The Small Business Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

Build your own network! Ten Small Business Startup Ideas – 2009/09/20 by Stefan Töpfer on Sep 20, 2009 If you are sat at home this weekend contemplating starting your own small / micro home business or becoming a self-employed freelancer / sole trader then here are ten quick-fire business ideas to use as a starting point.

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 28, 2010

Build your own network! Top 5 Tips for Training Employees on a Budget by Stefan Töpfer on Mar 29, 2010 The top 5 tips weekly post is always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. Many equipment manufacturers offer free training to companies that purchase their products. Starting a Small Business?

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NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Build your own network! 5 tips for Sourcing Employee Training for Small Businesses by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 09, 2009 The top 5 tips weekly post is always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. Ask corporations – often they have training courses or accreditation for their products.

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Success

JULY 11, 2021

It can be that you go back to school or re-train in a new field to gain specific knowledge and skill sets. It can mean networking in an entirely new way and putting yourself out there in the world so people can see and hear you. This article was originally published in June 2009 and has been updated. Photo by Rido/Shutterstock.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 Training On-line Recently someone asked me a question about training on-line so I thought I would share the answer in a post. I use a place based in Toronto, Canada called Last Minute Training. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!"

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Workplace Insight

JANUARY 11, 2023

Supporting purposeful work by connecting employees to the ‘why’ behind their role and providing career growth with training and enrichment programs. During the 2007-2009 recession, companies with the most inclusive cultures grew by 14.4 Recognising and celebrating employee success and empowering them with decision-making autonomy.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 18, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Do Not Disturb - Training In Progress By The Professional Assistant on Friday, January 18, 2008 Filed Under: Client Service , Meetings , Productivity D o you get staff members coming to you for all sorts of questions? Are you the main contact in your department? When youre on a phone call, do people hover over you?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 16, 2023

Kathleen served as an adjunct faculty member at the McCallum Graduate School at Bentley University from 2009 to 2019 where she taught the Psychology of Financial Planning in the CFP program. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, PBS NewsHour, Money Magazine, TODAY Money, Forbes, and CNBC.

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Loosely Speaking

MARCH 12, 2009

This blog will highlight the tip I provided at the meeting: Using the Marketing-Mentor 2009 Grow Your Business Marketing Plan + Calendar. With a host of 3-4 different writers (including a VA who works in Dublin), a few are armed with nothing but a 2009 Grow Your Business Marketing Plan + Calendar ! I love this thing!Â

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. . To be able to network, you must have confidence.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Jeff Probst told the world in September 2009 when he accepted his second Emmy as “Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program.” Three weeks later, he was living in Manhattan, working as an on-air personality for the FX network. “The adventure you’re ready for is the one you get!” I think you’re right.’”

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Job Advice Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

It’s about networking. Plainly put, to network with each other. It’s commonly known that 60 to 80 percent of job seekers get their next jobs via networking. It’s not about sexual preference. Every morning, when I take my walk, I observe groups of teenagers waiting at street corners for their school buses.

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Make or Break Moments

JUNE 12, 2010

In almost EVERY instance – the discussions weren’t conversations, they were links to articles, sales pitches for training sessions, products and webinars. Perhaps a better way to think of social media is as a social NETWORKING tool. When we think of networking, we think of a give and take of information.

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JANUARY 1, 2010

Each day as you set your agenda you can balance the list of tasks, networking events and busy work against your three words to see if you are remaining focused. I am still working on my three words for 2010 but my first word is NARROW. And I was successful! Last year I selected three words, which were Bite, Charge and Follow-Up.

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APRIL 15, 2010

As the news hit that we were in for tough economic times I asked the question “will the economy have an impact on the dollars you spend for customer service training?&# It was a sad set of answers but most said yes – training would be one of the areas hardest hit on their P&L. Have a question?

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Success

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

In 2009, Paul Graham, co-founder of startup accelerator Y Combinator, wrote an essay entitled, Maker’s Schedule, Manager’s Schedule. Brian Dean has built a thriving SEO training company, Backlinko.com , by producing quality blog posts. Reflect: Journal or meditate to create a productive mindset.

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Make or Break Moments

MAY 26, 2010

I’m not normally fond of them – it can be jarring – the sound of the buzzer every 30 seconds – the fact that you talk to 90% of the people that aren’t target prospects and the 10% that might be are here and gone in less than a minute.

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Andrea Kalli

MAY 15, 2010

Tips for Twitter Network Marketing: The Components of a Viral Campaign Social Networking 101 – What is Social Networking? September 24th, 2009 at 3:01 pm Thanks for posting this Andrea, the first link “My Social Buttons&# had the perfect button we were looking for! 3 facebook & twitter buttons (1 comments.)

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Make or Break Moments

JUNE 14, 2010

While we were only two strong in our Panera, we knew that we were part of a much larger group worldwide sharing the same thoughts and networking moments. We shared a make or break moment. Two Linchpins in Northeast Ohio. It felt really cool to be part of!

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MAY 6, 2010

Women business professional from several surrounding states came to network and connect and attend a series of over 40 break out sessions. One of the groups to lead a session came from the Trust Group.

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APRIL 14, 2010

This regional economic development trade summit is the brain child of Rita Singh from Miraj International.

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JUNE 4, 2010

On June 14, 2010 at 8pm est – Linchpins around the globe will unite to share, network, connect and collaborate. All inspired by Seth Godin.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 13, 2023

The decline in UK productivity since the Great Recession of 2008/2009 has been a matter of concern for business leaders, policymakers, and economists alike. The UK has historically suffered from underinvestment in infrastructure, including transportation networks, digital connectivity, and research and development facilities.

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Loosely Speaking

DECEMBER 22, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Building on your skills Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 8:46 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Virtual Assistant Resources It’s the time of year when we all do some self assessment and then look ahead to changes we want to make in the coming year.Â

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On The Job

AUGUST 19, 2014

SB: I learned about mindfulness in September 2009 when considering development opportunities for the Women in IT networking group I was involved in at General Mills. At that time, several leaders at General Mills had received mindful leadership training. AB: How did you come to use mindfulness at work?

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Make or Break Moments

JUNE 21, 2010

Attend a new networking event? The same is true for our business and our relationship with our customers. How can we do things differently to make it more valuable and more interesting for everyone involved? Can we start a blog? Add a new service or product? Change our hours? Reach out to a new audience?

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FEBRUARY 2, 2010

Staying tuned in – to what my network members are doing, professionally and socially. And you are a great one for connecting with peers and networking on the net. Shoutin’ out “HOORAY&# – love jumping on facebook following an impressive Cavs victory to show my pride & support. I’m so excited.

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Loosely Speaking

MARCH 19, 2009

We spoke yesterday, March 18, 2009, as a part of her Insider series for Virtual Assistants. Listen to my interview with Jeannine Clontz Jeannine’s goal in offering her Teleseminar series is to help VA Entrepreneurs “increase profits and build the business of their dreams.&# Visit: www.VAbizcoach.com for more.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 21, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt I hear from a lot of people who are out of work. October 21, 2009 8:05 PM Barbara Safani said. Mark James said.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 29, 2009

At Office Dynamics, our passion is not only training assistants to shine and excel, but bringing national attention to this wonderful profession. Starting April 1, we will post a blog a day through Wednesday, April 22, 2009. We know you have a huge network and we need your help! Tags: Admin Assistant Training.

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Make or Break Moments

JULY 1, 2010

June 20, 2010 Sheila Clover English , Social Network Committee Chair , International Thriller Writer’s Organization I didn’t know Sheila. I learned a great deal from her regarding social media marketing, organizing my time better and walked away with a lot of tools. She is engaging and fun as well!” Has that happened to you?

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Loosely Speaking

JANUARY 24, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Chicago Seen & Heard Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 11:21 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Travel On the streets of Chicago, lurching from one chilly January adventure to another. ktcosmos Comment // January 27th, 2009 // 9:58 pm Hey GrannyJ!

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Loosely Speaking

JANUARY 16, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Calling all Northern Arizona Virtual Assistants: Is there anyone out there? Friday, January 16, 2009 at 10:54 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Life of the Virtual Assistant Northern Arizona Virtual Assistants unite! Sounds like fun. I may show up.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 29, 2009

At Office Dynamics, our passion is not only training assistants to shine and excel, but bringing national attention to this wonderful profession. Starting April 1, we will post a blog a day through Wednesday, April 22, 2009. We know you have a huge network and we need your help! So, here is how it works.

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Loosely Speaking

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Please Mind Your Manners Monday, November 16, 2009 at 10:18 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Business Strategies/Perspectives , Life of the Virtual Assistant Please bear with this veteran VA while she spouts off on some assaults on common courtesy she’s noted of late.

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Loosely Speaking

JUNE 7, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Regional Virtual Assistant Retreat? Sunday, June 7, 2009 at 10:40 am // By: // Category: Life of the Virtual Assistant Entrepreneurs who work from home often report a sense of isolation, caused by, well, working in isolation much of the time.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

Build your own network! Economics – Small Business Quote of the Week by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 07, 2009 A small business quote keeps you thinking, inspired and entertained. E-Mail me or follow me. Small Business Bootstrapping How to start your own small business with no or little money. Starting a Small Business?

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