The Shrink for Entrepreneurs

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

Productivity Software is utterly broken. And now thousands of software tools will tell you that you’re not organized properly. They believe that software alone cannot drive meaningful behavior change. . It’s software that will help you do what you already do, tremendously faster and insanely better. It doesn’t work.

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Success

JUNE 23, 2021

RescueTime , a time tracking and distraction-blocking software company that serves millions of users, found that remote workers spent 58 more hours on core work over the year and were 20 percent more likely to complete their daily tasks than in-office workers.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 5, 2023

The digital tools we have at our disposal for team communication – e.g. instant messaging platforms, and tools for storing/sharing files, managing team objectives, creating visibility, and enabling asynchronous work – will certainly become instrumental as we embrace the future of work.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. Tools of the Trade Familiarize them with the essential programs and platforms used by the company (project management, file management, internal communications, virtual meeting platforms, etc.), email, instant messaging, project management tools).

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2007

Benefits of Online Software for Small Business. 6 days ago RT @ WinWeb Focus on Your Small Business Goals - [link] 6 days ago Perluondo: "They're exactly the demographics I'm looking for." WinWeb’s Free Online Accounting Software Now With Cost Centre Functionality. Starting a Small Business?

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2007

Benefits of Online Software for Small Business. 6 days ago RT @ WinWeb Focus on Your Small Business Goals - [link] 6 days ago Perluondo: "They're exactly the demographics I'm looking for." WinWeb’s Free Accounting Software For Every Small Business. Build your own network!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 30, 2011

The software is a very powerful, yet simple indexing system for paper office files. It works like a search engine for paper files to help you stay organized. People using the software can save over 150 hours per year by eliminating the time-consuming task of looking for lost information. Create a Filing Masterpiece.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 17, 2006

Benefits of Online Software for Small Business. 6 days ago RT @ WinWeb Focus on Your Small Business Goals - [link] 6 days ago Perluondo: "They're exactly the demographics I'm looking for." SaaS Benefit Number 1: No Software Installation. This problem does not exist for you anymore when using SaaS software.

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BMT Office Administration

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Benefits administration: HR outsourcing providers can handle day-to-day benefits administrative tasks or provide access to a software system for better employee self-service regarding benefits. Many HR outsourcing companies also provide HR software. Explore the top eight benefits of HR outsourcing for small businesses.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

If your desk harbours mounds of papers, books, files and personal accessories, you may be adding unnecessary stress to your day. Set up a good filing system. Colour–coded files are especially helpful — they show you at a glance where something should go. Put items that must be looked at in a special folder or file.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Are you still on track for your long-term goals? Next, look at the goals you had established for this year. Look at everything from contract negotiations, client communications and project management to software upgrades, billing and even file storage. Take some time to review your business plan. Which ones did you meet?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 1, 2010

For years I have been telling people about one of my favorite personal productivity software products -- the Paper Tiger.    We've helped slews of clients implement the software along with other productivity systems as they claimed their Office Miracle ™ ! Filing So You Can Find it Again   in News & Updates!

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 5, 2010

DDH Software announced the launch of the iPad version of HanDBase , their popular dababase app for smartphone platforms – including the iPhone. This feature lets users load and save HanDBase files to and from their desktops and import/export CSV files for transfer from/to other desktop applications. Thanks for visiting!

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BMT Office Administration

OCTOBER 10, 2022

To avoid aimless web browsing, you can restrict non-work-related websites or monitor employee URLs via software (as long as you’re transparent with your employees about it). For instance, an employee may spend all day sorting and filing their emails instead of outlining and working on a project that has closely approaching due dates.

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Productivity Bits

JUNE 27, 2011

A couple of years ago I was immersed in a very busy and unpleasant lifestyle, working too hard as a Project Director for a Spanish software development company. I started to implement the approach explained in the book, using notebooks, excel files and the like, and my life got better until a certain point.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 26, 2010

Files can be kept in open piles on a desk or in folders, according to your style. Use the RAFT template: refer it, act on it, file it or toss it. File it, if necessary. Eighty percent of filed papers are never looked at again. If the amount is small, three times a week may do. Act on it immediately.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

You will find that some mentioned physical tools, while other mentioned software and "cloud" tools.  Best Tool My favorite is: The Paper Tiger software Because: I always have all my information at my fingertips and can find things right away. It houses so much more than a file index.   1.

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The Office Professionals Place

JANUARY 5, 2010

New Year’s resolutions should be regarded as goals. If you want to loose 20 pounds, set small goals like change your eating habits, park farther from the store entrance, or reduce your serving portions. If you want to find a new job, first set the goal of updating your resume. Set goals that are manageable and attainable.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 9, 2006

Benefits of Online Software for Small Business. 6 days ago RT @ WinWeb Focus on Your Small Business Goals - [link] 6 days ago Perluondo: "They're exactly the demographics I'm looking for." Something else I’ve noticed is that clients love free software. How to be successful and eco-friendly.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Are you still on track for your long-term goals? Next, look at the goals you had established for this year. Look at everything from contract negotiations, client communications and project management to software upgrades, billing and even file storage. Take some time to review your business plan. Which ones did you meet?

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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 26, 2012

If it takes less than two minutes to answer a message, do it then file or delete the message. File those that are just for information. Recommended : GoalPro Goal-Setting Software A new method to goal achievement. Set a specific appointment time if necessary. Incoming Communication. Postal mail.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 9, 2010

Manage paper effectively – Barbara Hemphill, author of The Paper Tiger, offers the FAT principle for paper burden: file it, act on it, or toss it. Reference Files: store in a convenient location close to your desk. Archive Files: store in a filing cabinet or an off-site location.

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BMT Office Administration

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

If so, it’s time to introduce yourself to the ever-growing world of cloud-based project management software. In fact, as of 2022, 77% of all high-performing teams use project management software. Asana is a cloud-based project management software that was the brainchild of former Facebook executives in 2008. Time tracking.

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Productivity Bits

OCTOBER 28, 2011

The ultimate goal of an effective CRM system is, however, always to maximize profit. The use of web-based CRM avoids using separate applications for every business function, each with their own bank of electronic records, folders and files. This article was written by Workbooks, leading supplier of web-based CRM software.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 27, 2011

Make goals and review them regularly to keep focus. Photocopy your message for your own files then send off the original. Have a simple filing system and keep it up to date. Image via Wikipedia. Know what is important to you. Figure out your values. Learn to say no. Stop being a perfectionist. Clear the clutter from your desk.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 25, 2010

Sort – everything into boxes/containers according to what needs to be done: file , shred, recycle , refer, toss, etc. Process the paper – take the items you sorted into boxes and put them where they belong: filing, your tickler or reading folder or delegate/refer to a more appropriate person, etc.

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Recruit CRM

JUNE 17, 2021

Here are three core pointers of a good job description: Explains the reality of the role Showcases the organisation's culture, and A bit of marketing for the company In short, a job description is used for a variety of reasons— starting from the most obvious, which is recruiting, determining salary ranges, creating job goals, job titles and more.

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 29, 2008

By The Professional Assistant on Friday, August 29, 2008 Filed Under: MS-Outlook , Organize , Prioritize , Productivity D o you have a to-do list, either on a piece of paper, on Microsoft Outlook or in a planner? Having a to-do list can be very helpful in accomplishing your tasks, but also setting goals.

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BMT Office Administration

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

That’s why cloud-based project management software programs have become so widespread over the past few years. For this reason, they’re perceived as a bit of an underdog, slowly climbing their way to the top of the project management software mountain with their excellent work ethic, support, and functionality. Automation.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 16, 2010

Benefits of Online Software for Small Business. 6 days ago RT @ WinWeb Focus on Your Small Business Goals - [link] 6 days ago Perluondo: "They're exactly the demographics I'm looking for." Be ruthless with your filing. What is Small Business Infrastructure? Concentrate on your business, not your office.

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

For example, if a team member is not outspoken, but is proficient in computer software, they would a good person to organize documents. It is important to accept feedback and reiterate the team’s mission and goals. Develop a plan and set goals. Get to know your team member’s strengths and weaknesses. Do what works!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

The other day, I sent out a tip update on Twitter: StephCalahan (Stephanie LH Calahan) Lists, notes, alarm clocks, software w/ reminder functionality all are valuable tools to help you stay on task.   The alarm goes off at the same time every morning with the checklist of what I need to do to make my goal a reality. 

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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 26, 2012

Make sure you filing system reflects this axiom. An afternoon cleaning out the garage is worth dinner out, while a 14 month software roll-out might warrant a tropical vacation. Ken Blanchard offers three steps to saying no : Know what your goals and priorities are. When was the last time you used items on your desk?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 16, 2011

.    Keep a regular list of clients to whom you’ve provided your services (even pro-bono) and send them an annual update (I usually write formal Christmas cards) thanking them for their patronage and letting them know about business goals for the next year. This means putting away old files too.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 30, 2010

They have the slickest looking DayTimers , the latest PDAs and the most powerful software, but they never put it to use.” Not only did she remember the name of the antibiotic from four years previous, within 45 seconds she had pulled a copy of the prescription from her files. How do you know if the system is working?

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 9, 2010

Delete unnecessary files: With a computer, you can free up space by sending unnecessary files to the trash. How about all those “junk files” on your mental hard drive? Download: Many “must keep” files that don’t need to reside on your hard drive can be downloaded onto a disk. Delegate whenever you can.

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Productivity Bits

OCTOBER 4, 2010

Even the definition we ascribe to what Priority really is is relative to the type of our job and way of accomplishing our goals. These tasks may not be as urgent as what we’ve described above but are equally valuable in terms of the goals we’re trying to achieve. is “It depends&# , you are right.

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