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Confessions of a Micro-Manager

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 4 October, 2009 Confessions of a Micro-Manager Who would want to work for a micro-manager? Here are some reasons I think managers can get possessive: Im not sure I can trust you. A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. Did you do this?

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Go with your gut feeling!

Laughing all the Way to Work

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 May, 2009 Go with your gut feeling! I read something that made me pause, but because I was in a big hurry and felt confident that the other person was covering that base, I let it go. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. 23, 1 p.m. .

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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

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Be confident. To be able to network, you must have confidence. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. .

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The Little Engine That Could.

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 21 November, 2009 The Little Engine That Could. So I started to say Yes and it was a real confidence booster. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. .

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Meeting preparation.

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© 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. No surprises!

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When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off to work I go.

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© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 30 March, 2009 When working isnt fun: Ho hum, ho hum, its off to work I go. I was speaking to a manager the other day and he said when he gets a resume, that is one of the first things he checks. I also like people to show confidence by shaking my hand. April 02, 2009 Patricia Robb said.

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On the job tips for new Admins.

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© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 12 December, 2009 On the job tips for new Admins. It also eases your bosss mind when they see you write it down, it gives them confidence it will be taken care of. Next week I would like to talk about meeting planning and give you some scheduling tips that have worked well for me.