BMT Office Administration

APRIL 4, 2022

A lengthy commute in traffic can add a lot of time and stress to someone’s workday and speed up burnout. You want to allow employees to work in their preferred work environment, but some job duties will require employees to go to a physical worksite to interact with clients, co-workers, or use specialized equipment at times.

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Allwork

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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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2015

Much has changed for the executive assistant and administrative professional, and in order to thrive in this new working environment, it’s up to both to operate wisely, using savvy to make the right decision regarding the right question at the right time. How skilled are you in handling “offsite” support across time zones?

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Productivityist

JUNE 15, 2020

It can be difficult to keep your mornings consistent when traveling – especially if you’re traveling from one time zone to another and are dealing with jet-lag. The simple fact is that inconsistency, especially with how you wake up in the morning, can pile the stress onto the body. Isolate Your Work Environment.

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Productivityist

JUNE 15, 2020

It can be difficult to keep your mornings consistent when traveling – especially if you’re traveling from one time zone to another and are dealing with jet-lag. The simple fact is that inconsistency, especially with how you wake up in the morning, can pile the stress onto the body. Isolate Your Work Environment.

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Travel Health Environment Networking 52

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Before I left I went over my checklists a few times to make sure I had everything and it was stress free each day as I reviewed the lists and checked off the items to bring. The meetings were stress free and I was able to depend on my checklists and templates. It will make my life easier. ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 July, 2010 Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check and Maximize Time Management Photo from Flickr: Public Domain It’s not always about giving the boss her money’s worth – sometimes, it just feels great to know that work time is being managed well.

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Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

I sent another assistant a comical card about being stressed out at work. We work in a very busy office so it was a nice surprise for her to receive it and helped put the stress of the office in perspective. She loved it! I dont often promote any businesses from my blog, but I thought this one was worth talking about.

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Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

Minute taking definitely isnt easy, but it doesnt have to be stressful. Below are a few tips so the task is not as daunting: Filling in the blanks I take minutes on a laptop so it is easy to make a template ahead of time which is based on the agenda. Lets enjoy our day together.© ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Time Zones Agenda IAAP 2010 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Many times I am so thankful I had that quick chat or read that email that I was copied on as that was the exact information I needed when they were away. Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. Yes, it is always nice to have a work buddy.

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

How can you survive in this kind of a working environment? Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:37 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , kings and queens of the office , problems , professional assistant , royalty , stresses at work Reactions: Newer Post Older Post Home Join me for a Webinar, Sept. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

It’s considered a more family friendly environment. Trust me, it can be very stressful! Until next time, Take care - of your clutter! 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.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. When a meeting is finalized, I put the scheduling sheet in a completed file. ► February (5) We did it Canada!

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

Tools Options Preferences E-mail Options Advanced E-mail Options Unclick “Suggest names while completing To, cc and bcc…&# My life is much simply now with less stress. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back.

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Time Zones IAAP 2009 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

Humour is a powerful stress reliever if done in good taste, but timing is everything. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Its not that Im funny, because Im not, but I find a lot of things funny.

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Time Zones IAAP Holidays 2009 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

If I forgot to bring my laptop with me to a meeting out of town, that would be an almost disaster for me because I prepare my minutes ahead of time on my computer and basically all I have to do at the meeting is fill in the blanks. Another thing to put on your checklist if you are using a laptop is a memory stick.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

An interview can be as stressful on those conducting it as on the person being interviewed if the conversation does not flow. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. A firm but short handshake is all it takes.

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Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

One of the things they stressed was to hire well. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

This does increase the preparation time, but on the day of the meeting it goes very smoothly with no stress. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Agenda Time Zones IAAP Calendars 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

You will also feel more in control of the situation and less stressed. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Time Zones IAAP 2008 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

Perhaps we put a lot of the stress on ourselves because we feel that every e-mail has to be replied to immediately. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Time Zones IAAP International 2008 100

Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 6, 2008

If all else fails, you might want to start considering what type of work environment you are in. Lifes too short to stress out! Until next time, T ake care - of your clutter! You mentioned that youve spoken to your supervisor, HR, etc. Did you take it up each level all the way to the top?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

Can you fit in a creative, free flowing environment or a structured corporate environment? The amount of skill, pressure, stress, and problem solving differs at each of those levels. The kicker was, since the event was international, there was a time zone difference. Someone’s selfless time, attention, and care.

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