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The Advertising Game

Laughing all the Way to Work

Fax Blasts I remember someone from my IAAP Chapter asked me to fax the notice of our Chapter dinner to a list of about 60 companies to promote it. I dont know about you, but when I get these "flyer" type faxes, they go immediately in the recycle bin.

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Tips for Office Costumes at Halloween

Professional Assistant Blog

Check with your Human Resources Department or manager to see if this falls into your corporate policy. You dont want to end up at work and be the only one wearing a costume. Looking like a rabbit might be fun, but you dont want to be gnawing your carrot around others as theyre working away.

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Free ACT! (CRM) Video Tutorials

Professional Assistant Blog

Ive found a great resource on the ACT! My answer to this is: First off, cut down on the caffeine. Just had to say that, since you seem to be in a panic. Take a deep breath and follow the instructions below. website, which has the following online video tutorials for some of the most frequently used functions in this software.

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Tips on Handling Deadlines

Professional Assistant Blog

If this doesnt help, seek advice from your Human Resources Department. Dont think of yourself as a robot. If you feel that your manager thinks of you this way, talk to them about it, but in a professional manner. Remember, the key is to work smarter, not harder.

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Top Reasons for Working in Large and Small Companies

Professional Assistant Blog

You have access to more resources, such as better technology and online learning (which is usually provided by the company). You can voice your opinion more so, since there are few executive personnel. Large Firms: Your job is more stable, since there are more funds reserved, due to larger profits.

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Seminars for Professional Assistants

Professional Assistant Blog

Even when I am not provided with the resources, I can make things happen. I consider myself and have been in the past, to be an over achiever. I do things in full, completely and beyond the best of my capabilities. I am really into self improvement in any way possible.

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New Hire Overload

Laughing all the Way to Work

The Human Resources Director pointed me to a small office and I was left alone to read what must have been 200 pages. Your co-workers are probably all new to you, you dont know how to use the photocopier or fax machine and more importantly "where is the bathroom?" This particular law firm had approximately 150 people in the office.