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The Post Office Expanding Use of Contingent Workers

Small Business Labs

Postal Service in the Wall Street Journal. Twenty percent of all our employees today are 'noncareer flexibles' [part-time], up from about 8% two years ago.   The driver behind this is labor costs are 80% of the postal service's total costs. . Interesting interview with the head of the U.S.

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Are Eu-Stressing or Dis-Stressing?

Professional Assistant Blog

By The Professional Assistant on Monday, September 08, 2008 Filed Under: Organize , Prioritize , Productivity D o you wake up in the morning and think to yourself, "What do I have to do today? You can prioritize your tasks as needed, create goals and even break down larger tasks into manageable chunks.

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Has The Bubble Burst?

Professional Assistant Blog

In my weekly recap last Friday I pointed out a Lifehack.org article arguing that the current climate for hyper-productivity isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Then yesterday I came across a similar post , claiming that the pursuit of productivity has ended up out of control.

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Break The Routine, Inspire Yourself!

Professional Assistant Blog

Do you feel sluggish in the mornings and would like to lift up your spirits, without having to use a caffeine boost (well, some people feel they need this and you can read a post on this as well here )? Each and every day will pass and you will get closer and closer to your goal. Keep it short and simple though. Whats next?

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Thinking Outside the Job Description Box

Professional Assistant Blog

Today’s assistants are computer savvy, smart and up-and-coming, and consider themselves professionals in the workplace. Those who are skilled at regularly thinking on their feet as they come up with solutions and ideas both on the computer and on the job might be able to step into this role.

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Snacking At Work? Healthy Or Junk? Dilemmas, Dilemmas!

Professional Assistant Blog

Once you try to set your goals towards this, you will see how easily and quickly you can become a better you. Richard Posted on 19 September, 2009 2:19 PM Joe I pack lunch from home so I don't end up going out (spending lots) and eating something quick and rubbish. I'm saving money and controlling what I eat.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets It works well when it is a co-worker who sits closest to you, but depending on how your office is set up that might not be possible. It is also amazing how much we pick up from our co-workers during the day.