Small Business Labs

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Like many large corporations Caterpillar, the Illinois-based heavy equipment maker, is increasing the size of their contingent workforce (freelancers, contractors, consultants, temps, etc.). We haven't talked to anyone at Caterpillar, so we don't know why they are choosing to report this.  This is a 35.1%

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Tips From T. Marie

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Luckily, the temps here in Maine this week look like it should make it easy to pretend the first signs of leaves turning aren’t showing up on Autumn Lane. Now it’s time to catch up, even if the weather is whispering summer sweet nothings in my ear. Next year I’ll be sure and plan to go!

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Small Business Labs

MAY 15, 2012

Although the overall labor market continues to improve, there isn't a lot of good job news for young Americans.  But even for college grads, the numbers aren't pretty. The grim job market is a key reason more young Americans are pursuing work as independents (temps, freelancers, etc.).

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Virtual Moxie

JUNE 9, 2014

there already are times you''re not available, and I bet you don''t even flinch about those times. Please don''t overcare about them. Taking on more than is yours to take on is part of an employment model that teaches people to do more than they signed up for in order to hopefully keep their jobs.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 19, 2015

Are you one of the many assistants who claims you can’t attend a training course or even get away for a free webinar because you’re just too busy? to get some work done before showing up for class and after putting in a full day of learning, goes back to her desk and works until 6:00 p.m.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

JANUARY 11, 2023

In January 1986, Bonnie Low-Kramen, who was 27 at the time and temping in Broadway box offices as she tried to carve out a career as an actor, was tipped off to a gig as the public-relations director for the Whole Theatre, a small theater in northern New Jersey. The work came with a lot of perks — like attending awards shows — and burnout.

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Eco-Office Gals

MAY 30, 2013

Maybe the lease is up or the building is for sale and you’re seeking a new location. Meanwhile, you are accumulating more stuff than ever, and you’re choking on boxes and office furniture that you won’t need for two years but can’t get rid of. Sound familiar? You’re not alone.

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Eco-Office Gals

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

The super storm that caused massive damage up and down the Eastern seaboard might have been the last straw for those that have been loudly promoting sustainability, and excuses are just no longer acceptable. And it isn’t just lip service. Luckily, not everyone has waited this long to get involved in saving our planet.

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Small Business Labs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

  BTW, this quote pretty much sums up 1 of the 4 key reasons more firms are targeting small businesses.  Due in part to a steady drum beat about small businesses being the backbone of the economy and future of work, companies are realizing small businesses make up a big chunk of the U.S. These are: 1. and global economy.

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Eco-Office Gals

MARCH 21, 2011

According to a video on BBC’s “Blood, Sweat, and T-shirts” thread, it takes 150g of pesticides and artificial fertilizers to make just one adult-sized cotton t-shirt. When this happens, you can relish the fact that you kept such a treasure in circulation rather than letting it end up in a landfill. Treat fabrics gently.

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Success

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Covering up to 800 square feet, the air220 works to clean indoor air with three levels of filtration to capture smoke, dust, pollen, hair, pet odors and more and all with a motor that keeps the room “library quiet.” True Temp weighted blanket For someone who likes the feeling of being hugged ever so gently while sleeping, this is the blanket.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Don’t forget to download your handout before watching: Why Assistants Should Consider Certification Handout. Live Webinar Question and Answer Follow up! I worked in 12 different companies in 5 states and worked my way up to Executive Assistant supporting Presidents and CEOs. I know every aspect of the profession.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

Recently, a temp worker at my job gave me another Google tip. Of course before I recommend anything I try it out so I picked up the phone and it asked me what I was looking for and what city and province. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!" 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

But there are some people who don’t need a full-time assistant; they need such services only when they’re on a certain project or burdened with too many short-term responsibilities. Follow up any appointments you make so that nothing is left to chance. 23, 1 p.m.

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Who's the Real Boss?

AUGUST 31, 2020

But as a hard and fast rule, it is important to skill yourself up to the highest level in being able to produce formal Board minutes, as for any other lower level of meeting you can just scale back the formal-ness of your minutes to suit the tone of that meeting. What are the expectations of the meeting Chair? No one can tell you that.

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Small Business Labs

JANUARY 25, 2016

NPR's Goodbye Jobs, Hello 'Gigs': How One Word Sums Up A New Economic Reality  covers the history of the word "gig" and suggests it as the 2015 word of the year. Now we have to get more people to understand that the shift to the gig economy isn't all bad. 

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

One of the more interesting data points from the MBO Partners State of Independence surveys is how independent workers (freelancers, temps, self-employed, etc.)  This is up from 33% who said independent work is more secure in 2011. look at job security. This makes independent work look more secure.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 16, 2007

look at it this way, you are getting a professional on a timeshare basis, and believe me when I say, having you phone answered in a professional manner makes a lot of difference to your business, or keeping up with your bookkeeping, so you know where you are – this all will make your business much more professional.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

Tell us your story on how you went from temping in LA to being the EA of high-profile CEOs. I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. I learned through informational interviews that I should apply to temp agencies. I opened the phone book and signed up with every single one in town.

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Virtual Moxie

JANUARY 24, 2011

Most people don't have that, and Sam, it doesn’t sound like you do. Quit your job cold, and work full-time in your practice Unless you already have fabulous financial reserves, or a partner/spouse/family to support you, this would never be a smart way to transition, and I don't recommend it. Susan Tulini on On Justin Bieber.

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On The Job

JULY 10, 2009

It may cost you some time in the beginning, but it will save you in the long run when job seekers tie up your phone lines or e-mail asking, "Did you get my resume?" And wouldnt the boss think it was just peachy if a rant turned up online from the candidate criticizing your behavior? Lisa, "Sometimes the job isn't worth it."

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 1, 2009

You see, celebrity-stardom aside, Kevin Parent is just a guy who lived through many of the same struggles you’ve had (or are having), from pursuing a creative career to building an audience to despairing you won’t make it to rejoicing you will to contemplating giving it all up. You can’t live on thin air.

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