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More OneNote Must-Knows: History, Search, and Template Creation

All Things Admin

​Whether you’re using it for travel planning, procedures development, project management, or just basic notetaking, OneNote is one of the most dynamic software programs out there for administrative professionals. Previously, I talked about two of my favorite OneNote features – color coding and custom tags.

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How to Master The Art of Supporting Multiple Managers

Office Dynamics

For projects that appear critical, ask for added background information such as: “Can you tell me more about this project? Find out who else has information related to the project. The primary manager may be traveling and/or unavailable to answer your questions. email, instant chat, phone, text messaging, etc.).

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What is a Virtual Assistant?

Karen Vivarelli

They could be looking for someone to manage their calendar and travel. I recommend using a task and project management tool like Asana or Trello. But what about your email service or project management system and storage system? Are you working closely with a mentor who has done this before?

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Inside the Edinburgh PA Network

Practically Perfect PA

Amy : I am currently an Executive Assistant at Skyscanner to the CTO, Director Engineering, Director of Project Management and the Director of HR. Sally : I’m a recent convert to the project management/list making tool called Trello – I use it for every job that I have and so many things at home.

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Stereotypes Part 1: Age vs Experience

Who's the Real Boss?

Are you stunting an opportunity for them to develop their project management skills, because as the older assistant you couldn’t be seen to have a younger assistant deliver on something that potentially should be coming from you?

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On Trains, Goats, Eagles, Social Media, and Not Jumpin' on the Crazy

Virtual Moxie

Monica wrote: Y ears ago, being a VA was generally about administrative tasks; coordination, newsletters, travel, research, proofreading, a bit of ghostwriting, etc. Another question from Pick Anastacia’s Brain , the service where you get to ask me anything for free, if I can use it here on the blog.or shopping carts).

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Administrative Assistant Job Descriptions

Administrative Arts

This would include confirming attendees, scheduling conference rooms, setting up conference calls, and managing multi-media needs. Project Management. Administrative Assistants are often called upon to handle big projects such as setting up special events, creating a procedures book, or handling office moves.

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