All Things Admin

MAY 26, 2021

When I worked corporately, travel planning was one of my favorite parts of my job, and I still love it today. COVID-19 brought the travel industry to its knees, but as vaccinations roll out and restrictions loosen, we’re getting closer to a place where we can move freely again. The basics of travel planning still apply.

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Allwork

DECEMBER 21, 2023

of survey respondents citing travel expenses and time as their major concerns. The concerning challenges for the commercial real estate industry leads a lot of people in the workforce to question what collaboration will look like in the future , and more specifically, how offices will be utilized in 2024.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 15, 2016

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 really do have world-class speakers talking all thing business travel. Why should you attend Assist Travel? Well, I actually have three reasons why you should attend Assist Travel!

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 4, 2017

In a time where the majority of emphasis is placed on finding the best price, the easy route is to choose the cheapest option when booking your executive travel, especially when it comes to airport transfers, be it a group or individual. Larger companies are using this statistic to drive prices down, at the expense of the driver themselves.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

When you’re one half of a couple, frequent business travel can take its toll on your relationship. However, for some business travellers (and even their partners) there is a middle ground. Bleisure’ travel – as it has been dubbed by some in the travel industry – is the mixing of business trips with leisure experiences.

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Consider the travel industry as an example. There is virtually no cost of goods , and only a marginal increase in expenses once the paying client starts using your center. Using an aggregator helps level the playing field. Major hotel chains, airlines, and car rental companies use aggregators to compete and drive revenue.

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Small Business Labs

APRIL 25, 2016

  But the ridesharing industry is not just stopping there. It's starting to have major impacts on adjacent industries.  Business travelers, the mainstay of the rental car industry, are also switching from rental cars to ridesharing.

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On The Job

JANUARY 11, 2021

When you're making career plans for 2021, it's a smart idea to imagine where you think future economic growth will be, the industries that will still continue to suffer from the pandemic and whether this might be the right time to start your own business. Business travel lags. Consumer rebound. Entrepreneurs will blossom.

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Success

JULY 26, 2023

Throughout her roughly 15-year career in investment banking, international development and renewable energy financing, she traveled to over 30 countries across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. How the wine industry really feels about NA [nonalcoholic] wine and the [nonalcoholic] wine drinker is not very positive.”

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 4, 2017

In a time where the majority of emphasis is placed on finding the best price, the easy route is to choose the cheapest option when booking your executive travel, especially when it comes to airport transfers, be it a group or individual. Larger companies are using this statistic to drive prices down, at the expense of the driver themselves.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 22, 2012

I must admit I’ve been struggling to start writing the blog this week, I knew I would be discussing the dreaded task of processing expenses and as I’m sure you can imagine the subject hasn’t really stirred my creative juices! Do you have an expense policy in place? Try to do all of your expenses at the same time at least once a week.

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Small Business Labs

JUNE 29, 2020

.  If that happens, it means major cuts in operating expenses in addition to capital spending cuts.    The first set of impacts hit consumer-facing industries, like travel, entertainment and dining.  The impact on cities is a good example of the pandemic's 2nd order effects.  

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Small Business Labs

OCTOBER 30, 2012

According to Staffing Industry Analysts , the online staffing industry is now about a $1billion dollar industry that's growing at "double-digit" rates.    The best known of the firms in this industry are probably oDesk and Elance.  Based on this, I don't think it's a big industry.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 31, 2019

As trailblazers in the administrative training industry, Office Dynamics wanted to celebrate outstanding ideas birthed by administrative and executive assistants. Other ideas presented included: An executive’s travel binder. Therefore, I created the Joan Burge Innovation Award in 2019.

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Allwork

OCTOBER 9, 2023

With years of experience running a coworking space in Berlin and extensive research and travel to over 500 coworking spaces across 50 cities, Pauline has gained deep insights into the uniqueness, importance, and impact of collaborative work environments on people and communities. Jo Meunier [00:03:58] Right, okay, thank you for that.

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Allwork

AUGUST 30, 2022

In fact, in one industry study , nearly two-thirds of employees listed corporate culture as one of the top reasons they either choose to stay with their employer or look for opportunities elsewhere. . An ideal culture reflects your corporate values and requirements, instills trust, is at the heart of your processes, and motivates workers.

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Small Business Labs

MAY 10, 2010

Blog powered by TypePad Member since 01/2005 « Increase in Unemployment Rate Good News | Main | 1 in 8 Consumers Forecasted to Cut or Eliminate Cable TV in 2010 » May 10, 2010 Disruption and the Analyst Industry I signed up for GigaOm Pro  recently.    It costs $79 a year to subscribe. . 

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C-Suite Assistants

JANUARY 23, 2023

This could involve setting up a document system in the Cloud, a CRM system, scanning physical documents, organizing financials and expenses, contacts, etc. Depending on your industry, management style, and personality you may also want help with many other projects and tasks as well. Event management is also often taken on by the EA.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 21, 2014

After many many years of booking business travel to Houston for my Executives I finally got to travel there myself in January 2014. With 31% of visitors travelling to Houston for business many assistants will, at some point in their career, book business travel to Houston.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 4, 2016

For any of us that have heard Lucy speak, we will know that Matthew is the person that keeps the wheels rolling at Executive Secretary Magazine while Lucy travels around the world promoting the industry. You can hear Matthew sharing his tips on all things business travel related at Assist Travel in London on the 9th September.

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Eco-Office Gals

JUNE 28, 2017

When you travel through South Australia, you’re greeted by beautiful vistas and amazing ocean views. Renewables Are Expensive. These statements have propped up the coal industry for years, and for many years, they were correct. Renewables Are Expensive. We Can’t Give Up On Coal.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 25, 2023

News began to travel and soon companies bought them and loved them. The cost of constructing meeting rooms is 55% more expensive than pods. The history of the pod began with the realisation that many workplaces suffered from the same problem – with no solution available. 2 Pods reduce stress Yes, really.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

We can however use the events industry to make small but significant changes. Commuting accounts for a third of all car travel and events are a great opportunity to reduce that. It affects both carbon emissions and the amount of expense receipts coming through! Here are 5 easy changes that can be made today. Save energy.

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BMT Office Administration

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Some industries do not easily lend themselves to certain set-ups. The extent of flexibility depends on the individual employer, the industry, and the nature of the job. This offers a greater chunk of free time plus eliminates the time and expense of one roundtrip commute. Take healthcare, for instance. Reduced schedule.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 1, 2020

There are also differences across industries. Some industries and positions require a great deal of travel, as well, while others may be more situated within their own city. As you might imagine, working as a C-level Executive Assistant for a finance giant is very different from the same role in an advertising firm.

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Allwork

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

In his work, he’s always built for impact at the intersection of real estate and travel technology. Blending local education, coworking, and travel, it’s a transformative experience for every generation and a fresh twist on the future of work. . You had the freedom to travel when you wanted. Jo Meunier [00:04:07] Expensive! .

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Here are a few of my favourites: Travel. This app is slightly more expensive but worth paying for if your manager travels a lot. You can set it for your current location or receive alerts from places you are planning to travel too. And it is also handy for when your manager is travelling. FlightTrack: £2.99

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Here are a few of my favourites: Travel. This app is slightly more expensive but worth paying for if your manager travels a lot. You can set it for your current location or receive alerts from places you are planning to travel too. And it is also handy for when your manager is travelling. FlightTrack: £2.99

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

With the challenging job market of the past five years, many who have expensive business degrees report they can't get more than entry-level jobs. Morgan says taking a step down can be necessary if it's what is needed to get yourself established with a desired employer or if you're changing industries and don't have the experience.

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C-Suite Assistants

AUGUST 31, 2021

The right assistant can free up time so that you can focus on more important tasks like fundraising, industry networking, expansion, and other measures. From data entry to social media, small business owners can also benefit from hiring an executive assistant.

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Allwork

JANUARY 22, 2024

Guest Episode Video Transcript Giovanni Palavicini President of President of the Global Workspace Association Giovanni Palavicini boasts an extensive 15-year tenure in the flexible workspace industry, serving as a prominent real estate broker and the esteemed president of the Allwork.Space association.

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A Great Day's Work

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Traveling to a new location leaves the dread and dust back at the office and gives employees a fresh feeling and an enthusiasm towards the new experience. Yet offsite meeting rooms are quite a small expense compared to the optimism they can yield from employees. This article was provided by Spacebase.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 5, 2015

I manage his schedule and monitor his emails, as well as help organise some of his travel, company events, and client dinners, occasional research, expenses and ad hoc tasks – all the general PA duties. I have a dual role: my primary responsibility is being the PA to the managing director. Both roles overlap greatly.

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Small Business Labs

JUNE 23, 2010

  These are stainless steel "industrial facilities" on wheels that bring a butcher and federal meat inspector to small farms.    Because of this, it can be very expensive for small farms to transport their herds to these facilities for processing.  Web/Tech women work/life balance

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2009

I'm not making a six figure income and Talbots is expensive.". You may have to travel a little ways out of your community to find a store that better fits your budget and your body. In regards to your comment about "expensive." Please keep in mind that looking good does not have to be expensive. You are right.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2009

I'm not making a six figure income and Talbots is expensive.". You may have to travel a little ways out of your community to find a store that better fits your budget and your body. In regards to your comment about "expensive." Please keep in mind that looking good does not have to be expensive. You are right.

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Allwork

JANUARY 22, 2024

Guest Episode Video Transcript Giovanni Palavicini President of President of the Global Workspace Association Giovanni Palavicini boasts an extensive 15-year tenure in the flexible workspace industry, serving as a prominent real estate broker and the esteemed president of the Allwork.Space association.

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