article thumbnail

What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

They oversee many aspects of daily operations, including hiring new staff and ensuring all necessary duties are completed on time and within the office budget. For example, answering phones, taking messages, purchasing office equipment, working with relevant software and filing paperwork.

article thumbnail

Cost Effective Ways to Greenify Your Business

Eco-Office Gals

Therefore, as we explore some cost-effective ways to greenify your business, just keep in mind that we’re providing suggestions on how to make your company more energy efficient, which is not only better for the environment, but your budget too: Travel differently. Purchase Energy Star products.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Five Things Small Businesses Need to Know About Free

Tips From T. Marie

When I first started my virtual assistant business I was on a tiny budget. Even so, I cut back on the things that I could in order to get a business phone line, a multi-function fax/printer/copier and a couple of business books.

article thumbnail

The best timeclock options for small businesses

BMT Office Administration

From high-tech biometric readers to simple punch clocks, there are many options to fit your budget and preferences. Something to consider when budgeting for a timeclock is whether there will be any additional recurring costs associated with your timeclock of choice. So which options work best for your business? Let’s take a look.

Payroll 52
article thumbnail

6 Easy Steps to a Better Work-Life Balance

Professional Assistant Blog

Create a budget! Go out with friends, take a hot bath, listen to some music, join a club or take a class. Imagine that the end of the world is near. Picture what you would do in the last moments of your time. Try to do these things in your life starting today. Finances can weigh people down and create problems in relationships.

2008 100
article thumbnail

Stephanie Hosts Jill Hively: What's for Dinner? 5 Steps to Meal.

Stephanie LH Calahan

In addition to in-home space organization, Jill offers meal planning basics that grant young professionals confidence in the kitchen allowing them to regain control of their food budget by cooking meals and dining at home. Network with Stephanie or Connect with Your Smart Phone Become a Fan Follow this blog Categories News & Updates!

Health 100
article thumbnail

Thinking Outside the Job Description Box

Professional Assistant Blog

Some assistants regularly manage small budgets when planning functions or have bookkeeping responsibilities and work regularly on spreadsheets. This can be a rewarding career change for those suited to this type of work. Finance: An assistant with a head for numbers may be able to move into finance in an accounting or a tax firm.

2008 100