ProAssisting Blog
JULY 11, 2023
Executive assistants (EAs) play a vital role in the success of executives. EAs provide valuable support and assistance in a multitude of ways which helps free up executives' time so that the executive can focus on the most important tasks without having to pay attention to the 'little things'.
Success
JULY 13, 2023
What was your first internship? For many of us, now years removed from that type of learning experience, the question comes up as an icebreaker activity rather than a serious interview question. In fact, you might have risen to a level in your career that means you now find yourself managing interns. While the benefits of internships to college students and young professionals are numerous, what about the benefits to companies and employees who work directly with interns?
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Allwork
JULY 11, 2023
What’s going on: The traditional office is undergoing a redefining transformation with hybrid and remote work models gaining more traction with businesses. According to Stanford economist Nick Bloom, the return-to-office trend has stalled, and the future of work is likely to be a blend of in-person and remote work, according to Business Insider.
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 13, 2023
Navigating the gap in leadership training As an Assistant, you play a crucial role in supporting your Executive and ensuring the smooth functioning of your organisation. You are often the bridge between the staff and the Executive, and you have a unique perspective on their leadership [.
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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Workplace Insight
JULY 11, 2023
If there were an algorithm to create a word cloud in response to searches for ‘What millennials want in the workplace?’, you’d expect to see Google spew out terms such as ‘flexibility’, ‘meaning’, ‘fairness’, ‘equality’, ‘inclusivity’, ‘opportunity’, ‘connections’, ‘socialising’ and ‘experience’. Do the same with ‘Gen Z’ replacing ‘millennials’ and – guess what – you’ll see the exact same word cloud, although perhaps in a different colour and order so you don’t think it’s
Administrative Professionals Pulse brings together the best content for administrative professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Allwork
JULY 11, 2023
What’s going on: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), comprised of 38 countries, published a report revealing that an average of 27% of jobs are at risk of being eliminated by AI, according to Reuters. This is due to the widespread use of automation brought on by AI technology. The report found that Eastern European countries were particularly at risk, with jobs requiring more than 25 out of the 100 skills and abilities believed to be the most susceptible to
Success
JULY 12, 2023
When Camille Burns joined the Women Presidents Organization ( WPO ) in 2000, she was fresh out of New York University and energized about her new role as program assistant. Now, 23 years later, she’s still passionate about the WPO—and hard at work making the nonprofit a valuable resource for women presidents, executives, leaders and entrepreneurs. Comprising 2,000-plus members and nearly 140 chapters that meet monthly across 10 countries, it provides a professional environment for women to seek
Productivityist
JULY 12, 2023
In this episode of “A Productive Conversation,” I’m joined by Peter Ivanov. Peter is an inspiring keynote speaker, renowned for his expertise in virtual teams and future-oriented leadership. With 20 years of experience as a Senior Manager leading international virtual teams across Europe, Africa, and Asia, Peter’s teams have achieved remarkable success, including winning the prestigious “Global IT Connect Award” in 2012.
Success
JULY 12, 2023
When you wake up in the morning and realize it’s a Monday (or any weekday, really), are you met with immediate dread? Or do you feel a bit of excitement at what the day could bring? The answer can make or break how you are feeling about your life in general, as spending a large portion of your week in a workplace you enjoy is essential to overall wellness.
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ProAssisting Blog
JULY 11, 2023
Executive assistants (EAs) play a vital role in the success of executives. EAs provide valuable support and assistance in a multitude of ways which helps free up executives' time so that the executive can focus on the most important tasks without having to pay attention to the 'little things'.
Allwork
JULY 11, 2023
The Flexible Space Association (FlexSA) has announced that it will host its Bristol Roundtable Meeting on July 13th. The flexible workspace sector’s involvement in Bristol’s development is a promising signal of growth and innovation. The Roundtable Meeting will provide FlexSA members with a valuable opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in the flexible workspace industry.
Tips From T. Marie
JULY 14, 2023
As the mid-summer sun shines brightly, it’s time to seize the season’s opportunities and make the most of your entrepreneurial spirit. We know you’re already rocking your home-based ventures, but why not consider adding a summer side hustle to your repertoire? Sometimes the summer months can take a toll on your home business income.
Success
JULY 11, 2023
Q: I just moved to a new area and want to plug into my community. How do I go about doing this? A: Moving to a new area comes with a laundry list of things to do. All the logistics, work arrangements and details can feel overwhelming. But once you settle in, finding community should be a priority. I can testify to this truth: Wherever you are, your community will shape you.
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Practically Perfect PA
JULY 11, 2023
The key skill to becoming a Strategic Business Partner As an Assistant, you play a crucial role in supporting your Executives and ensuring the smooth functioning of the team and the organisation. However, sometimes it can be challenging to prove your value as a strategic partner, [.
Allwork
JULY 14, 2023
To make inclusive programs successful, it’s important to align with an organization’s authentic culture and brand values. The ultimate goal is to create inclusive behaviors and experiences, not just places. Here are three ways to tell a more inclusive story in the workplace. This article was originally written by Beth Novitsky of Gensler for Work Design Magazine.
BMT Office Administration
JULY 14, 2023
Mail scams may be making a comeback, but the quickest, easiest, and most efficient way for a scammer or phisher to steal employees’ identities is to hack into your computer network. These attempts are more common than ever, and making a bad situation even worse — courts are increasingly holding employers responsible once there is a hack. Two recent cases, from two different states, using two different state laws, illustrate the risk.
Success
JULY 10, 2023
We’re more than three years away from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, which is no longer a national public health emergency, and many companies have made it very clear: they want their workforce back in the office full-time or on a hybrid model. Companies such as Salesforce and Google have tried using ultimatums and bribes to convince employees to start coming in.
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.
Workplace Insight
JULY 12, 2023
The new issue of IN Magazine is now available to read online. The print edition will be posted shortly. In this issue , we look at the ongoing shift in the way we think about work and workplaces but without falling back on the simple, cliched thinking that defines much of that conversation. We consider what happens now for the world’s fringe business districts as Canary Wharf sets out its plans for the future in the wake of HSBC’s announced departure.
Allwork
JULY 14, 2023
As the future of work continues to evolve, it’s best to constantly prepare yourself for any outcome. Sometimes, layoffs are just unavoidable, but you can avoid being unprepared for the chance you become part of one. Handling rejection, especially in the worksphere, is incredibly uncomfortable and difficult; it’s best to not dwell and to just move on, but to also use it as an opportunity to learn and upskill.
Karen Vivarelli
JULY 11, 2023
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Jennie Lyon
JULY 10, 2023
Over the last year, did it ever feel like you’re working much more for less income? For many people, their dream is to work from home. They believe that it will give them freedom! No more commuting in the morning and evening, they can have lunch in their own kitchen, if their kids need them,… The post How to Double Your Income by Working Less appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing Services Inc.
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.
Workplace Insight
JULY 11, 2023
Even though people who belong to so-called Generation Z are often described as digital natives, it is actually ‘Baby Boomers’ who are most focussed on workplace technology, a new poll claims. The report from interior design and fit-out business Claremont claims that firms are having to work increasingly hard to address the needs and priorities of different workplace generations.
Allwork
JULY 14, 2023
What’s going on: Instacart, a grocery e-commerce platform, is entering into a new partnership with flexible workspace provider Industrious. The collaboration will allow Instacart’s B2B unit to become the official same-day snack, beverage, and supplies marketplace for Industrious’ U.S. coworking spaces, according to Grocery Drive. It’s reported that Industrious business customers will be granted “a complimentary one-year Instacart+ membership with unlimited free same-day delivery
Allwork
JULY 14, 2023
What’s going on: Last year, the Southeastern region of the U.S. emerged as a hub for new business activity, recording nine out of the top ten major metro areas for new business applications per 1,000 residents, according to Axios. This is despite a nationwide decrease in new business applications from 2021 to 2022. The report cites major metro areas like Miami, Atlanta, and Orlando as having seen a surge in entrepreneurial activity.
Allwork
JULY 13, 2023
In-person interactions foster empathy, helping to create a sense of mutual trust and connection. Whether it’s small teams, mid-sized business units, or the entire organization, in-person activities cultivate group cohesion and belonging. The golden standard for hybrid work involves reducing commute times by scheduling only high-value, face-to-face activities at the office.
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
Allwork
JULY 13, 2023
What’s going on: San Francisco is grappling with the financial implications of a changing work landscape, as more employees opt for remote work. A report by the city controller and treasurer reveals that the shift to remote work has resulted in an estimated $484 million loss in tax revenue, according to Mission Local. Despite this loss, it’s reported the city’s 2021 tax haul reached a record high.
Allwork
JULY 13, 2023
What’s going on: Google has launched a rebranded version of its AI-backed note-taking tool (Project Tailwind), now known as NotebookLM, according to The Verge. The AI tool is designed to work with the users existing content and can provide summaries, explain complex ideas, and has citations built in which will help users fact-check generated responses.
Allwork
JULY 12, 2023
Working from home often means contending with an environment that is full of distractions. The absence of direct supervision and presence of colleagues can reduce motivation and accountability, making it easier to procrastinate or deviate from completing tasks. We came up with nine helpful tips to ensure you’re helping yourself stay focused and be productive while working from home.
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