Practically Perfect PA

JULY 31, 2014

'We don’t need to tell you how competitive the job market is. Increased competition means that your chances of getting a job could hinge on specific and even unexpected details. This guide looks at the little things that could make a big difference. CV essentials. It’s always difficult to pinpoint precisely what your employer will want from your CV – but there are a few things you can safely assume they won’t: Odd or extravagant fonts – Use a clear, simple font (Arial, Times New Roman) and strai

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Small Business Labs

JULY 31, 2014

'LinkedIn's post Why Everyone Needs to be a Futurist  contends that due to growing competition and the pace of change, everyone should spend part of their day thinking about the future.   As the title states, it even goes so far to suggest everyone should become a part-time futurist. Key quote: While most of us are in roles where we are focused on exploiting the current business model, nowadays, everyone’s job, regardless of level, is to be somewhat of a futurist who is able to f

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 31, 2014

'started blogging in 2004. Back then if there was a picture included with your post you were ahead of the curve. It’s not 2004 anymore. While the actual content of your posts is still the most important thing, it’s not the only thing. Visuals are becoming more and more important when it comes to blogging. In fact, I’ve seen an increase in the use of a visual aid that some people were declaring would be killed off by video.

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Small Business CEO

JULY 31, 2014

'When you take the plunge and become a business owner, no matter what size that business may be, there are certain aspects you leave yourself accountable for. This is what’s known as Management Liability. You might not think it, but even the more virtual, computer-based professions can be faced with an expensive court-battle, so it isn’t just the high risk professions that are open to this.

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

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Productivityist

JULY 31, 2014

'I''m not fond of meetings. But there''s one I''ve been having every single week that I just won''t skip: the one i have with my wife. Our weekly meeting is crucial because it allows both of us to map out the week ahead for our work and the household. During our meeting, we''ll do some (or all) of the following: Plan meals for the week. Discuss finances.

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Small Business CEO

JULY 31, 2014

'After laying the foundations, things are finally starting to place. Here’s what to do now your construction company has left the start-up stage behind. Staffing. Now that you are ready to expand your construction business, you may be considering hiring full or part-time assistants where previously you have used other contractors. This is a good choice early on since it is a risk to have staff members on your pay-roll when you aren’t assured of any large income.

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