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Thinking Outside the Job Description Box

Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 20, 2008

Today’s assistants are computer savvy, smart and up-and-coming, and consider themselves professionals in the workplace. They each took the initiative to get appropriate training and education to better equip them in the areas they were interested in.

2008

2008 2007 Cubicle Google Docs

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October 15th, Blog Action Day: Poverty

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 14, 2008

I previously wrote an article on Charities in the Workplace and have seen an increase in the participation in charities at offices I have worked in. One office I worked in together sponsored a child as a workplace charity project. We all participated by writing to our sponsored child and contributed money towards supporting her.

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Just a secretary.

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

There are many teachers in my extended family and it seemed like something I could do well, but our family did not have any money to further my education and I became a secretary instead. My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career.

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Getting your foot in the door.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

She saw the importance of this training to help her daughter know the workings of an office from the bottom up and the office benefitted from her educational training. The administrative position can be a springboard for a management position if you want to go in that direction and have the right educational background.

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We don't know what we don't know

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

I have always been a believer in sharing ideas and have received my best education from other assistants. My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Here are some ways I have found can help: The web is a wonderful tool for sharing. (for

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

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Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her.

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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Spring cleaning on the blog

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

I have also combined all the tutorials, training and other education-related links under the title Training. My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S.

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What ever happened to the "us" in Service?

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

It's up to us to educate them on the benefits of an assistant. My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. That's a great point, Patricia. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S.

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When you suspect a co-worker has a substance abuse problem.

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 6, 2009

One of the biggest issues surrounding substance abuse in the workplace are the lies required to keep up the front that everything is ok. link] Posted by Patricia Robb at 7:49 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , alcohol , professional assistant , workplace Reactions: 1 comments: Foley-In-Charge said. This is one way to snag folks.

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Go with your gut feeling!

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Administrative Professionals

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When your boss arranges meetings behind your back.

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 5, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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Admin Buddies

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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Different spellings: British, Canadian and American

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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That is not in my job description.

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

Her office encouraged her when they saw her knack for numbers and she pursued further education and is now a junior accountant. Very educative!! My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. very informative entry! I just love your article!!

Time Zones IAAP 2009 International

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We did it Canada!

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

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Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint?

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

PowerPoint Time Zones IAAP 2010

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Taking the time to acknowledge someone and say thanks.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

The art of saying thank you can sometimes get lost in our busyness, but here are some examples of times it would be nice to send a card from work: To thank presenters who speak at your workplace. My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career.

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

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Dealing in real time.

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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When your voicemail goes awry.

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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I gave at the office

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 23, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP AT&T 2010

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We have a winner!

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

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Contest!

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 9, 2008

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

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A twelve step program to survive as an Admin

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

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Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

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

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 22, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Holidays Meeting Minutes

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Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgate, 2010 Stevie.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

2010

2010 Interviewing Time Zones IAAP

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Taking stock

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Holidays International

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A funny thing happened on the way to the office.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 27, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Holidays Meeting Minutes

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Colour Coding Works.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 23, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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Playing nice in the sandbox

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 4, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

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Whose meeting is it anyway?

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 16, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Agenda

Agenda Time Zones International IAAP

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Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 9, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

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When taking initiative isn't the best thing.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

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Are you prepared?

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 13, 2010

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

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How to get Office fat fast.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 21, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

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

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 22, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

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Housecleaning in Word 2007: Customizing your Dictionary

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

2007

2007 Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes

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Training On-line

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Training Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes

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Happy New Year! Now don't forget to put the correct year on your.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 1, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones 2009 IAAP 2008

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Do you like what you do?

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Time Zones IAAP Interviewing Holidays

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The Little Engine That Could.

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

Self Esteem Time Zones IAAP International

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Preparing your boss for meetings away from the office or at home

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

My opinions are based on experience, education, trial and error and blunders and bloopers made throughout my life and career. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine." I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice.

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