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Not All Stories Have Happy Endings—For This Entrepreneur, It Was Still Worth It

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Rejection is naturally something an entrepreneur has to go through , but my confidence in this completely unique style was high enough that I chose to take the risk.”. Deer utilized social media , particularly Instagram , to engage customers. I had nothing to lose besides my ego,” Deer says. An abrupt stop.

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Why Supporting Small Businesses This Holiday Season Is More Urgent Than Ever

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You can also search the hashtag #localbusiness on social media to find locally owned and operated shops near you, use Google or read on for some suggestions of small businesses, all with fewer than 40 employees, that offer some amazing products shipped nationwide. And thus in 2014, mumi was formed. Richer Poorer.

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Sources of Contingent Talent Shifting

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Social Media and Social Networks  Social media and social networks are expected to grow by 60 percent over the next two years. Social platforms, such as LinkedIn, are already serving to connect non-employee talent with companies. Online labor marketplaces.

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What can assistants expect in 2015?

Practically Perfect PA

I genuinely think 2014 was a turning point in our industry and I think 2015 will see a consolidation of our efforts to take our profession forward. Technology now allows individuals easier access to new opportunities and recruitment agencies are much more adapt at targeting the right candidates through social media and networking websites.

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SMART objectives

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As part of the Executive team develop the 2014/15 marketing strategy for the business. Research all channels to market, competitors, growth areas and social media opportunities. Develop the 2014 content marketing strategy in line with business activities and the 2014 events calendar. To be completed for Q3.

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SMART objectives

Practically Perfect PA

As part of the Executive team develop the 2014/15 marketing strategy for the business. Research all channels to market, competitors, growth areas and social media opportunities. Develop the 2014 content marketing strategy in line with business activities and the 2014 events calendar. To be completed for Q3.

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SMART objectives for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

As part of the Executive team develop the 2014/15 marketing strategy for the business. Research all channels to market, competitors, growth areas and social media opportunities. Develop the 2014 content marketing strategy in line with business activities and the 2014 events calendar. To be completed for Q3.

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