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Explore articles, videos, and trusted resources from Jolene McDonough on operations, hiring, profitability, leadership, and the decisions that come with growing a business.
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3 Things You Can Start Doing TODAY to Be More Profitable
Practical ideas business owners can use to pay closer attention to profitability and make more intentional financial decisions.
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What Would Dora Tell Jolene?
A personal reflection from Jolene on perspective, experience, and the lessons that shape how we move through business and life.
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Your First (Or Next) Administrative Assistant: When Are You Ready to Hire?
Guidance for business owners evaluating whether it is time to hire administrative support and what to consider before making the move.
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A hiring resource for businesses looking to strengthen their recruiting and candidate-selection process.
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How to Avoid Hiring the Wrong Executive Assistant
A practical look at some of the considerations that can help business owners make a stronger executive-assistant hire.
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The Imposter
A reflection on self-doubt, confidence, and the internal questions that can follow us through leadership, work, and growth.
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Training resources designed to help administrative professionals and teams build stronger skills and working relationships.
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Rock Star Assistants – Secrets of the First 90 Days Part 1
Part one of a discussion about setting a new assistant up for success during the critical first 90 days.
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What's In A Name?
Jolene reflects on names, identity, and the stories and meaning we carry with us.
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Rock Star Assistants – Secrets of the First 90 Days Part 2
Part two of the conversation about onboarding, expectations, and building a productive working relationship with a new assistant.
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The Imposter Part 2
A continuation of Jolene's reflections on imposter feelings, perspective, and what it means to move forward with greater confidence.
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Halfway Through 2022 – 7 Things You Can Do Now!
Seven practical prompts for taking stock of where things stand and deciding what deserves attention next.
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Where Have I Been?
A personal update from Jolene reflecting on change, priorities, and the experiences behind her work.
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Top Producers and Top Assistants: How to Bridge the Communication Gap w/special guest John Pyke
A conversation about improving communication and working relationships between high-performing business owners and their assistants.
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