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DECEMBER 12, 2023

Coworking started as a grassroots movement and has evolved into a legitimate industry, especially after the 2008 recession disrupted traditional office leases. Major companies adopted coworking for flexibility before the pandemic, and now post-pandemic work strategies are embracing coworking spaces for their convenience and design. The shift toward hybrid work models and coworking arrangements offers companies cost savings and employees the benefits of choice and autonomy, suggesting a reevaluat

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 11, 2023

I firmly believe that self-assessment is a crucial tool for personal and professional development. By evaluating your own performance (instead of simply relying on others to provide feedback), you can proactively identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth. The end of the year is a natural checkpoint for reflection, but self-awareness and self-evaluation are tools you can leverage all year long.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Shifting your mindset from a traditional Assistants to a Strategic Business Partner In today's fast-paced business environment, the role of Assistants has evolved beyond the traditional aspects asociated with the job. Many organisations have recognised the value of Assistants as strategic business partners who can contribute [.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Discover why soft skills are essential for career growth and gain insights on enhancing communication, collaboration, and more.

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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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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Izzy Gousby is the manager of an executive support team, has over 25 years of experience in the administrative field, and is also a Veteran of the United States Army Reserves. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Izzy discusses the power of networking, what it means to own your work, managing a team of executive assistants, and cultivating confidence.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

In 2023, the tech industry experienced waves of layoffs, with the total number of workers losing their jobs amounting to nearly 260,000. The figure stems from Layoffs.fyi , a website that has been documenting the total number of worker layoffs throughout the tech industry this year. According to a recent article published by The Atlantic , this marks a major increase from the 165,000 industry-wide layoffs in the previous year.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

Coworking spaces aid in the creation of new career opportunities, equip people with skills, knowledge, and education, and support work-related tasks. Access to technology is a privilege that many people do not have. Fortunately, coworking can bridge the gap to provide more equitable opportunities for skills and development. With more coworking spaces comes more job opportunities in the workspace industry, including community manager roles.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Technology is supposed to make our lives easier. Smart phones provide a palm-size window to the world, enabling us to do almost anything at the touch of a button. Smart homes look after themselves, and virtual meetings mean that for many, time spent commuting is a thing of the past. So we should have more free time. Time which is now spent sleeping, relaxing or simply doing nothing – right?

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Allwork

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As we usher in the new year, the 2024 work landscape is poised for a seismic shift with Generation Z set to redefine the corporate culture. For the first time in history, Gen Z is expected to outnumber Baby Boomers in the U.S. workforce; this demographic change marks a pivotal moment, signaling a departure from the traditional norms established by previous generations.

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ProAssisting Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Understanding the Role of a Remote Executive Assistant In today's dynamic business landscape, leveraging the best virtual assistant services is paramount. Picture having a dedicated professional remotely managing your tasks, elevating productivity, and boosting overall efficiency. That's the transformative power of a remote executive assistant. Administrative Support Tailored for Success A remote executive assistant excels in providing comprehensive administrative support.

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

In a TikTok video from August, woodworker John Furniss shows off an in-progress piece in his shop. It’s a big, gorgeous bowl, about 11 inches wide, into which he’s layered alternating pieces of yellowheart and black walnut wood. As his wife, Anni, films, he turns the bowl on a lathe, carving intricate ridges into the side. A few days later, he’ll share the finished product, oiled up and practically glowing in the sun, with its gorgeous grains on display.

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

Mastering the five P's of powerful public speaking Public speaking can be intimidating for many people, but with the right techniques, anyone can become a confident and engaging speaker. One effective approach, we learned from Alina Jenkins, Head of Communications at Body Talk, is to incorporate [.

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DECEMBER 10, 2023

You can’t get the best out of freelancers until you’ve honed your management processes. And the key to good management — freelance or otherwise — is communication. Clear communication up front, and continuing conversation through regular check-ins and transparent project management helps streamline workflows and prevent confusion. Invest in the right strategy powered by the right expert freelancer and you’ll see a return.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Social status of top management in a company is positively associated with innovation, including workplace innovation, due to greater access to resources for research and development (R&D), finds new research from UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business (UCD Quinn School). The findings were first published in the journal R&D Management. Professors Luca Pistilli and Alessia Paccagnini, both from UCD Quinn School, and Ali Radford from Aston Business School collected the financial, ownership,

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Success

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The truth comes out eventually—often in an exit interview, when well-meaning managers conduct surveys and ask all the tough questions now that there are no strings attached. This is a time for former employees to say how things really were. But why wait for that moment to learn that a miscommunication or a series of bad experiences—sometimes even fixable or preventable ones—were the reason you are losing a great employee?

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In Episode 505 of our podcast, we are excited to welcome Matt Martin , a visionary in the intersection of AI, productivity, and time management. Matt and I delve into the evolving landscape of AI tools and their impact on our work lives. This episode is not just about the tools themselves but also about how we can integrate them into our daily routines to enhance our efficiency and creativity.

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Allwork

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In 2024, ongoing stress, burnout, persistent loneliness, and the looming “ Great Gloom ” will pose significant threats to employee wellbeing. A Deloitte Marketplace Survey suggests burnout could become the workplace epidemic of 2024. Alarmingly, 53% of employers are experiencing burnout, surpassing even employee rates. To counteract potential adverse wellbeing effects in 2024, employers should reinforce their initiatives, offering personalized , compassionate support for all employees but with

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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.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The UK Government is bringing forward its target to relocate 22,000 civil service roles out of London. It comes as new figures today show that 16,061 roles have already been moved out of London, exceeding the commitment to relocate 15,000 roles by 2025 as part of the Places for Growth programme. Under the newly announced plans, Aberdeen, Darlington and Greater Manchester are to host second headquarters for major departments.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

Mailing holiday cards is a popular tradition. But amid a busy season, the activity can create more stress than joy. At minimum, there’s the business of purchasing, signing, addressing and mailing our greetings before the holidays arrive. Many of us go further, paying extra for custom-designed photo cards and even booking private photography sessions in the hopes of capturing that perfect shot.

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In the whirlwind of today’s digital frenzy, where attention is a hot commodity, your website is not just a virtual storefront—it’s the opening chapter of your brand narrative. Picture it: a captivating story that hooks your audience from the first click. Now, let me share a game-changing secret with you that revolutionized my perspective after 16 years in the business world—Donald Miller’s “ Building Your StoryBrand.” The Lightbulb Moment: A Game-Changer for Every E

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Allwork

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In the age of automation, continuous learning should be integral to a company’s long-term growth strategy. Reports indicate that businesses committed to lifelong learning have a 30% higher chance of becoming industry leaders. Companies that fail to develop a culture of lifelong learning and development (L&D) could experience challenges such as a skills mismatch — resulting in a workforce that is ill-equipped to deal with a rapidly changing business landscape.

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Get the best of the previous week’s news, features and commentary from Workplace Insight direct to your inbox by subscribing at the link below. In this week’s newsletter : news on the growth in the flexible working market, the impact of AI on middle class jobs, and how the final stage of your career might be one of disillusionment. There’s commentary on the most popular workplace stories from the past year and how tech is stealing your time.

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

As of right now, the people who make their living penning songs seem to be decidedly undecided about artificial intelligence. And a little uncertain about the implications and expectations in the world of music. Can it make a songwriter’s job a little easier? Absolutely. But will AI replace songwriters and all their heart and soul? Not likely. In any kind of creative industry, most are in a wait-and-see mode when it comes to AI.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

It’s a scene straight out of a holiday movie: A family travels to an idyllic farm to cut down their own Christmas tree and spends the day walking the rows, making wreaths and sipping hot cocoa. At some of the 15,000 Christmas tree farms across the United States, this picture-perfect scene isn’t fiction. Many farmers forgo the wholesale market by welcoming visitors to purchase fresh trees—one of some 25 million sold in the U.S. every year.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

As the festive ambiance envelops workplaces, the hunt for the perfect Secret Santa gifts for coworkers begins. Despite the cautious approach many take toward professional relationships, it’s undeniable that each person has a cherished coworker who brightens their day. In fact, positive connections among colleagues is now recognized as a potent strategy for cultivating an engaging and productive work environment.

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Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion

In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

It’s the holidays, right? Time to pour a few drinks with your favorite colleagues and finally break the ice with your iciest boss. But what you might not be thinking about is that your behavior at your office holiday events might directly impact your career headed into 2024. It’s not just Santa who’s watching… Not to scrooge all over your fun workplace event, but it’s helpful to have a strategy and a mindset on how the holiday party might relate to your position.

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Allwork

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Research shows that there is a clear upside to hybrid work for employers in terms of productivity and profitability — companies whose employees have the option to work in-office or remotely have demonstrated a 16-percentage-point advantage in revenue growth over the last three years. Companies across the board are right-sizing their workspace commitment and landlords are feeling the squeeze.

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

No matter what life throws at you—good, bad, big, little—it’s important to express gratitude. To give thanks for yesterday, today and tomorrow and all that you’ve experienced because each up and every down you face is a landmark on your journey that makes you who you are. Appreciate all that you have in your life, and don’t fret about the things that you don’t.

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