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6 Ways to Alleviate Ergonomic-Related Strain

Ian's Messy Desk

There is a good article on Ergonomic s, as it relates to safe computer use, from the Mechanical Engineering Department at U.C. The keyboard should usually be at a low height, near the height of your elbows and the mouse should be right next to the keyboard. Try different keyboards and mice – there are many designs on the market.

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Memory Makeover: Tips to Spruce Up an Absent Mind

Ian's Messy Desk

Put pen to paper (or finger tips to keyboard) and record important dates in a calendar, notebook or on your mobile device. Consider the suggestions outlined in this article, and if your brain power continues to falter, be sure to discuss the issue with your doctor. So hang up the phone, find a quiet place and focus. Stay organized.

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The Little Engine That Could.

Laughing all the Way to Work

I just recently read an article on it and was surprised when I really paid attention to the messages I was sending myself that some of them were negative. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Lets enjoy our day together.© 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Writing when you don't know what you're talking about.

Laughing all the Way to Work

I wrote the article The Art of Minute Taking and I had only taken minutes a few times about 25 years ago. From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. I have written many articles on my blog on subjects that I knew nothing about. How did I do it?

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Taking stock

Laughing all the Way to Work

Now I am on holidays and preparing for a big move to a new home. Have a great summer everyone and enjoy your holidays when they come. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine."

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Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog

Laughing all the Way to Work

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." Excellent material! Oh where or where is my password?

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Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her.

Laughing all the Way to Work

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." Excellent material! Oh where or where is my password?