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The What, Who and How of Outsourcing… So You Can Let Go

Success

When Harry Hecht, an Orlando, Florida-based mentor with SCORE—originally named the Service Corps of Retired Executives—encounters business owners who are reluctant to outsource, he has them track their time. “I If it’s answering the phone, you should have a script. Bring it on. You have to pick your battles,” DeNike says.

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What Kind of Leader Are You: A Fixer, Fighter or Friend?

Success

That internal dialogue that each person generates while trying to sort out what they’re observing and how they feel about it, multiplied across the organization, is what creates the underlying dynamics of a company culture. The Friend’s gift. I was fortunate enough to have a mentor do that for me at a critical moment in my career.

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The Big Secret to Time Management and a More Fulfilling Life

Stephanie LH Calahan

This is a powerful gift and must be used wisely. I talked to over 40 of my international colleagues and asked them for their one favorite tip on setting and managing priorities. One of my on-line mentors is Alex Mandossian and one thing I admire about him is the massive volume of work he can pump out. PAY ATTENTION! His secret?

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10 gifts to give your career

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, December 28, 2009 10 gifts to give your career As the gift-giving season draws to a close, it’s time to remember that you still have one more gift left to bestow: The gift of a better career.

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Business Success Lessons I've Learned (Part 2)

Virtual Moxie

answer, and further that I won't do the phone tag thing. instantly smack yourself on the forehead and internally ask, "What in. committed to on the phone and get yourself off the hook, Some great language for doing that is, "I know I said I would do X, but I find that I just can't. If you're like me, you find. Whether you come.

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The Full Interview - The Person Behind the Professional

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I opened the phone book and signed up with every single one in town. Just being in their presence means being informally mentored by osmosis. The kicker was, since the event was international, there was a time zone difference. The best gift I ever received was _.’ What is your most cringe-worthy moment?

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106 Thoughts on Overcoming Overwhelm in a Freaked-Out World

Stephanie LH Calahan

Use the notebook for everything you want to keep track of: to do lists, grocery lists, client meetings, phone calls, dreams and goals. Pick a half-dozen little items that can be completed in 5 minutes each or less (an email you need to send, a phone call to make, something to look up on the internet.) a 6x9(ish) spiral notebook.

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