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Playing nice in the sandbox

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 5 June, 2010 Playing nice in the sandbox When I was younger I had a bicycle with a chain that would skip a link after about ten pedals and then it would fall off. Some people dont play well in a team and can be like that link in the chain that keeps skipping. Good team play can be contagious.

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10 Things = Frustration

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 10 Things = Frustration When one team member doesn’t want to play. The switchboard can get so busy at times that its just not possible to introduce every call that comes through (except, of course, for those calling for the big bosses). Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Warning! Warning! Incoming text message.

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 August, 2009 Warning! Sometimes I wish I had something to warn me when I am with someone with a cell phone so I can know that we are going to be interrupted. I find it frustrating when people either text while in a conversation or are constantly taking phone calls. Incoming text message.

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When taking initiative isn't the best thing.

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 1 May, 2009 When taking initiative isnt the best thing. I like working with someone who has initiative, wants to do a good job and is keen to contribute to the team, but is there a time when initiative is not a good thing? Lets enjoy our day together.© 411 Look Up 411.ca 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Keeping focussed in a busy environment

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 17 April, 2010 Keeping focussed in a busy environment There are so many distractions in the office -- the telephone, your co-workers, email and your boss! Prioritize the tasks you need to do for the day/week/month and then do them one item at a time. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 February, 2010 Minute taking made easier. The team members were pleased with the work and it was agreed that the Finance Director should pay the invoice from the Recreation Account. Being part of the team I am a valuable member of the team I take minutes for. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Admin Buddies

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 March, 2010 Admin Buddies I like to have someone at work that I can buddy with. It can also improve team work and general office dynamics. Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! 23, 1 p.m. (for