Sat.Jun 11, 2016 - Fri.Jun 17, 2016

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Ten Ted Talks every Assistant should watch

Practically Perfect PA

Hopefully you are familiar with Ted Talks , if not, here is a quick overview of what they are all about. TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages.

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How to Co-invest In Your Future

Office Dynamics

I can’t tell you the number of times people have told me they won’t attend a conference or training program if their employer will not pay for it. Additionally, many people will not even purchase a book or online program for themselves. I find this amazing as investing in your education is the best investment you can make. You will always get a great return on your investment (providing you are grasping the information and doing something with it.).

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Why Microsoft Buying LinkedIn is Good for Coworking

Small Business Labs

We were surprised to see that several of the reasons given for Microsoft's acquisition of LinkedIn relate to coworking.  At a very high level both Microsoft and LinkedIn execs are explaining the main deal driver is the opportunity of combining productivity applications and networking. Key quote from MSFT's CEO's memo to employees on the deal: "Think about it: How people find jobs, build skills, sell, market and get work done and ultimately find success requires a connected

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The Art of the Phone Interview

Job Advice Blog

What comes to mind when you think about a phone interview? For most people, the image of just a guy at home sitting at his desk, with his top half […] The post The Art of the Phone Interview appeared first on JTL Services Inc.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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News from Assist Travel

Practically Perfect PA

With Assist Travel just a few month’s away, I thought I would share everything that I have been working on behind the scenes. We have been busy, busy, busy finalising the programme and speakers – I am so excited about this year’s line-up. We really do have world-class speakers talking all thing business travel. The venue has been confirmed and we have some brilliant suppliers attending the exhibition. .

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Attitudes Towards Freelancing Improving

Small Business Labs

One of the most interesting findings from the 6 years of data from the MBO Partners State of Independence study is the steady improvement in the attitudes about working independently (freelancing, independent contracting, self-employment, etc.). The chart below (click to enlarge) shows some of the key data on the improvement from our annual survey of independent workers.

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The Art of the Phone Interview

Job Advice Blog

What comes to mind when you think about a phone interview? For most people, the image of just a guy at home sitting at his desk, with his top half wearing a nice suit and tie, bottom half covered only by a pair of American Eagle boxers comes to mind.

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Inside the Peterborough PA Network

Practically Perfect PA

Next up in our series of blog posts about regional PA networks, we have the Peterborough PA network. Launched by Bethany Fovargue in 2013 this network has gone from strength to strength and Bethany is now asked to speak and promote the role of assistants all over the world. . Firstly, can I have a little background about you…. What is your career background?

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Coach Workers in Only 10 Minutes a Day

On The Job

When asked about coaching employees, most bosses will claim a) they don’t have time to coach employees because they’ve got a million other things to do or b) they’ve tried coaching and employees ignore them. The problem is that while managers may believe these statements to be accurate, they’re not actually true. While a Corporate Executive Board study finds that the average manager has at least 12 direct reports (compared to only seven before the Great Recession), these managers still can find

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Elevating the Virtual Interviewing Experience

Sharing your authentic self in a virtual interview can be an unwanted challenge. How do you break through the digital barrier when conducting a virtual interview and share your exceptional self? Think in unconventional ways to elevate the virtual interviewing experience.

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Mary Meeker's Annual Internet Trends Report

Small Business Labs

Venture Capital firm Kleiner-Perkins released the 2016 edition of Mary Meeker's annual Internet Trends report last week (Meeker is a partner at KPCB).  As with prior years, it's a long (213 pages), data rich set of charts looking at what's happening in the Internet economy.  Meeker's annual report is hugely popular, well worth reading and full of interesting data.

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How to Get Your Work Done, With Less Stress

Productivity Bits

Getting work done is no easy feat for anyone. It’s difficult to sit down and concentrate on one task in a world full of distractions. These distractions also cause stress, which makes work even more unbearable. The key to getting work done is to decrease your stress, which can develop from a variety of situations — from issues in your personal life to your workload at the office.

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The Practically Perfect Business Traveller’s Guide to Cannes

Practically Perfect PA

Situated in the breathtaking surrounds of the coastal paradise on the French Riviera, the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, running from June 18th-25th attracts a global audience of the biggest players in the communications, advertising and marketing industries. “Creativity matters for business, for change, for good.”. The tagline for the event sets a theme for world famous keynote speakers from the world’s top ad agencies, production houses, global tech and social media giants

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The Art of the Phone Interview

Job Advice Blog

What comes to mind when you think about a phone interview? For most people, the image of just a guy at home sitting at his desk, with his top half wearing a nice suit and tie, bottom half covered only by a pair of American Eagle boxers comes to mind. He’s on his computer when […]. The post The Art of the Phone Interview appeared first on JTL Services Inc.

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Mandatory COVID Vaccination Policy Template

New vaccine mandates and testing policies will affect employers with more than 100 workers. Get Paycor’s free, customizable vaccination policy template to communicate critical details and new requirements to your employees. Get Paycor’s Template today!

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Podcast 001: Make filing easier

Clutter Coach

by. In this episode, I’ll talk about what you need to file, and the many things you don’t need to keep at all. Here are some highlights: But I might need it! How do I know if it’s important? What if I’m afraid to get rid of it? This podcast is based on my book, 52 Simple Ways to Get Organized, available on my website. Each week I go into greater depth about one of the 52 ways.

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The “Drilling Down” Principal – Do One Thing Well

Small Business CEO

Do not try to do everything. Do one thing well. – Steve Jobs. It’s Hard to Do Less. As business owners sometimes the hardest thing is doing less. All sorts of opportunities can present themselves to us and with that can come the temptation to take on work that’s beyond the original business plan. If we aren’t careful we can spread our resources so thin that we end up doing nothing really well.

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Why Journaling Is A Simple Way To Boost Personal Productivity

Productivityist

I’m a firm believer in looking inward to find ways to move ahead. For me, journaling is a powerful tool in this process. Putting pen to paper on a regular basis – even if for only a few minutes per day – deepens your connection to the work you’re doing. This simple step allows you to review your progress and helps ensure that you move in the right direction.

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The Meaning Of “Zen” In ZenTasktic

Brilliantly Better

If you read my blog on a regular basis, you know that I am aligned with a lot of Buddhist concepts. Many of these concepts or activities are related to mind training. I’m talking about meditation, mostly, but there are… The post The Meaning Of “Zen” In ZenTasktic appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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Podcast 002: The Emotional Cost of Clutter

Clutter Coach

by. In this episode, I’ll talk about how clutter isn’t just a physical problem. It also weighs you down emotionally. Here are some highlights: But my clutter isn’t junk! Are you ashamed to invite friends over? Are you using clutter to protect yourself? This podcast is based on my book, 52 Simple Ways to Get Organized, available on my website.

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Freelancing Tips: Building Long-Term Relationships with Your Clients

Small Business CEO

So, you’ve decided to be a freelancer, and you’ve successfully acquired your first set of clients. You were able to negotiate the payment rate that you want, and you’ve worked on a contract and terms of conditions that detail the responsibilities of both parties. Give yourself a pat on the back, you’re well on the way to independence. Of course, things don’t stop at this point.

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Stop Doing Productive and Start Being Productive

Productivityist

Here’s a typical day for most people: Wake up. Get ready for work. Go to work. Work. Get ready to go home. Go home. Do “home” work. Have some leisure time. Go to bed. This might be simplifying things, but these are the basics. Sure, some of these things could be arranged in a different order, but they do happen at some point in the day. But there’s more to it than that.

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Introducing ZenTasktic: Collaborative Task Management – With A Dash Of Zen

Brilliantly Better

For the last few months I’ve been constantly working on a new project. It’s a collaborative task management app, based on my Assess – Decide – Do productivity framework. If you follow my blog constantly you already know about iAdd,… The post Introducing ZenTasktic: Collaborative Task Management – With A Dash Of Zen appeared first on Dragos Roua.

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Revitalizing Dry Content: A Lesson in Engagement

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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Podcast 003: What to do about piles

Clutter Coach

by. In this episode, I’ll talk about what to do about all those piles of paper. Here are some highlights: Is piling okay? Do I need to sort out all my paper? Why does paper pile up despite my best intentions? This podcast is based on my book, 52 Simple Ways to Get Organized, available on my website. Each week I go into greater depth about one of the 52 ways.

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4 Ways to Make a Small Business Feel Like a Big Business

Small Business CEO

Many people dream of owning small businesses. Unfortunately, not all of them realize that small companies often have a hard time competing with larger businesses. Perhaps that isn’t such a serious concern, since you can use these four tips to make a small business feel like a big one. Build a Professional Website. It doesn’t matter whether you own a farm or a travel agency, your company needs a professional website that gives visitors valuable information about your business, product

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The Productivityist Podcast: Hacking Corporate with Nick Snapp

Productivityist

On this episode I speak with Nick Snapp, the host of The Make It Snappy Productivity Show and a productivity strategist who specializes on helping people “hack” Corporate. Nick’s story is rooted in finding creative ways to “hack” Corporate, escape the office, and still achieve exceptional performance ratings. We talk about the challenges he (and I) have faced translating Corporate skills to personal productivity as entrepreneurs.

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Dating Apps, The Decline of Marriage and the Paradox of Choice

Small Business Labs

The Washington Post article Why are millennials putting off marriage? Let me count the ways  covers the decline in marriage rates.  This is not a new trend and the article lists the reasons often listed in the past - student debt, shakey overall finances, lack of jobs, etc. But it adds another interesting reason. According to the article, dating apps are causing people to delay or not get marriage.

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Brain Fog HQ: Memory Enhancement Techniques for Professional Development

Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion

In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha