Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

We go from day-to-day fielding emails, doing our best to stay on top of our task list, and hoping we’re piecing everything together correctly. Getting your systems in order will provide organization and clarity for you to efficiently and effortlessly run your business. Email Marketing, Social Media, Website. But then it happens.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

EAs will often have random projects that require them to collaborate with other departments - it’s essential to maintain those human connections. A Reliable System for Tracking Tasks We’re not going to suggest one “right” system for how you manage tasks. Some people prefer a paper diary or a system of sticky notes.

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Jen Lawrence

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The method: clear the calendar. Much like the meetings that tend to live on indefinitely on our calendars, there are tasks, projects, and even processes we follow that could benefit from a second look or even starting over. I ran my own experiment of resetting my work in three areas: my task list, calendar, and workflows.

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Jen Lawrence

MARCH 15, 2019

Color coding your calendar is one of those organizational tricks that most people shrug off. I’m here to tell you – if you aren’t color coding your calendar, you’re missing out. Color coding your calendar allows you to see how your time will be used at a glance. You name it. How to color code?

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Office Organization Success

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

One question that I get asked a lot is “what’s a good online product I can use for scheduling projects throughout the year?” Just because some of these project management tools have all these fancy bells and whistles don’t go assuming they’re the best. Google Calendars. And similarly you can just view one calendar at a time.

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Unsurprisingly, email tends to be most workers’ biggest headache. Whether it’s a burning desire to document everything or senders just like the ease of email, we are inundated with messages at all hours of the day. However, some emails need a little more effort. How do we manage the chaos? What do you do then?

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Unsurprisingly, email tends to be most workers’ biggest headache. Whether it’s a burning desire to document everything or senders just like the ease of email, we are inundated with messages at all hours of the day. However, some emails need a little more effort. How do we manage the chaos? What do you do then?

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Allwork

MARCH 9, 2023

This innovative coworking space management software provides an intuitive and unified platform across both web and mobile apps, making it the only system on the market that enables managing a coworking space through a smartphone. One of the standout features of Nexudus is its email newsletter service.

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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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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 3, 2020

Like it or not, email is still our default form of communication and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. Sure, you can add in various collaboration and communication tools, but you’re not going to completely get rid of emails. Too many new emails. Bottom line, you should have an email signature.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Debbie Gross (Strategy) suggested administrative assistants to work at a higher level by using their Outlook calendar like their own personal admin to help keep them on track with the many projects to be managed. She has a 3-point system for managing email: first pass. Second pass, Do (as in under two minutes).

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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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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 23, 2013

It pains me to announce that my grand experiment with using electronic time management systems has officially come to an end (sort of). You see, for the past several years, I’ve been using a variety of tech tools to help organize my life and work—appointments, tasks, projects and more. To access online systems, you have to (duh!)

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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 Organization Success

APRIL 28, 2016

Do you find projects/clients are falling through the cracks? These are some of the classic signs of a LACK of systems – you’re not effectively managing you business so how can you effectively market your business? You don’t have your core systems in place and your business is running you when it should be you running your business!

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BMT Office Administration

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Cloud-based project management software has revolutionized how companies manage their workflows, time-tracking, and communications for years now. In short, gone are the days of keeping track of umpteen email threads and Slack chats to stay on top of your team’s progress. They can even aid in forecasting future growth.

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Office Organization Success

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

I’ve worked with many clients over the years who have wanted me to help them set up their client scheduling system — whether it’s creating a system for existing clients or one for booking strategy sessions. Getting clients to self-schedule is such a HUGE time-saver as it eliminates the back and forth of emails.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

OCTOBER 5, 2011

Today I share a simple method to create your own ACTION/Quick Reference system. Create Your Action/Quick Reference System 1 -- Start with what is on top of your desk.  7 -- Place system in an easy to reach spot on your desk. Use any remaining spots to hold project files or quick reference information. 

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Google Workspace is a collaboration and productivity suite, similar to Microsoft 365, that allows you to create and share documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, manage your email, and attend virtual meetings. Finally, identify a personal or work project where you can begin using the Google apps.

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Office Organization Success

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

The solution is simple … you plan it in your calendar. And you make sure your systems are set up to support you. Take the First Step To Taking Time Away: FREE Online Business & Marketing Systems Checklist. Access your 26-point Online Business Management & Marketing SYSTEMS CHECKLIST .

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BMT Office Administration

JANUARY 31, 2023

Now in 2023, it’s projected that 25% of the workforce will engage in remote work in one form or another. There are many ways to go about this, including time-tracking apps, project management software, timesheets, screenshots, spreadsheets, and asking team members to track their own progress. It makes task management a possibility.

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Productivity Bits

MARCH 1, 2011

Integration with Blackberry Calendar – One of the best features of myTasks is it’s integration with the BlackBerry’s built-in Calendar app. I can set the Start Date or Alarm (Notification) within myTasks and it will also be captured in my Calendar at the same time. You’ll see in few sentences.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

No more endless emails to check or impromptu calls to answer: your admin is your gatekeeper. Partnering with your Worxbee admin according to our proven systems will save you time, money, and stress. Your admin pulls together all the info about a project to help you navigate the executive decision. More creativity.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

I just have not found a good system yet."   I've tried delegating through email, google and drop box.  " Then, I heard this comment: "I use Asana for task and project management, and the app is on my iPhone and iPad, so I can see all of my tasks at a glance and add to them if needed. ."

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Step It Up VA Coaching

JUNE 25, 2015

Mark your calendar to follow up with a brief email no more than one week following your meeting. Don’t make the email too lengthy or too mushy; make it brief, but make it clear. Don’t make the email too lengthy or too mushy; make it brief, but make it clear. Your next follow-up email should be maybe 7-10 days later.

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Office Organization Success

MAY 7, 2015

And that is to create a system. I regularly help my clients to implement is a system for getting on track with their newsletter — or stay-in-touch strategy as I like to call it! FREE Online Business & Marketing Systems Checklist. Access your 26-point Online Business Management & Marketing SYSTEMS CHECKLIST .

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Virtual Moxie

MAY 6, 2014

If I''ve learned anything, it''s that a person can hear about a system or a solution many times and have it strike only a glancing blow before bouncing off, and then one day, it suddenly clicks. The problem is that “later today,” and “as soon as you can,” aren’t times you can point to on a clock and calendar. Tho solution? Everything.

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Worxbee

MAY 18, 2023

Email Address Sign Up Thank you! Embrace various digital communication tools, such as video conferencing, instant messaging, and email, to foster seamless connectivity with your team. Implement a robust system to manage tasks, deadlines, and priorities effectively.

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Jen Lawrence

JANUARY 11, 2021

I can’t tell you how many people are shocked to hear that, as a systems expert, I still do quite a bit of work manually. Sure, your system can send out emails precisely at the right time, but does it send a super cheery message in the middle of a national crisis? Sound like a contradiction? Not if you zoom out a little.

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Jen Lawrence

JANUARY 11, 2021

I can’t tell you how many people are shocked to hear that, as a systems expert, I still do quite a bit of work manually. Sure, your system can send out emails precisely at the right time, but does it send a super cheery message in the middle of a national crisis? Sound like a contradiction? Not if you zoom out a little.

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Office Organization Success

APRIL 27, 2013

When I started to get busier I realised I needed a system that would allow me to anticipate or schedule in client’s work. This system works well for me! If you find yourself having time management issues with your clients, then give my system a go! Plan Projects and Activities. Create a Work Schedule. To Do List.

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Jen Lawrence

JULY 20, 2020

We load in all our tasks, get all the labels/tags figured out, maybe link it to our digital calendars. Can you connect your email account? Your digital calendar? You won’t stick with any system or tool that feels like additional work. Want to learn more about building the most effective task management system?

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Denise Aday

AUGUST 16, 2010

Here’s a handy email reminder tool I’ve been trying out since last week: Followup.cc (Thank you, WebWorkerDaily.). Whenever you have an email containing an action item for later – whether a reply or some other type follow-up – you can forward it to [VALUE]@followup.cc. There’s even a SNOOZE BUTTON!

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Step It Up VA Coaching

MARCH 14, 2013

Mark your calendar to follow up with a brief email no more than one week following your meeting. Don’t make the email too lengthy or too mushy; make it brief, but make it clear. Don’t make the email too lengthy or too mushy; make it brief, but make it clear. Your next follow-up email should be maybe 7-10 days later.

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C-Suite Assistants

AUGUST 31, 2021

Startups are all about keeping up this momentum and energy, putting systems in place to manage rapid growth and a lot of hard work and innovation. Project management skills are also highly desirable and, depending on the start up, a background in technology and/or social media may be needed.

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Office Organization Success

OCTOBER 5, 2013

It’s great to set up systems and processes and have them work for you, but in order to fully automate your business you also need to know which technologies are going to work best to support you in that. 1ShoppingCart – this is my shopping cart, autoresponder, broadcast, and database management systems all rolled into ONE system.

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Office Organization Success

JULY 31, 2009

Do you find projects/clients are falling through the cracks? These are some of the classic signs of a LACK of systems – you’re not effectively managing you business so how can you effectively market your business? You don’t have your core systems in place and your business is running you when it should be you running your business!

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