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How Women Are Rising in Business

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Women of color-owned firms saw a growth of 43% between 2014 and 2019, while firms owned by African American women saw both the highest growth rate (50%) and the highest number of “net new women-owned businesses” (42%). million workers and generating revenue of $1.9 of women-owned businesses.

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What can assistants expect in 2015?

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I genuinely think 2014 was a turning point in our industry and I think 2015 will see a consolidation of our efforts to take our profession forward. The situation has improved over the last few years and we have seen record numbers attend events in 2014 but it will continue to be a struggle in 2015. Assistant networking and events.

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A Manual for Dealing with Rejection

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Accurate self-appraisal, the ability to respond to feedback and keeping rejection in perspective : These are all powerful tools when on sales calls, whether you’re out on the entrepreneurial limb or in a leadership environment. This article was published in September 2014 and has been updated. History has proved this time and again.

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Practically Perfect PA visits: The Hilton Anatole, Dallas

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There are also a variety of cafes, restaurant and shops dotted throughout the lobby. Flexible Work Environment. Advertised minimum rate is $229 per person (March 2014). The atrium lobby is beautifully designed with Asian inspired decor. In fact, there are over 1,000 pieces of Asian art throughout the hotel. Air Conditioning.

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A day in the life: Danielle Howes, Linley

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Anna joined LINLEY in 2013, initially as CFO before assuming the role of Chief Executive in January 2014. I don’t really have a hard part of the day, I used to work in marketing for a large agency and that was gruelling so I appreciate the nice work environment and work life balance I currently have.

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A day in the life: Rebecca-Monique Williams, Adaptive Lab

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On days where I’ve been too knackered after work to cook, for lunch the next day, I’d pop to one of many great restaurants near the office. There are some fab vietnamese restaurants – I’m partial to a kimchi banh mi. So, in a way, I could look at 2014 as my career highlight for growth.

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The Talbott Hotel, Chicago

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I’ve heard many hotels talk about this issue over the years but the Talbott does seem to have a real concern for the environment and can be seen in their extensive recycling programme, green technology and purchasing carbon offsetting. Advertised minimum rate is $139 per person (March 2014). Why book The Talbott for your boss?