Allwork

DECEMBER 10, 2023

You can’t get the best out of freelancers until you’ve honed your management processes. And the key to good management — freelance or otherwise — is communication. Clear communication up front, and continuing conversation through regular check-ins and transparent project management helps streamline workflows and prevent confusion.

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Allwork

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The results of Google’s Project Aristotle, a wide-scale internal study of Google teams, suggest Aristotle was on to something. . Project Aristotle found that team success does not depend on the members of that team so much as the norms which determine that team’s behavior. .

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 25, 2017

Project management is a key skill for PAs these days. So many organisations are recognising that PAs are natural project managers – we are organised, we structure our work in a way that lends itself well to project work and actually we’ve been managing projects for most of our working life!

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Allwork

MAY 23, 2023

Working with managed development service providers gives you the ability to scale up or down based on your needs, helping reduce costs while alleviating the time crunch involved with delivering high-quality, innovative, customized apps. One of the most common phrases in project management is “good, fast and cheap – pick two.”

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

At the recent Future Assistant conference we held a session on Project Management for beginners. It was a really popular session and it made me think that we could do a lot more blog posts on project management, particularly as so many of you are working on your own projects and in supporting project teams.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 21, 2021

But here’s to people who run teams, the Project Managers. Several qualities of excellent project managers differentiate them from their other team members, and rightly so. It’s no big secret that being a Project Manager is not everybody’s cup of tea.

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Allwork

AUGUST 8, 2022

Due to the lack of in-person interactions, leaders have relied on constant Zoom calls or Slack messages to ensure everyone is on the same page and getting their projects done. . However, there’s more to an asynchronous workforce than just project management. But what would happen if workers were simply trusted to do so? .

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 25, 2019

It is becoming more and more common for Assistants to manage staff and lead teams on projects. Many Executive Assistants manage teams of other Assistants and Administrators, and we all know it can be tough keeping Assistant’s careers on track and keeping them motivated.

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Success

MAY 15, 2022

Think about the best team you’ve ever been a part of. What made that team work? Was it the project? Now think about the worst team you’ve ever been on. Chances are you have been on more teams with dysfunction than teams that operate seamlessly. Collaborative teams equal enhanced productivity and results.

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Success

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Managing and parenting are alike in many ways—and you can use your child-raising skills at work to be a better manager. Both managing and parenting are balancing acts. Something that I love to do with my children and with my team as a CEO is talk about wins and losses. At home, we call them highs and lows.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 4, 2024

A quarter of all projects do not meet the business goals that their organisations set for them, according to research published by the Project Management Institute (PMI) in the 15th edition of its Pulse of the Profession report – The Future of Project Work. These projects account for a quarter of all budget lost.

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Allwork

MARCH 21, 2023

A recent study at the University of Birmingham found that 52% of managers agreed that working from home improves concentration, 60% said it improves productivity, and 63% stated it increases motivation. Another key finding from the study is that managers are becoming more aware of the challenges of remote and flexible working.

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Allwork

AUGUST 30, 2022

An effective, accepted, and well-understood culture can keep teams more productive. Team members meet frequently with their global associates to collaborate and focus on common initiatives and are recognized publicly for their achievements. . If you need to present the same content to teams globally, set up multiple meetings.

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Allwork

MAY 17, 2023

For facility managers, it’s important to lead by example. These managers should incorporate sustainable practices into their own routine and encourage their colleagues to do the same. How should facility managers approach implementing sustainable practices and what are the key things they need to do? What are you missing?

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Success

MAY 19, 2022

Among those hats are manager and leader, especially in the earliest days of a company’s history. It can be tough to know when to manage vs. when to lead, especially if you’re new at running a company or team. Let’s break down management and leadership roles in the workplace in detail. What is management?

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 18, 2016

After speaking at the Assist Conference Heather Dallas from Dallas Development has written a great follow up blog on her popular Project Management for Assistants session… Taking on a project is a great way of raising your visibility and getting you the recognition you deserve. Firstly the QTC Triangle.

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Allwork

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Now, IT leaders and their teams play a critical role in ensuring that businesses remain operational and address any obstacles that may come in the way of workplace technology. . Chief vibe officers can also work alongside HR and other leaders to suggest perks that could improve team morale, such as summer Fridays. . Head of Remote

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Success

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

When a manager has main character syndrome at work, it can create a toxic environment for everyone involved. I’m going to get personal: I’ve been that manager, and reflecting on my own experience as a “main character manager” made me want to learn more about strategies to let go of my ego and be a better leader. million views.

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Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

brandx , a global team shaping the standard for innovative wayfinding strategies, signage systems, and brand experiences, is pleased to announce its official launch as a specialty partner of international architecture and design firm HLW. A great example would be one of our most recent projects, Subway’s Headquarters in Miami.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Nicki Cave is currently the Administrative Services Director for the Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) Dallas EA/AA team. She also leads SW Administrative initiatives and partners with the NAMR Administrative Team. She also leads SW Administrative initiatives and partners with the NAMR Administrative Team. EA/AA team.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JUNE 26, 2022

Cher Heard is the Client Infrastructure and Support Manager at an Investment Management Firm in Kansas City, MO. Her role is as diverse as the team of people she manages and supports. Cher Heard is the Client Infrastructure and Support Manager at an Investment Management Firm in Kansas City, MO. ABOUT CHER.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 9, 2019

Managing multiple managers can be daunting. It is a luxury if you only support one executive or manager. The tips below are for supporting a group of managers on a regular basis. Being an excellent communicator and being organized are vital skills to managing multiple managers or executives.

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Success

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Then one day, you’re promoted to manager. For instance, you may suddenly feel a desire to over-manage or micromanage your people. For instance, you may suddenly feel a desire to over-manage or micromanage your people. You know you need to trust and enable your team , but you’re reluctant all the same. Run with it!”

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Allwork

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Before deciding which partners or service providers to trust, you need to be confident about their risk management and governance structures. . Harmful consequences from a lack of oversight and risk management highlight why it’s critical for founders to have someone who can help them make good decisions, manage risks, and address blind spots.

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Allwork

APRIL 24, 2024

The most effective approach to tackling procrastination in remote work settings involves self-discipline, realistic goal-setting, efficient time management and establishing accountability. Type three, referred to as “the over-booker,” is busy and driven yet struggles with time management.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 17, 2024

As administrative professionals, managing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial for ensuring smooth operations. Whether it’s handling emails, documents, or projects, having a well-organized system can significantly improve productivity and streamline decision-making processes. Here are two examples of this.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Back in April 2011 I started as a team assistant to an office of 25 people but as time went on I started to get involved in finance, human resources and marketing along with the office management. Since 2011 there have been several structural and management changes. Transition from an EA to a project support manager….watch

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Great project managers often are described as good communicators, able to delegate tasks and be cool under pressure. But as competition heats up in various industries and the marketplace becomes more globally connected, such qualities won’t be enough to ensure a successful project management career.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2024

This is particularly useful in meetings, brainstorming sessions, and during project planning. Notes will help ensure you can manage all the important to-do items that might otherwise get lost in the daily hustle. Tracking Work Progress Documentation is also useful for tracking the status of tasks and projects.

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Productivity Bits

JUNE 9, 2015

The skills that are required of you as a project manager are numerous and various. You are supposed to be able to manage time and schedules well, and only those with developed planning skills can do this successfully. A message from the Productivity Bits Blog Team. Thank you for subscribing! Thank You! ~

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Allwork

MARCH 9, 2023

With so many coworking space management software options available, it can be difficult to determine which app is worthwhile and which software will best meet the needs of your coworking space. andcards Efficiently managing a coworking space should be easy, and that’s exactly what andcards aims to help operators do.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Three built environment projects that have, respectively, restored an historic market building in Porto, delivered 182 individual school projects in Flanders, and created a hybrid, mixed use flagship development in Paris, have been announced as winners in the 2023 Urban Land Institute (ULI) Europe Awards for Excellence.

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Granting autonomy to employees, trusting them to manage their time and workload, and providing them with the freedom to explore creative solutions can lead to remarkable spikes in innovation and productivity. Leadership teams, accustomed to traditional office environments, often equate visibility with productivity.

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Eat Your Career

AUGUST 2, 2022

There may also be someone on your team who actually wants to do some of the things you have on your plate. They might be sitting there saying, “Gosh, I wish I could learn how to work on those presentations, I wish I could have that project on my plate because I want to develop that skill set. Someone Else Wants the Responsibility.

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

When wrapping up a project, it’s easy just to let the work be marked “completed” and move on to the next big thing. However, a project debrief is essential to learning from the experience and growing as a team. Conduct a successful Project Debrief by setting aside the time to review and discuss. The 3 Critical Questions.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2019

As an assistant of 20 years, I had one perspective of meeting management. You must keep these things in mind when you are managing your executive’s calendar. Calendar management is an important skill. What about time for my leader to work on: projects return phone calls respond to e-mails delegate work on presentation?

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The first time I became involved in planning meetings was in my role as an office manager/prospect donor researcher in the Grants and Development Office of a state university. This is where the word “team” comes into play. Here are some of the areas of expertise to consider when putting together your team.

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