Small Business Labs

MAY 25, 2010

on Choosing the Right Industry » May 25, 2010 Social Networks, Cultural Evolution and Idea Sex Humans:  Why They Triumphed  is a fascinating article from the Wall Street Journal that examines the roles social networks and collaboration plays in cultural evolution.  like this post.I

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Success

AUGUST 17, 2022

For many, though, having a side gig bolsters their resume rather than detracting from it. To quiet that fear, focus on bolstering your personal and professional network. Gather 10 people from that network and conduct an informal product test. Gather 10 people from that network and conduct an informal product test.

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Allwork

DECEMBER 10, 2023

They have stellar resumes. The pros of expert freelancers They can start promptly. They can hit the ground running. They’ve seen your tech stack before — especially if you’re a DTC brand. They’re agile hires. They’re a flexible expense. The cons of expert freelancers They can be tough to integrate into existing systems.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 10, 2012

You’ll need to make copies of your resume or have a nice folder. Thank you cards, buying people coffee when you network or need advice, thank you gifts, and postage all add up. Sometimes companies don’t validate for parking especially if you are doing testing at a temp agency and are there for a few hours.

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On The Job

JUNE 20, 2008

Some examples include software design/development; product management; networking/system administration; finance; and government contracts administration. Recent schooling always looks good on a resume, and many companies cannot offer higher salaries unless you meet certain educational or training requirements.

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On The Job

JANUARY 18, 2008

If you think your employer's in trouble , start getting those resumes out there. Network like crazy. The people I talked with this week said there may be some shakeout in various industries (finance, retail), but those who know the latest technology, trends, markets, etc., There are warning signs, which I wrote about here.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 24, 2008

She carefully monitored the family finances every month, and was meticulous in balancing the checkbook and making sure that something went into savings every month. How many of us have kicked ourselves for not being better networkers so that when the layoffs came, we didn't have many places to turn for help? She hated antiques.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

We can fill pages and pages of our resume or LinkedIn to set ourselves apart, listing every skill we claim to have. However, to be honest…it’s not enough. As an admin, it’s remarkably difficult to gauge our skills prior to performance on the job. You must apply and be approved to take the exam.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 6, 2013

Google for the UTA list and sign up for all email lists and job boards for the entertainment industry, network with people you know, send your resume and cover letter snail mail to every company you want to work at to the attn of the recruiting department, and establish an online presence so headhunters find you via LinkedIn and job sites.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

First, what you have been up to recently that is exciting, fun or new, why and what sort of job you are looking for, and your contact information and an online link to your resume or a social media profile (more on this later). I actively grow my LinkedIn network every week, if not every day. She gave me her business card.

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Small Business Labs

AUGUST 26, 2010

  But with economy picking back up this industry should resume its pre-recession growth path. .  And while there are large firms involved in the personal service industry, it is mostly comprised of small businesses. No doubt a lot of personal service firms were hurt by the recession.  Web/Tech women work/life balance

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 8, 2010

Build your own network! Maybe I will try to resume my blogging one of these days. Effective Small Business Planning Strategy Planning your small business is the best way to avoid costly mistakes. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Making your small business carbon neutral. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

For instance, if you put the action down as Finance Director to pay invoice by January 31st, you need to put what was discussed or later on you will never remember what prompted that action. The team members were pleased with the work and it was agreed that the Finance Director should pay the invoice from the Recreation Account.

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2007

Build your own network! We no longer use our work environment as our social-interaction-generator, our organically grown social networks will embed us all into functioning local social infrastructures, which are so important for our mental well being. E-Mail me or follow me. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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