The Small Business Blog

MAY 4, 2017

So it’s a good idea to make an effort to know and understand your customers – remember their names, their personality traits, and their key purchases to show that you listen and value their custom. Alternatively, you could hold an open day, with free food and drinks, if you manage a design or marketing agency, for instance.

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Success

MAY 20, 2022

If money will change hands, a system needs to be defined. Principal Company: Jennifer Schaus & Associates, a government contract consulting network Strategic partnership philosophy: Align consultants with different specialties to better serve clients and boost everyone’s bottom line. Be specific. Jennifer Schaus. Mike Kilchenstein.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 25, 2011

The cards had been collected over a year or so of miscellaneous networking events and trade shows.  Collecting business cards or other forms of contact information is only the first step in networking.  The most effective networkers have a system to manage/organize business cards and their contacts. 

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BMT Office Administration

MAY 9, 2022

SOPs are an excellent tool for small business owners looking to take their business process management to the next level. It’s the responsibility of the HR Manager to ensure that all onboarding paperwork is complete in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and that new hire orientation is conducted. Responsible parties.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 24, 2009

Monday, August 24, 2009 Managing the Micromanager The job description did not include managing a micromanager. Some managers feel that they would do the project themselves just so they know it will get done their way. If others are involved in the project, cc your manager on emails so that they are kept in the "loop."

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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 15, 2014

When the HVAC system was installed, someone thought we might want the user manual for the system: a 400 page PDF document. Instead of filing the PDF on the network, the document was printed and placed in a filing cabinet , where it will sit until doomsday or at least until someone cleans out those files. Archive off site.

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Office Organization Success

APRIL 24, 2015

So, once you’ve mastered your online marketing system and you’re growing your list on a daily basis, this is a good time to then set about creating additional offerings for your subscribers. FREE Online Business & Marketing Systems Checklist. Access your 26-point Online Business Management & Marketing SYSTEMS CHECKLIST .

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Ian's Messy Desk

MARCH 1, 2012

When the HVAC system was installed, someone thought we might want the user manual for the system: a 400 page PDF document. Instead of filing the PDF on the network, the document was printed and placed in a filing cabinet , where it will sit until doomsday. Start with the 4 D’s of Effective Paper Management : DO IT.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

JULY 5, 2012

It seems like everyone is looking for that magic formula that will draw a network of clients. Try to think of what other services you can be offered, what else you could manage, and ways you could make things run even smoother. Suggest ideas that could increase your hours or result in having multiple packages purchased from you.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Archive Network with Steph Is This You?   This system worked for and I know I can make it work for me."   Assuming that the system is right and you are broken is not the right way to go.    Instead, find a system that works for the way you naturally think and learn. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JULY 18, 2012

Today, I'm going to address a question that I hear often in networking meetings and was expressed to me recently in a reader email.    I used management tools and my desk was clean and I even took my department top scores for product development.    I don't know what is wrong with me. 

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Step It Up VA Coaching

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

It seems like everyone is looking for that magic formula that will draw a network of clients. Try to think of what other services you can be offered, what else you could manage, and ways you could make things run even smoother. Suggest ideas that could increase your hours or result in having multiple packages purchased from you.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Archive Network with Steph Is This You?   One item frequently purchased at this time of year is a calendar or planner for the upcoming year.  If you aren't particularly tech-savvy, you might feel more comfortable using a paper planner, rather than having to learn the ins and outs of an electronic diary system.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 29, 2010

Archive Network with Steph Is This You?   In fact, most of us have more paper to manage today than ever before.   In others, you may choose an electronic storage system rather than paper.  If you are going to go paperless, you need to also make sure that you have a good backup system. 

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 17, 2010

Easy-To-Implement System for Designing and Building a Winning WordPress Blog Site. Simple Blueprint for Building a Profitable In-Demand Facebook Page Service Social Network Management Bliss – Mastering a Proven System for Seamlessly Organizing Your Social Networking Activities. Want To Link To This Article?

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 17, 2010

Easy-To-Implement System for Designing and Building a Winning WordPress Blog Site. Simple Blueprint for Building a Profitable In-Demand Facebook Page Service Social Network Management Bliss – Mastering a Proven System for Seamlessly Organizing Your Social Networking Activities. Want To Link To This Article?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

Archive Network with Steph Is This You?   Just because a task management system works for your co-worker or spouse does not mean it will work for you. IDEA #2 -- Identify a system that lets you think through your tasks in your way.  I suggest that you start trying this system by using only one color. 

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Worklife Line Chat Every Monday at 7 p.m CST Need some motivating, inspiration, or answers?

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 15, 2009

This community was created as a professional development networking tool and resource to discuss topics, get answers, and information that impact todays professional. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Work With Stephanie « Link Lineup: Time Management, Org Tools, Focus Concentration and Top Mobil Phone Apps | Main | Are you Time-challenged Tim or Non-productive Nancy? The most successful business owners and professionals effectively use tools to manage their time, space and information. 

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2018

I was fortunate to work with some amazing managers and executives who were happy to mentor me about business and how to be a business partner. Make sure you build a good network of friends and a support group. You can purchase this Guide at www.OfficeDynamics.com ). They are my: * Follow-up system. It never fails me. *

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2008

as your client relationship manager (CRM)? Did your boss just decide to install it on his/her system and yours then told you, "Read the manual, were going to be using this from now on"? If you’re looking to purchase ACT! Believe it or not, this was quite an easy system to learn. for your company, click here.

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Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 7, 2010

This is why it is important that you take a practical approach to managing yourself, your time and your future. By having a team of people in your business always handing out contact information for you, it expands your networking capabilities and increases your chances to make a sale. It is a hectic lifestyle to be sure.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 14, 2009

I would be more than happy to assist you in your needs to make purchases. This is a great way to build your network, improve your communication skills, and even build relationships that would later produce sales for your company. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Short, sweet, and to the point!

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 13, 2009

Soft Skills Soft skills include being able to handle customer service issues and basic, appropriate, and effective interaction with co-workers, clients and customers, and management. Join Professional Development Organizations Joining professional organizations will give you the opportunity to network with individuals in your field.

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Andrea Kalli

MAY 28, 2010

To others, it is one of the most profitable, simple systems for creating highly targeted, 100% traffic. I think automation has its place in social networking activities, just not all of it. To some, it is a woefully ineffective way to create anything measurable. Want To Link To This Article?

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Andrea Kalli

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

Create and manage both audios and videos for free and paid products. Set up, manage, and market a Podcast to create buzz for business products and services. Set up, manage, and market with a WordPress site. Set up and manage Virtual Events. Tweak HTML and FBML (Facebook Pages). It’s Finally Here!

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Andrea Kalli

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

Create and manage both audios and videos for free and paid products. Set up, manage, and market a Podcast to create buzz for business products and services. Set up, manage, and market with a WordPress site. Set up and manage Virtual Events. Tweak HTML and FBML (Facebook Pages). It’s Finally Here!

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 22, 2010

Misplaced – Develop a system Whether you are looking for a paper document or searching for an electronic file, developing an effective system will increase productivity and efficiency. • Paper Documents Use the color coded system for filing (ie. Colour code system is very effective in arranging the paper documents.

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 4, 2010

Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Worklife Line Chat Every Monday at 7 p.m CST Need some motivating, inspiration, or answers?

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2008

By The Professional Assistant on Monday, September 22, 2008 Filed Under: Organize , Productivity A re you asked to make reservations for your manager(s) at particular restaurants? This has become a great tool for me, since I have to make reservations on a regular basis for my managers. Do you feel that you could be doing this faster?

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

As the manager or HR business partner, I implore you to proactively offer these benefits. The Definitive Executive Assistant and Managerial Handbook: A Professional Guide to Leadership for all PAs, Senior Secretaries, Office Managers and Executive Assistants by Sue France. The best way to do this is to show them they are valued.

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 15, 2010

Over the last decade, the internet has moved from being a relatively closed system to a network that is remarkably open. While the 1990s had Geocities and personal web hosting, the late 2000s are dominated by completely free, entirely open networking services , designed to allow anyone, anywhere, to connected with anyone else.

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 9, 2010

Package prices should reflect a discount of 20% to 30% of the price of the products purchased separately. Ecommerce To sell your information products, you’ll need to have an ecommerce system to process payments. Children’s books can be paired with companion products like stuffed toys that relate to the story.

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 9, 2010

Package prices should reflect a discount of 20% to 30% of the price of the products purchased separately. Ecommerce To sell your information products, you’ll need to have an ecommerce system to process payments. Children’s books can be paired with companion products like stuffed toys that relate to the story.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 5, 2009

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Communication Case #2 - the Mind Reader More Adventures of the Pseudo-Listening Manager In this weeks episode of the Pseudo-Listening manager, Stanley Partial, is experiencing his clairvoyant capabilities - mind reading. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Lets grow together!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 27, 2011

1 - Financial Management.   Or, network with a CPA or a book keeper and hand off the book keeping completely! .    Or, network with a CPA or a book keeper and hand off the book keeping completely!  Organization & Management/Business Structure.   Get away from co-mingling your funds. 

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