Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 7, 2011

January 20, 2011 2:00 PM CST (12:00 PM PST- 1:00 PM  MT- 3:00 PM EST) For 60 Minutes Learn how to battle the top time-stealers and take control of your office once-and-for-all with expert advice from productivity consultant and coach Stephanie LH Calahan Mark Your Calendar and Sign Up Today! Part of the Calahan Solutions, Inc.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 20, 2015

Here are 10 random tips I’ve culled over the years on how to be a better assistant. This will likely cut down on a lot of basic questions like the what the fax number is or your boss’ parking spot number. Use your cell phone alarm Chances are, you use your calendar to remind you about meetings and any important events.

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Loosely Speaking

MARCH 17, 2009

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 18, 2009 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Loosely Speaking is about how to fuel-inject your entrepreneurial self by living a rollicking, well-rounded life. Don’t miss it. You can take a test-drive, too. Coming in April, our topic will be, Branding for Future Success – What is your Brand ?

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 28, 2008

Since Outlook only allows for one time zone to be added to the persons calendar , this makes it a little difficult. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 16, 2010

  One of his frustrations was figuring out how to balance all of the important tasks that he had on his plate.   One of his frustrations was figuring out how to balance all of the important tasks that he had on his plate. family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665

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Success

APRIL 25, 2024

I have a calendar full of the total time I’ve moved each month on my desk. Gen Z might even think making a phone call is like someone asking them to use a fax machine. Kate Winick, former editor and former senior director of social media at Peloton, shares more examples of how to try it on LinkedIn. I walked again.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Try This Instead Favorite Planning/Calendar Tool - Readers Speak Out You Can Make a Difference in YOUR Productivity in 7 Minutes! family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665 Do You Hate Your To-Do List? Part of the Calahan Solutions, Inc.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

Fax Blasts I remember someone from my IAAP Chapter asked me to fax the notice of our Chapter dinner to a list of about 60 companies to promote it. I dont know about you, but when I get these "flyer" type faxes, they go immediately in the recycle bin. Minute taking made easier. Dealing in real time. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Success

MARCH 31, 2023

Spanx: From concept to creation The idea for Spanx came about in 1998, when Blakely—who was selling fax machines door to door in Florida—wanted to eliminate panty lines showing through her cream-colored slacks. I quit my day job selling fax machines on Oct. The story of her success is remarkable. I was on her show in November.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 10, 2010

He knows how to eliminate frustration, lack of progress, and that downward spiral into overwhelm. He can show you how to make it a thing of the past, once and for all. You will discover how to get more done in less time without anxiety and frustration.   (FTC note: we do not make any money off of the sale of his book.) 

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 2, 2010

How to deal with it: If you work with someone who does not like to share information or it seems as you are left in the dark, ask questions. How to deal with it: These types of managers believe in facts and statistics. How to deal with it: Provide written materials and information about the training or workshop you wish to attend.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Work With Stephanie « Favorite Planning/Calendar Tool - Readers Speak Out | Main | Can You Define Social Media Clutter? " » "Clean up the Clutter on Your Facebook Newsfeed" » "How to Waste Time and Lose Money Networking" » "Automated Delegation - Good or Bad? It depends on how you implement."

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 13, 2009

McKay and Davis to find out the different listening barriers and how to overcome them. Organization Skills Filing correspondence, organizing a meeting, keeping your bosses calendar, and maintaining your office area are viable skills that all office professionals need to master. Along with good communication comes listening skills.

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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

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Look Ahead I have found that in order to save time, the last thing I do at night is to "look ahead" By look ahead, I mean that I check my calendar and tickler file for what I have scheduled tomorrow. family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665

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Administrative Arts

AUGUST 16, 2010

Managing Calendars. This includes clearing jams from copy and fax machines; ordering toner, ink and other supplies; and being the contact person for machine repairs. How To Really Be on Top of Things as an Administrative Assistant. Greeting Clients and Visitors. Creating and Modifying Documents. Managing Office Machinery.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

Organization means implementing an appropriate filing system (electronically and paper) and utilizing your task lists and calendar effectively so that you can locate items quickly when needed which increases productivity. If you can’t take a class, learn how to complete a new task or project at work.

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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.  Not sure how to develop a strategy that will work for your situation?  family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

How do you intend to build the business? If you are not sure how to answer these questions, begin by writing down what you don’t want!   Consider how you will feel.    For ideas on how to get started building your reference system, see effective physical "finding" system.   Write it out. 

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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.    It is important to learn how to manage your time effectively and get organized so that you can focus on the most important things in your life.    Avoid backlog. 

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 27, 2009

I remember throughout the first week that I was there, when I asked a question on how to do something, someone would say, "its in the manual, did you not read it?" I think people forget how overwhelming everything can be when you start a new job. I basically know how to answer the phones and take messages. It is overwhelming.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

I gave at the office Calendar "ah ha" Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog What ever happened to the "us" in Service? In my experience I have found that providing administrative support is whatever is needed to support your boss and make the office function efficiently. Minute taking made easier. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Decide now what you would like to accomplish in the next year, then plan some uninterrupted time in your calendar to work toward these goals.   [Steph Says: Check out these posts if you want more on how to avoid interruptions. family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 10, 2010

As ideas fall into place by category, I can begin to see how to prioritize and keep track of items daily. Short-Sightedness Leads To Peace Of Mind When you find yourself paralyzed and not sure how to proceed - stop, think and take one step. Utilize your calendar to schedule tasks. In the calendar. Grocery shopping?

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Men With Pens

JUNE 13, 2010

Dean: I start out with a little housecleaning, meaning I answer emails, approve blog comments, and check my calendar for meetings or tasks for the day. Sending copy by fax or FedEx. I don’t know how anyone got anything done without a computer and email. Well, I don’t have to. Getting corrections by mail.

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