Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 9, 2024
The Art of Networking: A Guide for Assistants It can't be understated how important networking is for Assistants. I know it isn't something most Assistants particularly like doing; it is slightly out of our comfort zone. We have to put ourselves in the spotlight and talk about [.
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APRIL 9, 2024
Coffee shops serve as dynamic work environments where the ambient noise and social presence can boost productivity and creativity for many individuals, in contrast to the quiet, sometimes less stimulating office spaces. There are psychological and physiological reasons why coffee shops are effective workspaces, such as varied scenery, social facilitation, white noise, and enhanced creativity, which companies might consider incorporating into their workplace design to entice employees back to the
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Workplace Insight
APRIL 6, 2024
There is a typically telling and intelligent Pixar moment in the film A Bug’s Life in which an already well-lubricated mosquito goes up to a bar and orders a ‘Bloody Mary, O Positive’ The barman plonks a droplet of blood down on the bar. The mosquito sinks his proboscis into it, sucks it down in one go and promptly falls over. The mosquito doesn’t need a glass because that is for animals who have a problem with gravity.
Success
APRIL 7, 2024
Imagine if you asked a search engine a question and actually got an answer instead of a list of links. You could get all the information you were looking for without having to dig through multiple websites for the answer. Well, that future is here. Google has actually been testing their generative AI search since last May, but we’re hearing a lot more about it now.
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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APRIL 10, 2024
American workers favor hybrid work arrangements over fully remote setups, according to the 2024 State of Workers Report by Morning Consult. This change in preference reflects the evolving nature of the post-pandemic workforce and its impact on workplaces. The report, which surveyed “6,625 U.S. adults, including 3,389 employed adults,” found that 29% of employees prefer hybrid work, while only 23% opt for remote work.
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Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 11, 2024
Managing Expectations: Building a Strong Relationship with Your Executive In the world of executive assistance, the relationship between an Assistant and their Executive is paramount. It's the foundation upon which successful collaboration is built. One of the critical aspects of this relationship is managing expectations. The better [.
Success
APRIL 9, 2024
When you hear the words “financial abundance,” few names resonate as powerfully as Tony Robbins. Today, more than four decades after he began teaching people how to achieve personal fulfillment and obtain the lives they seek, the towering 64-year-old native Californian is known the world over for his many practical lessons on achieving personal prosperity, health and wealth.
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APRIL 10, 2024
Workbar Back Bay in Boston distinguishes itself with a design focused on wellness and variety, evidenced by its world-first WELL Certification and various “neighborhoods” catering to different work styles and noise preferences. Members enjoy a multitude of amenities, regular community events, and the Workbar Bennies program offering exclusive local discounts.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 7, 2024
Recent guidelines issued by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) aim to simplify employers’ legal obligations to support workers going through menopause. A growing topic of conversation in the workplace and beyond, menopause has become increasingly recognised in employment guidance. Having a sound understanding of both menopause and perimenopause in the workplace has therefore become vital for employers, with the new guidelines signalling a step forward in workplace inclusion.
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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.
Productivityist
APRIL 10, 2024
In this month’s installment of our PM Talks series, Patrick Rhone and yours truly (Mike Vardy) dissect the multifaceted concepts of failure, choice, and the consequent growth that can emerge from these experiences. Through a series of engaging stories and personal reflections, we delve into how our perceptions of failure and the choices we make in response to it can profoundly shape our personal and professional lives.
Success
APRIL 11, 2024
Sometimes, it’s the most obvious thing that we miss. In pursuing success, we often forget to prioritize the most fundamental aspect—ourselves. Dr. Jude Emokpare , a physician and wellness advocate, believes that our mental well-being, physical well-being and productivity are three critical components we tend to deprioritize subconsciously. By doing so, he says we’re slowing progress toward our own goals.
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APRIL 8, 2024
Future employee performance productivity measures will extend beyond current parameters to include aspects like quality, innovation, employee well-being, and ethical practices, emphasizing the overall value created by workers rather than just their output. Artificial intelligence will play a crucial role in advancing and refining performance metrics, offering deeper analytics for efficiency.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 8, 2024
Women, on average, outlive men but, as reported by the World Economic Forum ( WEF , 2024), spend approximately 25 percent of their lives in poor health. According to the WEF, addressing the disparities in women’s health could dramatically reduce this statistic, enhancing the lives of billions globally. Notably, strategic improvements in women’s healthcare could add an average of seven days of healthy living per year for each woman, cumulatively offering more than 500 additional healt
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Jennie Lyon
APRIL 9, 2024
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, small businesses must harness a wealth of resources to navigate the ever-evolving realm of online marketing strategies. When executed with precision and foresight, online marketing can be a powerful tool for attracting new customers and expanding your business. Today, I’m offering insights and practical strategies to elevate your online presence… The post 7 Fantastic & Affordable Online Marketing Strategies For Small Business Owners appear
Success
APRIL 11, 2024
Changing and evolving comes with the territory of being alive, but the midlife years often bring an opportunity for more dramatic shifts. For many people, there often comes a point when they realize they are no longer fulfilled or happy with the path they’ve been on. Dr. Ellen Albertson, psychologist and author of Rock Your Midlife , says that people have this realization for different reasons.
Allwork
APRIL 7, 2024
Burnout is prevalent among modern workers; factors contributing to burnout include job-related stress, exhaustion, and a sense of inefficacy. To mitigate burnout, employees can benefit from incorporating various forms of physical exercise, such as cardiovascular activities and yoga. Companies like Asana, Google and more offer employee exercise programs that can improve personal health, productivity, and work-life balance.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 9, 2024
Between March 2020 and September 2021, millions of workers furloughed under the UK government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme lived what for many of us is a dream: being paid not to work. Through interviews, I’ve researched the impact of this time on 35 people who were furloughed under the scheme. I found that for some, furlough created opportunities for reflection and growth, but for most of my interviewees it was a time of uncertainty and disorientation.
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.
Allwork
APRIL 11, 2024
Jordan Digital Marketing’s remote-first approach centers on life-work harmony, utilizing bi-annual reviews for clearer feedback and real-time goal alignment. A culture of radical transparency and robust communication mechanisms combats the isolation typical of remote work, fostering trust and connectedness. Continuous professional development, proactive conflict resolution, and structured support can drive individual growth and team success.
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APRIL 11, 2024
Coworking spaces demand more active management and premium customer service, necessitating adaptable operational strategies and fluid responses to member needs. Attracting a diverse clientele requires flexible pricing and memberships, alongside deliberate community building for an engaged and collaborative environment. Effective differentiation through unique offerings, robust marketing, and scalable business models is vital for long-term success in the competitive coworking market.
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APRIL 12, 2024
Employee engagement in the United States has dropped to its lowest levels in over a decade — with only 30% of workers actively engaged in their jobs in the first quarter of 2024. The data, published by Gallup , shows the decline represents a loss of 4.8 million engaged employees. This marks the lowest engagement rate since 2013. The record-high percentage of engaged employees was recorded in 2020, at 36%.
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APRIL 8, 2024
On Monday, Spain announced its decision to terminate the “golden visa” program, which granted residency to non-EU investors purchasing property over €500,000 ($541,250). The change in policy could decrease the number of digital nomads and foreign workers within the country. According to a report published by Reuters , the decision to end the program is part of the country’s commitment to address rising housing costs and social inequality.
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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APRIL 9, 2024
Magnolia, Texas, April 5, 2024 – Workspace Strategies, a renowned coworking management and consulting firm, is thrilled to unveil its latest achievement within the shared workspace sector. The company is set to oversee operations at Red Tangle Workspace in Magnolia, Texas, marking a significant milestone in its journey as a leading figure in pioneering workplace solutions nationwide.
Success
APRIL 10, 2024
If flight prices during the summer are any indication, travel will be at an all-time high in 2024. A recent study found that 50% of Americans are planning to travel more than they did in 2023. That means we’ll likely see crowded airports and stressed travelers. As someone who has been writing about travel for a decade, I have a pretty set routine when it comes to traveling.
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APRIL 10, 2024
Dublin’s property market is facing escalating commercial office challenges as the city grapples with the consequences of big tech companies scaling back their operation, and the rise of flexible work. According to a report published by Bloomberg , the once-thriving North Docks district, known for its modern office buildings, has been hit particularly hard — with property values plummeting by 40-50% from their peak.
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APRIL 11, 2024
A recent survey published by Monster.com suggests many employees are bracing themselves for big changes in the workplace over the next 30 years. One of the most striking findings from the survey is that “62% of workers think wages in comparison to the cost of living will worsen.” This anticipated financial strain reflects current economic worries and will have far-reaching consequences for workers and their families if it persists.
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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APRIL 8, 2024
Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii AS has become the first company in Turkey to permanently adopt a four-day workweek for its white-collar employees. According to a report published by Fortune , the acrylic fiber producer, located in Yalova near Istanbul, implemented the shorter workweek to improve operational efficiency and promote work-life balance among its workforce.
Allwork
APRIL 9, 2024
WeWork is actively renegotiating lease agreements for 15 U.S. locations — including sites in Washington, D.C., New York, Dallas, and Atlanta, as part of its ongoing efforts to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy by May 31, 2024. According to a report published by CoStar , the company has already resolved the status of approximately 90% of its 500 global locations.
Allwork
APRIL 8, 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming synonymous with boosting productivity in the modern workforce. According to the FlexOS “The “Top 100 AI for Work Platforms – April 2024” report, AI now plays a pivotal role in improving areas such as remote and hybrid work, HR, recruitment, and building employee engagement. Moreover, the most used categories for the top 100 AI tools span many niche aspects of the workforce.
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