ProAssisting Blog
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
I had the pleasure of a great conversation with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing. We discussed the power of finding the right remote executive assistant.
Practically Perfect PA
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Taking ownership of your work as an Assistant For high-performing Assistant and Executive partnerships, there is a high value placed on ownership, accountability and trust. All three areas are essential to a strategic partnership. In this blog post, we will focus on taking ownership of your work as an Assistant. What [.].
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Eat Your Career
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
In today’s ultra-busy workplace, many professionals harbor the unhealthy and unrealistic belief that they’re supposed to be ultra-productive 100% of the time. I hate to break it to you, but it’s just not possible. Believe me, I’ve tried! Unfortunately, I still fall victim to this self-deception regularly. When it happens, I have to consciously remind myself that it’s futile.
Success
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
To-do lists are helpful tools for many people, but they can quickly take over our lives, making daily living feel like just another item to cross off of a never-ending list. If you’re anything like us, you may even add easy tasks like ‘make coffee’ to your list, just to be able to cross off a win early in the day. Much like to-do lists can be great reminders of what we need to prioritize and focus on, creating a to-don’t list can help you remember what to avoid doing and make saying no to the th
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
All Things Admin
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
When was the last time you made an effort to catch up on your filing? Last month? Last summer? Many times, we struggle with filing because it feels overwhelming, we’re not sure where to begin, or we don’t have an easy system in place. Filing can be inconvenient and time consuming. However, this is often because you don’t have the right tools or supplies to quickly grab a folder and create a label.
Worxbee
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
You’ve probably heard of the “great resignation”, a phenomenon happening in America and in many other parts of the world as people grapple with work and lifestyle choices in the wake of the pandemic. In a recent 60 Minutes story, the show highlighted this topic and interviewed a number of people impacted, including our very own founder, Kenzie Biggins, and one of our fantastic EAs, Melissa Williams.
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Success
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
This week on SUCCESS Line , I talk to Crystal, a successful real estate agent, graduate of SUCCESS Coaching and author. . Like many of us, Crystal’s biggest goal in life is to make an impact on everyone she meets, and she knows that one of the most powerful ways we can do that is to ask questions. But what questions should we ask? The quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask yourself.
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Great talent is not just limited to a certain geographical area—it's scattered all around the globe. Fortunately, remote hiring allows recruiters to source talent from every corner of the world without worrying about physical barriers. The extensive possibilities of remote hiring have been served on a silver platter since the beginning of the pandemic.
TED Talks
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Regret is one of our most powerful emotions -- and also one of the most misunderstood. Over the past two years, author Daniel H. Pink has collected a trove of more than 16,000 regrets from people in 105 countries in an effort to better understand this mysterious emotion. He shares the key patterns that emerged (it all boils down to the same four core regrets, he says) and explains how to transform your own regrets in order to create the life you've always wanted to live.
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 6, 2022
Remote work popularity continues to grow each year, encompassing even more professions who are not required to be at the office to perform their jobs. Working from home becomes a necessity rather than a luxury, especially when the COVID-19 cases continue to increase day by day. photo credit: Fabrice Florin / Flickr. A modern shed can be converted into your home office.
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.
Success
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
If you’re a woman whose opinions about blitzing versus pass coverage are as strong as your halftime snack game, you’re officially a football fangirl. Tracy Sandler reclaimed the once-dismissive term when she founded Fangirl Sports Network specifically for female sports fans. The network blends traditional sports reporting with lifestyle articles. . A longtime San Francisco 49ers supporter, Sandler is an officially accredited beat writer covering the team.
The Leader Assistant Podcast
FEBRUARY 6, 2022
No one, not even your best friend, has the ability to understand what we (assistants) go through. – Monique Helstrom. In this episode, I share an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant , where I share a bit about my journey from no network, to a thriving network of assistants all over the world.
TED Talks
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Lucas Joppa, Microsoft's first chief environmental officer, thinks about climate change through the lens of coding, and he says the world's current net-zero approach simply won't compute. So how do we create a system that actually accounts for all the world's carbon emissions -- and helps us get to zero (as in zero additional carbon added to the atmosphere by 2050)?
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
Education has always been key to success. More and more people are pursuing education than ever before to get on the path of a stable and successful career. Image credit: Mohamed Hassan / Pixabay. Almost everyone who gets on board the journey to college is excited about the career opportunities that await them once they earn their undergrad degree. However, competition has become increasingly tough in recent years, and standing out among all the other new graduates has become difficult.
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.
Success
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
When we think about giving, we tend to think of it as a selfless act. Best-selling author and keynote speaker Bob Burg doesn’t see it that way. To him, people act in their own interest nearly all the time, whether consciously or unconsciously. However, Burg doesn’t say this to be cynical; he just wants people to understand giving is a full-circle act.
Productivityist
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
“It’s finally paying off.” I said this to myself with my head in my hands, letting all of the emotion that was years in the making overwhelm and flow out of me. Joy, relief, excitement, and other feelings were cascading through me in that moment. The Cincinnati Bengals were going to the Super Bowl for the first time since I was 14 years old.
TED Talks
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
If you're wondering why blackface -- mimicking people of African descent via stereotypes and makeup-darkened skin -- is a big deal, then perhaps a little history lesson can help demystify the outcry. Dwan Reece, curator at the National Museum of African American History and Culture, explains how this practice permeates the American psyche and culture (in theater, music, books and beyond) and why it's not simply harmless fun, but a legacy of oppression.
Bonnie Low Kramen
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Olympia Dukakis & Bonnie Low-Kramen on set in Sydney. February 2022 for Executive Support Magazine. “ Take me to the hospital.” This was said by me on day one of my long-awaited vacation in 2000. As a Personal Assistant, I ran a one-person office in New York City for Oscar winner Olympia Dukakis. On the surface, this may seem like a job dripping with glamour and red carpets and it actually was – 15% of the time.
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.
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
It’s of utmost importance to put your best foot forward when you’re taking part in a trade show. When done right, these events can help kick start your fledgling business, widen your customer base, or connect you to like-minded individuals or organizations. It’s a must, then, to put a lot of care into your trade show preparation process. photo credit: iAVM WHQ / Flickr.
C-Suite Assistants
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
As people’s lives become busier, multi-faceted, and more often working and living in two different locations balancing one’s professional career and personal life can be extremely challenging. As a company Founder or CEO, you may be looking for an executive assistant to schedule meetings, organize business trips, as well as manage many aspects of your personal life.
TED Talks
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
The ocean is often thought of as a victim of climate change, in need of human protection. But ocean expert Susan Ruffo says that mindset needs to shift. From storing carbon to providing protection to coastal communities, Ruffo highlights the ocean's ready-made solutions to the climate crisis and asks: With more than eighty percent of the ocean still unexplored, what new solutions are waiting to be discovered?
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
We are no dating gurus ! But what better time to part some dating advice than Valentine's week? While love is in the air, your common friends might have just set you up on a date with someone. It's pretty understandable if you're anxious, especially if this is something you're doing after a long time. To top it all, when you come to know that your date is a recruiter, you struggle to understand what you should expect from the person.
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
Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Small businesses are constantly on the lookout for ways to increase sales, where to find new customers, and how to get their attention. Among the many possible options, we can see that one of the most profitable ways is to start selling on marketplaces. According to the latest data, more than 50% of small businesses start selling on marketplaces. Many experts suggest that in 15 years more than 90% of all purchases in the world will be made using the Internet.
Bonnie Low Kramen
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Join Bonnie and Jen Wednesday, Feb 9th 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! Streaming live on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Be the Ultimate Assistant Facebook page. See instructions below on how to join us on each platform.
Productivityist
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Who is. The origins of TimeCrafting actually started with the acronym NOW: Need to do, Ought to do, and Want to do. The idea was that if we get through the things we need to do and be more deliberate about the things we ought to do (by turning them into a “need to do” or “want to do”) then we can get to the things that we want to more often than not.
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
Your website is a highly valuable asset when you start a recruitment agency. However, if you fail to work on it properly, it will never show its highest potential. To enjoy the highest earnings from your recruitment agency website, you should do everything to build it right and maintain it in its best condition. A website is your brand's summation. Therefore, every piece should fall in place to create the best impression and convey the perfect image of your agency.
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
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
If you’re looking for a new job, you may be wondering what the process looks like for employment background checks. Most employers will conduct some form of a background check before making a job offer, so it’s important to know what to expect. In this post, we’ll outline the steps involved in a typical employment background check and give you some tips on preparing.
Jennie Lyon
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
Over my 20 years in marketing, I have witnessed time and time again business owners, just like you, work endless hours burning the midnight oil to launch the perfect funnel. If you’ve been in business for any amount of time, then you already know it’s difficult to convert your ICA the first time they come… The post 9 Expert Tips To Achieve Maximum Funnel Conversion appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing & Virtual Assistant Services.
AdminUniverse
FEBRUARY 5, 2022
At some point in our lives, we all feel as if we can do it ourselves. Maybe it was when we were little, trying to walk without the helpful hands of our parents. Perhaps if was getting through a breakup or a heartache in our teenage years. Or maybe it’s now, as we are mapping. Read more. The post Why is it Important to Have a Mentor? appeared first on AdminUniverse.
Recruit CRM
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
As recruiters, your primary aim is to provide quality candidates to your clients. Without it, you can't even begin to dream of creating a high-performing team for them. This means you not just have to take a closer look at your recruiting efforts but also make sure you cut down on repetitive manual tasks so that your undivided attention could be given to strategizing and implementing better hiring plans.
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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