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Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Don’t keep routine memos or anything that gives you information you already know or have. Record meeting information on your calendar, then toss the memo. Thanks for visiting! Ruthless paperwork is the route to a clean desk. Comments No comments yet.

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JULY 26, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Take time every day to absorb new knowledge and information: read, listen and watch. The point of absorbing new knowledge and information is not to churn out copies of what has already been done. Thanks for visiting! Creativity leads to more creativity.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2010

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. 5) Do I have all the information I need to organize my time effectively? Home About Contact Me Links Sitemap Rate Your Time-Management Skills Posted by Ian McKenzie Written on September 22, 2010 If youre new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. You will find Books of Remembrance here, songs that were popular during war time, information on WWI and WWII and so much more on the history of war and Remembrance Day. Thanks for visiting! Image via Wikipedia Today is Remembrance Day.

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JULY 10, 2009

Do you try to "go green" by not printing e-mails or other documents that you could be e-mailing to others that you want to share this information with? You really have to be careful with these, as pertinent company information could leak out into the wrong hands. We are in week 3 now and cannot get rid of our recycling.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2007

By The Professional Assistant on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 Filed Under: Ergonomics , Productivity D o you find yourself typing too much? Click on the picture to find out more information. Home About Me Advertise Hands Hurt From Typing? Using the mouse too often? It even gives the person a massaging effect, for lasting comfort.

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OCTOBER 27, 2008

I have been running this blog for just over a year now and it has grown quite a bit, as you can tell. There are over 200 articles of information so far and growing. If you feel that you want to remain anonymous, please note that I never disclose any personal information such as your name, company, etc.,

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JUNE 28, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. For many organizations, e-mail has become the preferred means of communication, both formal and informal. Your signature should include your name, job title, contact information, and company name. Thanks for visiting! Include a signature section.

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JULY 14, 2009

You search around to find the best deal (check out Travel Links on the right side of this blog for some suggestions) and book what your boss needed. Some of you might already know the answer to this, but I thought that Id give the information here anyways, since I was stumped in the beginning as well.

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JUNE 18, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. For most organizations, e-mail has become the preferred means of communication, both formal and informal. Use informative subject lines – Be specific, treat subject lines like headlines. Thanks for visiting! Comments No comments yet.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. The encoding stage refers to the process of putting information into memory. The storage stage refers to retention or maintaining information in memory. The retrieval stage refers to recovering information from memory. Thanks for visiting! Stay organized.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2007

Do you have confidential information that you need to send to someone, but want to make sure that it gets treated like registered mail? For more information, visit www.reditag.com. If you would like more information on keeping your documents safe, take a look at the "How Safe Are Your Documents?"

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MAY 7, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Search for other sources of information. Comments Trackbacks DishyMix: Susan Bratton Podcasts & Blogs Famous Executives » LIKE: Call for Speakers ad:tech NY — Have YOU Submitted Your Idea? Thanks for visiting! Public speaking can help your career.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2009

Post from: Administrative Assistant Tips 2comments for this post soruba Nice blog. Subscribe to The Professional Assistant feeds or get posts e-mailed directly to you today. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter! Having Trouble Planning A "Non-Religious" Office Party?

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NOVEMBER 25, 2009

One of my readers asks: Ive been reading your blog for the past few months and really appreciate all the information and tips you provide! Post from: Administrative Assistant Tips 4comments for this post eurobillion This post has been removed by a blog administrator. Having Trouble Planning A "Non-Religious" Office Party?

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OCTOBER 15, 2008

Your manager asks you to create a report of some sort and wants you to send it to a client, but making sure that they cannot manipulate the information. Also, keep in mind that you don’t want anyone to alter the information in your report. This will enable you to create a PDF-like file where no one can manipulate information.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2009

Posted on 21 November, 2009 10:51 PM Anonymous If you send an iCalendar as a follow up to a meeting request, do you have the option of updating your calendar or is it just for passing on updated information (or as you suggested possibly adding an agenda)? Thanks, Richard Posted on 4 January, 2010 11:32 AM soruba Thanks for the information.

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AUGUST 4, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. It is a continuous process, often informal, and an important factor in lifelong learning. Leave a comment Subscribe to blog posts by Email The Essential Motivation Handbook The Zen Habits Handbook for Life! Thanks for visiting! Comments No comments yet.

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JUNE 30, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. It doesn’t matter whether you use an electronic document system like Eric Mack , or a shoe box in your closet: if you can’t retrieve the information when you need it, the system is not effective. Thanks for visiting! I learned from my mother.

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MAY 19, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. When someone fails to provide all the information she needs to do her job, she explains: “I understand that you need this report by tomorrow. One colleague always submitted incomplete information for a monthly report. Thanks for visiting!

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MAY 13, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. If you know you’re going to need information from Nancy and she’s in a meeting at a client’s office, let the requester know. Thanks for visiting! That way, I can complete your presentation today.&#

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OCTOBER 6, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. You can provide needed information, support, data and resources without your boss asking for it. Instead, offer solutions when you inform her of problems. Thanks for visiting! Present solutions rather than problems. Respect your boss’s time.

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JULY 17, 2009

Would you prefer the client to calmly and rationally give you information on their issue? Now put yourself in that persons shoes. Imagine that you were on the receiving end of the conversation. How would you feel? Most Recent Questions How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Make some general introductory comments, such as, “I’m pleased to be here today to provide some information. Thanks for visiting! Has this happened to you? You’re attending a meeting. You’re not expecting to say anything, just sit and listen.

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MAY 14, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Don’t listen to what others say about you : The person making comments about you may not be fully informed. Thanks for visiting! If you work full-time, you spend at least 35% of your waking hours on the job. That’s a lot of time relating to your co-workers.

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OCTOBER 14, 2010

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DECEMBER 13, 2007

Does your boss come up to you and ask you to find information on an e-mail that youve received and needs it yesterday? A new window will pop up with results that will populate as the system retrieves this information. You can even specify who sent the e-mail, who it was addressed to, date fields, etc.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2008

Creating a filing system can be tricky, as you need to know exactly how to file your files and what type of information you would need to be able to access quickly. Your boss could ask you for something at a moments notice and you are expected to find the information within minutes. as you mentioned in your question.

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JANUARY 29, 2008

If someone else needs to access information, they can just click the "Read-Only" button. But if they need to change information, this could cause a problem. So the next time you know you will be leaving your desk for a long period of time, please make sure to close any files that are shared among your staff.

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OCTOBER 8, 2009

If its your boss thats asking for this information, make sure to read the e-mail right away. The "Broken Record" Approach The best way to combat this is using the "broken record" approach. Keep telling the person that you will get to it as soon as possible. Everyone else falls into the queue afterwards.

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AUGUST 25, 2007

If you chatter away in your e-mails and are trying to get your point across, this information will be quite juicy for your fingertips. Write out all the main points that you want to convey in the message (but be careful – ask yourself if the message should be formal or informal). Click send!

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JANUARY 4, 2008

I have been updating my firms website stats for quite some time now and wanted to share some tips on getting the information correct - the first time. By The Professional Assistant on Friday, January 04, 2008 Filed Under: Productivity A re you being asked to check your companys website stats? Do you have software in place for it?

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JUNE 7, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Besides the internet, try to talk to people who will let you have an informational interview or give you the real scoop on the areas you are interested in. You can review the high quality of our articles and blog content at [link]. Thanks for visiting!

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Resource Information: Life Coach Kathy Gates specializes in helping people who are ready to create a simpler, less stressful, more joyful and meaningful lifestyle. How can i help you get you information out to more people? Thanks for visiting! » ??????????

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2007

We actually can lock our computers automatically with our own settings, but I have confidential information that people can access, since I am the Administrative Assistant of the department. If this information ever leaked out, I would get into a lot of trouble. Best to always lock your computer when you leave it, even for a minute.

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APRIL 9, 2010

Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Home About Contact Me Links Sitemap 5 Ways to Free Up Room on Your Brain’s Hard Drive Posted by Ian McKenzie Written on April 9, 2010 If youre new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting! But humans have a definite edge on computers.

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