Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 26, 2011

  The situation: Tweet "Rob" is a project manager that is responsible for a number of projects across the world and he needs to keep track of all of them.    I LOVE basecamp I have used it to coordinate many different projects where team members are all over the place. How will you use Basecamp?

Central Desktop 100

Central Desktop Basecamp Google Docs Management 100

Jen Lawrence

MARCH 15, 2019

Colors can be used to distinguish between projects, clients, meeting types, activity types. The system will take you a mere few moments to set up and I guarantee you’ll see the benefits immediately. Project/Client Training/Development Meeting with Manager 1:1 Meeting Volunteer Work. You name it.

Calendars 65

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Jen Lawrence

JANUARY 11, 2021

I can’t tell you how many people are shocked to hear that, as a systems expert, I still do quite a bit of work manually. Sure, your system can send out emails precisely at the right time, but does it send a super cheery message in the middle of a national crisis? Sound like a contradiction? Not if you zoom out a little.

Project Management 52

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Jen Lawrence

JANUARY 11, 2021

I can’t tell you how many people are shocked to hear that, as a systems expert, I still do quite a bit of work manually. Sure, your system can send out emails precisely at the right time, but does it send a super cheery message in the middle of a national crisis? Sound like a contradiction? Not if you zoom out a little.

Project Management 52

Project Management Calendars Travel Phones 52

Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 12, 2014

With more and more content generated on Twitter, LinkedIn and other platforms for assistants it is really important that you have a system in place that helps you get the most out of social media. Our mobile phones are already an integral part of our lives but in 2015 o ver 3 billion people will only access the internet by phone next year.

Social Media 100

Social Media 2015 Phones Twitter 100

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2018

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. If your executive mentions a new project or talk force they will be working with, ask them to tell you more about the mission and the people. They are my: * Follow-up system. Be curious.

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Clutter Coach

DECEMBER 15, 2017

Note: this works best if you have a good filing system, meaning one that isn’t overstuffed and that you can find things quickly in. Again, it works best with a good filing system. You can label them according to the project they belong to. Start with ones like travel, family and friends. Nice and mindless.

Filing 100

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Jen Lawrence

MARCH 15, 2019

Colors can be used to distinguish between projects, clients, meeting types, activity types. The system will take you a mere few moments to set up and I guarantee you’ll see the benefits immediately. Project/Client Training/Development Meeting with Manager 1:1 Meeting Volunteer Work. You name it.

Calendars 40

Calendars Holidays Travel Finance 40

Success

APRIL 18, 2022

Nobody travels more than me.”. Nearly every commercial is just Shaq being, well, himself: Shaq installing a security system, Shaq dancing to the Gold Bond theme song, Shaq standing in a cruise ship pool with his clothes on. A few years ago Shaq needed a security system at a new house. “When it gets to half, put in 20.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

Fun travel apps are Skype (for calling home), SimplyNoise (great for sleeping in noisy places), Sit or Squat (find a bathroom), and CheapGas. My Kindle app is a lifesaver while traveling. so they can enter them into my system for me. For business, my Paypal app is probably my favorite, and my Square, for taking payments.

2003 100

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 18, 2020

As admins, we’re always trying to organize all the pieces and parts of our professional lives – from workspaces to meetings to travel plans. You should have two versions of your cover letter – a formal one that can be printed and an electronic version for online submission systems. Project plans. Protect Your Admin Career.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 16, 2022

From finding collaborative software, hosting virtual meetings, and keeping everyone engaged, managers are trying to assess what hybrid work means for business , all while getting their projects done and keeping their employees happy. This can include regular email updates, video meetings, phone calls, and the occasional in-person meetup.

Interviewing 91

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 26, 2016

I do it around my children so I can safely say being a PA has enabled me to travel the world, get a job within weeks of arriving in two countries and now as a mother it continues to give me work. Are systems diminishing the role of the PA? She sees them infrequently (about once a month), but talks to them daily via phone and email.

Salary 160

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Work with other parts of the business (Marketing, Facilities, IT and HR) to create a more effective and detailed monthly monitoring system for supplier spending. Arrange 1-2-1 meetings with him once a week (either on the phone or face to face) so that we can plan all of his travel arrangements as far in advance as possible.

2014 100

2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Work with other parts of the business (Marketing, Facilities, IT and HR) to create a more effective and detailed monthly monitoring system for supplier spending. Arrange 1-2-1 meetings with him once a week (either on the phone or face to face) so that we can plan all of his travel arrangements as far in advance as possible.

2014 100

2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Work with other parts of the business (Marketing, Facilities, IT and HR) to create a more effective and detailed monthly monitoring system for supplier spending. Arrange 1-2-1 meetings with him once a week (either on the phone or face to face) so that we can plan all of his travel arrangements as far in advance as possible.

2014 100

2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Step It Up VA Coaching

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Also include your mobile phone plan (or a portion of it) if you use that for your business. Software applications and online products are also an expense, including Anti-virus software, project management, online backup, and online greeting card services, to name a few. Gas isn’t cheap!

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2008

In order to get your tasks completed on time and in a proficient manner, there is a little trick that I use to make sure that I only focus on one project at a time and give it my undivided attention (when I possibly can). For example, you want to spend one hour on a particular project. Having a timer at your desk can be a great tool.

2008 100

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 28, 2008

Do you have a big project coming up and want to show your boss that you can handle this type of task ? Home About Me Advertise Copying Pictures To and From Microsoft Word By The Professional Assistant on Monday, January 28, 2008 Filed Under: MS-Word , Productivity H ave you ever wondered how to copy pictures from and to Microsoft Word ?

Microsoft Word 100

Microsoft Word Google Docs 2008 Cubicle 100

Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 1, 2013

Speaking with confidence on the phone and forwarding calls. Junior PA: Booking travel and hotels for colleagues . Helping with projects. Establishing and maintaining filing systems. Receptionist: Meeting and greeting important clients . Looking happy and cheerful at all times (even if you are not). Learning to multi-task.

Skills 100

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

  I've tried different systems and they don't work.  "  That was one of the first things she said to me on the phone.    Sometimes your focus and attention challenges can be directly related to the systems you have (or don't have) in your life. 

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 28, 2007

Here are the basic rules to do this: Start off with something positive, such as you have been working hard on whatever project you want to mention and show some results of this. Mention to your boss (in a professional manner of course) that you have X number of tasks, projects, etc. This will show that you are being pro-active.

2008 100

2008 Google Docs Cubicle 2007 100

Allwork

OCTOBER 21, 2022

With bossware, data from keystrokes, communication with colleagues, logins, and more are monitored by a software system accessible to managers. . A term used to describe people who combine remote work and travel. Typical occupations include travel blogging, freelance writing, web development, design, and consulting, among others.

2023 340

2023 Lifestyle Carbon Footprint Collaborate 340

www.officearrow.com

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Creating a business system or standard operating procedure (SOP) may be the right move for you. A good business system summarizes everything you know about your role in the company and how to do your job. If you have a good system, anyone who follows it will get the same result every time. Business systems are beneficial, too.

PowerPoint 40

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

» Top 9 Mistaken Organizing Statements There are a number of statements that I have heard people say over the years with regard to their organizing projects.  "   Wanting to do a good job on your projects is admirable.    However, the drive for perfection has ruined the success of many projects. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Work With Stephanie « Link Lineup: Time Management, Org Tools, Focus Concentration and Top Mobil Phone Apps | Main | Are you Time-challenged Tim or Non-productive Nancy? Pile Tamer My favorite is: the Pendaflex Pile Smart Project Sorter. This allows them to keep it within site, but all projects are kept in an organized file.

Filing 100

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Small Business CEO

AUGUST 9, 2013

With the growth in BYOD (bring your own devices) over the past five years small businesses are now able to hire dispersed staff located remotely, globally, as well as from a home or assigned virtual hub through secure systems. Mobile devices combined with powerful apps essentially allow a contemporary ‘phone to morph into the remote office.

Filing 40

Filing Phones Project Management Google 40

On The Job

JULY 26, 2011

You claim you hate gossips, but have sent emails passing along the latest scuttlebutt concerning a colleague's dating habits after you overheard her on the phone. You use the office Skype system to pass along the tidbits to overseas colleagues. You complain when the brand of coffee you favor isn't used in the office coffee pot.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 1, 2014

Event Management, Project Management, Human Resources and Finance have become a big part of my job. In the past I’d be answering phones, taking memos and maintaining files – nowadays you are an extension of your Executive. ” “When I first started as an EA, I was answering phones, filing, and typing memos.

Finance 100

Finance Salary Filing Project Management 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 31, 2008

I have shared access to 4 different mailboxes for various products and projects. Home About Me Advertise Microsoft Outlook Shared Mailboxes Etiquette By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, January 31, 2008 Filed Under: MS-Outlook , Productivity D o you have more than one mailbox in your Microsoft Outlook , other than your inbox?

Microsoft Outlook 100

Microsoft Outlook Etiquette 2008 Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 30, 2008

If you need to do this for other functions, make sure to change the "Use function:" section to whatever type of calculation you need to do for your particular project. Now you have the total for each firm as well as the grand total listed. If you like this post, please subscribe to my feeds or get posts e-mailed directly to you.

Microsoft Excel 100

Microsoft Excel 2008 Google Docs Cubicle 100

Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 29, 2008

This will keep your project/goal in a manageable time frame, where you know how much time will be left once youve accomplished these tasks. Next, add a time frame to each task. For example, I will try to work on task A for 1 hour. Then I will work on Task B for 30 minutes and so on and so forth.

Microsoft Outlook 100

Microsoft Outlook 2008 Cubicle Google Docs 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

JULY 18, 2012

  My job was high profile, high travel and high stress.  My FAVORITE 1400 - Any time I had issue with any type of technical issue from my pc or laptop to pager to phone to printer to cell phone, you name it, I dialed 1400 and that group took care of it for me.    Systems, systems, systems! 

Payroll 100

Payroll AT&T Purchasing Filing 100

Step It Up VA Coaching

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Having a database of names, mailing addresses, phone numbers and other personal information gives you the tools to connect personally with current and potential clients, business associates and even competitors. Send personal notes to clients thanking them for choosing you, thanking them for a referral, and upon completion of a big project.

Social Media 100

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Recruit CRM

JUNE 17, 2021

You should have hands-on experience with web analytics instruments and have imaginative ideas for effective advertising projects, also to develop and manage marketing programs in specific channels. Strong and effective project management skills. Ability to travel as necessary. Ability to quickly adapt to changes and activities.

Social Media 52

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

What are the key projects to be completed this year?   Yet, we try to do it all of the time by putting systems in place that don’t match our personal or our organizations’ styles. There are some that think that one system should work for everyone.  "  That means you don't have good systems.

Filing 100

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Professional Assistant Blog

APRIL 1, 2008

IM or iChat)with collaborators while working on the project. You can share documents, spreadsheets, and photos across computers and networks: since your document is stored on Googles server, its accessible from anywhere ! Also, a fun feature is you can chat (i.e. Posted on 2 April, 2008 6:28 PM The Professional Assistant This is a great idea.

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