All three of them. It was a humble beginning.
Allwork
MAY 23, 2022
A new report from Boston Consulting Group, Emsi Burning Glass, and The Burning Glass Institute shows that desired job skills have greatly evolved since 2016. . According to the “Shifting Skills, Moving Targets, and Remaking the Workforce” report, 37% of the top 20 skills in US job postings have changed since 2016, while one in five skills include a new skill set altogether. .
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
Stephanie LH Calahan
MAY 24, 2022
Work-Life balance, what is that? How easy is it for you to create healthy boundaries for your business & life? If you say any of that is challenging for you, you’re not alone. Occupational Wellness is the feeling of purpose and productivity in one's chosen profession. This dimension is a crucial element in creating a life that you love. Also known as work-life balance, it is an enriched and fulfilling work experience that combines with a healthy personal life.
TED Talks
MAY 26, 2022
Whether it's dandelions blooming in your backyard or purslane sprouting from the sidewalk, vegan forager Alexis Nikole Nelson is on a mission to show how freely growing flora could make its way to your plate. With contagious enthusiasm and a live cooking demo, she explains the benefits of expanding your palate to include "wild" foods that are delicious, nutritious and planet-friendly -- and gives three tips for helping others go from skeptical to confident in their own food adventures.
Administrative Professionals Pulse brings together the best content for administrative professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Allwork
MAY 25, 2022
In a new survey, 62% of people said “vacation time” is one of the most important job benefits. . FlexJobs has created a list of 10 remote-friendly companies that will help pay for employee vacations. . In a Q&A with Jennifer Strauel, Chief People & Diversity Officer at arrivia , she explained the benefits of company-sponsored vacations for workers.
All Things Admin
MAY 25, 2022
To celebrate the 10-year anniversary of her first book, The Innovative Admin ™, we talked to Julie Perrine, Founder and CEO of All Things Admin, about how the book came to be, why it’s just as relevant 10 years later, and what’s on the horizon for The Innovative Admin. Why did you write The Innovative Admin ? When I worked corporately, it seemed like the higher up the ladder I climbed, the more I was being singled out by my executives for going above and beyond my job description.
TED Talks
MAY 27, 2022
Life is a constant state of both joy and sorrow, dark and light, bitter and sweet. In a meditative conversation, author Susan Cain explores how being attuned to the bittersweetness of life -- and being fully present for both the happy times and the sad times -- helps us navigate love and loss and connect to the "insane beauty" of the world. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event.
Success
MAY 26, 2022
Since starting my own company in 2014, networking has been the lifeblood of my new business development , and online networking has been a huge component. By online networking, I don’t mean seeing how many LinkedIn connections you can get, “liking” lots of other people’s posts or having accounts on every new social media channel that launches—I’m talking quality over quantity.
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 25, 2022
Meta’s shares fell 10% this week, wiping out $53 billion in market value. . This comes just after Snap, which operates social media platform Snapchat, warned about its second quarter earnings. . “Like many companies, we continue to face rising inflation and interest rates, supply chain shortages and labor disruptions, platform policy changes, the impact of the war in Ukraine, and more,” Evan Spiegel, CEO of Snap, said in a memo to staff. .
Bonnie Low Kramen
MAY 27, 2022
“During an interview that a candidate felt was going very well, she said to the executive, ‘So, I heard you are a yeller. If you offer me this job and I accept it, you cannot yell me at me. Not at me alone or at me in a meeting.’ Then, she watched his reaction which was shocked, at first. After a moment, the executive said, “I can agree to that.
TED Talks
MAY 25, 2022
Air travel opens our eyes to the world, but it also comes at a high cost to the environment. Piloting us into a future of green aviation, innovator Ryah Whalen shares three ways to lower the industry's carbon footprint through smarter designs, eco-friendly fuel and new technology -- so we can continue to explore the planet without hurting it. Air travel opens our eyes to the world, but it also comes at a high cost to the environment.
Success
MAY 23, 2022
From her beginnings as a college student dating her boyfriend (now co-founder of a cookie empire), Tiffany Chen of Tiff’s Treats has many valuable nuggets from her journey to share, whether or not you have a sweet tooth. On this week’s episode of In the Details we dig into Chen’s adjustment from baker to business owner, the connections that were instrumental to her success and how to move past failure and identify your greater purpose.
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 26, 2022
IWG warned its profits would fall below forecasts as inflation, a volatile stock market, the war in Ukraine, and China’s Zero Covid policies keep people home. . IWG isn’t alone in its “post-pandemic” financial struggles. Tech stocks in the US are taking a historical dip, sending investors into a frenzy after committing to what are normally seen as safe-bet investments. .
BMT Office Administration
MAY 26, 2022
The Fair Labor Standards Act requires that employers track the time that nonexempt employees spend working. Many use a swipe-card system, biometric scanner, computer logins or even an old-fashioned punch clock. The problem with time clocks is that they permit early punches. An employee might punch in at 6:55 a.m. for a shift that starts at 7:00 a.m.
TED Talks
MAY 23, 2022
The weekend. Social security. Health insurance. What do these things have in common? They're all thanks to the advocacy of labor unions. Political economist Margaret Levi explains how these organizations forge equality and protect worker rights, calling for a 21st-century revival of the labor movement in order to build a more equitable future. The weekend.
Success
MAY 26, 2022
When I was 6 years old, my father bought me a violin. It was a life-changing gift. I wouldn’t say I was a mind-blowing talent, but I was good with music and I enjoyed spending time studying it. At the age of 10, I started to perform small concerts. At first, they were just for my family and our circle of friends, but months later, I was playing the School of Fine Arts scene in my hometown.
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 27, 2022
In the workplace, the pandemic changed everything: workers traded in cubicles and water cooler chats for their couches and furry friends. For companies to entice employees back to the office, the physical workplace experience must feel comfortable, enhance creativity, and improve well-being. One way to do this is by utilizing the power of nature, which can have a profound impact on creating a happy, healthy and productive work environment.
Productivityist
MAY 25, 2022
It’s always exciting having another productivity coach on the show with me and this episode definitely starts off on the right foot! This was a fun and engaging conversation that I’ve been eager to release! Neill Williams is a mom, wife, and former overworked cog in the corporate wheel. Until she decided to take control of the life she wanted and unbusy it!
TED Talks
MAY 24, 2022
"If we can unlock the full potential of our cities, we can minimize the price the planet pays for hosting us in our growing numbers," says Marvin Rees, the Mayor of Bristol, UK, who understands deeply how cities can help (or hurt) the environment. Rees notes that while sustainable infrastructure already exists in many parts of the world -- like electric buses in Colombia and freshwater reserves in Singapore -- major investments could make similar innovations more far-reaching and successful.
Success
MAY 27, 2022
In 2017, I read an editorial in The New York Times with one eye on the paper and the other one rolling in the back of my head. (Metaphorically, that is. Do not try this at home!). The piece, written by Professor Adam Grant of the Wharton School, is called “ Networking Is Overrated.”. The essence of Grant’s opinion piece is it’s not who you know, it’s what you do.
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 27, 2022
CBRE’s 2022 Spring US Occupier Sentiment Survey shows that the majority of companies are readily embracing hybrid work, which could lead to dwindling office space demand. . The survey showed that nearly three-fourths (73%) of companies plan to adopt some type of hybrid strategy within their policies.? . Stefan Weiss, senior economist at Econometric Advisors, predicts this shift could decrease office space demand by around 9% when considering the average amount of time workers spend in the of
Productivityist
MAY 25, 2022
It’s always exciting having another productivity coach on the show with me and this episode definitely starts off on the right foot! This was a fun and engaging conversation that I’ve been eager to release! Neill Williams is a mom, wife, and former overworked cog in the corporate wheel. Until she decided to take control of the life she wanted and unbusy it!
Jen Lawrence
MAY 23, 2022
Recently, I read a book that inspired me to declutter my home with a whole new perspective and vigor. Something just hit me right. It was methodical and practical. I tore through my house like a tornado and finally felt what all these decluttering books promise – relief, calm, mental space. Suddenly, I wondered, could I find this same magic in something that doesn’t take up physical space but takes up quite a bit of mental space?
Success
MAY 23, 2022
The buddy system works. It works for kindergartners crossing the street and grown adults trying to lose a few pounds and live a healthier life. If you’ve ever worked with someone else to reach shared goals successfully—let’s call them an accountability partner —you realize how much harder it would’ve been to go it alone. This is especially the case when it comes to your health.
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 25, 2022
Reports from Apple show its success as the ruler of the app store economy as governments seek to push forward new legislation targeting tech giants. . The two reports are trying to paint a picture of one clear message: the iOS community is driving job growth and revenue. Apple hopes that these studies drive home the idea that its current system is fair, good for the economy, and competitive within the app store economy. .
Karen Vivarelli
MAY 23, 2022
Welcome to June – halfway through the year already! And that’s why it’s important to get your social media content scheduled now (check out the dates below). Down here in the southern hemisphere, June signals the start of Winter. A time for cosiness, hot cacaos by the fire, slow mornings and rugged up evenings. In the northern hemisphere June might look like firing up the grill, lazy days down the beach, parties with friends or reading your favourite novel poolside.
TED Talks
MAY 22, 2022
Perfectionism is on the rise -- and not just in job interviews when people claim it's their greatest weakness. But the desire to be flawless is not always productive or healthy. As a recovering perfectionist, organizational psychologist Adam Grant dives into how he managed to abandon the quest for 10s while holding onto his drive for excellence. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
Success
MAY 22, 2022
Leadership is about influence , but the most important person to influence is yourself. So what is the best way to do so? Here are five ways the smartest people influence themselves: 1. Make peace with the uncontrollable. Figure out the things you can change , and then change them. If you can’t change something, learn to live with it. This means changing your attitude about the uncontrollable.
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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