The Small Business Blog

APRIL 16, 2008

Why educate women – isn’t it a waste of resources? by Stefan Töpfer on Apr 16, 2008 When my wife went to university in London in the eighties one of her professors was of the opinion that the education was wasted on women, since they would leave university, get married and have children. — ST.

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AUGUST 29, 2022

At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, I supplied tickets to more than 8,500 people, netting over $1 million in profits. Over the years, I’d developed contacts, partners and skills, and I had the industry reputation necessary to put together a contract this big.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 14, 2019

In 2008, things got really crazy. You will discover amazing opportunities you never knew existed, and you will expand your skills in ways you never thought possible. They specialize in offering educational and networking opportunities, and they’re always looking for passionate professionals to help organize local events.

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On The Job

JANUARY 2, 2008

The failure of large institutions (government, corporate, medical, education and religious) means that there's room for entreprenuers to move in. Conservation experts will be in high demand, and schools teaching these skills will attract more students. There's room for the little guy. Return to the neighborhoods.

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Success

JULY 5, 2021

They came to the United States with skill sets and a belief they could prosper from it. There’s “fake it till you make it,” and there’s making the most of your skills no matter what. By any definition he’d reached undeniable success in music by 2008, and he seemed to have a reasonable blueprint to sustain it. Khaled is 45.

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Small Business Labs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

  Key quote on what job polarization means: Demand for highly educated workers who excel in abstract tasks is robust, but the middle of the labor market, where the routine task-intensive jobs lie, is sagging.  For more on this topic, see our Artisan Economy category or the 2008 research report The New Artisan Economy.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The crash of the housing market in 2008 and subsequent recession decimated her business, leaving her on welfare and food stamps and—eventually—sitting across from a generous Harvey who offered to create a job with the sole purpose of helping her get back on her feet. “I And it was gone overnight.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 13, 2023

The decline in UK productivity since the Great Recession of 2008/2009 has been a matter of concern for business leaders, policymakers, and economists alike. Investing in regional infrastructure, promoting collaboration between businesses and educational institutions, and supporting regional innovation hubs can help reduce these disparities.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

Remember what 2008 felt like? Why didn't I keep my skills/certifications up-to-date?" Are your skills up to date? Look at the person's skills, education, background and connections. Pretty grim years. Thousands of people lost their jobs, and didn't have the foggiest idea of where to turn. Big mistake. Up your game.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JULY 16, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Seminars for Professional Assistants By The Professional Assistant on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 Filed Under: Networking , Productivity A re you looking to improve your skills and catch up with the latest office trends ? I provide education for those that need to plan meetings and events for their companies.

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Success

MARCH 25, 2024

A 2021 Bureau of Justice Statistics study found that 66% of people released from prison in 24 different states in 2008 were re-arrested within three years. Many of these arrests led to reincarceration: parole and probation violations and new sentences led 61% of prisoners released in 2008 to return to prison within a decade.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 28, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Get A Job With A Thank You Letter By The Professional Assistant on Friday, March 28, 2008 Filed Under: Job Seeking , Productivity D id you just get out of an interview ? We both had similar skills, education, etc. Did you attend a few recently? This is how I was able to get one of my past jobs.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 20, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Thinking Outside the Job Description Box By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, March 20, 2008 Filed Under: Productivity E ditor’s note: This is a guest post by Patricia Robb of Laughing All The Way to Work: The Ultimate Secretarial Survival Blog. Here are some ideas to get you thinking in that direction.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

A lot of money is invested in educating women; through school, university and even beyond. Yet as soon as these women have a child they are placed on a ‘has-been’ pile with their skills and talents lost. And people claim our country has a skills shortage? The rise of the mumtrepreneur is testimony to this.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

In 2008, when Jessie Canella returned home from Iraq where he had been deployed as a Marine, he wasn't sure how to get a job in the civilian world. Read this story I did for Gannett/USAToday and promise yourself that you'll spend some time this Thanksgiving holiday giving thanks for our military and their families.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 3, 2007

Updated this article February 13, 2008 [link] Unfortunately, in one job I had I was involved on the downside of government downsizing, but I feel that even during a seemingly bad experience, you can always learn something positive. Highly skilled typist with excellent knowledge of various computer software programs.

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Energage

OCTOBER 18, 2016

You’re excited about launching your career in a groundbreaking industry, applying your education to one of the STEM disciplines. Banks were already viewed with suspicion prior to the 2008 collapse, but what they lacked in reputation they made up for in swashbuckling excitement and dizzying bonuses. ” – The Wall Street Journal.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 1, 2009

As we head into the New Year it will be easy to forget and put 2008 instead of 2009. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 1 January, 2009 Happy New Year! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 3, 2008

You can avoid embarrassment and lack of credibility by verifying your information, especially if you are using your blog to showcase your skills and expertise. Can setting up a blog site to market our skills be viewed as a positive marketing tool by a potential employer? Educate yourself on what you can and cannot do and Blog smart! [1]

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

She saw the importance of this training to help her daughter know the workings of an office from the bottom up and the office benefitted from her educational training. The administrative position can be a springboard for a management position if you want to go in that direction and have the right educational background.

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Success

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Another plan in the pipeline is to further employees’ education by offering courses that develop skills in computer science and HVAC technologies, for example. Assistance in obtaining preschool education will also be provided for employees’ families, ensuring that the majority of a family’s needs are met.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

There are many teachers in my extended family and it seemed like something I could do well, but our family did not have any money to further my education and I became a secretary instead. When I was young I wanted to be a teacher. Another time I wanted to try a career in the travel business. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. That's not my job!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

I have always been a believer in sharing ideas and have received my best education from other assistants. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 September, 2008 Using a Bring-Forward System to Help Organize Your Boss Of all the articles I have written, the one I wrote on the bring-forward system by far gets the most views. September 19, 2008 Patricia Robb said. September 20, 2008 Anonymoussaid. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 10 November, 2008 We have a winner! New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 9, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 9 November, 2008 Contest! New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Business Writing Guidelines for 2008 C or cc or copy?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Business Writing Guidelines for 2008 C or cc or copy?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

It's up to us to educate them on the benefits of an assistant. New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 17, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 17 December, 2008 Anyone can be an Administrative Assistant, right? Americanfolder.com Custservice@Americanfolder.com December 18, 2008 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

I have also combined all the tutorials, training and other education-related links under the title Training. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2007

Here is some of what she emailed me: “… I was a nurse of 13 years experience in all areas of nursing and a practicing aroma therapist, so using my extensive knowledge in health care and natural essential oils and emollients I created my blend, Tattoo Aftercare®, (Scots are also famous for blending skills!) Any idea anyone?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. Lets enjoy our day together.© Be confident.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

Her office encouraged her when they saw her knack for numbers and she pursued further education and is now a junior accountant. Very educative!! Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Business Writing Guidelines for 2008 C or cc or copy?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Business Writing Guidelines for 2008 C or cc or copy?

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