Go Burrows

APRIL 6, 2025

Jess Lindgren is a longtime C-Suite assistant, and host of the Ask an Assistant podcast. You can learn more about Jess by listening to my conversations with her on episodes 23 and 313 of The Leader Assistant Podcast. I’m excited to re-post several episodes of Jess’ podcast on this show over the coming months and I think you’ll enjoy hearing her point of view on all sorts of topics relevant to the assistant profession.

Networking 93

Networking Coaching Training Learning 93

Yarooms

APRIL 6, 2025

How much does workplace management software really cost? If youve ever sat through a demo only to discover custom pricing means well tell you later, youre not alone. For many teams, getting a clear answer is harder than expected with vague pricing pages, extra fees for onboarding, and unclear feature bundles making it tough to plan with confidence.

Software 52

Software Onboarding Planning Technology 52

Success

APRIL 6, 2025

In the wake of Hurricane Helene , many businesses in the southeastern United States had to pivot to survive. We reoriented ourselves and our businesses in new and surprising ways. This is the gift inside the curse of trauma; we became resilient in the face of tragedy. Hurricane Helene devastated my small community of 300 people in western North Carolina.

Coaching 105

Coaching Mentoring Small Business Interviewing 105

All Work

APRIL 6, 2025

Gen Alphas upbringing with video games shapes their problem-solving and learning skills, making gamified workplace environments appealing. Applying gamification in design using badges, leaderboards, and interactive elements can boost collaboration, training, and company culture. Immersive, customizable spaces and tech fluidity will attract Gen Alpha, enhancing focus, collaboration, and engagement in the workplace.

Problem-Solving 177

Problem-Solving Real Estate Onboarding Technology 177

Speaker: Chester Santos

Forgetfulness is costing you time, money, and a ton of missed opportunities. In the age of automation, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-trained human mind. But memory isn’t just a parlor trick, it's a strategic edge. Human memory is one of the most underrated business skills. Whether you’re managing people, leading sessions, or having high-stakes conversations, remembering names, details, and concepts can be transformative in building trust, absorbing knowledge, and driving perform

Creativity

Success

APRIL 6, 2025

Life doesnt always give us what we think we need or wish for ourselves. You may have thought that youd be further into your career at this point in your life. Or, you may feel frustrated that the relationships youve had are not the lifelong partnerships you are seeking. Its easy to get stuck in feelings of frustration and sadness that life hasnt gone our way.

Controlling 104

Controlling Prioritization Planning Learning 104

Work Life

APRIL 6, 2025

Over the past few years, experts have been sounding the alarm over how much time Americans spend alone. Statistics show that were choosing to be solitary for more of our waking hours than ever before , tucked away at home rather than mingling in public. Increasing numbers of us are dining alone and traveling solo , and rates of living alone have nearly doubled in the past 50 years.

Creativity 98

Creativity 98

Work Life

APRIL 6, 2025

If you’re finding yourself contemplating whether you can get an extension on this year’s tax return, you’re not alone. Forty percent of Americans still haven’t filed. Theres something almost perverse about the IRS placing tax day smack-dab in the middle of the loveliest month of the year. Want to enjoy the warm weather, cherry blossoms, and the sunshine reflecting off the pasty white skin of everyone venturing outside for the first time since last fall?

Banking 54

Banking Small Business Security 54