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Campaigners encourage firms to explore four-day Week with ‘4ugust’ initiative

Workplace Insight

The study, conducted by Boston College (USA) and sociologists from University College Dublin, claims that project managers and chief executives overwhelmingly perceived several benefits from the shorter workweek. Impressively, 82 percent of participants reported improved well-being, and half experienced a reduction in staff turnover.

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Rethinking Work Perks: 5 Things Employees Want More Than ‘Fun’ At Work

Success

Envoy’s “ Return to the Workplace Report ” states that “63% of employees say flexibility would make them feel more empowered. Perks like generous paid holidays off, paid time off, professional development and flexible work arrangements recognize that employees need more than just money to thrive.

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Flexible working is delivering the gift of seasonal productivity

Workplace Insight

In fact, according to the Owl Labs 2023 State of Hybrid Work report, 40 percent of employees would decline a job if they were required to be in the office five days a week. However, business leaders are still keen to maintain productivity amidst the seasonal rush while allowing their team to enjoy the holiday period.

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The Holiday Lull—There’s No Better Time to Prepare Your Business for The New Year

Step It Up VA Coaching

With the sacred carving of the Thanksgiving turkey completed, and that first slice of your favorite pie eaten; the holidays are officially upon us! The holidays always bring with them a lot of hustle and bustle as far as preparations, activities and celebrations. I wish you and your family a very blessed holiday season.

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The Holiday Lull—There’s No Better Time to Prepare Your Business for The New Year

Step It Up VA Coaching

With the sacred carving of the Thanksgiving turkey completed, and that first slice of your favorite pie eaten; the holidays are officially upon us! The holidays always bring with them a lot of hustle and bustle as far as preparations, activities and celebrations. I wish you and your family a very blessed holiday season.

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EA to Project Support Manager

Practically Perfect PA

As an EA you’re not only there to support staff on a one to one basis or a team (depending on the company structure and needs) but you also find yourself processing invoices and expenses, whilst logging everyone’s holidays and preparing for the latest marketing conference while booking a flight for your executive to NYC – all at the same time!

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The Blended Role of Executive Personal Assistants

C-Suite Assistants

An EA/PA’s tasks may include the following: Schedule appointments and coordinate calendars (business and personal) Set up meetings and attend them and take notes Manage email correspondence and phone messages Book business travel and family vacations Organize speaking engagements Create expense reports Make restaurant reservations Do shopping and errands (..)

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