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Shaping Sara Blakely: Meet the Billionaire Founder of Spanx

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She even signed up for a fear-of-flying seminar to help calm her nerves, but she missed so many classes because of her schedule and constant traveling that her instructor told her, “I don’t know if I should be mad at you or proud of you, but you’re never here because you’re always on a plane.” I quit my day job selling fax machines on Oct.

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Managing the Micromanager

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Monday, August 24, 2009 Managing the Micromanager The job description did not include managing a micromanager. Some managers feel that they would do the project themselves just so they know it will get done their way. If others are involved in the project, cc your manager on emails so that they are kept in the "loop."

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Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System

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Poor Management System Do you feel as though your company does not value you as an employee? Does it seem like management does not support its employees by not offering incentives for growth and professional development? Showing resistance or negativity will make your job harder and ultimately upper management will see it.

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A Day in the Life of an Admin

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These responsibilities require an individual who is proficient in computer software programs, communication skills, negotiation, time management, and organizational skills- to name a few. Attend seminars and conferences, subscribe to professional publications, get or become a mentor, and take classes (i.e. computer software).

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Increase Productivity with Keyboard Shortcuts

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Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Worklife Line Chat Every Monday at 7 p.m CST Need some motivating, inspiration, or answers?

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Communication Case #2 - the Mind Reader

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Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Communication Case #2 - the Mind Reader More Adventures of the Pseudo-Listening Manager In this weeks episode of the Pseudo-Listening manager, Stanley Partial, is experiencing his clairvoyant capabilities - mind reading. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Lets grow together!

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Abusing Work Hours

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Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Worklife Line Chat Every Monday at 7 p.m CST Need some motivating, inspiration, or answers?

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