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Launching a Business Against All Odds: 3 Tips for Startup Success

Success

So he decided to purchase from them and build a long-term relationship. In a world with no email or social media, Larry met his customers by: Flying to Germany, London, Japan and France to pitch eyewear kits to magazines. “They couldn’t sell one frame the whole show,” Larry says. Nobody was interested, but we were.”.

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7 Ways to Position Yourself as an Admin Leader

Eat Your Career

So, back in 2006, I started a blog for admins called The Executive Assistant’s Toolbox, where I shared tips and tricks for success in the field. Shockingly, that blog got really popular really fast. My blog was actually purchased by a start-up company (an online community for admins) and I was hired to help build it.

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More resources for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

In my last blog I wrote about the resources that are available for assistants and administrators in the form of magazines and websites. Again the membership includes a twice yearly magazine, networking events and a LinkedIn Group. Professional Bodies / Trade Associations. The Association of Personal Assistants. The PA Club.

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More resources for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

In my last blog I wrote about the resources that are available for assistants and administrators in the form of magazines and websites. Again the membership includes a twice yearly magazine, networking events and a LinkedIn Group. Professional Bodies / Trade Associations. The Association of Personal Assistants. The PA Club.

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Make the Most of Your Business Downtime This Summer

Step It Up VA Coaching

Read those business books you purchased ages ago but haven’t had a chance to read. Go through those business magazines. Start practicing additional marketing techniques you haven’t had the time to implement such as a blog or ezine. Prepare your newsletters and blog postings in advance. Catch up on your reading.

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Eco Friendly Office Storage Options

Eco-Office Gals

You can purchase them at EcoGreenOffice.com. One smart concept that is considered eco-friendly is purchasing things that can have more than one use. When purchasing office storage furniture and units, another eco-friendly route to take is to make sure that they are made from eco-friendly materials. Watch the materials.

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Make the Most of Your Business Downtime This Summer

Step It Up VA Coaching

Read those business books you purchased ages ago but haven’t had a chance to read. Go through those business magazines. Start practicing additional marketing techniques you haven’t had the time to implement such as a blog or ezine. Prepare your newsletters and blog postings in advance. Catch up on your reading.