On The Job

MAY 7, 2009

But it got me to thinking that no matter how many "rules" I provide about networking and resumes and other stuff, there are always those tricky little things that can trip you up if no one tells you. While you may know enough to mute your phone during an interview, you also cant even look at it. Use formal forms of address.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, December 28, 2009 10 gifts to give your career As the gift-giving season draws to a close, it’s time to remember that you still have one more gift left to bestow: The gift of a better career.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2009

INTERVIEW WELL Make it a conversation. You are interviewing them too so ask questions. Take notes during the interview so you don’t forget what you wanted to ask. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. CONFUSCIUS SAID, “Love what you do and you will never work a day in your life.&#

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

In its simplest form minutes are a record of discussion, decisions and actions to be taken and the date by when it needs to be completed. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Lets enjoy our day together.© © Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 February, 2010 Minute taking made easier. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 7, 2009

If you have a few ideas or requests in your e-mail, it is best to set it out in point form so the person does not have to dig for it. Robbs drivers license; - A completed application form; and - a cheque or money order in the amount of $10 made out to the Ministry of Heath." Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 22, 2009

For my readers from other countries, you will note there is a section for foreign dignitaries and if you click on that it will give you the proper form to address just about anyone in the world. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. This is a must-have resource. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 1, 2009

I only use this if I have a form or something that I always want the current date on it. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. If you change your mind later and decide you prefer another format, it is easy to go back and re-set the default in the same way as above. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

If there are forms that need to filled in and it has a due date in June, I put those forms in the June folder with a bf date on it for a week before it is due. I create a corresponding Task reminder and write something like this: WAITBIN need to prepare form for production by March 23rd. Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

Where I used to work we had a Mailroom and I would plunk what I needed in a tray with a form to tell them how I wanted it to turn out and return to get it when it was finished. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I am good at some things, but not as confident in other things. For instance, I am horrible at collating.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 27, 2009

All important information, but I knew I couldnt possibly retain much of what I was looking at in one sitting so I started to cheat and flip through a few tabs because I had to sign a form that I read the manual. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

Food, food and more food If your event requires food the venue will send you a banqet event form and you will need to estimate the amount of food you need. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Highlight that date as well and put it in your Tasks with a reminder to get back to them with final numbers. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

Put it in a folder for your boss’s signature in completed form, i.e. envelope clipped to letter and attachments. If you are sending the letter by regular mail, courier or registered mail, make sure you have the proper postage, courier slips or forms filled out. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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