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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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Getting your systems in order will provide organization and clarity for you to efficiently and effortlessly run your business. There are seven buckets of essential systems most businesses need to have in place to facilitate growth. Email, Calendar, Task Management, Document Management, Password Database.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Getting your systems in order will provide organization and clarity for you to efficiently and effortlessly run your business. There are seven buckets of essential systems most businesses need to have in place to facilitate growth. Email, Calendar, Task Management, Document Management, Password Database.

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Tips From T. Marie

JUNE 14, 2023

With a never-ending to-do list and the constant juggling act of managing her home business, she longed for a solution to reclaim her time and sanity. Ok, my little story above might be a bit over the top, but the truth is using a time management technique like this can be a game changer for your home 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. That is unless you’ve yet to upgrade to a project management app, in which case you’re still stuck with the hassles of managing projects across multiple locations.

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Success

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

But several free ChatGPT alternatives provide better solutions for your business marketing, sales, ideation, revision and client relationship management (CRM) needs. Simply tell Writesonic your role and provide the details of your project. offers an entire operating system suited to direct sales. will write blogs and emails.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

They feel they have been managing calendars or planning meetings forever so why pay attention. For 28 years, I have been teaching assistants to pay attention to the fundamentals such as meeting planning, travel planning, calendar maintenance, organizational skills, follow-up systems, time management, and communications.

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Jen Lawrence

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In the fall of 2022, Harvard Business Review published the results of a case study done with the task-management company Asana. The method: clear the calendar. I ran my own experiment of resetting my work in three areas: my task list, calendar, and workflows. Next up came the reminders and holds on my calendar.

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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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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

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

APRIL 28, 2016

Let me share a secret with you that many successful online solopreneurs already know — you have to learn how to “manage” your business before you can “market” your business. Do you find projects/clients are falling through the cracks? With Your FREE Online Business & Marketing Systems Checklist.

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Office Organization Success

APRIL 14, 2016

Access your 15-point List Building SYSTEMS CHECKLIST . So with all of these different content marketing avenues available to you, you need a way to track and manage your content marketing i.e. you need a Content Marketing System! Better yet, have your Virtual Assistant manage this for you. It educates your audience.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 28, 2015

While the role of a PA or EA is constantly evolving, diary management continues to be a fundamental task. PAs spend at least a third of their time managing diaries, so it’s essential that you’ve mastered this aspect of your job. Own the calendar. Diary management is a balancing act – so be cautious when adding in anything new.

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Worxbee

MAY 18, 2023

As a savvy and forward-thinking business owner, it is crucial to equip yourself with the top virtual leadership skills necessary to successfully manage teams from a distance. We will delve into the seven essential virtual leadership skills that every manager should cultivate to thrive in the virtual work environment.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Managing files can be overwhelming and let’s be honest… boring for some. Remember, an effective file management system boosts the overall efficiency of a company’s operations. With that, I’m going to share tips on how you can manage your files effectively. By project? ” Would you look for it….

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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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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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Productivityist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

But even the most productive and enthusiastic individuals, teams, and corporations require careful management, planning, and collaboration. Many apps are also available as desktop or web programs for Linux and Windows operating systems. Calendar – Integration with Others. Systems: Web Browsers.

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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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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 19, 2021

January kicks off a new calendar year, but also a fresh fiscal year for many organizations. This means new budgets, updated plans for projects, and goals for the year. Inventory Management. Evaluate what needs to be improved and how you can upgrade it.

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Jen Lawrence

JULY 20, 2020

We google “best task management tools” and pick the one with the best reviews. We load in all our tasks, get all the labels/tags figured out, maybe link it to our digital calendars. Except, two weeks later, we have a rush of work, and life gets a little hectic, and that task management tool… ugh!

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Office Organization Success

APRIL 27, 2013

They are also a great tool to help you manage your time effectively. Effective time management is crucial for developing and growing your business, as well as income generating activities. Below are my top 3 tips for effective time management using spreadsheets. This system works well for me! Plan Projects and Activities.

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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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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 25, 2012

This extra work or activity can quickly take over your systems and threaten to overwhelm you. Don’t look at the entire project, you may never get started. When managing multiple projects or actions, you need to know which are the most important (not necessarily urgent) and work on them first. Maintain your systems.

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

How do we manage the chaos? Properly using filters and rules can make magical things happen in your inbox like sorting emails by project or client or tagging specific messages as a low priority. And the best way to handle tasks is to schedule time on your calendar to ensure you have properly set aside time to do the work.

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

How do we manage the chaos? Properly using filters and rules can make magical things happen in your inbox like sorting emails by project or client or tagging specific messages as a low priority. And the best way to handle tasks is to schedule time on your calendar to ensure you have properly set aside time to do the work.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 27, 2015

Ideally the list should be on the same email system that you use to manage their inbox and schedule (Microsoft Outlook for example). Here are my top ten do’s and don’ts for managing your boss’s task list: Do complete as many tasks, on their behalf, as you can.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 30, 2012

Everybody faces challenges in managing certain aspects of their lives. This self-management checklist can be applied to any area of your life where you need to gain some control. Work with specific times; whether it’s a deadline for a one-off project or regular times for on-going behaviour. Review and rework your system.

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Placing Mental-Physical Health at the Core Since the pandemic began, health has taken a higher priority, including using time previously spent commuting on eating healthier, spending more time outside, and exercising — which can all lead to a stronger immunity system and better health.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

AUGUST 7, 2014

That got me to thinking about the importance of managing your time and workflow, especially as a small business owner or entrepreneur who typically works alone. Let’s look at a few key ideas for managing your time and workflow so you can get more done, in less time, and save your sanity along the way. Implement boundaries. Guess what?

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 31, 2012

Everybody faces challenges in managing certain aspects of their lives. This self-management checklist can be applied to any area of your life where you need to gain some control. Work with specific times; whether it’s a deadline for a one-off project or regular times for on-going behaviour. Review and rework your system.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

JULY 18, 2013

That got me to thinking about the importance of managing your time and workflow, especially as a small business owner or entrepreneur who typically works alone. Let’s look at a few key ideas for managing your time and workflow so you can get more done, in less time, and save your sanity along the way. Implement boundaries. Guess what?

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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 8, 2022

Simply put, bookending means you check in with your task management systems at the beginning and end of your day. Your task management system could be a physical planner, digital calendar, or wall of post-it notes. This keeps your system up to date and keeps you focused on your true priorities. Try ClickUp!

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Hire an accountant, bookkeeper, and/or tax professional to help you manage the money. Bringing in a virtual assistant (VA) and an online business manager (OBM) will change the day-to-day efficiency of your business. A VA can help you with tasks like calendar and inbox management. Financial Team. Legal Team.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Hire an accountant, bookkeeper, and/or tax professional to help you manage the money. Bringing in a virtual assistant (VA) and an online business manager (OBM) will change the day-to-day efficiency of your business. A VA can help you with tasks like calendar and inbox management. Financial Team. Legal Team.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

That got me to thinking about the importance of managing your time and workflow, especially as a small business owner or entrepreneur who typically works alone. Let’s look at a few key ideas for managing your time and workflow so you can get more done, in less time, and save your sanity along the way. Implement boundaries. Guess what?

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