Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

A dialogue box will open with the basic name and e-mail address information filled in. Note : You may want to press enter on the keyboard a couple of times before putting in the signature information if you do not want the signature to appear immediately at the top of the memo. Setting up your Out of Office agent.

Keyboards 100

Keyboards Calendars Filing Email 100

Productivity Bits

MAY 12, 2011

With a comfortable full-sized keyboard, large display and clickable trackpad, all-day battery life, light weight, and built-in ability to connect to Wi-Fi and mobile broadband networks, Chromebooks are ideal for anytime, anywhere access to the web. Google Calendar. With Google Calendar you can easily manage your upcoming events.

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Google Docs Calendars Verizon Google 100

Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 19, 2012

Yes, I had got up to make the odd cup of tea or make a quick trip to the bathroom but I hadn’t been out for lunch or in any meetings that day so effectively I had been sitting in my chair at my desk for a good 8 hours. Calendar – For quick reference I have a one sheet per day calendar block on my desk. Other bits and bobs.

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Productivityist

MARCH 4, 2015

Well, just as they gave us an alternative to the Calendar application with BusyCal , those talented individuals at BusyMac have gone and cracked it again with the release of BusyContacts. Calendar information, recent emails and messages are all available to be seen and you can filter these to your liking. Currently $49.99

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Calendars Keyboards Google Email 40

Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 23, 2012

Keeping up with To Dos means getting your prioritized list in front of you. Over the years I've tried just about everything to get organized but I always ended up with more on my list of things to do then time. I use a calendar for appointments/activities, not for my to-dos.   What system or tool do you use?

Calendars 100

Calendars Keyboards AT&T Management 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

He will have a quick conversation with a staff member and set up a meeting, but not tell me anything about it. That makes it difficult when I am supposed to be organizing his calendar, but since I am responsible to organize his time and in spite of my frustration, I have to make it work. April 09, 2010 Jakob said. 23, 1 p.m.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 10, 2014

Yes to Michael Kors’ party, I want the driver to drop me off at 9:30 and pick me up at 9:45 sharp. Similarly I have a large A4 desk pad next to my keyboard for any quick notes I need to make, things to remember (like phone numbers for instance), and tasks people give me at my desk. Calendars are not just for appointments.

AT&T 100

AT&T Calendars Keyboards Email 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Secure the date and time in his or her calendar, taking into consideration travel time if outside the office. State the purpose of the meeting in the calendar appointment as well as who will be at the meeting (i.e. Follow up with the meeting organizer to request agenda and/or meeting materials, pre-reading, etc.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Calendars 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 30, 2008

New executives are computer savvy and are comfortable on a keyboard. The up and coming assistant will need to be knowledgeable and skilled in what they do and assertive in doing it. A good assistant should be able to free the executive up to pursue their expertise, not to be burdened down with the day-to-day running of an office.

Assertiveness 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

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. To generate a calendar in Word 2007, click on the Office Button (in the top left-hand corner). No surprises!

Agenda 100

Agenda Time Zones IAAP Calendars 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

  When problems came up, they were resolved efficiently so that we could get back to work.   I back up my computer using Carbonite to the cloud.   When something does not work well, I would drop my computer off at the desk and they'd fix it in a few hours and I'd be up and running again. so I thought.

2002 100

2002 Purchasing AT&T Keyboards 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

It works well when it is a co-worker who sits closest to you, but depending on how your office is set up that might not be possible. If it is a planned time off then you can meet with your buddy and give them any instructions or information they will need to handle in your absence and any contact names and numbers.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

If it is a big project I use a calendar and write down all my required to-dos on the dates I need to get them done to make my deadline. If I am told that I should have it in the next few weeks, or can expect to receive it in a couple of months, that doesn’t really help me with my follow up as it is not a definite date.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

I started this blog to share the knowledge I had picked up over the years either from other administrative assistants, my bosses or from trial and error. Bring Forward System or Using Tasks in Outlook Have a system to follow up on items your boss has asked you to do or things you know you need to do. Lets enjoy our day together.©

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International 2009 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 24, 2009

To set a recurring 9-5 meeting (as opposed to clicking all-day meeting) I dont like the all-day meeting settings as they are out of sight at the top of the calendar and easily missed. His calendar then shows blocked time and nobody misses seeing that he is away. Your bosses calendar will now show Monday to Wednesday blocked from 9-5.

2007 100

2007 Time Zones IAAP 2003 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

Another bring-forward and organizing tip my friend shared with me (that she picked up from another assistant along the way) is using two-fold folders, with inside pockets. My boss likes me to print his weekly calendar on Monday so he can see at a glance what he has for the week so I clip that to the front of the folder.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones 2008 IAAP Calendars 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Some people in the office were trying to get the remote working as we had a PowerPoint presentation coming up and were calling it things like remote thingy , remote slide clicker, wireless mouse so I finally asked, "Does anyone know what the official name for that thing is?" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

PowerPoint 100

PowerPoint Time Zones IAAP 2010 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

  Still others get completely overwhelmed with the information drowning their in-boxes on a daily basis.  Be careful not to send long rambling emails, make sure your action items are clear and concise, include deadlines and all necessary information. Thanks to Deborah Erickson, CPO of No Where But Up,Organizing 4.

Email 100

Email Management Filing Monster 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

He takes about 12 steps, squats and rejoices in his accomplishment, then he gets up and walks another 12 steps and squats again to repeat the process. Come up with a plan on how you are going to improve in the areas you identified as needing improvement. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Too much information.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

In-camera If the Chair says this part of the meeting is in-camera, take your fingers off the keyboard, or put your pen down. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones Agenda IAAP 2010 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

If that is not happening, schedule yourself in their calendar. If you do arrange to meet with them, be prepared with questions and information so they will see the benefit. You want to keep up to date on their working life and all they have to do. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Too much information.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2008 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 13, 2010

I take the bus to work and I often see people getting on a busy bus and then going through their backpack or purse looking for their bus tickets and holding up the line. I like to be prepared and I find life just works better for me at home, work and even on the bus, when I am organized and ready for whatever is coming up. no tickets.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 13, 2010

I think Tasks is one of Outlooks best-kept secrets, but it shouldnt be and is a great way to follow up on items. If I send an email to a co-worker requesting information, I immediately drag it from my Sent items to my Tasks, set a reminder to follow up and write in the Subject line "Did I get this information".

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP PowerPoint Email 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Another time I was trying to find a full-serve gas station to fill up, but there was nothing to be found. It was expensive,but when I brought it home I had to do all the work to get it up and running. He loved it and I believe ended up doing his job better because of it. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Productivityist

NOVEMBER 29, 2013

NeuYear Calendar. My analog calendar of choice. It''s taken my game to a whole new level, and anyone who gives the NeuYear Calendar a try will see that having a bird''s eye view of their year really is a game-changer. I wanted a bigger on-screen keyboard. I picked this bad boy up at Macworld and I really enjoy using it.

Gifts 40

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Too much information. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up! 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Too much information. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up! 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Gifts Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 29, 2009

I can hardly keep up with my own e-mails at times let alone someone elses account, but that is part of my job. This is particularly important given the ease in which we can share information on social networking sites. If you pay attention to what is going on in their Inbox, you will not be taken by surprise when things come up.

Management 100

Management Time Zones IAAP 2009 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 January, 2009 Housecleaning in Word 2007: Customizing your Dictionary Something you should do every once in awhile is to clean up your dictionary in Word. I have the software at home, but havent gotten the gumption up to load it yet. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

2007 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

What a blast the last two weeks have been, but I dont think I could have taken any more late nights staying up to watch the Olympics in Eastern Standard Time. We list country codes, city codes, international and national dialing codes, and other relevant country information. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

A good tip if you flub up your voicemail is to press # and it should give you prompts to get out of it. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Too much information.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 22, 2009

This government site gives you that information and more. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Too much information. Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Too much information. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up! 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes Administrative Professionals 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

By using the template I was able to accomplish everything with enough time to change, touch up my make up and hair and then off to the next event. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Too much information.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Holidays International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 22, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 23 August, 2009 Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!" A co-worker once commented that I was like a dog going after a bone when I wanted information -- she said it as a joke, but its true! So how do you word your follow-up e-mail so as not to come across as impatient? Lets enjoy our day together.©

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Holidays Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

If a conference comes up and they are looking for someone to do the registration, we can step in and do that or we can organize it from start to finish. Who better than the admins to come up with something that works. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. February 22, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Dealing in real time.

Time Zones 100

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