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Modernising the ‘bring up’ folder
Practically Perfect PA
NOVEMBER 9, 2017
Today I thought I would write about a system I used to use to keep my Executive organised everyday – the ‘bring up folder.’
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Personal Tune-Up
Office Dynamics
APRIL 16, 2018
A Personal Tune-up for Peak Career Performance. But if you don’t feed your body with food (fuel) and exercise (tune-ups), then the machine begins to gum up or break down. Walking is the no-cost, easy way to keep your energy up and lose weight at the same time.
Coworking Industry Competition Heating Up
Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 24, 2017
As the co-founder of the well known DC coworking space 1776 point out in her essay What's up with 1776 and Benjamin's Desk , coworking is not easy. Rent, overhead, staff, events, programming all add up quickly. The coworking industry is getting more competitive.
Meal Delivery Heating Up
Small Business Labs
JUNE 8, 2017
The company reported $795 million in revenue for 2016, up from $341 million in revenue for 2015. It reports having $390 million in revenue in 2016, up 71% over 2015. Blue Apron , a meal kit delivery service company, has filed for an IPO.
We have to raise each other up
Practically Perfect PA
MARCH 8, 2018
Happy International Women’s Day you AMAZING readers. I want to start today’s post by telling you a little bit about me over the last few years. I started Practically Perfect PA while working as an EA for a whole number of reasons, but mainly because I had a lot to share.
Should young people join start-ups?
The Small Business Blog
JUNE 19, 2013
The obvious answer to this question is “yes, of course” but the reality of the matter is that getting young people (and particularly graduates) to come aboard an actual start-up can be a tough sell. Business Startup business startup graduates Start-Up Young people youth
Things Changed--Is Your Style Guide Up to Date?
Business Writing
OCTOBER 31, 2017
While you have been busy working, some of the rules of writing evolved, and the University of Chicago Press released a new Chicago Manual of Style. Take a look at the changes below to determine which ones you need to.
7 Strategies to Speak Up to Get Results
Office Dynamics
APRIL 12, 2016
I’ve lost my mojo and fear speaking up when I should,” confessed Janet who recently stepped into a new position. That’s why I’m offering these seven strategies to help you speak up and speak your truth the next time you feel that your voice needs to be heard: Clarity is Key.
How To Wake Up Early
Dumb Little Man
JULY 9, 2015
Then, for whatever reason, the alarm goes off before you’re ready to wake up. The post How To Wake Up Early appeared first on Dumb Little Man. So you have a morning interview tomorrow but it’s almost midnight and you’re still wide awake.
How to Set Up a VPN
Dumb Little Man
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
To help you out, we’re here to discuss how to set up a VPN and how you can start using it. Clear and Easy Way to Set Up a VPN. Not all of them are equally good and some of them may even end up doing more harm than good. If you’re curious, you can look up any other settings online before messing with them but do this with extreme caution. The post How to Set Up a VPN appeared first on Dumb Little Man.
When and Why You Should Have a Back-up Plan
Office Dynamics
JUNE 20, 2016
How do you implement back-up plans in your work? The post When and Why You Should Have a Back-up Plan appeared first on Office Dynamics. Here’s hoping you’re ready for a great work week ahead…. And it will be great if you have every important “Plan B” in order. What’s a Plan B?
Podcast 022: Close up shop
Clutter Coach
SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
The post Podcast 022: Close up shop appeared first on Clutter Coach by Subscribe: iTunes ⋅ Stitcher ⋅ Soundcloud ⋅ YouTube ⋅ Google Play. In this episode, I’ll talk about why you need to budget in time to put things away to keep clutter from getting out of control. Here are some highlights: What are the three phases of a work session? Why can’t I just leave stuff out if I’m using it again tomorrow? What are the best practices for putting things away?
Holing Up
Daily Writing Tips
AUGUST 30, 2015
This morning I heard an NPR journalist say in elegant, educated accents that Julian Assange “has been holed up in the Ecuadorean Embassy in London for three years.”. When I looked at the NPR site, I saw that a copy editor had changed “holed up” to “hiding out” in the transcript.
Top 5 Tips for Following Up
The Small Business Blog
DECEMBER 9, 2013
Here are… Read the full article here: Top 5 Tips for Following Up on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG. Top 5 Tips following up promoting your business
Bottom Up
The Small Business Blog
MAY 8, 2012
Keep up won’t you – most websites that promote ‘how to successfully start and run your own business’ are sponsored by big companies and government bodies and written by people that are in jobs and have never started their own business.
The Shut Up Strategy
Productivityist
AUGUST 3, 2017
A few weeks ago, I shared a post from Austin Kleon called Just shut up and write the book. The Shut Up Strategy that I’m talking about is keeping certain things quiet to yourself. So for me, The Shut Up Strategy involves the bigger things that you have a sliver of hesitation to share. Try to incorporate The Shut Up Strategy more often. The post The Shut Up Strategy appeared first on Productivityist.
The Virtual Summit programme is up and running!
Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 12, 2017
Yup, that is right the Virtual Summit programme is up and running! The post The Virtual Summit programme is up and running!
Social Media Tactics for Pop-up Promotions
Small Business CEO
MAY 30, 2016
Pop-up promotions have become an increasingly popular marketing tool for small businesses and start-ups, some people even claim that they are better at launching and growing a new business than social media. … Marketing pop up marketing pop up promotions social media marketing
How to Successfully Get Back Together After A Break Up
Dumb Little Man
APRIL 20, 2018
Despite your best efforts, you may find yourself reacting to your partner in a more intense way because of something that happened long ago and before you broke up. Before you consider a reunion, here are the best tips on how to successfully get back together after a break-up. This is a time to clear up your past and let it go. The post How to Successfully Get Back Together After A Break Up appeared first on Dumb Little Man.
Time to Break Up?
Step It Up VA Coaching
MAY 10, 2012
It’s break-up time. Establishing boundaries with clients early in the relationship AND becoming clear on who is an ideal client for you will help to eliminate having difficult clients but some will sneak through on occasion, and these difficult clients will eat up your time, energy and passion for your business…but only if you let them. You’ll be freeing yourself from negativity, and opening up an opportunity for better clients to come in.
5 Strategies for a Super Follow Up System
Office Organization Success
AUGUST 18, 2012
Having a super-duper follow-up system in place is a critical, if not the critical, system you need to grow and build your business. What system do you have in place to follow-up with them and turn them into a paying client?
How To Set Up LeechBlock
Simple Productivity Blog
SEPTEMBER 2, 2013
Today I will show you how to set up LeechBlock. In order to make sure you don’t end up somewhere and some time you didn’t want to be, you should use a site blocker for your browser. Using LeechBlock, you can configure up to 6 blocks.
8 Ways To Set Up An Awesome Home Office
Dumb Little Man
OCTOBER 25, 2016
Here are 8 easy steps in setting up a home office you’d love to spend your working hours in. Setting up a home office starts with developing a list of absolute essentials. Stick it in the corner of your room and get it bubbling as soon as you wake up.
5 Tips to Help You Get Up Earlier
Productivity Bits
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
W aking up early is probably one of the hardest things to do. There are so many late nights filled with studying, partying and socializing, it is near impossible to get up early. And getting up early is one big concern also of those who are after the quest of productivity in general. Getting up early has many benefits: You are more functional and you are able to get more done. You must have a goal when you are getting up earlier.
How to Scale Up Excellence
On The Job
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
The book, “Scaling Up Excellence: Getting To More Without Settling for Less,” provides case studies and insights from those who have been in the trenches of scaling challenges.
What’s tied up in the executive?
The Small Business Blog
MAY 2, 2013
Now, I am no stranger to this phrase as for many years I ran one of the… Read the full article here: What’s tied up in the executive? Small Business / SOHO Start-Up start-up in business business startup getting started start your business Starting a Business where to start young entrepreneurs Young people I heard on the radio recently something about the number of Young Entrepreneurs rocketing since the recession started.
How To Set Up Your DIY Planner
Simple Productivity Blog
APRIL 28, 2014
Today we will look at some useful sections to help you set up your DIY Planner. The post How To Set Up Your DIY Planner appeared first on SimpleProductivityBlog.com. One of the advantages of making a DIY planner is that you can customize exactly what goes into it.
Podcast 053: Tidying up is a meditation
Clutter Coach
APRIL 28, 2017
In this episode, I’ll talk about how doing any regular task, such as your daily tidy up, focusing on the movements and releasing thinking, is like doing a meditation. The post Podcast 053: Tidying up is a meditation appeared first on Clutter Coach by Subscribe: iTunes ⋅ Stitcher ⋅ Soundcloud ⋅ YouTube ⋅ Google Play. You can leave a review here!
How to Consistently Come Up With Better Ideas
On The Job
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
It’s not as if everyone has given up, but rather that approaches seem less inspired. Take Action Bernhard Schroeder, director at the Lavin Entrepreneurship Center at San Diego State University, often challenges his students to come up with better solutions to problems.
Green Halloween Round Up
Eco-Office Gals
OCTOBER 31, 2010
Post from: Eco-Office Gals Green Halloween Round Up. Sending the kids out to panhandle for candy tonight? Here are few green Halloween reads to send you scary ghouls on their way! 10 Easy Ways to Green Your Halloween – Busy Mommy Media.
Movin' On Up!
Virtual Moxie
APRIL 12, 2016
Today, a happy note. We're heading toward the end of a long rebrand, including the creation of not one, but two new sites! Included in the site for VAs, a new blog--well, a different version of this blog, really. Virtual Moxie will live on there, I'm happy to report. We just need to stop adding content here and focus on what has to happen to finish the new sites. So this will officially be my last post for a few weeks (best estimate). My next post will be from our new home!
Pump Up the Jam
Virtual Moxie
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
I got about the same benefit, in terms of waking up and getting more bang out of my work day, but I certainly had more fun dancing than napping (if you know me, you know what a HUGE statement that one is!), And just that fast, Wake Up Your Day was screaming at me to be created.
Making Getting Up 15 Minutes Early Easier
Simple Productivity Blog
APRIL 26, 2010
--> Home Get Updates Ebooks Free Stuff Donate About Contact Me Get Free Updates: Via RSS | Via Email | Productivity Simplification Balance Life Design Organization Clutter Making Getting Up 15 Minutes Early Easier Posted on April 26, 2010 by LJ Earnest Welcome to Simple Productivity Blog!
Written By Him: How To Handle A Break Up
Dumb Little Man
DECEMBER 13, 2017
Whether you were expecting it, initiating it or it just came out of the blue, handling a break-up like a man can be really difficult. Maybe the break-up was a mistake, right? You broke up for a reason and whether it was the right reason or the wrong one, you both need some time to gain perspective. See Also: What To Do After A Break Up: A Handbook For Every Newly Single Guy. The post Written By Him: How To Handle A Break Up appeared first on Dumb Little Man.
How to Come Up With Great Business Ideas: A Lesson from Leonardo da Vinci
Dumb Little Man
JUNE 18, 2018
Leverage up? So, how to come up with great business ideas? How to come up with great business ideas? The post How to Come Up With Great Business Ideas: A Lesson from Leonardo da Vinci appeared first on Dumb Little Man. Today’s investment world is more competitive than ever before. Our investment decisions require creativity and problem solving to navigate a complex market. How can you outperform and minimize risk? What can you do in this brutal environment?
The Bottom Up Economy
Small Business Labs
JULY 23, 2013
Homebrew is a new seed-stage VC fund focused on investing in what they call the bottom up economy. They go on to explain the drivers of the bottom up economy are technology and the shift to the business of one, meaning solopreneurs. They define this as "the idea that technology is now helping individuals and small businesses drive economic growth and innovation."
3 Reasons you should never grow up
Dumb Little Man
MARCH 18, 2016
What did you want to become when you grew up, what did you want your job to look like? The post 3 Reasons you should never grow up appeared first on Dumb Little Man Remember the time when you were a child, without any worries and free of stress?
3 Simple Sign-up Strategies to Grow Your Email List!
Office Organization Success
MARCH 5, 2015
Having a sign-up box on your website detailing your ‘free taste’ in exchange for your visitor’s name and email address is one way that you can do this, but deciding WHERE to place your all-important sign-up box for maximum impact is also just as important.
How To Set Up an Efficient Content Marketing System
Office Organization Success
APRIL 14, 2016
But before we wrap up this article, let me share with you why you need to have a Content Marketing System in place: It builds your list. Content marketing is the *hot* new online marketing strategy! Actually, it’s not really new … using your content (i.e.
Bind It Up: DIY Planner Binding Options
Simple Productivity Blog
APRIL 21, 2014
The post Bind It Up: DIY Planner Binding Options appeared first on SimpleProductivityBlog.com. Once you decide to make your own planning system, the binding becomes the first matter of choice. It dictates the size of your pages, as well as any special equipment you might need.
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