Ian's Messy Desk

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

If you want to reduce the stress associated with the holiday season, get an early start on holiday planning. Then December comes along and your stress level is higher than a mountain climber hanging off a cliff by his fingertips. To reduce holiday stress this year, create a holiday checklist to make the season go smoothly.

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By firmly implementing this one thing, expecting everyone to block think time in their calendar before every meeting, most organizations can cut meeting time by 50% or more. Copyright 2013 WorkLifeBalance.com, Inc. By doing this religiously you will create a great reputation for yourself. Wow, you know your stuff! All Rights Reserved.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 16, 2013

By firmly implementing this one thing, expecting everyone to block think time in their calendar before every meeting, most organizations can cut meeting time by 50% or more. Copyright 2013 WorkLifeBalance.com, Inc. By doing this religiously you will create a great reputation for yourself. Wow, you know your stuff! All Rights Reserved.

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Productivity Bits

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Copyright © 2011 Marlon Ribunal. Our inability to control things causes us to stress out. The thing is – and I cannot stress this enough – you don’t try closing them out but must control them. The open loops can become constant source of stress if not controlled. Visit the original article at [link].

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 12, 2010

List #1 – The weekly calendar. Emotional blocks – boredom, daydreaming, stress, guilt, anger and frustration reduce concentration. When you enjoy what you are doing, it reduces stress. When stress is reduced, you work more efficiently. 3) Define Your Priorities Using the 3-List Method. Time is precious.

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Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 11, 2010

Unfortunately, our calendars and to-do lists often get in the way of common sense. Develop strategies for coping with stress and hardships. Psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky , of the University of California, has conducted considerable research in the area of personal satisfaction. The following eight points summarize her findings.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 5, 2010

T hen I just review each night for the next day to make sure I am on task - I take my daily to-dos from my master and I schedule my to-do mistycb   @ StephCalahan using iPhone apps:etodo,calendar & www.hassleme.co.uk/ deusami   @ StephCalahan Trying out a moleskin plan. Notes from all areas of life in the front.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 10, 2010

Work With Stephanie | Contact Copyright 2007-2010 Calahan Solutions, Inc. -- All Rights Reserved Want to use my content in your ezine, newsletter or blog? Feel free, but please give me proper credit and let me know so that I can thank you!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 14 June, 2009 Meeting preparation. 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 simply using an on-line calendar with space on each day to enter what needs to be done. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Schedule = Success My favorite is: There is no tool more useful to me than an electronic calendar (Outlook, ACT, Thunderbird, Google, it doesn't matter what brand.) I don't know of another tool that does all of this seamlessly, saving me time, money and stress.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 December, 2009 Meetings Plus: Taking them offline I organize a lot of meetings in a day, week, month; heck, even into next year. Once a date is finalized I put it in my bosss calendar and confirm the meeting with the other participants. Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 10 October, 2008 Working for the Disorganized. You will also feel more in control of the situation and less stressed. If that is not happening, schedule yourself in their calendar. Lets enjoy our day together.© You want to keep up to date on their working life and all they have to do.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 9 July, 2010 Taking stock Whenever I finish a project I always ask myself, or get together with those who assisted me, and ask the question, "What went well and what could have gone better?" The meetings were stress free and I was able to depend on my checklists and templates. Dealing in real time.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 January, 2010 Taking the time to acknowledge someone and say thanks. I sent another assistant a comical card about being stressed out at work. We work in a very busy office so it was a nice surprise for her to receive it and helped put the stress of the office in perspective. She loved it!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 July, 2010 Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check and Maximize Time Management Photo from Flickr: Public Domain It’s not always about giving the boss her money’s worth – sometimes, it just feels great to know that work time is being managed well. .© 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 16, 2010

Work With Stephanie | Contact Copyright 2007-2010 Calahan Solutions, Inc. -- All Rights Reserved Want to use my content in your ezine, newsletter or blog? Archive Network with Steph Is This You?   When I asked him about the tiny papers, he said they all represented an item that he needed to take care of. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

  So, the next time you have a project that is important consider the following: Block the time on your calendar. Start Small and Build on Successes If you or your employees are exhibiting stress due to disorganization, take a step back and start looking at the causes of the stress rather than the symptoms. 

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 March, 2010 Admin Buddies I like to have someone at work that I can buddy with. Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. Lets enjoy our day together.© Yes, it is always nice to have a work buddy. Minute taking made easier.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 12, 2010

  Rather than having sticky notes all over your desk for things you want to get done, put the tasks on your calendar.  Develop a process and strategy for how you will schedule your week, day, hour and you will have less stress worrying about getting things done.  When in doubt, schedule it out! 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Our organization uses Google Apps for our e-mail, calendar and cloud solution. People who have hundreds or thousands of emails in their in-boxes (and who have things falling through the cracks or high stress as result) typically use their in-boxes for 2 things for which it doesn't function well: 1. Lovin' Those Labels!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 4 October, 2008 Kings and Queens of the Office A friend was telling me about an Executive Assistant who has taken on a superior attitude at work and seems to think she is the Queen, looking down her nose on all her subjects, the other assistants. Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 July, 2009 Monty Python Officeland One of my former bosses said working with me was like being in a Monty Python movie. Humour is a powerful stress reliever if done in good taste, but timing is everything. Lets enjoy our day together.© My current boss says we get along like a house on fire.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 6 September, 2008 Going Checklist Crazy I am organizing a Board meeting and I have checklists and to-do lists coming out of my ears. As an aside, pen and paper will suffice if I have to, but you can see that the checklist can help avoid any unnecessary stresses from happening. Dealing in real time.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 30 March, 2009 When working isnt fun: Ho hum, ho hum, its off to work I go. An interview can be as stressful on those conducting it as on the person being interviewed if the conversation does not flow. Lets enjoy our day together.© A firm but short handshake is all it takes. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 12 December, 2008 Are you worried about job security? One of the things they stressed was to hire well. I gave at the office Calendar "ah ha" Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog What ever happened to the "us" in Service? Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 12, 2010

They work long hours: When you work long hours, you end up creating stress for yourself. Also, work with your calendar when projects come knocking at your door – don’t just say yes. Copyright 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc - All Rights Reserved. Know yourself and your schedules.

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Andrea Kalli

AUGUST 20, 2010

>> New Clients – START HERE Ready to get started?

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Andrea Kalli

APRIL 27, 2010

Home Services Keyword Research, SEO, and Backlink Strategies for Link Building SharePoint Services Training Internet Marketing Assistant Microsoft Outlook Podcaster’s Corner Admin Assistance WishList Member and Wordpress Membership Sites New Client Questionnaire Info Contact Andrea Andrea’s Bio Code of Ethics Blog Testimonials Search View (..)

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 22 November, 2008 I got an e-slap on the wrist - Ouch! Perhaps we put a lot of the stress on ourselves because we feel that every e-mail has to be replied to immediately. 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

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 3, 2011

  Also, when you come across papers that are date driven, make sure to add an entry to your calendar/planner to remind you to do things.    Why be time-pressed and struggle when you can easily get more done with less stress. .  Read, sort and process your email and snail mail daily.    Avoid backlog. 

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2007

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. They are penalized for having a family and this causes additional stress and anxiety. It is very easy to run yourself down in a job that is high stress. Concentrate on your business, not your office. External Links External Links SynergyOne.co.uk

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Productivity Bits

JUNE 10, 2011

Copyright © 2011 Marlon Ribunal. However, what can be a big secret is how successful professionals manage to balance the stress and responsibility of their work life, with the inevitable stress and responsibility of their home life. Visit the original article at [link]. Guest Post. 3 – Acknowledge Your Accomplishments.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 25, 2010

You’re really stressed and deserve some down time. Spiritually, ecumenically, grammatically." - Captain Jack Sparrow Home | Services | About | Comment Policy | Disclosure | Contact Copyright © 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc. You just forgot. It was an honest mistake. Think about where you’d like to go for vacation.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 February, 2010 Minute taking made easier. Minute taking definitely isnt easy, but it doesnt have to be stressful. I gave at the office Calendar "ah ha" Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog What ever happened to the "us" in Service? Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 10, 2010

" The playing field of the world is leveling off which means that the competition, pace and stress levels are at maximum. But ironically, all that unfinished "little stuff" can stress us out more than the big projects we haven't gotten around to yet. Utilize your calendar to schedule tasks. In the calendar.

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 30, 2010

The last five years have seen some remarkable SEO success stories, from Markus Frind’s ultra-popular PlentyOfFish online dating website all the way to unique location-dependent auction websites and trading posts.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 10 Things = Frustration When one team member doesn’t want to play. Tools Options Preferences E-mail Options Advanced E-mail Options Unclick “Suggest names while completing To, cc and bcc…&# My life is much simply now with less stress. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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