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A Conversation with Joan

Office Dynamics

There is a team behind the amazing conference event. From the first phone call to register for the conference to picking up my name tag, the entire team carried out the professionalism of Joan. My next favorite was attending administrative conferences although there were not many offered in my day, mostly IAAP (then PSI) conferences.

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Playing nice in the sandbox

Laughing all the Way to Work

Some people dont play well in a team and can be like that link in the chain that keeps skipping. What can you do if you are part of a team that is not playing well together? Are you doing your part and contributing to the goals of the team or are you getting bogged down with situations? Good team play can be contagious.

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When taking initiative isn't the best thing.

Laughing all the Way to Work

I like working with someone who has initiative, wants to do a good job and is keen to contribute to the team, but is there a time when initiative is not a good thing? Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I

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The importance of having someone to talk to

Laughing all the Way to Work

Below are some things that I have found helpful to build my network: Join a professional association such as the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP). IAAP is a group of assistants who get together and encourage each other in our jobs and careers. This is where a strong assistant team is nice to have.

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Admin Buddies

Laughing all the Way to Work

It can also improve team work and general office dynamics. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. 23, 1 p.m. Excellent material! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Introducing The Administrative Bloopers Blog

Laughing all the Way to Work

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Excellent material! Oh where or where is my password?

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Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her.

Laughing all the Way to Work

Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Excellent material! Oh where or where is my password?