Eat Your Career
AUGUST 28, 2023
This includes personal identification information (like phone numbers, email addresses, social security numbers, etc.) to optimize scheduling; streamline customer service; transcribe meeting minutes; edit documents, photos, and videos; create dynamic presentations and graphics; even plan and organize multi-city travel.
Office Dynamics
APRIL 12, 2010
They are used to managing their own e-mail, making their own travel arrangements, and setting up their own appointments. Many new executives who have never had an assistant before have a picture in their mind of someone who answers the phone, types, and files. First, they are used to doing everything themselves.
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Office Dynamics
APRIL 12, 2010
They are used to managing their own e-mail, making their own travel arrangements, and setting up their own appointments. Many new executives who have never had an assistant before have a picture in their mind of someone who answers the phone, types, and files. First, they are used to doing everything themselves.
Laughing all the Way to Work
AUGUST 15, 2009
Sometimes I wish I had something to warn me when I am with someone with a cell phone so I can know that we are going to be interrupted. I find it frustrating when people either text while in a conversation or are constantly taking phone calls. Apparently not, when its by phone. In an emergency, the cell phone is a useful tool.
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. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
Professional Assistant Blog
SEPTEMBER 7, 2007
The Scribe would take notes during the meeting. After the meeting, provide a copy of the meeting minutes to everyone involved in the meeting. You will notice that your meetings will run much smoother once you apply these methods. A template can be downloaded here.
Laughing all the Way to Work
MAY 9, 2010
I breathe a sigh of relief when I get someones assistant on the phone or receive an email from them. If I hear from the assistant I know I am going to get answers and the process of setting up a meeting will go smoothly, but should I try to develop a working relationship with them? They are a valuable resource and I appreciate them.
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