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

Success

So he traveled. Sometimes networking laterally instead of up the ladder of influence is powerful. 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. For Larry, that meant flying to New York for an estate sale. The lesson?

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15 social media and technology trends for 2015

Practically Perfect PA

Be fun but be professional when using Social Media. But it is still worth reiterating every year that social media should be used responsibly, especially as more and more people are using the various platforms. This is an oldie but a goldie and it is still going to be the top tip for all social media users in 2015.

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Using your social media skills at work

Practically Perfect PA

Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing about social media and how best assistants can use it for their professional lives. If you are like me and enjoy writing and/or reading lots of blogs then you will have picked up an invaluable skill that can be easily adapted for business. Does your company have a blog?

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Make the Most of Networking Events with a Post-Event Plan

Jen Lawrence

To ensure you get the most out of networking and professional development events, create a post-event plan. Traveling, getting up early/staying up late, walking around, engaging in conversations, and generally exerting energy can drain you. Connect on social media and send emails to connect.

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The Growing Coworking Industry Is Revitalizing Communities In Africa

Allwork

Workspaces founded by locals operate alongside some of the world’s largest coworking networks, including IWG/Regus and WeWork. Opportunities for social events (networking, informal meetings, talks, etc.). Coworking across Africa is experiencing rapid growth led by innovative, dynamic — and often young — entrepreneurs.

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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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The Zen of Social Media Marketing

The Small Business Blog

Build your own network! Other Great Business Blogs Social Media for Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Martin Everard Benefits Of Building A Home Business Is There More Financial Hardship To Come? One I would add would be to blog as we. How to be successful and eco-friendly. You ask a question, I answer!