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JULY 12, 2010

Holgate is the Executive Assistant to the President, she also reports to the Director of Human Resources and manages a staff of four. On the night of the awards Lynn reports she was sitting at a table with nine of her colleagues from HPTI including the Senior Vice-President. Lets enjoy our day together.© Morgan Chase & Co.

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JULY 16, 2010

If you don’t have e-mail folders, create some and sort messages as they are received. Be sure to include call-back windows if you leave a message so you won’t be interrupted while working on an important task. Manage: Try scheduling e-mail checks every two hours to minimize time spent with the e-mail account open.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2010

By the same token, I appreciate it when someone lets me know by when they will have something for me and if they can’t have it done by that date, then I like it when they get back to me to say when I can expect it. So that is what I like, but it isn’t always what I get. I can only guess when I might get it.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:13 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , etiquette for addressing officials , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Carol Bory said. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2010

I actually didn't know this and this is something I need because I tend to blather on a little bit and get carried away! :) February 12, 2010 Patricia Robb said. But, as I learned the hard way it doesn't work on all systems. They said it works with most phone services. Thanks Patricia! Thanks everyone for correcting me.

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JANUARY 10, 2010

Many young executives have never had an assistant before and are so used to not having one, that they don't know how to utilize one. Many young executives have never had an assistant before and are so used to not having one, that they don't know how to utilize one. The incentive was you saved.002 002 cents a litre.

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DECEMBER 28, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? You can find the story at the following link: [link] That certainly is dedication and remarkably they were a perfect match. A nice Christmas gift to her boss who is a dad of five children.

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AUGUST 22, 2009

Sometimes I need to do a job, but I can’t move forward until I get an answer from someone else. While waiting for the answer, you can go on to other tasks and bring this item forward another day to get it off your desk, but don’t let it go off your radar. Put it in your Outlook Tasks with a reminder to follow up.

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JANUARY 10, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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MAY 31, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? When taking initiative isn't the best thing. In both of my situations, it would have been helpful if I had given my input. Lesson learned and will now put me on high gut alert.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I can just hear the conversation at the office tomorrow. a great game and I'm happy for my Canadian friends.

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DECEMBER 5, 2009

Take notes during the interview so you don’t forget what you wanted to ask. If you don’t get it, it wasn’t the right job for you or the right time. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway?

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MAY 10, 2009

She said it wouldnt look good on my resume if I was seen as a job hopper. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Still another assistant I worked with now owns her own real estate business and has an assistant assisting her.

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MARCH 21, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Ive been gaining weight lately and couldnt figure out why until I started to look at my new office habits. How to gain weight in six easy steps: Do not eat breakfast before going to work.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2008

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Writing when you don’t know what you’re talking ab. Just before my book was published I promised I would have a contest on my blog and someone could win a copy of my book.

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APRIL 22, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants. Some good advice to pass along: Never colour your hair the night before an event.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2008

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Writing when you don’t know what you’re talking ab. The 10th person was someone by the first name of Tammy and once I get her address I will be sending her a copy of the book.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2009

When I look at them however, I see someone who really knows their job and I know they could do it if only they would forget about what they can’t do and concentrate on what they can do. Don’t let self doubt take over. When someone asked me to speak or do something at work, I would say "Oh, I could never do that!"

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JUNE 4, 2010

The Director of my department says she sometimes feels as though she running a daycare, but sometimes people just can't "play nice" It's pretty basic stuff: share and co-operate, but sometime adults just forget, I suppose. What can you do if you are part of a team that is not playing well together? 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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MARCH 20, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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APRIL 5, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? If you have to reschedule, send an email apologizing, but advise that your bosss schedule has changed. People are busy and certainly understand schedule changes. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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MARCH 1, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? ► June (3) ► May (7) ► April (4) ▼ March (5) When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off t. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Minute taking made easier.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Nobody seems to really know what its called, but Powerpoint Remote was given as a common name. Now at least I will have a name that most people will know what I mean. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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OCTOBER 11, 2009

And sometimes it isn’t, but from my experience if you read an administrative or executive assistant job description there is usually a phrase something like this, “providing administrative support.&# Whatever you are doing as an administrative assistant, don’t be afraid to try new things and expand your knowledge.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I hope you find it as useful as I did. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 15, 2010

but I don't use that system or know what the colours mean. One person who uses this system all the time couldn't figure out why I didn't know that purple on her private appointment meant she was out of the office -- huh! Use that feature to set reminders (which everyone uses it for anyway). Another one I never use.

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MAY 1, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? When taking initiative isn't the best thing. If you are a new hire, take the time to learn and ask questions. I dont see it as a weakness, but as a strength. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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AUGUST 1, 2010

Of course the simple solution would be to have the same password for every aspect of your life, but nope that doesn’t work. And do we really have to change our work passwords every 60 days, and why can’t I use the same password I used a year ago? I kinda liked that one, but nope I can’t reuse the old password.

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OCTOBER 31, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Make a decision to listen to and hear what your boss has to say. Regularly evaluate your strengths and weaknesses. Admit your mistakes and try to learn from them. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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JUNE 14, 2009

In my case an opportunity came up and at first I was hesitant as I didn't know what I was getting myself into, but I took the plunge and it is something I am really suited to do. My favourite to-do list is a calendar timeline so I can see at a glance where I am at and what I need to do to get there. It is a never ending circle isnt it?)

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JULY 1, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 2 July, 2010 We dont know what we dont know We really dont know what we dont know do we? Try starting your own information sharing at work. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JULY 9, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I also had a reception and dinner to attend that night at 6. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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JANUARY 31, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Now don't forget to put the correc. One of the best kept secrets in Word 2007 is the Word Options button. Wow.this tip almost makes me want to upgrade to 2007 *laughs*.

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JANUARY 19, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Now don't forget to put the correc. When it gets closer to the course date and it doesnt look like they will fill the seats, they offer the course at a cheaper price.

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JUNE 27, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? So how am I going to be funny in December? Perhaps you can help. Do you have any funny office stories that you want to share? Honey, you will never believe what happened at the office?"

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JANUARY 1, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Now don't forget to put the correc. In Word, choose Insert, Date and Time and then highlight the date format you like and press OK. Click Yes and then OK. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. (New

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MARCH 13, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? They had enough time as they saw the bus approaching, they know they will need it, but time and time again, they are searching for it. I find the same thing at work. no tickets.

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