Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 3, 2017

When I took over the managing of the meeting rooms the booking process was a joke. Each meeting room had a massive paper diary that had been left outside each office for people to book in meetings for themselves. Each meeting room had its own electronic calendar. This created chaos. Crazy right? Crazy right?

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

From Joan Burge’s new book, Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed (2018). They feel they have been managing calendars or planning meetings forever so why pay attention. There are always new ways of doing things and you can always streamline or fine-tune your current processes. This is not smart. This is not smart.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2020

I have written 5 books for assistants, educated 300,000+ assistants, have worked with 70+ Fortune 500 companies, and coached 300+ executive/assistant teams. Next, the article says that new generation leaders are content to schedule their meetings and book flights. They are not paid the big bucks to manage a calendar and book flights.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Check out this great tool » Favorite Planning/Calendar Tool - Readers Speak Out There are many ways to manage your time and activities.  What is your favorite planning/calendar tool and why? What is your favorite planning/calendar tool and why? Of all the calendar tools I know, this one handles tasks the best.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Even The NOW Year wall calendar starts in January. I also understand that I’m an outlier when it comes to when I make the start of my year, so I still lean in and share how my calendar year went in posts like this. I spent the better part of the year writing the first draft of my next book, which I’m self-publishing.

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Success

AUGUST 30, 2022

But with all the decisions we make daily, how do we prioritize the decision-making process? Every morning, I take five minutes, look at my calendar, and ask myself: Of all the people I’m going to see, and all the things I’m going to do today, what is the main event? What’s the main event of your day? Managing good decisions.

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Success

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Peterson had written a book called 12 Rules for Life , and he said that he asked ChatGPT to “write me an essay that’s a 13th rule … written in a style that combines the King James Bible with the Tao Te Ching. … For example, “Create a 30-day social media calendar and captions for five posts per day. And, voilà!

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Allwork

APRIL 29, 2022

Walk into any health food store these days, and you are likely to see plenty of supplements, diets, or books marketed as “brain boosters.” . At least 65% of workers use some form of automation in their daily work routine, and 68% of workers say that their organization is in the process of developing such automation. .

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Karen Vivarelli

JANUARY 11, 2024

Share one of your processes 17. Recommend a book you have read 23. Tips on how your client can manage their calendar using time blocking 27. Business goal 12. Favourite podcast 13.Photo Photo of your workspace 14. Regram someone else’s post and give credit 15. Share another business you love 16. Share a Canva tip 28.

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Make or Break Moments

AUGUST 27, 2010

How you do your business Who your customers are How you find them The 1,2,3s of producing your product/service Your billing and receivables process Employee relations and hiring/firing practices It is all pretty cut and dry. But what about the customer service process? A few months ago a prospect called. Call me 330-414-8792.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 17, 2024

Whether it’s handling emails, documents, or projects, having a well-organized system can significantly improve productivity and streamline decision-making processes. In Microsoft Office, categories carry across email, tasks, and calendar. When I see a red block on my calendar, I know it’s a speaking event.

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Productivityist

JULY 3, 2023

Always keep a book next to your TV remote. Paper books offer an irreplaceable tactile experience. Keep your calendar for the broad strokes and your to-do list for the finer details. Use a wall calendar for a bird’s-eye view of your year. It’s a process of self-reflection and planning.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Try This Instead | Main | Be Smart About Using the Telephone » The Great Calendar Debate - Paper or Electronic - 21 Experts Weigh In We are in the home stretch of 2009 -- bring on 2010!!    One item frequently purchased at this time of year is a calendar or planner for the upcoming year. 

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 25, 2020

When you hear or read bad news globally or within your own family, take a moment to process it so that you can react calmly. To stay connected to your administrative peers and continue your education, host a book club. You can find several industry-specific books on our website. Be the positive domino effect in the room.

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Success

MARCH 22, 2023

To the company party, a friend’s wedding or maybe a community group outing—whatever it is, it’s on your calendar. It can be online or in books and journals, but it can help drive a conversation with someone you don’t know much about. You’re invited! All great chances to meet new people. You think, I won’t know anyone there. Read a lot.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

From other executive assistants to business owners, travel agents, corporate event specialists, the IT people, even the person who has connections for hard-to-get tickets or bookings can all be great “tools” in your network. Each card can represent a deliverable, task, or piece of a process.

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Worxbee

MARCH 1, 2021

These are our top three suggestions for tasks to give your virtual executive assistant: Calendar management. Calendar management falls under “must be done, but you’re not adding any value by doing it.” You’re likely spending a lot of time on managing your calendar that could otherwise be spent on other things. Email taming.

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Jen Lawrence

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Try adding blocks to your calendar designated for responding to all of those emails, texts, and messages, but also align it with a soothing beverage break. You may only need 15 minutes to enjoy your beverage and get through all of your messages, but if you need longer, book it in your calendar!

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Productivityist

JANUARY 6, 2023

The first public edition of my virtual retreat process (The READY Retreat) will take place in the later portion of the season, and there’s a possibility of another one happening earlier than that for members of TimeCrafting Trust Premium. Want one of my wall calendars? I can’t hardly wait. Click here. ).

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 29, 2019

Let’s take for example the task of meeting planning or calendaring for your executive. Meaning your gut tells you that because your executive has busy weekends and your executive takes a while to get going on Monday mornings, you stay away from booking morning meetings. You would: Take into consideration your executive’s travel.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 8, 2017

Processing expense claims. I begin each day by checking the directors calendars, then my ‘to do list’. I also check which meeting rooms I have booked that day in case we have had any meetings cancelled, meeting rooms are like gold dust in our office! Organisation global tele and video conferences. and I leave each night at 5.30

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 9, 2010

Below are some ideas for earning money from products and services other than print books. Ebooks The easiest way to create an ebook is to convert your printed book to a PDF document. Book formats on Smashwords include PDF documents and formats that can be read by ebook readers and devices like Kindle, Sony Reader, iPod, and Palm.

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Productivityist

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Bunting about the life of a writer and the making of his ambitious new book, Crowdsourcing Paris: Memoirs of a Travel Adventure. HoneyBook is an online business management tool that organizes your client communications, bookings, contracts, and invoices – all in one place. This episode is brought to you by Woven Calendar.

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 9, 2010

Below are some ideas for earning money from products and services other than print books. Ebooks The easiest way to create an ebook is to convert your printed book to a PDF document. Book formats on Smashwords include PDF documents and formats that can be read by ebook readers and devices like Kindle, Sony Reader, iPod, and Palm.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 28, 2024

This resource is intended to equip you with the knowledge and tools to streamline the hiring process, ensuring a successful addition to your team. Today’s EAs are strategic partners who manage projects, make travel arrangements, and participate in high-level decision-making processes. What is the Role of an Executive Assistant?

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Success

JANUARY 7, 2023

The more detailed my calendar, the more prepared and focused I am. There is a process you can follow to acquire it as a skill: Become aware of the need to improve your focusing skills. It’s part of the process. Then on to Tuesday, and so on. Whom do I contact and why? Committing my priorities to words focuses me mentally.

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This may mean taking the next day off of work or simply keeping your calendar clear of obligations. This is also a great time to go through all the takeaways from the conferences, such as gift bags and digital downloads, and look up any referenced materials, such as a good book recommendation. Do a Debrief. Check-in and see.

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

However, the planning process can be hard. Venues, especially those that have a larger capacity, can book up quickly, so it’s best to book three-to-six months in advance. Put dates from your timeline in your calendar and use a project management tool like Trello to keep all dates and information about your event in one place.

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Productivityist

JANUARY 28, 2016

I’ve been reading a lot of books on leadership lately, something that I really haven’t done all that much before. Historically, I’ve read mostly time management, productivity, and technology books. One of the most important reasons to read leadership books is you can take the lessons you’ve learned and then applying them to yourself.

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C-Suite Assistants

JANUARY 23, 2023

Time Management : manage your calendar as well as coordinate your work and personal calendars, schedule meetings, and most importantly help you set scheduling priorities on your calendar Organization : Help you set up standard operating procedures and improve business processes including “electronic organization.

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Productivityist

JANUARY 28, 2016

I’ve been reading a lot of books on leadership lately, something that I really haven’t done all that much before. Historically, I’ve read mostly time management, productivity, and technology books. One of the most important reasons to read leadership books is you can take the lessons you’ve learned and then applying them to yourself.

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Productivityist

JANUARY 28, 2016

I’ve been reading a lot of books on leadership lately, something that I really haven’t done all that much before. Historically, I’ve read mostly time management, productivity, and technology books. One of the most important reasons to read leadership books is you can take the lessons you’ve learned and then applying them to yourself.

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Go Burrows

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

Currently, she helps executive assistants manage and measure the right tasks in company operations while getting them off the craziness of Email/ Slack/ Calendar and onto the Office Otter software. THE LEADER ASSISTANT BOOK. And of course, be sure to turn your messages into tasks with Office Otter ! LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Most achievers have no trouble codifying clear goals but then let time-sucking “opportunities” creep into calendars. A word of caution: Brushing your teeth, taking your meds and reading self-help books is self-maintenance, not self-care. Inspire: Read or listen to books in order to lift your spirit. Always be shipping.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Metabolizing fear, rather than allowing it to take root, is an exercise she describes in her most recent book, Redefine Wealth for Yourself. She has written five books, appeared on national TV shows, been featured in national media outlets like CNBC and Essence , and hosted her own radio segment on a nationally syndicated show.

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Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 5, 2021

. “We’re too eager to jump into, or be dragged into, active collaborations that might run better without us and that burn up our valuable time and energy,” he writes in his new book Beyond Collaboration Overload. Do you attend every meeting on your calendar? The reality is, They’re not equally important.

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 31, 2023

It’s browser-based, which means everything is done directly from your web browser. Julie applies her administrative expertise and passion for lifelong learning to serving as an enthusiastic mentor, speaker and author who educates admins around the world on how to be more effective every day.

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