Thu.Jul 20, 2023

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How to be intentional in your Assistant role

Practically Perfect PA

How to be intentional in your Assistant role As an Assistant, it is not enough to provide administrative support to your Executive. Today's EA role has evolved into a more strategic partnership, with Executives relying on their Assistants for counsel, technical expertise, and critical analysis. Therefore, [.

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How to Master the Art of Delegation in 3 Steps

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Whether you’re launching a new business as the sole employee or you’ve been successfully running things for a few years, there’s no doubt that you’re busy checking off tasks on your to-do list. But just because you’re doing doesn’t necessarily mean you’re accomplishing. It can feel paradoxical. Getting your inbox to zero might feel like progress, but not if you’re just avoiding larger, more meaningful tasks to help your business grow.

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Study Finds Portion of Commercial Landlords in U.K. Are Embracing Energy Sustainability

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What’s going on: A recent study conducted by infinitSpace and The Instant Group, in collaboration with independent market research firm Censuswide, surveyed 250 commercial landlords in the U.K. about their current energy sustainability practices, according to Property Wire. The research aimed to identify the most popular energy-saving measures and future priorities as the commercial real estate sector moves towards net-zero emissions.

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‘People insight deficit’ puts firms’ reputations at risk

Workplace Insight

The CIPD is urging business leaders to have board-level HR representation or input to ensure there is the necessary expertise and ‘people insight’ to develop positive corporate cultures and manage workforce risks such as sexual harassment. This is the unsurprising message in a new report from the CIPD ‘The value of people expertise on corporate boards’.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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WTTC Advocates for Increased Women’s Participation and Opportunities

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What’s going on: The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is advocating for increased women’s participation in the travel and tourism industry, according to Hotel News. During the Women Deliver Global Conference held in Kigali, Rwanda, professionals in the industry discussed the challenges faced by women in the sector and explored strategies on how the industry can overcome them.

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Top 10 U.S. Metros Attracting Job Seekers from long distances

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What’s going on: While U.S. Census Bureau data reveals that the amount of people moving across state lines has been on the decline since the 1950’s, job seekers are still willing to look beyond their local regions for employment opportunities, according to research by LinkedIn. LinkedIn’s Economic Graph team analyzed data to develop a top ten list of U.S. metropolitan areas that are attracting the longest distance job seekers (based in miles).

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UK government plans to parachute AI experts into departments to ‘turbocharge’ productivity

Workplace Insight

So-called ‘digital gurus’ from the private sector will be ‘parachuted’ into government departments as part of radical plans to ‘turbocharge’ the technological skills of civil servants, Cabinet Office Minister Jeremy Quin has announced. Delivering a speech at the think tank Policy Exchange, Minister Quin set out a number of measures which he claims will drive forward the government’s plans to harness innovation and technology including AI to make Whitehall run

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Should DEI be the Cornerstone of Your Workplace Strategy?

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Today, the most successful companies understand the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their workplace strategy. A diverse workforce can help organizations tap into new markets, bridge cultural gaps, and foster innovation that resonates with a broad range of consumers. A study conducted by McKinsey & Company also found that companies with diverse executive teams were more likely to outperform their peers in terms of financial performance.

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How to Survive a Recession, According to a 91-Year-Old Business

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Millions of Americans were unemployed, a spate of bank runs swept the country, drought and dust storms ravaged the state—and yet none of that dissuaded one couple from opening a drugstore in a small South Dakota town in December 1931. Almost a century later, that store with humble beginnings has grown into one of the most iconic roadside attractions in the U.S.

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Elevating the Virtual Interviewing Experience

Sharing your authentic self in a virtual interview can be an unwanted challenge. How do you break through the digital barrier when conducting a virtual interview and share your exceptional self? Think in unconventional ways to elevate the virtual interviewing experience.

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AI Adoption is Giving Rise to Skills-Based Hiring

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What’s going on: The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is causing changes to the way college students are approaching the job market, according to WVNews. The Cengage Group’s 2023 Employability Report reveals that over half of employers (57%) believe certain entry-level jobs and skills could be replaced by AI. The report also states that 65% of recent college students said they’re eager for training on working alongside AI.

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Workplace Communication Etiquette: Best Practices for Response Times and Setting Boundaries

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Holding doors, saying “please” and “thank you” and practicing good table manners—most of us are well versed in these common social etiquette behaviors. But as technology and work arrangements evolve, the rules governing workplace communication etiquette may need to do the same. Do you have to respond to an email within a certain number of hours? How long do you have to send a message back to a colleague?

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How Taylor Swift’s “The Eras” Tour is Reshaping the Tourism and Entertainment Industries (and the Economy) at Large

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What’s going on: Pop star Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has been a significant economic booster, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. The tour has not only increased travel and tourism in the region but also in several other U.S. cities. Market research firm QuestionPro estimates that the tour could contribute up to $5 billion to the global economy.

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The Ultimate PR Playbook for Coworking Spaces: 8 Winning Strategies to Stand Out

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One powerful tool that can elevate your brand, attract new members, and create a strong community is public relations. By tracking key metrics and analyzing data, you can refine your PR strategies and maximize their impact. By staying attuned to market trends, further refining your strategies, and leveraging data-driven insights, you can position your coworking space for long-term success in a thriving and evolving industry.

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.