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To boost productivity in the UK, we need to think big and different

Workplace Insight

The direct cost of avoidable error in the construction industry, for example, is around 5 percent of project value according to international studies highlighted by construction industry experts GIRI (Get It Right Initiative). In addition, operational managers are often faced with variations of international, national, and regional standards.

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Networking with ACE Connects

Practically Perfect PA

Back in November I had the pleasure of speaking to 50 assistants who were attending a networking event organised by ACE (Assistant Community EMEA), an internal networking group set up by assistants at BlackRock. Last but not least, ACE Connects had organised a small ice-breaker task for attendees. Visit the website for more information.

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Which tasks should assistants manage?

Practically Perfect PA

Assistants should manage all aspects of their executives business travel including both domestic and international trips. Including researching new suppliers, maintaining contracts, communications and invoices. Executives should not organise their own business travel, no matter how easy or quick they think it is! Point of contact.

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Why Your Small Business Needs A SWOT

The Small Business Blog

In brief each element should contain: - Strengths : internal attributes of yourself or your company that will serve to achieve objectives within the company. Weaknesses : internal attributes of the company that may be detrimental to achieving your goals. Opportunities : external factors that will make success easier.

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Small Business Start-Up Idea – Party Planner | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Skills needed: You need to be a creative person who is able to design an amazing experience for your clients. It will be helpful if you have basic web publishing skills to maintain your website. You will be paid on commission for your services but could also earn extra money by selling party supplies through your website.

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Small Business Start-Up Idea – Weight Loss Consultation | THE.

The Small Business Blog

Skills needed: You will need to have a background in personal training and nutrition or have experience of working as a fitness instructor. Because you will be in direct contact with the general public you will need excellent communication skills and an approachable personality. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Small Business Start-Up Idea: Image Consultant | THE SMALL.

The Small Business Blog

Skills needed: Experience is the key to success in this industry. Basic web skills will be needed to maintain a website and good communication skills will be essential in order to convince your clients that you really know what you are doing! If you have knowledge of cosmetics and fashion consulting it will help tremendously.

UPS 100