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JANUARY 15, 2010

The topic was on personal branding and they were making recommendations to executives on how to polish up their image. .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 January, 2010 Calendar "ah ha" I was participating in a Harvard sponsored webinar with my boss the other day. I guess he thought I needed the help. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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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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. To thank your boss for being supportive during a trying time. To thank an employee for showing initiative and going the extra mile.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

From the young cadet who waited while I got my subway pass and directed me to the downtown core, to the man who recommended the High Museum and Atlanta Aquarium and gave me directions on how to get there. I followed their advice and saw both and I must agree they were a delight to visit. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Home About Me Advertise 11 Tips To Improve Your Performance By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, November 08, 2007 Filed Under: Office Gossip , Productivity A re you asking yourself, “How can I improve my workplace?&# Do you feel that there are too many negative people or things going about your office?

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OCTOBER 26, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 26 October, 2008 Repeating Headers and Footers while in Sections Someone was asking on another site how to repeat a footer for just one section in a document, i.e. a table. My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Some of the younger bosses are certainly qualified and know how to do some things administratively, but is it an efficient use of their time and is it good job security for us? Many young executives have never had an assistant before and are so used to not having one, that they don't know how to utilize one. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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NOVEMBER 8, 2009

What dates and times does he or she have available (keeping in mind time zones for away meetings)? Secure the date and time in his or her calendar, taking into consideration travel time if outside the office. (for Does your boss need to be at the meeting? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JULY 16, 2010

It gives you something to look at when you arrive the next morning and lets you know how to get busy right away. Doing too many things can actually waste time. Manage: At the end of the day, take five minutes to create a preliminary list of priorities for the next day. Check: Do you try to accomplish too many tasks at once?

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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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JANUARY 10, 2008

It all depends on how your IT department sets you up. At my workplace, the setup wasnt too difficult. It only took a short period of time and all I have to do is call into the office to ask someone to power on my computer. You can connect to all network drives, network printers, even your own files.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

How to get Office fat fast. The importance of having someone to talk to Psst! I'm in a bad mood, pass it on. ► June (3) ► May (7) ► April (4) ▼ March (5) When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off t. When you need it later: The Bring-Forward System I always have the perfect answer. the next day!

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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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AUGUST 13, 2010

I mentioned this to our team of admins at one of our meetings so when one of my co-workers found out how to do something they thought to share it with the team. The tip she sent me was how to edit an email that you have received. The tip my co-worker sent is much better, but if she hadnt shared, I would still be doing it the old way.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2008

I should suggest that at my workplace as well. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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FEBRUARY 14, 2009

Another time I wanted to try a career in the travel business. I have become familiar with time zones, airport codes and international holidays to avoid. I am sure I could have done well as I have learned nearly everything there is to know about getting someone from point A to point B. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 15, 2008

Recently, I started volunteering through my workplace, since they allow us to have a certain amount of time during work hours. Most Recent Questions How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One? But that’s another story.

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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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MAY 10, 2009

I had taken time off to raise my daughter and when I came back computer technology had gone from DOS to Windows and the Internet was becoming very popular. I was happy just to know how to use the computer. Finally, I asked her how she knew the answers and what was she doing to get the information? (for 411 Look Up 411.ca

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MARCH 20, 2010

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I had been for a short time years ago and thought it was just something I was not very good at, but years later, I became a manager again. I also worked by myself for many years and wondered if I would know how to share. Do you know what you are doing?

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DECEMBER 17, 2007

This actually happens quite a bit at my workplace as well. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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APRIL 8, 2009

An organized person thinks everyone knows how to arrange things, but that is not the case. You have to look at the little details and consider all the things that might go wrong and then work towards making it not happen as well as making what you want happen. Have you ever been at an event that isnt well organized? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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FEBRUARY 28, 2010

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FEBRUARY 27, 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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MAY 31, 2009

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DECEMBER 4, 2007

Common Courtesy in the Workplace Keep Your Enemies Close & Your Colleagues Even Closer If you like this post, please subscribe to my feeds or get posts e-mailed directly to you. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter! Having Trouble Planning A "Non-Religious" Office Party?

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FEBRUARY 13, 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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SEPTEMBER 17, 2008

Ok, at times, it can get cold, since Im located in Canada , but most of the time, I take a brisk walk around my workplace. Most Recent Questions How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One? Organize a walking club.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2010

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2008

So remember, make sure you take time for yourself, otherwise you will end up going from eustress to distress, which you dont want. You have to take care of yourself first; otherwise, you will be ineffective and inefficient to others and your workplace. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 8, 2009

How to get Office fat fast. The importance of having someone to talk to Psst! I'm in a bad mood, pass it on. ► June (3) ► May (7) ► April (4) ▼ March (5) When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off t. When you need it later: The Bring-Forward System I always have the perfect answer. the next day!

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JANUARY 23, 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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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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APRIL 27, 2009

I remember throughout the first week that I was there, when I asked a question on how to do something, someone would say, "its in the manual, did you not read it?" I think people forget how overwhelming everything can be when you start a new job. I basically know how to answer the phones and take messages. It is overwhelming.

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AUGUST 14, 2008

Unfortunately, at my workplace, I have to contact IT for this, so they can take a bit of time. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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JANUARY 3, 2009

Sometimes what I want to add just doesnt fit in the sentence so instead of thinking of how to write a new sentence,it is easier to just write a quick P.S. Patricia P.S. I saw your article on Admin Secret. I find the signature line is so impersonal however so I always type my name before it and if I am going to put a P.S., put it under that.

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