Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
JANUARY 8, 2013
I suggested it to the person organizing the event so I could help out and work it, but also to meet the direct reports of my CEO and the rest of the team at the headquarter office there. I think along with this question I would also like to know if you have etiquette tips about emailing with the other EA’s on the client side of things.
Professional Assistant Blog
OCTOBER 13, 2008
You can also add this macro to your toolbar or assign a keyboard shortcut by clicking on the buttons below and following the instructions. Click on either the toolbar icon that you created, the keyboard shortcut or click Tools, Macro, and Macros…, then click run. Click on the Stop button shown below.
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Professional Assistant Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2009
I close all of them by either clicking on the "X" at the top-right corner or pressing ALT-F4 (keyboard shortcut to remember - can be very useful). Once I am finished with the task, I would look at my next task on my to-do list and figure out what applications I wont need. Then I would open up the applications associated with the next task.
Professional Assistant Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2008
All you need to do is go through your regular print routine with the following steps: Click File, Print or CTRL-P as the keyboard shortcut. There are other ways to implement this, depending on the software that you are using, but let’s keep this simple for now. Now select Microsoft Office Document Image Writer.
On The Job
FEBRUARY 23, 2012
When talking to an employer, don't tap away on your keyboard, fiddle with a pen or wash dishes. Read the day's headlines so you're prepared to talk about current events if they're brought up. Also, don't use a headset, which often can make it difficult for an interviewer to hear you clearly. Don't multitask. Shut out distractions.
Professional Assistant Blog
AUGUST 14, 2008
Defeat Keyloggers by not using the keyboard to type passwords. Encrypt your passwords to achieve complete security. Generate random passwords to maximize password strength. Fight Phishing by entering passwords only on matching web sites. Back up your passwords and copy them between computers.
Laughing all the Way to Work
SEPTEMBER 17, 2010
I arrange quite a few events and have realized the importance of reading and reviewing the contracts carefully, highlighting key dates. I had an event for November 7th and the contract was signed, sealed and delivered, but then I noticed the hotel had put the wrong date on the contract. What are the dates you can cancel by?
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