Sat.Nov 23, 2013 - Fri.Nov 29, 2013

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Top 5 Tips for Small Business Saturday

The Small Business Blog

'Small Business Saturday originated as an American holiday that comes between the Black Friday / Cyber Monday period after Thanksgiving. The idea has caught on here in the UK too and we now have our very own Small Business Saturday UK event, this year taking place one week later than the US on December 7th.… Read the full article here: Top 5 Tips for Small Business Saturday on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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EIBTM and getting out of the office

Practically Perfect PA

'Last week I attended EIBTM in Barcelona. It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. There are hundreds and hundreds of exhibitions and the same number of training sessions taking place over the three days. Here is a little picture I took of the show to give you an idea of the scale… this shows only a quarter of the show! I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional deve

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Tech Savvy Small Businesses Outperform Peers

Small Business Labs

'The Boston Consulting Group's (BCG) study Lessons on Technology and Growth From Small Business Leaders  shows that tech-savvy - and especially cloud savvy - small businesses outperform their peers in terms of sales and job growth. The chart below, from the study (free registration required), nicely summarizes their findings. BCG found there is a growing digital divide between small businesses that lead in technology deployment and use relative to those that don't.

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Embrace your personal organizing style

Clutter Coach

'Originally posted 2012-10-30 20:33:07. Republished by Blog Post Promoter “I can’t be organized.” “I never learned about organizing.” “My mom was a packrat and so am I.” “My father was super neat and always gave me a hard time about my mess.” “My grandparents lived through the Depression so they keep everything.” Have you said any of those things?

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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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More Enterprise Rockers events incoming for Hertfordshire

The Small Business Blog

'Try to take some time over the festive period to do a little bit of informal networking. You never know who you might meet and what you might learn! For those in the Hertfordshire area of the UK there are two upcoming Enterprise Rockers networking events at the WinWeb Hub in Letchworth. Entrance is free… Read the full article here: More Enterprise Rockers events incoming for Hertfordshire on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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Practically Perfect PA has a makeover!

Practically Perfect PA

'So you may have noticed that Practically Perfect PA has had a rather dramatic makeover this weekend! I conducted a survey back in the summer and some of the comments made me think that the blog was getting a little… shall we say “tired”…? Over the last few weeks I have been brainstorming, editing and generally thinking up new ideas for the blog.

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Get More Clients to Say YES!

Office Organization Success

'One of the easiest and simplest ways for solo service professionals to get new clients is to offer a complimentary strategy session. This is where you and the potential client meet on the phone for 15-20 minutes and the purpose of it is to find out if you’re a good fit for one another. And, as with all things you do in your business, there is a system to ensure you get it right … the first time!

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Is the cloud subscription model unsustainable?

The Small Business Blog

'The concept of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) rose to prominence at the same time that cloud computing was gaining in popularity and public perception a few years ago. Although SaaS means software-as-a-service, for many cloud providers the second “S” in SaaS might as well mean ‘subscription’ In the past few years the amount of software that is… Read the full article here: Is the cloud subscription model unsustainable?

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5 Reasons to Market Yourself or Product with Public Speaking

Ian's Messy Desk

'The post 5 Reasons to Market Yourself or Product with Public Speaking appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. As part of my professional development, I belong to a Human Resources association. Each month they have meetings with a variety of speakers. Each year they hold a regional conference, with more speakers and presenters. You probably do something similar as part of your profession.

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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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Black Friday Thru Cyber Monday Specials!

Eco-Office Gals

'Are you out tackling the crowds for hot buys, or shaking your head at the crowds from the comfort of home? We are happy to say we didn’t do Black Friday, no big ticket items are on the kids wish-list this year. WELL, the 8 year old has iPhone on there – but that’s why it’s called a WISHLIST, right! Although I’m not out battling the crowds to save a buck, it doesn’t mean I can’t save you one, or many.

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An Important Client Relationship Building System

Office Organization Success

'We had some great news this week! My oldest son has been busy sending in his college applications over the past few months, and we heard that he’d been accepted into his first choice … the University of Toledo on their Mechanical Engineering course. He, and us, are thrilled! On the business front, I led a great three-hour Success Clinic on Wednesday, teaching students how to automate and streamline their business and marketing activities.

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Christmas for Entrepreneurs

The Small Business Blog

'Depending on their line of work, the festive period can either be the quietest or the busiest time of year for an entrepreneur. If your business primarily serves as a supplier to other businesses that shut down during the holidays, you’ll not have much choice but to also close your business too. That’s not usually… Read the full article here: Christmas for Entrepreneurs on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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Administrative/Clerical: Staying Healthy Around Sick Coworkers

Office Dynamics

'Administrative professionals have a lot of personal contact with their coworkers, which can be a good thing or a bad thing. It''s a great opportunity to develop good relationships, but it can make life difficult during flu season. The more time you spend with sick coworkers, the higher your chances of getting sick. There are several ways to minimize your risk of getting sick this flu season, so follow these tips to avoid reduced productivity and days off work.

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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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Demand for Butlers Keeps Growing

Small Business Labs

'We first wrote about the growing demand for butlers in 2007.  We wrote a follow-up article on this topic in 2012 after we learned high end nannies in New York and London could make more than $200,000 per year in total compensation. But the butler boom continues to grow. According to a recent Wall Street Journal article : Demand for the well-staffed home is on the rise, according to agencies and house managers alike.

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EIBTM and getting out of the office

Practically Perfect PA

'Last week I attended EIBTM in Barcelona. It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. There are hundreds and hundreds of exhibitions and the same number of training sessions taking place over the three days. Here is a little picture I took of the show to give you an idea of the scale… this shows only a quarter of the show! I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional deve

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Executives – Quote of the Week

The Small Business Blog

'“At a time when restraint and sacrifice are being asked of every citizen, the American people will find it hard, as I do, to accept a situation in which a tiny handful of steel executives whose pursuit of private power and profit exceeds their sense of public responsibility can show such utter contempt for the… Read the full article here: Executives – Quote of the Week on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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Monday Motivator: Gratitude

Office Dynamics

'Gratitude. November 25, 2013. Hello Monday Motivators! As we come to the end of November and my Monday Motivators series on feasting, today I want to talk about Gratitude. First, I am grateful for you. Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to read Monday Motivators. If it weren’t for you and your gracious notes of appreciation, I would not still be writing Monday Motivators.

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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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Conscious Powerful Action: I comfortably talk with people that are playing a "bigger game."

Stephanie LH Calahan

'Where are you telling yourself that you are "not good enough" or "not smart enough" or "not X enough" to have conversations with someone??  Here is an example for you, every week on Breakthrough Business Strategy Radio, host Michele Price encourages her listeners to reach out and actually have conversations with her regular guests and her special guests for that show.  Some people will take her up on the offer and reach out to us, while others never do.

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The One Thing I Don’t Do Often Enough

Tips From T. Marie

'Categories: Business Tips. Featured As a business owner your focus seems to always be on what comes next. We learn quickly that for successful businesses marketing never stops and that means we are always looking ahead at what we can do to get that next client. Whether it’s implementing a new service, adopting new technology or resetting a marketing […] ( Read more. ).

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Infographic: Startup Myths

The Small Business Blog

'One of the reasons this blog began nearly eight years ago was to combat some of the misinformation and half-truths that continually pop up when people are talking about business ownership. Perhaps the most important of these is the misconception that you need to get a loan from the bank or elsewhere in order to… Read the full article here: Infographic: Startup Myths on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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Laughing all the Way to Work - Untitled Article

Laughing all the Way to Work

'Travel Planning for Administrative Professionals Hi everyone, I will be presenting a new webinar on travel planning. Please join me on Jan. 3 from 1 to 2:15 p.m. For more information and to register, please click on the following link : Or if the link does not work, please cut and paste this link and put it in your browser: [link] I am excited to do this new webinar so I can share everything I''ve learnt over the years about arranging travel.

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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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Learn to Say "No" and Preserve Your Sanity

On The Job

'The holidays are right around and the corner, year-end reports are due, co-workers are asking you to cover for them on vacation and the boss wants everything done yesterday. It''s no wonder you may be feeling a bit stressed. But could the stress be generated not from outside forces but your own actions? At a recent Families and Work Institute conference, President Ellen Galinsky says that many employers are noticing a growing problem of employees being always "on.

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EIBTM and getting out of the office

Practically Perfect PA

'Last week I attended EIBTM in Barcelona. It is a huge exhibition and conference for the events industry. There are hundreds and hundreds of exhibitions and the same number of training sessions taking place over the three days. Here is a little picture I took of the show to give you an idea of the scale… this shows only a quarter of the show! I’m quite lucky because I work in the events industry so my colleagues understand that I want to attend events that will support my professional deve

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5 Classic Small Business Apps Still Worthy Of Your Attention

The Small Business Blog

'Mobile apps are savvy tools that help can help entrepreneurs and small businesses alike remain organized, connected and visible. There are endless smartphone apps available, and new tools are emerging on a daily basis. It can often be tricky to cut through the clutter and understand which ones are essential for you. We’re going back… Read the full article here: 5 Classic Small Business Apps Still Worthy Of Your Attention on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.

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28 and a ½ Ideas for Business Blog Posts

Men With Pens

'Ah, the business blog. Everyone knows they need one, but no one knows what to say on it. My clients moan, "It''s easy for you. You''re a writer. I''m a cake decorator/photographer/project manager/bookkeeper – what on earth can I write about?". Blogging for your business helps attract new customers, and it solidifies your brand for current clients as well.

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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