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A Conversation with Joan

Office Dynamics

There is a team behind the amazing conference event. I was fortunate to work with some amazing managers and executives who were happy to mentor me about business and how to be a business partner. Of course, I love my iPad (newer, bigger, lightweight screen with the keyboard by Apple); loving my AirPods (no wires!);

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Calendar "ah ha"

Laughing all the Way to Work

The topic was on personal branding and they were making recommendations to executives on how to polish up their image. I think if Microsoft asked me what I would like to see in an electronic calendar, I would suggest not to bother with the all-day event option. I guess he thought I needed the help. Another one I never use.

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

Laughing all the Way to Work

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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Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!

Laughing all the Way to Work

I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants. The one good thing about speaking at an event where nobody knows me is, they have no idea whether my hair is supposed to be this dark. Some good advice to pass along: Never colour your hair the night before an event.

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Just a secretary.

Laughing all the Way to Work

I have seen some contracts for event planners and it seems like a lucrative career to get into. I love the planning, organizing and running around that goes into bringing a conference from a thought to a successful event. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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

Laughing all the Way to Work

Lynn has organized strategic events such as the companys internal trade show, all-hands meetings, the annual awards banquet, internal events and leadership off-site meetings. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. She said that receiving the award has made her proud to do the work that she does. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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When your voicemail goes awry.

Laughing all the Way to Work

I thought I would pass this tip along in the event you find yourself wishing you could take your words back. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. I have never used this escape route, but was reminded about it at a webinar I participated in recently and will keep these instructions close at hand. 411 Look Up 411.ca