Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 13, 2018

Career Development Featured admin administrators assistants Books Business Career EA Executive Assistant PA Personal AssistantIf you have been reading the Practically Perfect PA blog for a while, you will know that I often tell Assistants that they have to read EVERYTHING, which includes emails, reports, the intranet, the internet, business guides, your Executive’s magazines and newspapers. Really anything else that you can get your hands on that will develop […].

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Simple Productivity Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2020

I've been buying Amazon books since 2009. That's a whole lot of books. And while writing a recent article on backlogs, I realized that I have built up a huge backlog of unread books on my Kindle. The post Getting A Kindle Book List From Amazon appeared first on Laura Earnest.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 26, 2018

Core Competencies admin administrators assistants Books Communication EA Executive Assistant Office manager PA Personal AssistantIf you look at any job application for an Assistant role, you will find something about communication skills. It is a must-have in our profession. Well, we have to communicate efficiently with our Executives, we have to interact with loads of different people from all walks of life and different levels within the business. […].

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Eat Your Career

MAY 23, 2019

I am so excited to announce that my new book is now available for purchase ! For those of you who attend my monthly free webinars and Q&A sessions , you’ve no doubt heard me talk about this book. When I truly set my intention to finish and publish this book by the middle of this year, things just fell into place. So, what’s this new book all about? I’m so excited to share the stories and strategies in this book!

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 25, 2019

Core Competencies Featured admin administrators assistants books for Assistants EA Executive Assistant Office manager PA Personal Assistant public speaking Virtual AssistantI write a lot on Practically Perfect PA about how Assistants should speak-up, have confidence and represent themselves and their Executives in meetings. This is often easier said than done, because, as we all know, speaking in public (whether that is in a session or a larger public setting) is hard.

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Dumb Little Man

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

The most classic way of reminiscing those moments, for example, is through a personalized wedding photo book. If you want to know how to create the perfect photo book for your wedding, here are some tips to make it stand out. Decide Whether You Want a Photo Book or Photo Album. Like the couch and sofa, some people often think of photo book and photo album as if they’re the same thing. Photo Book. • A wedding photo book is a remembrance.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 19, 2019

The trait that I admire most in exceptional leaders (think Oprah Winfrey and Brene Brown) is the time they dedicate to learning new things. I love that they read, take on new ideas and concepts and never stop growing. This is something that I always try to find time for, and I think it is […]. Career Development Core Competencies Featured admin administrators assistants Competencies EA Executive Assistant Key Skills Office manager PA Personal Assistant Strategy Virtual Assistant

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Small Business Labs

MAY 30, 2014

  The book is based on several studies of students from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. There's also good news in the book, especially in the area of gender equality.   Book Reviews Demographics Baby Bust: New Choices for Men and Women in Work and Family is a short (88 pages), easy read.

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Clutter Coach

JANUARY 17, 2016

by I like an organic approach to organizing books. By that I mean that I suggest paying attention to how you use your books and what works well with your current set up before rearranging them. You may find that books you use a lot are already on the most convenient shelf. It doesn't matter if those books are on different subjects and are different sizes, keeping them as handy as possible is a good idea. your books on the shelves horizontally.

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Clutter Coach

MAY 16, 2017

by Books are sacred. The first line of attack is: don’t buy a book until you’re ready to read it. I recently talked to a client about the books on his shelf, most of which he hasn’t read, and he no longer remembers when or why he acquired them. Now he’s face with hundreds of books he feels he should read, someday. Even a budget scanning service would cost hundreds of dollars given how many books he had. They’re emblems of culture.

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Small Business Labs

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Because there are so many new and small manufacturing firms, I was very excited to read the  The Manufacturer's Book of Lists  by small business expert Gene Marks.   Also, because the book is organized in lists by functional area you can go directly to issues you are struggling with.   I found Chapter 3 on human resource issues to be one of the most important in the book.  Chapter 3 of this book nicely summarizes this very important area.

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Dumb Little Man

MAY 2, 2019

We’ve listed the 6 things you should think about when booking your wellness revival so you can make the most of your relaxing retreat. While of course luxury is appealing, you don’t actually have to spend a fortune to book a fabulous spa holiday. Make sure you research the kind of spa services you hope to enjoy before booking a resort to avoid disappointment. Likewise, before you book a retreat, keep in mind the type of clientele you’ll encounter on your wellness retreat.

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Dumb Little Man

JUNE 7, 2015

Those who are new to the world of investing should take the time to read at least one of the books listed below. Ideally, beginner investors should take the time to read two of these books before moving on to research and practice, and they should later come back and pick up the remaining titles as bedtime reading. The post Great Books For Beginner Investors?

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 31, 2013

Recently I read a business book that I really enjoyed. The author, small business owner Jennifer Forest, worked from home following the birth of her children and set out to make that the topic of her latest book. She found that she was often asked by mothers she met about how they could start working… Read the full article here: Book Review: Work Women Want on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG. Book Review book review Business Books women work women want

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Your boss comes to you and tells you that you need to book the travel for 100 people for a Winter getaway, and it needs to be done by next week… eek! Book it yourself. Where do you even start? Well, there are two options: 1. You could always waste several hours searching multiple websites […]. Core Skills Featured Sponsored posts Travel admin administrators assistants business travel EA Executive Assistant Office manager PA Personal Assistant Virtual Assistant

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Brilliantly Better

NOVEMBER 2, 2019

In a culture dominated by Instagram celebrities and teenage Youtubers, he stands out as a solid professional, astute thinker and prolific writer, with best-sellers like “Sapiens” or… The post Yuval Noah Harari – Sapiens – Book Review appeared first on Dragos Roua. Book ReviewsYuval Noah Harari is an interesting phenomenon. For a historian, he’s extremely popular.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 6, 2019

There are so many hotel websites available for Assistants to use when booking business travel for their Executive. Here are ten websites to help book great hotels. If you don’t work with a travel management company, where do you even start? This list covers everything you need to search and compare prices. When you are […]. Core Skills Featured Travel admin administrators assistants EA Executive Assistant Office manager PA Personal Assistant Virtual Assistant

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

  The book also makes a strong case why we should share more - think sustainability and money savings - and provides the information needed to get started in the sharing economy.   My favorite part of the book is chapter 6, What to Share. It has about 80 pages (almost half the book!)   For anyone trying to figure out what to share, this chapter alone is more than worth the cost of the book (which is a modest $9.99

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Dumb Little Man

APRIL 2, 2015

Here’s the good news: anybody who wants to become healthier, better organized, happier in their relationships, more effective at work, or more financially secure can look for inspiration and guidance in inspirational books. Here are five inspiring books suitable for anybody wishing to make some positive lifestyle changes. The Fit Bottomed Girls’ “Anti-Diet” Anybody who is tired of the diet industry pushing a one size fits all, body size ideal is going to love this book.

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Small Business Labs

JANUARY 20, 2015

I'm more than a bit behind on my book reviews, which is why it's taken me so long to get to Jacob Morgan's excellent book, The Future of Work. The book begins by covering "The Five Trends Shaping the World of Work", which are major megatrends impacting business, society and, of course, work.    The strength of this book is how well it synthesizes the wide range of trends driving the future of work. Book Reviews trends

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Small Business Labs

MARCH 5, 2020

Gig Mindset is a different kind of book on the gig economy.    Almost all gig economy books focus on how to become a freelancer or some form of independent worker.   And it also inspired him to write this book. The core of the book is about what Estes calls The T.I.D.E This is an important book because of it's focus on how to use nonemployee talent.  But freelancers of all kinds will also find this book useful.

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Dumb Little Man

JUNE 2, 2020

But, the first step in writing a book is usually the hardest. If you are on the journey of writing your dream book, then you have come to the right place. Here, we provide important guides for writers stuck at the beginning of their book-writing journey. We aim to help writers understand why it is a good time to start writing a book. Becoming an established writer is easy when you find the reason for writing a book.

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Dumb Little Man

AUGUST 21, 2018

Authors pour their heart and soul when they write a book. When the manuscript is finalized, the next critical task of designing a compelling and appealing book cover comes. Some authors outsource the designing of their book cover, while some take the DIY route. If you wish to design your book cover on your own, you can use online graphic design tools such as Designhill. You can create an alluring book cover design with this AI-based tool within minutes.

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Dumb Little Man

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Some books can linger in your memory for a long time. There are books that can shake you from within while others can make you a better human being. The books in this list did all those things to me. If you are struggling with any of these things, these are the most recommended management books you need to check out. 1)The Decision Book: 50 Models for Strategic Thinking. The first on my list is The Decision Book. Every person has his own favorite books.

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Dumb Little Man

APRIL 15, 2019

It’s not a problem for you to help peers with their academic papers and you are ready to read tons of books on different topics. To be specific, read the most terrific books providing insights into the world of numbers and formulas. Once you turn to the last pages of the following books about math, you’ll never consider it boring or difficult again. This book provides insights to encourage your clear thinking about different areas of life.

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Dumb Little Man

AUGUST 31, 2016

In case you’re looking for a great place to start, here are the 5 most recommended business books by today’s entrepreneurs as well as the best tips you can learn from each of them. Startups need an entirely different approach, and that’s where Eric Ries’s book, The Lean Startup, is valuable. Rework is not your traditional business book. Even today, Carnegie’s book keeps on flying off of shelves and it’s actually isn’t surprising.

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

Charity for All: Why Charities are Failing and a Better Way to Give is a fascinating book. According to the book, there are about 1.4 million The book chronicles a number of high profile examples of failed charities. You may ask why I'm reviewing this book.  Key quote from the book: “The public must begin to see donations as investments. Small Business Book Reviews trends

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Productivityist

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Mike offers up book reviews here at Productivityist , and he writes about other things he''s learned at People Smarter Than Me. This doesn’t sound easy (and it’s not) so McKeown organizes the book around four big areas with specific tips for each one. I found that McKeown leaned too heavily on reporting from the Harvard Business Review (where he is a contributor) in this book. thinking from Do Cool Sh-t or Switch by the Heath brothers, then you may like this book.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 19, 2019

Office Dynamics has put together a list of books for administrative assistants and executive assistants that will help you with your professional development and personal life. In Joan’s 5 th book for administrative assistants and executive assistants, the red-lipstick-wearing Rock Star, and pioneer of administrative excellence exposes the game-changing truths and unwritten rules you need to know in order to maximize your potential. Word Trippers E-Book by Barbara McNichol.

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Dumb Little Man

JANUARY 26, 2017

Through reading, foreign language book learners not only learn a new language, but also get to explore a new culture. In case you want to learn a new language by reading foreign books, there are a few simple rules to follow. If you are going to read a foreign language book, get a dictionary. This method involves reading two books — one original and the other translated, simultaneously. Also, you can use bilingual books. You get two languages in one book.

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Simple Productivity Blog

AUGUST 19, 2011

When I am asked to review books, they are generally involved and complicated. Her latest book, ABC Organization , is aimed at the preschool age child and goes over the basics of organization. This book was a light and fun read. Book Information. Book: ABC Organization. Disclosure: Marie Calder Ricks provided me with a copy of the electronic book proofs to enable me to write this review. Book Organization Review

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Productivityist

MAY 7, 2015

It might not seem like it considering the number of book reviews I do, but sometimes I get in a reading rut. Days will go by when I haven’t read a book and despite my best attempts to try tactics that have worked in the past I can’t seem to start a new book. The book is full of great anecdotes, quotes from others, and real business lessons. This book reminded me that no one gets everything right. Get Smarter is a good book, but not a great one.

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Dumb Little Man

APRIL 14, 2017

We often hear about how he devours dozens of books per month and how successful he has become for that. I mean, I have never seen a person own SO MANY books just because she liked all of them. It was astonishing to see how her drawers were full of books, and even more when she said they didn’t fit that she had to place them in two or even three rows. So, here’s what I found out in my odyssey trying to read more books, based on both our experiences.

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Productivityist

JANUARY 15, 2015

Their books are good. This helpful analogy in the book is a nice triad for us to frame how to change and where we may miss a switch. Luckily the book gives ample examples of ways to get the rider going in the right direction, one of which is called “script the critical moves” Our rider wants to be right and when he’s not tugging at the elephant’s reins can fall into paralysis by analysis limbo. One suggestion from the book is to “shrink the change.”

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Small Business Labs

DECEMBER 2, 2013

The End of Suburbs was released released last summer (OK, I admit I'm a bit behind on my book reviews), but I was reminded of it today while running errands in my suburban town.    The key theme of this book is the near universal desire for the a big suburban house with a big yard is receding.   Instead, a growing number of Americans (the book is about the U.S.) The book focuses on the rise of New Urbanism.

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Dumb Little Man

JUNE 26, 2017

They have an extensive list, ranging from science fiction and fantasy to historical and business books. Carve some time this weekend and snuggle with a good book, beginning with the following best business books. First published in 2011, the book and its central topic remain relevant today. If you are busy and you have to choose just one book to digest this year, this should be it. I am betting you will enjoy this book as much as I did.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 12, 2014

Many will skip the gauntlet that is busy airports and scheduled flights preferring to arrange their own private transportation, which means that assistants will be asked to book, chartered flights for their boss (and potentially their entire family and staff). Private charter provides significant time saving, security, safety, comfort and convenience for your boss but if you have never booked a chartered flight before it can be a formidable task.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 26, 2014

For any assistant booking a flight for the boss can be a daunting task. Here are my top tips on booking a flight for your boss… . Once you have the flight booked there are a few more aspects of the trip you should consider before your boss boards the flight. If your organisation is based in London I would always recommend you book your flights from London City Airport. I booked a flight for my manager to travel from London City Airport to New York.

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Small Business Labs

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

  He's a cultural anthropologist, partner in a coworking facility, business professor at Texas State and the co-author of one of the first books on coworking - I'm Outta Here.    He goes on to say that a key driver of this shift is people want more "independence, trust and honesty in their working lives"   A lot of ground is covered in this book.   I do have one required disclosure since I just suggested you read this book.

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Small Business Labs

JANUARY 5, 2017

The book provides a wealth of excellent "how to" advice on succeeding at independent work. Mulcahy packages up the information from her MBA course in this book, and at only $16 ($11 if you buy the Kindle version), it's a a whole lot cheaper than taking her class at Babson.    The book covers a range of topics, including: How to stop looking for a job and start looking for work. See the book for details.  Book Reviews gig economy

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Small Business Labs

OCTOBER 16, 2012

 It was not widely reviewed, which is too bad because I think it's a very important book.   This book also nicely explains at least part of the "paradox of place"   This paradox is the Internet and connective technologies have resulted in place and location being both more and less important.  This book shows why so many companies (and people) are choosing to locate in high cost locations like San Francisco. Book Reviews

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 13, 2014

Over the years I have booked many different types of entertainment for events I have been asked to organise. I once booked a caricaturist that pretty much offended everyone he drew. I also booked a band that thought they were The Beatles, bringing way to much kit, throwing a strop when they saw the small stage and generally acting like divas. I’ve booked entertainment that has brought the house down and entertainment that has made people leave the conference.

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Simple Productivity Blog

JUNE 27, 2012

There are many, many areas where things are going away, but the place I always start is my books because I can go through them rapidly. Getting rid of books has always been painful, particularly if I haven’t read the book yet. It’s gotten easier – I used to feel serious discomfort if I got rid of a book I had read, and knew I would never read again. What The Books Represent. The Three Step Process To Weed Out Books.

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