Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 6, 2010

For example, my work can be categorized into these core groups: (1) writing (articles, my upcoming book) (2) coaching (3) workshop development (4) business development (5) administrative. Calls during this time are recorded and I contact them afterward if it’s something important. This helps me concentrate better.

Management 100

Management Ergonomics Health 2010 100

Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 26, 2010

Learn from the example of others. The Mind Mapping Manifesto The Bubble Planner GoalPro Goal-Setting Software christmas company gift ideas - Buy one share of stock: Disney, Harley Davidson, Target, eBay, etc furniture shipping Chicago Leather Furniture www.spacify.com/family-room-furniture.htm - for any room of the house. Suck it up.

Ergonomics 100

Ergonomics Health Restaurants Gifts 100

Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 6, 2010

For example, Dr. William Harvey made medical history by explaining how the circulatory system worked: He likened the heart to a pump and gave himself a new frame of reference—and from that he understood blood vessels as part of a unified pumping system. (2) You may find ways to save time and money. Find the analogy.

Stress 100

Stress Ergonomics Health Medical 100

Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 13, 2010

For example: typing a 40-slide PowerPoint presentation: two hours, provided all the material is complete. Often, the boss will not know how long it took you to complete the rush job. You’re there until midnight, the boss went home at 5:00. Put together a list of tasks you commonly complete along with the time it takes to finish.

Management 100

Management PowerPoint Ergonomics Health 100

Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 26, 2010

For example, discontent with one’s weight can lead to diet and exercise. Get out in the community and give something back to someone in need. It is difficult to wallow in discontent, when you’re dealing with the challenges others are facing. Don’t get me wrong, discontent can be a useful thing.

Ergonomics 100

Ergonomics Health 2010 Gifts 100

Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 20, 2010

For example, remembering the number sequence of: 6-3-2-4-8-1-7-9 could be remembered easier if the sequence is chunked into: 63-24-81-79. Mnemonic devices boost memory through associations. Try chunking items into smaller groups. One way to improve memory is through a procedure called chunking.

UPS 100

UPS 2006 Keyboards Ergonomics 100

Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 18, 2010

For Example: “Follow up to our conference call” or “Needing Information on Computer Disposal Policy” Avoid blank subject lines or overly general subjects.They are more likely to be ignored or overlooked when the recipient’s in-box has 100 new messages.

Email 100

Email Ergonomics Fax Health 100

Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 5, 2010

A leader shows others where to go, then sets the example for getting there. Realize that circumstances change and what you’re trying to do needs to change to keep up. Encourage others to greatness – Share the experience. If you want to energize your drive to greatness, bring others along with you.

2007 100

2007 Ergonomics Health 2008 100

Workplace Insight

MARCH 26, 2024

A recent story involving Avanti West Coast, who provided a gift bag to staff experiencing menopause, is the latest in a series of misjudgements of menopause support by employers. Developing a menopause policy setting out the support available and providing a point of contact for those experiencing symptoms.

Gifts 59

Gifts Legal Negotiating Policies 59

Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 23, 2010

Symptoms that are ignored ultimately lead to much more serious health problems. For example, take inventory each day of what went right, rather than focusing on the problems you had or mistakes you made. Behavioral Increased substance (i.e., Train yourself to look for the positive.

Stress 100

Stress Management Health 2010 100

The Office Professionals Place

MARCH 13, 2010

For example, during staff meetings, acknowledge the work that other departments have done. One thing I have found that goes a long way are personal handwritten thank you notes and Starbucks gift cards. I sent her a personal note and a gift card to say thank you. I completely forgot to book his room - I know, total F-up.

2010 100

2010 Filing Gifts IAAP 100

Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 9, 2010

You’ll want to “defrag” these items by organizing them into their proper category, for example, work projects vs. home projects, things you need to do on a certain day versus those that are due by a certain day and so on. Right now, the “files” on your Download list are a jumbled list of To Do items.

UPS 100

UPS Filing Holidays Health 100

Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 7, 2010

Look for examples in your life, your surroundings, in the media or in books of people who have done things against the odds and use those examples as symbols of what’s possible for you. ’ “I’m not good enough.&# “I’m too old.&# “I’m not qualified.&#

2010 100

2010 AT&T Health Ergonomics 100

The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

For example, if a team member is not outspoken, but is proficient in computer software, they would a good person to organize documents. Show your appreciation for each team members’ efforts by taking them to lunch or at the end of the project give a gift of thanks or a certificate of appreciation. Value your team members.

Filing 100

Filing IAAP Fax AT&T 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

8) Be responsive I have a personal policy to respond to all emails within 24 hours if not if within 7 hours at most. In instances where people have directly helped me get a job by making an important introduction or went out of their way for me, I will give a gift, if appropriate. The timing of the gift is also crucial.

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Resume Cover Letter Interviewing 40

Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 1, 2010

Burnout also negatively impacts your health. You might, for example, offer to reschedule a meeting for a later date, or recommend giving an assignment to another qualified team member. Aim high, but never sacrifice your health or personal life to get there. Put your health first. Manage expectations.

Stress 100

Stress Health Mentoring Ergonomics 100

Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 28, 2010

The trick for any of them is to learn to use MULTIPLE TAGS so that you can find them, otherwise – for example, your searches will pull up a thousand documents with the word ‘HTML’ in them. HTML Editors, Chicken Recipes, Fat & Diet, etc., and use a free program like Coperinic, Google Desktop to find them quickly.

2007 100

2007 Filing 2009 AT&T 100

Brilliantly Better

AUGUST 25, 2010

Comments Policy A blog is about interaction more than it is about broadcasting. From this level up, I think you could update your comment policy. Why Is This Important And What Are The Benefits Direct interaction with your audience is a great gift. Thanks for leading by example! It’s natural, don’t be upset. Don’t panic.

2010 40

2010 Twitter Facebook Social Media 40

Men With Pens

JANUARY 3, 2010

If you were, say for example, to add WishList Member to Men with Pens and offer a paid level of content, you would be, essentially, creating a product. For example, if you sell a book for $10, you might sell a workbook for $40. I feel the gift of speech need to be leveraged. Move people. THAT is what I want to change.

2010 40

2010 AT&T Google Social Media 40

Men With Pens

JANUARY 19, 2010

But I love this one: “If you haven’t got your health… you haven’t got anything.&# Inigo Montoya: You have a great gift for rhyme. if you don’t have your health.&# &# Thanks Taylor Reply Rachael ( @caffeinatedelf ) January 20, 2010 at 9:44 am Oh man, so many good ones are already taken! lol ur pols!

2010 40

2010 AT&T UPS Health 40

Men With Pens

DECEMBER 13, 2009

Going back to school was the best gift I could give myself. Do I write routinely about Policy and Management or about Labor Relations? I have an upcoming series of articles on Hong Kong, which not only uses my background in Asian/Chinese history, for example. When my son graduates, I will insist on it. Powered by frugal

2009 40

2009 AT&T Learning Resume 40