Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 16, 2007

As I was doing research for other articles on this blog I came across the International Association of Administrative Professionals' website ("IAAP") and was reminded of the advantages of being part of a professional organization. This article is not intended to be an endorsement of any one particular organization over another.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Here is a good article on making the most of your profile. Groups are great way for you to connect with other assistants, read useful articles and seek advice from like-minded people. During the week you will usually have a quiet 30 minutes to read articles, make a few comments, update your profile etc. Use a professional photo.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

Both assistants attended different parts of the tour, one Chicago, the other Cincinnati yet they are part of the same IAAP chapter. I'm attaching a copy of the October newsletter for the Madison (Wisconsin) chapter of IAAP. I asked them if I could include their comments here to share with all of you and they approved!

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IAAP International Association of Administrative Professionals – The largest association for administrative professionals. Follow for relevant profession-related articles and resources. She can be found speaking at administrative conferences and events around the world. GrammarGirl Podcaster. Entrepreneur.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 2, 2007

Well I got the books I ordered through the IAAP website 1 and I did promise you in an earlier article that I would do a book review when I read them. And as I am sitting here at midnight writing this article and being constantly interrupted by the ping of incoming email, I can relate to what she is saying.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 10, 2008

I invited Kemetia Foley to guest blog on Laughing all the way to Work a few weeks ago after going on her blog and reading her article on secretaries in the media. She currently serves as an officer of the Capital Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) in Washington, DC.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

The fact of the matter is that in today’s economy, acquiring additional education and training is becoming a requirement from the employer and for your professional development. Visit Skillpath Seminars and National Seminars Training are two companies that offer affordable seminars. These seminars may enlist 1-2 day training.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

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 recently was at a friend’s place and her husband has an elaborate train set. Lets enjoy our day together.© Have you ever heard of negative and positive self talk ?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 11, 2009

Below are some things that I have found helpful to build my network: Join a professional association such as the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP). IAAP is a group of assistants who get together and encourage each other in our jobs and careers. Read professional magazines when you get the opportunity.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 13, 2010

I wrote an article called We Dont Know What We Dont Know. I think the first reason is what I put in my original article. Share any special training you have received with others in the office or online. .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 13 August, 2010 Pass it on. So why dont we share and better yet, how can we share?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

I have also combined all the tutorials, training and other education-related links under the title Training. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

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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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

I like this particular article it gives me an additional input in the information a round the world. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I His response to anyone needing a meeting was to call his assistant.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

Many times the administrative assistant position is a good way into an organization and what a great training ground to know an organizations inner workings than in this profession. I think many university students are seeing the value in having this kind of training. So much is expected of executives these days. Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

After reading the article on the "remote clicker", which is what I used to call it, I asked John in the cubicle beside me. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Reactions: 2comments: Patty said.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 14, 2008

I previously wrote an article on Charities in the Workplace and have seen an increase in the participation in charities at offices I have worked in. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

There comes a time when companies need to pony up the money and either pay for your training or pay for a professional instead of heaving everything off on the admin because theyre cheap. In my current role I cant take someones blood pressure and in my previous role, often times they wanted to be a Lotus Notes developer. Good point Sabrina.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 8, 2009

If so, what would you recommend in terms of training (university not included/possible). It is great training for the office environment, no matter what field you end up in. I wrote an article called "Thinking outside the job description box" that you might be interested in. considering taking Office Administration.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 23, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

I hope you enjoy her article. Earlier in this article, I shared three tips to keep in mind while networking. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 15, 2010

For instance if I was going to be away to attend a conference I would put: Pat off site (IAAP/Toronto) This way we can keep track of who is going where, when. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 13, 2010

Great article! Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

If outside the city, make travel arrangements: are flights required, train or will he or she be driving. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Provide a contact number. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 17, 2008

We called this “at your side” training. I recently met a former co-worker for lunch and she described the way the assistants are trained in her office. They work initially as an assistant-in-training and report to a senior assistant for mentoring and help with anything that comes up on the job. Be open to learning from others.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2009

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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