A Day in the Life of an Admin
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JULY 29, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 A Day in the Life of an Admin Administrative Assistants can be considered the backbone of any company.
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JANUARY 1, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 1 January, 2009 Happy New Year! As we head into the New Year it will be easy to forget and put 2008 instead of 2009. All the best in 2009. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Lets enjoy our day together.© 23, 1 p.m. .
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The Advertising Game
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SEPTEMBER 20, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 September, 2009 The Advertising Game Advertising is effective thats for sure. So why do companies continue to do it? Fax Blasts I remember someone from my IAAP Chapter asked me to fax the notice of our Chapter dinner to a list of about 60 companies to promote it.
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10 Things = Frustration
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JANUARY 19, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 10 Things = Frustration When one team member doesn’t want to play. January 19, 2009 Patricia Robb said. It was a satellite office so each line was for a different company. January 19, 2009 Chelsea McNabb said. January 20, 2009 Foley-In-Charge said.
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I look like that!!
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JULY 20, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 July, 2009 I look like that!! Helene Sinclair July 21, 2009 Anonymoussaid. July 21, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Thanks, Patricia July 21, 2009 Danielle McGawsaid. My email is danielle.mcgaw (at) robertsoncollege (dot) net if you ever plan on being out this way! 23, 1 p.m. .
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That's not my job!
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FEBRUARY 21, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 21 February, 2009 Thats not my job! There comes a time when companies need to pony up the money and either pay for your training or pay for a professional instead of heaving everything off on the admin because theyre cheap. February 22, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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FEBRUARY 14, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 14 February, 2009 Just a secretary. The company I work for has a great attitude toward staff professional development and hiring from within for open positions or new position needs. February 18, 2009 Zelma De Souzasaid. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins.
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Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her.
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DECEMBER 28, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 28 December, 2009 Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her boss My assistant sent me a link to a story about an Executive Assistant in British Columbia, Canada, who gave the gift of life by donating a kidney to her boss. December 29, 2009 Helene Sinclairsaid. 23, 1 p.m. .
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APRIL 27, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 27 April, 2009 New Hire Overload I remember starting a new job at a law firm and on my first day I was handed a 3-inch white binder and told to read it. Patty Buckner April 28, 2009 Anonymoussaid. May 04, 2009 Peachon said. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins.
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Is it that time of the year already?
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JANUARY 13, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 13 January, 2009 Is it that time of the year already? I think we should not underestimate the contribution we are making to our companys success and should evaluate ourselves accordingly. Thanks for the help Maura January 13, 2009 Patricia Robb said. January 13, 2009 Anonymoussaid.
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April 22nd - Administrative Professionals' Day
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APRIL 8, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 8 April, 2009 April 22nd - Administrative Professionals Day It often amazes me that a day is set aside for our profession. April 09, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Patricia April 10, 2009 Foley-In-Charge said. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Thanks-in-advance!
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FEBRUARY 22, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 22 February, 2009 Protocol for addressing Canadian and foreign dignitaries A reader asked if I would post on the proper protocol to address Canadian dignitaries such as the Prime Minister or other Ministers in the government. February 23, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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Welcome to Canada, Mr. President.
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FEBRUARY 19, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 February, 2009 Welcome to Canada, Mr. President. Well, behind every important business person, whether they be the head of a Fortune 500 company, a movie star or even The President of the United States, they all need an assistant to help them manage their responsibilities. Thank you so much!
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Monty Python Officeland
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JULY 29, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 July, 2009 Monty Python Officeland One of my former bosses said working with me was like being in a Monty Python movie. July 30, 2009 Patricia Robb said. July 31, 2009 Hélène Sinclairsaid. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne.
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Sticks and stones will break my bones.but names will never hurt me
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FEBRUARY 8, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 8 February, 2009 Sticks and stones will break my bones.but names will never hurt me Depending on where you work and the work culture, it can determine what you are called at the office. My former "boss", who has since left our company, referred to me as his partner. Lets enjoy our day together.©
That is not in my job description.
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OCTOBER 11, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 11 October, 2009 That is not in my job description. jackal [link] October 12, 2009 Anonymoussaid. Thank you, October 14, 2009 Foley-In-Charge said. October 15, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Very educative!!
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JANUARY 24, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 24 January, 2009 Some People see Roadblocks -- Others see Hurdles. I am part of the project management office at my company and I hear the term roadblocks all the time. Patty Buckner, North Bay January 26, 2009 Anonymoussaid. January 26, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Great article.
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MARCH 21, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 21 March, 2009 How to get Office fat fast. My company has a cafeteria which is also very dangerous to the waist line. March 24, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Lets enjoy our day together.© 23, 1 p.m. .
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Managing your Boss's Inbox
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AUGUST 29, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 August, 2009 Managing your Bosss Inbox Nowadays our bosses are busy almost 24/7 and in order to cope they need our help managing their e-mail account. It is owned by the company and should be used for work. August 31, 2009 Suzanne said. September 03, 2009 Jodith said. 23, 1 p.m. .
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On the job tips for new Admins.
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DECEMBER 12, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 12 December, 2009 On the job tips for new Admins. Next week I would like to talk about meeting planning and give you some scheduling tips that have worked well for me. Eve December 13, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Patricia December 13, 2009 danielle.mcgaw said. Thanks again!
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Frustration Busters!
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JULY 26, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 26 July, 2009 Frustration Busters! July 30, 2009 Anonymoussaid. July 31, 2009 Patricia Robb said. July 31, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.
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OCTOBER 6, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 6 October, 2009 When you suspect a co-worker has a substance abuse problem. does the company have random drug testing. ? October 10, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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MARCH 29, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 30 March, 2009 When working isnt fun: Ho hum, ho hum, its off to work I go. You would be surprised at the amount of errors I have seen in this very important first introduction to a company. When you meet this potential employer, make eye contact and give a firm handshake.
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Meeting preparation.
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JUNE 14, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 14 June, 2009 Meeting preparation. I have an upcoming Board meeting and want to be prepared for everything that is needed to make it run smoothly. To-do lists I have to-do lists for the Board and Committee meetings and a to-do list for the Board Reception and Dinner. Thanks in advance!
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PS I Love You
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JANUARY 3, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 3 January, 2009 P.S. I Love You Is the P.S. passé? If you want your thoughts to be read, they really need to go into the body of the e-mail January 03, 2009 Patriciasaid. January 03, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept.
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Housecleaning in Word 2007: Customizing your Dictionary
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JANUARY 31, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 January, 2009 Housecleaning in Word 2007: Customizing your Dictionary Something you should do every once in awhile is to clean up your dictionary in Word. February 03, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept.
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Guest Post: What Makes Virtual Administrative Assistants Work?
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FEBRUARY 24, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 24 February, 2009 Guest Post: What Makes Virtual Administrative Assistants Work? Administrative assistants do more than just assist with the day-to-day activities of a company – in fact, for most employers, they’re Person Fridays without whom nothing gets done. .
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We live in an Acronym Happy World.
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SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 7 September, 2009 We live in an Acronym Happy World. October 02, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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Go with your gut feeling!
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MAY 31, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 May, 2009 Go with your gut feeling! ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. Lets enjoy our day together.© Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donat.
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MAY 10, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 10 May, 2009 Will Google ever stop amazing me? May 13, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. .
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Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!
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APRIL 22, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 22 April, 2009 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants. . ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Lets enjoy our day together.©
Different spellings: British, Canadian and American
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FEBRUARY 27, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 27 February, 2009 Different spellings: British, Canadian and American I was proofing a document the other day, but since Ive been reading documents from the United States and Canada, I couldnt remember if behaviorial was the American or the Canadian spelling. . Lets enjoy our day together.©
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A twelve step program to survive as an Admin
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OCTOBER 31, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 October, 2009 A twelve step program to survive as an Admin My grandson has started walking. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgate, 2010 Stevie.
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JULY 12, 2010
Lynn was in good company as some notable winners of the 2010 Stevie® Awards included: - Executive of the Year: Lawrence J. Ellison, founder and CEO of Oracle - Best Overall Company of the Year: Apple Inc. ► 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Morgan Chase & Co.
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Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles
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SEPTEMBER 18, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 September, 2009 Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles I recently arrived in Atlanta, Georgia to attend OfficeArrow s Lift Summit on Social Media. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.
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AUGUST 22, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 23 August, 2009 Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!" ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. Lets enjoy our day together.© I hate waiting!
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JUNE 27, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 27 June, 2009 A funny thing happened on the way to the office. How do you plan to be funny in December? ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins.
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Colour Coding Works.
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JUNE 23, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 23 June, 2009 Colour Coding Works. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. Lets enjoy our day together.© I have never been a fan of colour coding, until recently.
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MARCH 15, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 15 March, 2009 When you need it later: The Bring-Forward System My boss likes me to keep him organized and the way I do that is to have a system to bring forward items, which I then bring to his attention when he needs to see it. March 16, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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MAY 1, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 1 May, 2009 When taking initiative isnt the best thing. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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MARCH 1, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 1 March, 2009 Spring cleaning on the blog It is a very sunny day today with a promise of spring in the air so I thought it was a good time to spring clean the blog. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Lets enjoy our day together.©
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Do you like what you do?
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DECEMBER 5, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 5 December, 2009 Do you like what you do? ▼ 2009 (58) ▼ December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. Lets enjoy our day together.© How true that is!
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The importance of having someone to talk to
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JULY 11, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 11 July, 2009 The importance of having someone to talk to Recently, I met with a former colleague for an inpromptu lunch. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins.
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