Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Last week I wrote about performance reviews and although I’m still not sure that the majority of performance reviews are all that helpful, especially for assistants. Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? I do think that objective setting is really important. I’m going to do this too!

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Last week I wrote about performance reviews and although I’m still not sure that the majority of performance reviews are all that helpful, especially for assistants. Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? I do think that objective setting is really important. I’m going to do this too!

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Last week I wrote about performance reviews and although I’m still not sure that the majority of performance reviews are all that helpful, especially for assistants. Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? I do think that objective setting is really important. I’m going to do this too!

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Jen Lawrence

JANUARY 11, 2021

Take the time to review and provide thoughtful customization – and ensure you’re meeting the needs of the client first and foremost. . Does your calendar scheduler effortlessly distinguish between travel arrangements and regular phone calls when deciding when you’re available? Removal of Human Filter.

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Jen Lawrence

JANUARY 11, 2021

Take the time to review and provide thoughtful customization – and ensure you’re meeting the needs of the client first and foremost. . Does your calendar scheduler effortlessly distinguish between travel arrangements and regular phone calls when deciding when you’re available? Removal of Human Filter.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Here are some of my favourites: Great Apps: Travel. This app is slightly expensive but worth paying for if your manager travels a lot. Although I still do print everything off this is a great app to have on your phone so you can check details on the go. It is also handy for when your manager is travelling.

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 23, 2013

In theory, electronic tools are always in your pocket or just a click away—whether on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Things I had input on my phone wouldn’t show up on my computer and vice versa. It’s a Franklin Covey binder with the following elements: Month-at-a-glance calendar sheets (on 2 pages). More clicking.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 17, 2010

Review the weekly list daily, and as priorities shift, simply slide the cells higher and lower on the list. Immediately add that task to your digital calendar or task list, and set a reminder on your calendar closer to the due date.     * Master calendars.     * Index cards.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 4, 2009

Work With Stephanie « The Great Calendar Debate - Paper or Electronic - 21 Experts Weigh In | Main | Want a Paper Planner for 2010? Check out these Great Reviews by @JanetBarclay » Be Smart About Using the Telephone How much time do you lose playing "phone tag?"  I

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Productivityist

AUGUST 30, 2012

Productivityist.com by Mike Vardy Start Here Archives Store Contact Postbox: A Powerful Cross-Platform Email Client [Review] Posted on 08/30/2012 // 8 Comments It turns out that when I decided to search for a new e-mail app of choice , that Postbox won out. In my job I travel and take my laptop, and with that I use a WIFI modem.

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Melissa Peoples

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Initially, I did receive a few responses, asking me to provide video-pre-screens [not my favorite thing to do, I'm discovering] or to participate in phone pre-screens, which I giddily did, with zero results. I have also participated in several fruitful phone screens, and I have an onsite interview scheduled in the coming days.

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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. Enter it in calendar. Meeting with Mr. Brown and Ms. If your boss calls the meeting. Dealing in real time.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 11, 2016

A few weeks ago I asked you to send in your best travel tips – and well loads of you did! Here are your business travel tips… Travel Apps . Sign yourself and your boss up for “Tripit Pro” travel App. Automated trip sharing ability – great for group/team travel. Outlook Calendar .

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Andrea Kalli

MARCH 26, 2010

I convinced him that this is the perfect time to document his story, his preparation, and his biking adventure through a blog, social media, and his mobile phone. This is his Travel log, his moblog, his mobile blogging project. He’s doesn’t have a super-fancy, whama-jama mobile phone, just a $20 Nokia.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 20, 2010

.  What You Do  Rather than starting at the top of your list and working your way down, take a few minutes and review the entire list.    You may have categories like, phone calls, finances, networking, paper work, or creative activities.   Then pick the items that are similar and group them together. 

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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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Loosely Speaking

DECEMBER 22, 2009

Professionally, it’s time to review your skills and make upgrades to your professional toolbox. Do you struggle when you get a potential client on the phone, knowing how to keep control of the conversation, and turn them from potential into paying? (PS: Personally, it may be your work out routine that needs some recommitment.

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Productivityist

JULY 11, 2012

Productivityist.com by Mike Vardy Start Here Archives Store Contact Reaction Time is a Factor Posted on 07/11/2012 // Leave a Comment I’m still in travel mode, so I’m still offering guest posts over the next couple of weeks on a regular basis. Despite driving so fast, I was only saving a few minutes of travel time.

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Loosely Speaking

JULY 10, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Roundup #5 Prescott Style Friday, July 10, 2009 at 2:26 pm // By: ktcosmos // Category: Virtual Assistant Resources A recent meeting with local VA bud Tara Fort , owner of Versatility4u.com , generated a list of resources you may want to review. Get Loosely Speaking Products.

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Small Business Labs

JULY 1, 2010

Executives found it particularly difficult because, all of a sudden, their calendar was clear after years of jam-packed meetings and social events. No one was interested in having lunch with them any longer - the phone was silent! If we mention a product or service that we received for free or other considerations, we will note it.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

I arrange quite a few events and have realized the importance of reading and reviewing the contracts carefully, highlighting key dates. When I reviewed the invoice I noticed there was a guest on our bill who wasnt in our party so that amount got taken off. Once the invoice arrives you should check to make sure everything is accurate.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 10, 2010

And you’ll see even more reviews from other outstanding business leaders here: www.MasterYourWorkday.com in Books & Info Products | Permalink Reblog (0) | TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference What if You’re Working Harder Than You Need to Be?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 13, 2011

" That is what I heard from her as we were talking on the phone.  You can easily track personal and business finances, quickly see the profit/loss of the business, create invoices, review financial reports, import data AND easily transfer information to Turbo Tax (another program I'd recommend!)   OK! 

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Before I left I went over my checklists a few times to make sure I had everything and it was stress free each day as I reviewed the lists and checked off the items to bring. Did I phone to get my electricity turned on? I also made templates for the minutes of the various meetings and those were wonderful to have. Dealing in real time.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

If he is travelling, I send it by e-mail, but it has been my experience that I will get better results with a face-to-face meeting. Sometimes e-mail is not the best way to communicate and it needs to be followed up by a phone call or face-to-face short meeting. MAIL LOG: Keep a log of mail that comes in and goes out.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

Review these steps regularly and practice them in your day-to-day work life. I gave at the office Calendar "ah ha" Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog What ever happened to the "us" in Service? If you have treated anyone unfairly, take the time to apologize and try to make things right. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

Another time I wanted to try a career in the travel business. I make travel arrangements, do desktop publishing (well, I usually get my sister to help me), organize events and now I am even going to be speaking at an Admin event in April (which I will pretend is sort of like teaching).Yes, Minute taking made easier. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 13, 2010

The night before I go to a Board meeting, I review all my templates, agendas, binder, attendance sheets and everything I am going to need or might need. I gave at the office Calendar "ah ha" Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog What ever happened to the "us" in Service? no tickets. Do I have everything?

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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.  Network with Stephanie or Connect with Your Smart Phone Become a Fan Follow this blog Categories News & Updates! .  Read, sort and process your email and snail mail daily. 

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Loosely Speaking

AUGUST 6, 2009

Location: Candy and Doreen will be joining us from remote locations and the session will be accessible by either long distance phone and/or computer, headset and wifi connection. Participants will either use a conference call or other online meeting room to attend, so computer and/or phone access will be necessary.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 13, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 2:58 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , evaluation , performance appraisal , performance review , professional assistant , raise Reactions: 4comments: Maura said. However now with the economic times I think travel will be a no go for some time yet. Maybe the performance appraisal wont be so bad after all.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 29, 2009

If there are any deadlines or appointments, put them in your boss’s calendar or task list with appropriate reminders. I gave at the office Calendar "ah ha" Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog What ever happened to the "us" in Service? Minute taking made easier. Dealing in real time. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Productivityist

FEBRUARY 14, 2014

Fantastical: Even though I manage to use my calendar more sparingly than some, when I do need access to it I call on Fantastical. The natural language component is a big deal for me, and it''s had it far longer than the native iOS calendar app. Travel: Tripit , Perfect Weather, SkyMotion, Google Maps, Maps, Uber.

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All Things Admin

JULY 27, 2022

It led me to create one of my favorite checklists ever – a four page travel planning checklist that I still use to this day. Turn off forwarding on phones. Check/review calendars for today: (executive’s name). Review in-tray Items that came over the weekend. Check voice messages. Log into PC. Read emails.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 8, 2010

Google Notebooks can be accessed from any computer as well as from mobile phones and it can also be shared between friends. Use email, instant messaging and your mobile phone to submit your notes or you can clip content from the web with the browser toolbar. Includes a calendar and to-do-list to keep you organized and on-task.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 6, 2013

I can only say I am pretty certain how talented and qualified you are since I don’t know your previous experience, how long you’ve been in this role, and how your performance reviews are. EA work is typically admin work - phones, travels, calendars, expense reports, mtgs/luncheons, etc. So I think you are on a good path.

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BMT Office Administration

MAY 9, 2024

Tax Regulations E-filing corporate and partnership returns S corps, C corps, and partnerships with at least 100 partners must e-file their income tax returns if required to file at least ten returns of any type during the calendar year ending with or within the entity’s taxable year. The IRS e-help desk phone number is 866-255-0654.

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