Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 15, 2014

When the HVAC system was installed, someone thought we might want the user manual for the system: a 400 page PDF document. We will never troubleshoot the system; we will never program the system; and we will never maintain the system. Create a record retention policy. We really didn’t need the manual.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MARCH 1, 2012

When the HVAC system was installed, someone thought we might want the user manual for the system: a 400 page PDF document. We will never troubleshoot the system; we will never program the system; and we will never maintain the system. Create a record retention policy. We really didn’t need the manual.

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Eco-Office Gals

JANUARY 9, 2013

Turning the average business into an eco-friendly enterprise that strives to do less harm through policies and practices is no easy undertaking. Even companies that start out with eco-friendly ideals are constantly seeking new ways to reduce their carbon footprint and do all they can for a greener tomorrow.

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Make or Break Moments

SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

The sales associate greeted us with a smile, a basket to gather our purchases and the knowledge that you can get a pair of earrings free with the purchase of two other pair. My daughter finally made her selections and I retrieve my checkbook only to discover that I can only write the check for up to $40 of the purchase.

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Eco-Office Gals

OCTOBER 12, 2012

But rather than allowing employees to purge periodically by dumping everything in the trash, adopt a policy of de-cluttering that involves frequent bouts of cleaning and filing, as well as encouraging employees to recycle everything they can. It can also be a turn-off for clients and other visitors. Modular storage furniture.

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www.officearrow.com

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Creating a business system or standard operating procedure (SOP) may be the right move for you. A good business system summarizes everything you know about your role in the company and how to do your job. If you have a good system, anyone who follows it will get the same result every time. Theyll be able to do your job.

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Small Business Labs

MAY 21, 2013

They are described by  Twitter  as "ordinary Tweets purchased by advertisers who want to reach a wider group of users or to spark engagement from their existing followers." " Promoted Tweets have been around for a couple of years, but Twitter limited the number of companies allowed to use them.

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BMT Office Administration

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Yet, the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 threw a wrench into this tried and true system for most companies. Beyond that, droves of companies that were inexperienced with remote work were creating monitoring policies for the first time. Before the pandemic, only 6% of employees were remote workers.

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Service Untitled

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

The input came from reporters and editors and covered shopping, travel, hospitality, and telecommunications, and identifies some good and some frowned upon shopping policies of 20 popular organizations. Their reports are not reflective of a company as a whole and were not based on specific policies. photo credit: dave416.

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The Office Professionals Place

APRIL 19, 2010

Here is some food for thought, your supervisor has duties to the company and to you as an employee and you have similar responsibilities to yourself. 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!

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 14, 2009

Good elevator speeches contain the following:  Your name and job title  The company you work for  What your company does  Your latest achievement or accolade whether personal or professional. I work for Crystal Palace a company that sells prime crystal products. Hi, my name is Kim Harwood.

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The Office Professionals Place

DECEMBER 9, 2009

Have a sub-committee for the catering/venue (if the event is not going to be held at the company), another sub-committee would be for entertainment. I know a company that has each department come up with a holiday routine as entertainment. Many companies have grab bags or an exchange of gifts during the holiday season.

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Customers Rock!

APRIL 14, 2010

We had a great discussion around listening to customers, gathering social media feedback and turning it into action inside of a company, and of course we talked about the NetPromoter score and how to use it strategically. You should know what your customers are experiencing every time they interact with your company.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 29, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 A Day in the Life of an Admin Administrative Assistants can be considered the backbone of any company. 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! Lets grow together!

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 5, 2009

At the conference, Stanley encounters a previous employee who left the company over a year ago for a managerial opportunity at another firm. While exchanging pleasantries, Stanley was really thinking that this guy left the company because he didnt like the staff and wasnt happy with the company.

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Service Untitled

MARCH 22, 2010

Home About Service Untitled Subscribe for Free Consulting Contact Archives B&H Customer Service Douglas March 22, 2010 Culture , Customer Service , Little Things, Big Differences , Specific Companies 3 Comments When I was in New York last week, I visited the famous B&H Photo Video electronics store on Manhattan’s West Side.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 27, 2011

Company Description.   There are proven systems and tools that can ensure you hire the right people, including clear job descriptions with job goals that help you attract, hire and retain quality support.    An employee policy manual and job descriptions are a great place to start. Market Analysis/Competition.

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Small Business CEO

JULY 6, 2011

One company outsourced its IT, negotiating excellent rates. Sadly, the outsourcer failed to purchase software, installing the same copy again and again. The company paid a penalty to exit the contract and had to purchase the unlicensed software, taking a serious hit to profitability. Policies and Procedures.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 13, 2009

Computer Software Technology Having the basic knowledge of the todays computer technology is essential to being a top ranking soldier in any company. This will provide a wonderful support system, you will learn and improve skills, and have opportunities for leadership roles. Need a filing system? Get the knowledge you need.

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Small Business CEO

MARCH 8, 2013

The outages also meant that some remote employees didn’t have access to their company network. “Think about this like purchasing an insurance policy,” said Trautwein. Data centers were knocked off-line , taking popular websites down with them. Cloud Computing Photo via Shutterstock.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 21, 2008

Business Telephone Systems & Phone Lines For Your Business techdepot.co.uk Forex Robot : Take Your Company Public In Less Than 10 Days? Ignoring the culture of the target- If you underestimate the importance of culture then you are likely to experience some clashes, as no two companies will ever seamlessly fit together.

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The Office Professionals Place

OCTOBER 26, 2009

Someone in our office sent an e-mail to the whole company to let everyone know that she was going to be sick the next day and wouldn't be coming in -- huh?? 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!

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Small Business CEO

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Maybe sketchy corporate employees hacking into their systems or engaging in illegal stock trading. In fact, it’s one of the scariest things that can happen to a consumer, and one of the biggest reasons people often balk from purchasing online. What comes to mind when you think of identity theft? How about fraud? You’re not alone.

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Denise Aday

APRIL 30, 2010

Donna’s gems and my take-ways (great stuff here for clients, too): You must be the CEO of your company – In other words, stop doing it all the work yourself! Systems – These are the foundation, no matter what level we’re at. Have a system for everything. Donna says that no task is too small to have a system.

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The Office Professionals Place

MAY 31, 2010

For example, in the sales industry the Pareto Principle says that 80% of a company’s sales are due to 20% of the sales staff. 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!

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Allwork

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Signage was introduced to the workspace to explain house rules to new members, and better waste management practices were brought into company cultures — an effect that snowballs as companies grow within the coworking space. It goes to show that you don’t need to purchase the latest gadget for the technology to still work.

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The Office Professionals Place

MARCH 13, 2010

In companies that have a mailroom and duplication/support services department, I find that these departments are the most neglected when it comes to recognition. Everyone within a company is a valuable asset, so let them know that they are appreciated. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 10, 2009

Forward your resume, create brief descriptions of recent projects you have completed for the company, or a CV. 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!

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Not only are you improving your skills and adding to your resume, you are making yourself more indispensable and an asset to your company or the next one. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. The other alternative to the internet is - pick up a book! When the computer is not in use put it in sleep mode.

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The Marq

DECEMBER 31, 2009

Add to that the other issues with Bluetooth, how heavy it is, the system’s full crash forcing my to do a full reset, and I was ready to trade in or just go back to my Blackberry. It helps that California insures we have 30 days to return or exchange a newly purchased phone. I was a bit frustrated. Time will tell. Stay tuned!

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Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

They will be unnamed for several reasons, but certainly one of them is due to the lasting trauma and fear over the events of May 25, 2020 when the murder of George Floyd happened in Minneapolis and brought issues of systemic racism to the forefront of American conversation. Ruth Bader Ginsburg. That rests with the experiencer.

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The Office Professionals Place

OCTOBER 19, 2009

Monday, October 19, 2009 Choose Your Method of Communication Effectively – Email, Phone, In-person, “Snail&# Mail/Memos Have you ever received an email from someone who just started at the company asking you to do something and you haven’t been introduced? Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 17, 2010

If this was a formal business dinner meeting, these minor indiscretions could cost you and your company a valuable business connection. If you practice good etiquette, not only will your guests remember you in a positive manner as a representative of your company, but the staff at the restaurant will remember you as well (good or bad!).

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

And better yet, its for a dream job in an exciting company! Though youll be prepared to answer questions, youll have plenty of your own questions to ask, based on the research youve already done about that particular company, their competitors, and industry trends. This morning the phone rang - youve got an interview!

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 2, 2010

Show them the benefits to changing or revising a procedure and explain how the company and your department will be more productive. Include how the company and your department will benefit by investing in you – their most valuable asset. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Unorganized.

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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. This will show your employer your interest in growth in the company and professional development. Reward yourself.

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

Visit Skillpath Seminars and National Seminars Training are two companies that offer affordable seminars. 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! These seminars may enlist 1-2 day training.

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