Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Attracting Productivity: Work Environments By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, September 02, 2008 Filed Under: Client Service , Job Seeking , Networking , Productivity D o you think of yourself as a productive person? The work environment is great and I have an amazing boss. Many studies have shown this.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

We share war stories over happy hours, at backyard barbecues and sometimes via an international phone call if need be. When it comes to leadership and maximizing the potential of your team, a healthy, collaborative environment is always going to be more effective than isolation or condescension. Playing Favorites.

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MARCH 17, 2022

A more recent study (2021) published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that afternoon naps improve cognition. I set daily alarms on my phone so I wouldn’t forget to sleep, or worse, make the mistake of oversleeping. I can feel the blue light from my phone threatening my sleep most nights.

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MARCH 8, 2023

Parenting skills are management skills “I came up in newsrooms and working in male-dominated environments, and every manager I had, male or female, managed by screaming,” she recalls. “It Now, however, she realizes that “the most successful entrepreneurs bring their whole selves to the job.”

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

That’s based on Musk’s belief that remote workers are “phoning it in” and only “ pretend to work.” . Work from home resulted in a 13% performance increase, due to a combination of fewer sick days, and a quieter and more convenient work environment.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Emotional intelligence refers to your capacity to handle internal and external emotions. If you’re actively listening, you’re not distracted with your phone or other tasks. It also helps you establish a calmer environment for your employees. You’re also not simply waiting to talk. They have empathy.

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The world was chaotic and our working environments mirrored that. Follow In-Person Meeting Norms You wouldn’t wander into the boardroom at work 15 minutes late while munching on a cheeseburger and talking loudly on your cell phone. As weeks became months and months became years, a new normal began to develop.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

Our role is no longer confined to typing letters, answering the phone, scheduling meetings and travel. The role of the administrative assistant requires a diverse skill set, high emotional intelligence and strong business acumen to get through the day to day environment of today’s demanding environment. By Peggy Vasquez.

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The Office Professionals Place

APRIL 22, 2015

We know it as a day to celebrate those who make an impact by assuming managerial-like responsibilities in a work environment that nowadays, require more than just a typing skill and pleasant phone etiquette. How often do you have an internal conversation with yourself? All those except administrative professionals, of course.

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Success

MARCH 9, 2022

Attitude and actions go a long way in today’s selling environment. Meyer, who began selling insurance six decades ago and rose to the top of his field in a short time, founded Success Motivation International in 1960. That’s what the pros will tell you. Don’t waste time with the old warm-ups,” he says.

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All Things Admin

MARCH 9, 2022

When I combined the information on adult ADHD with what I’ve learned in treating my generalized anxiety disorder, and my Time and Space Style Inventory (TSSI) results, it helped me create some better systems for managing my work environment for improved focus and productivity. © 2022 Julie Perrine International, LLC.

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AUGUST 26, 2022

As part of an internal research initiative centered on this topic, SmithGroup’s Workplace Practice convened panels of Gen Z employees in Detroit, Michigan and Chicago, Illinois to learn more about the personal and professional goals that drive this generation. . ” Image courtesy of SmithGroup.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

This transformative progression is electronic in achieving a more productive and cohesive work environment. Embrace Autonomy and Flexibility in Work Environments to Redefine Your Work-Life Balance and Boost Productivity. Discover the Essential Role of Managers in Hybrid Work for Creating Supportive and Engaging Work Environments.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 12, 2015

This is great news for assistants looking to change roles in 2015 – with plenty of opportunities out there and assistants can be more selective about the type of environment they want to work in. I think the biggest change for assistants is the increased use of the mobile phone when travelling. Assistant networking and events.

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Eco-Office Gals

JULY 13, 2011

Meetings and events make up a big part of business and communications, whether internal or external. Consideration and use of these technologies can add benefits not only to the financial savings, but also to the impact companies can have on the environment. Do Not Underestimate Smart Phones. Social Networking.

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Success

MAY 3, 2024

Keep these documents in the cloud and on your phone to easily access them from the road. While you’ll need your physical passport to fly home, having a photo or scan of your passport on your phone can help you when filling out paperwork or if you need to provide identification but don’t want to hand over your original documents.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 11, 2023

Purging unnecessary items gives them a sense of control over their environment. If someone needs a charging cord for a Nokia flip phone, a half used typewriter ribbon, or minutes from a budget committee meeting circa 2006, chances are good that the Saver has it. © 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC. How You Assign Value.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Exclusive, desirable and uniquely situated being 40 minutes south of Edinburgh International airport. Designed with care for the environment, The Light embraces efficiency in its lighting, insulation and temperature control. Our aim is to improve on the rates you would be quoted if you were to phone any venues yourself.

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Productivityist

JUNE 15, 2020

For internal communications team communication software like Flock , for example, can be a great solution. For clients, you might need to consider having a work phone number that they can reach when you might not be available online. Isolate Your Work Environment. Many of these are not going to be the optimal work environment.

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Productivityist

JUNE 15, 2020

For internal communications team communication software like Flock , for example, can be a great solution. For clients, you might need to consider having a work phone number that they can reach when you might not be available online. Isolate Your Work Environment. Many of these are not going to be the optimal work environment.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 23, 2014

Secretaries make coffee, administrative professionals procure international resources to motivate and empower staff. Secretaries type letters, administrative professionals facilitate company communication with national and international clients. Secretaries take memos, administrative professionals expedite inter-office communication.

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 18, 2008

I work in a back office environment, where 99% of our client interaction is via the phone, e-mail or outside of the office, so I can wear jeans and a t-shirt. However, for business casual and business dress environments, Im still a purist. That goes for men and women. No jeans, no shorts, no capris.

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JUNE 5, 2023

By blending psychology, anthropology, and sociology, Angela has been transforming workplace cultures for the past 15 years, impacting the experiences of over half a million employees at organizations like Walgreens, Beam, Centauri, and Rotary International. Frank Cottle [00:02:49] Centauri, meaning the liquor distribution company?

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All Things Admin

MAY 3, 2023

Responsive Website – This term refers to a website that adapts based on the type of device (tablet, phone, laptop, desktop) used to view it. VUCA – Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity: This term describes the rapidly changing and unpredictable business environment that many organizations face.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 16, 2022

This can include regular email updates, video meetings, phone calls, and the occasional in-person meetup. This applies of course to non-hybrid working as well, but with the added barriers of social distance in place, you will need to make a concerted effort to speak regularly with your potential and new recruits.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 15, 2009

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. Apparently not, when its by phone. In an emergency, the cell phone is a useful tool.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 16, 2023

And as much as we may resist it, without it we’d still be using rotary phones and manual typewriters. The Innovative Admin is an administrative professional who introduces, creates, or applies new or renewed ideas or methods of doing things to the office environment. Change is inevitable.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 5, 2015

I also try to have a quick catch-up with the MD either by phone or face-to-face. Then I’d get on with tasks on my to-do list (this could include things such as processing expenses, setting up meeting rooms, reorganising the office, ordering supplies, internal meetings, setting up new members of the team etc).

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Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2007

I also work in an environment where it gets a little too loud at times. By The Professional Assistant on Monday, December 31, 2007 Filed Under: Meetings , Office Gossip , Productivity A re your co-workers annoying you at work by talking to loudly? Do you wish you could take a fog horn and toot it around, just so that they would quiet down?

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

It’s considered a more family friendly environment. Small Firm: You have more of a “second home” type of feel. Your co-workers are more friendly , since you are more closely knit with each other. You get to have more one-on-one contact with your clients.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 16, 2010

Do you ever get a meeting request and an agenda has not been provided, or if it is a teleconference the call-in details have not been given or the boardroom hasnt been booked for an internal meeting? Whose responsibility is it anyway? When booking meetings ownership of the meeting has to be established. ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 21, 2014

We work in a fairly isolated environment and we need to interact with other PAs to feel like we are not alone. Take for example an assistant who has a fantastic relationship with a client’s PA, they see each other outside of work and are able to phone each other for favours. The problem is networking is really important.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Check: Are phone calls planned? For each one, write down what you hope to accomplish with the phone call to help you stay focused. It automatically updates when I use an office product, and I can manually enter stop/start times for phone calls, meetings, face to faces, etc. Doing too many things can actually waste time.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

CountryCode.org is a comprehensive guide to make phone calls from anywhere to any country in the world. We list country codes, city codes, international and national dialing codes, and other relevant country information. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? ▼ February (5) We did it Canada! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 9, 2010

I breathe a sigh of relief when I get someones assistant on the phone or receive an email from them. Knowing assistants and having a working relationship with them is very important and can make the difference when you need to set up a meeting or if your boss needs to have a quick phone call with their boss. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

Of course before I recommend anything I try it out so I picked up the phone and it asked me what I was looking for and what city and province. 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. You can use google to get similar information.

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