Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 4, 2008

It will definitely help you and your business. These will inflate you stats and wont show a true indication of what your site really has to offer. Talk to you IT department and see if they can help you with getting a trial copy of the software. Hopefully, your boss will notice that you are taking a proactive approach in your job.

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DECEMBER 28, 2007

If I find a really great or juicy story, I will definitely post it on here. I realized that blogging is great, but you have to try to have a life outside of the computer world as well. I will try to write posts when my time permits. Wireless internet providers provide internet access without attaching cables and wires to your system.

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2008

I know that you might have a large workload to deal with, but this will definitely help. The best way to deal with stressful situations like this is to stop, take a breath and relax for a few minutes. Once you get your body to relax for a bit, your focus will be much more productive on what you have to accomplish.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 10, 2008

Flu season can definitely be debilitating to your health. Did your co-worker, significant other or a client give you a surprise by coughing and sneezing around you? Dont you wish you could be where they are (to the left) instead? It happens each and every year, even if you end up getting the flu shot.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2007

This definitely saves you time and money, so that you can focus on doing whats most important to your business - making money. Outsourcing has been around for quite some time now and I will discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of it.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 15, 2008

Work is work, which can definitely be fulfilling, which I have to admit, is great in my life. You feel that your work life is in place and need to find some balance in other parts of your life? Up until recently, I too felt this way. There is life outside of the office, but of course, you need to go to work to get your bread and butter.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JULY 20, 2009

Well, keep in mind that if you keep doing this on a regular basis, it will definitely become a big deal. You think to yourself, "Its just one bag of chips" or "Its just one chocolate bar" and no harm done. I lost about 30 lbs. in about 6 months because I changed my lifestyle.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 7, 2008

It definitely works! Until next time, Take care - of your clutter! 4comments for this post Regina Thanks for posting the "trying to phone/fax internationally" issue. That website really saved me a lot of trouble. Posted on 28 July, 2008 12:02 PM The Professional Assistant Hi Regina, Youre most welcome! Glad to hear that its a time saver.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

Being a male administrative assistant has its ups and downs, but the ride is definitely exiting and fulfilling. I will definitely check out your blog as well for more ideas. I had to prove to them that I was just as good as anyone, and I have been successful in my career. To subscribe to AAU: carswell.customerrelations@thomson.com.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 3, 2008

This will definitely make a difference to whether this should be an approach to take. Many companies these days have specific rules against importing outside mail into their Exchange system, not only for security and confidentiality reasons, but also because of document retention issues. Thanks again for the comment.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2007

Follow these 5 easy steps and over time, your boss will notice that they have made a definitely wise decision to hire you on. Make sure to follow up on your commitments. Only take on commitments that you feel you can handle. Then they will feel good about themselves and you might just get that promotion or raise after all.

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2008

If the e-mails are quite lengthy, this can definitely help.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 15, 2009

Here is some common-sense etiquette: Screen your calls: Subscribe to call display. There is a good purpose for them and they are definitely useful in a business setting. However, I think our etiquette hasnt caught up with the technology. I usually snap my fingers and say "Hey, over here!" We joke about it, but it is distracting.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 19, 2009

It has always amazed me however that once someone becomes a President they start being referred to by their last name by the media and people in general. What is the proper etiquette when addressing or writing to a President? Here is a video link on the proper etiquette to address a President. Why do we not use their full name?

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On The Job

MAY 21, 2009

Take an etiquette class. Many universities or even local business groups will offer etiquette classes, which many college kids dont even consider until theyre seniors and realize their manners border on the ape-like. Still, I know that internships definitely help, especially if you want to work for that employer upon graduation.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 5, 2008

This definitely will help quite a bit. This saves a bunch of time if you have to do a function several times and there isnt a keyboard short cut. Great Blog and I look forward to hearing more great tips Maura, Calgary Posted on 5 March, 2008 9:11 AM The Professional Assistant Hi Maura, Thanks for the tip.

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Service Untitled

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

Home About Service Untitled Subscribe for Free Consulting Contact Archives Customer Escalations and You Douglas November 06, 2009 Behind the Scenes , Customer Service 1 Comment Many customer service managers (especially in small to mid-size businesses) spend quite a bit of time handling something I always refer to as “escalations&#.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 22, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:13 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , etiquette for addressing officials , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Carol Bory said. Another helpful site I refer to for protocol on addressing officials is www.formsofaddress.info. February 23, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Thanks Carol. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 8, 2009

I dont mind being referred to as someones assistant. My current boss always refers to me as his colleague, both to those within our company and to external contacts when referring them to me. I tend to use the term boss when I refer to my employer. My all-time favourite however is colleague. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 9, 2010

Like you, I list the new assistant as not only a contact but a definite resource for future references. As you previously stated, this is a great way to not only meet new people but you can expand your list of contacts to include the new assistant. I have found this practice to pay off big just when you need it! 23, 1 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

Coming from a legal background, we were always taught if you are using an acronym or initialism in writing, on the first use you should spell it out and then put the acronym in brackets, which makes a lot of sense and saves a lot of head scratching and searching the document to figure out what the person is referring to. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

With references like these how can I lose? .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 July, 2009 Monty Python Officeland One of my former bosses said working with me was like being in a Monty Python movie. My current boss says we get along like a house on fire. Its not that Im funny, because Im not, but I find a lot of things funny.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

That definitely can be a challenge. .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 10 October, 2008 Working for the Disorganized. I was recently reminded by a reader of what it can be like to work for someone who is completely disorganized. In all my career I have only worked for one person who fit this description. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

It will definitely be added to My Favourites on the side bar of the blog under Spelling. This time I came up with a site called Karens Linguistics Issues. It gives the proper spelling for British, Canadian and American words and is very user friendly. By the way, behaviourial is spelled this way in Canada. 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

If I am told that I should have it in the next few weeks, or can expect to receive it in a couple of months, that doesn’t really help me with my follow up as it is not a definite date. I can only guess when I might get it. I would prefer they say you will have it by March 4th. That I can track. Dates are important. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

If you do have to leave, dont forget to ask for a reference letter. My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone. A good reference can go a long way towards getting your next job. I read an interesting article on what management can do to prevent lay offs. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

I am hooked already and this will definitely go into my Favourites under 411 Look up as well as on speed dial on my cell, home and work phone. I chose details and was given the street address and phone number and I still had the option of having my call put through to the store number. Oh yeah, did I mention, its free.Try it, youll like it!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 8, 2009

Yes, yes and yes, but I would definitely recommend college or business school as it gives you the edge. I know many sort of "fall" into this profession, but are there people out there who CHOOSE to go into this field? Thanks-in-advance! April 09, 2009 Patricia Robb said. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 27, 2008

Some things I will definitely do before I leave is turn my Out of Office Assistant on in my e-mail account. Oh dear, I even hate to think about that.but checking ahead of time will eliminate a lot of clutter when I return to the office. If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 31, 2009

With references like these how can I lose? Definitely not like the CSI shows of today. I felt if we were prepared and equipped to do our jobs, it could seem like we were laughing all the way to work.but I also like to have fun at work too. My current boss says we get along like a house on fire. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

Your point about confirming the supervisor's definition of administrative support is so important! please continue to give us such great tips, i am allays very happy to read them and they help me a lot in my job! Thank you, October 14, 2009 Foley-In-Charge said. Be sure to ask before you take the job. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

When you are away from the office you should always turn your out-of-office assistant on and refer people to someone else who can help. If you are not in, please let your callers know that and refer them to someone else who can help them in your absence. The same can be said for voicemail. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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