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July's Remote Working News
Welcome to our July news summary – an opportunity to look back on the highlights from this month regarding remote working and the impact of culture.
Promoting a healthy work-life balance
Employers have only recently started to realise the importance of balancing both lives and the difference it makes to the workforce and to their overall objectives. In this piece, we examine the importance and benefits of promoting a positive work-life balance. We’ll also offer some tips on how employers can encourage a healthy balance between both.
The 5 Benefits of Outsourcing Admin Tasks
Outsourcing has tangible benefits for businesses. Find out the 5 main reasons why you should start outsourcing today! - SmartPA
June's Remote Working News
Welcome to our June news summary - your chance to look back over some of the stories that caught our eye from the last month regarding admin and the benefits of remote working.
How SmartPA Support Your Business
The development of our Partners is important for us and we are always supporting them in building their own virtual PA business. We have created this handy infographic, outlining four of the main stages involved in your business development. Our business support team will be involved with you every step of the way.
The 'Ikea Effect': flatpack furniture or the future of your career?
Today, we’re thinking about the ‘Ikea Effect’ - the idea that something has perceived extra value because you have made it yourself.
Exclusive webinar with SmartPA founder, Sarra Bejaoui
Being busy and understaffed is often dismissed as just part of growing a business but it can be incredibly detrimental to deadlines and staff morale at key stages of growth.
SmartPA catches up with Suzie McCafferty, Chairperson of the Scottish Franchise Forum
We caught up with Suzie McCafferty to talk all things Partnership, franchise and why SmartPA is a great choice for your future...
Growing An Eco-friendly Office
As a business owner, there is a responsibility to ensure that you and your team are part of the environmental solution, not the problem. We have noted some recommended small steps you can take to reduce your office carbon footprint.
Avoiding An Overwhelming Workload This Summer
As an employer, there’s not much you can do about staff holidays. However, there are some things you can do to avoid an unproductive and stressed office during the summer months...
"Challenges are worthwhile because they expand your horizons"
Our SmartPA of the month is Harinder. We caught up with her to hear all about how far she's coming since joining our Partnership community!
In-House vs SmartPA
It's can be easy to overlook the less obvious overheads that need to be considered when planning your recruitment and growth strategy.
