Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2018

A willingness to learn and confidence to teach creates the roadmap to keeping our professional world evolving and relevant. The diverse team has combined organizational and time management skills, event and meeting planning, business savvy, continued professional development drive and so much more to ensure success and positive outcomes.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 6, 2023

Reflect on your skills, experiences, and achievements to identify the areas where you excel and get the most satisfaction. Continuous Learning and Skill Development. Invest in your professional growth by pursuing certifications, attending industry conferences, and participating in workshops or online courses.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 25, 2020

To stay connected to your administrative peers and continue your education, host a book club. You can find several industry-specific books on our website. I would like to suggest a great book for females that I wrote called Give Yourself Permission to Live a BIG Life. Update your professional portfolio.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 13, 2023

Recognize that change is a natural part of professional growth and that it’s never too late to make a move. Embrace the mindset that you have the power to shape your career trajectory, and trust in your ability to adapt and learn new skills along the way. Evaluate Your Transferable Skills.

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All Things Admin

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

A professional portfolio is an accurate visual representation of who you are, what you’ve done, and the skills you possess. Your professional portfolio may be print, social, or digital. My latest book, Prove Your Skills! If you don’t have a professional portfolio yet, don’t panic. Cover letters.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Your administrative career should not be left to chance. Career-minded administrative professionals don’t put their career on autopilot and cross their fingers, hoping things will work themselves out. in person, online, by phone) • Did you read any career building or skills boosting books? •

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

I have over 20 years of administrative professional experience and proud of my personal and professional accomplishments, yet the conference provided new perspectives, opportunities to talk with others in my chosen field and a reminder to embrace my unique talents and skills. The conference was a game changer for me.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2017

And Google has become the new resume. Imagine how much your life will change if you are reading 19 life, business and personal development books a year. No one has your unique set of skills, gifts and ideas. In a busy marketplace, not standing out is the same as being invisible.” ~ Seth Godin. You are doing more with less.

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A Great Day's Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Are you equipped with the work experience, skills, and qualities desired by the employer? Do you believe your cover letter and resume would be pulled by the Human Resources staff to schedule an interview among the hundreds of applicants? Employers are better served when employees thirst for knowledge and seek to advance their skills.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 16, 2007

As I was doing research for other articles on this blog I came across the International Association of Administrative Professionals' website ("IAAP") and was reminded of the advantages of being part of a professional organization. 3 If you are a member, put it on your resume!

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 13, 2009

We as office professionals need to arm ourselves with the tools to combat the day. Here are 6 skills you need to acquire to protect yourself against the office warfare. Enhance your resume and get the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification or Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Get involved.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 16, 2010

Do you ever get a meeting request and an agenda has not been provided, or if it is a teleconference the call-in details have not been given or the boardroom hasnt been booked for an internal meeting? When booking meetings ownership of the meeting has to be established. Is the boardroom booked? Whose responsibility is it anyway?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Make sure your resume is up to scratch: Your resume should list your skills, your experience in working as a virtual assistant, and any other capabilities that you think potential employers are looking for. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

Click on that and you will find a wealth of templates from a resume, cover letter, minutes, agenda and many others. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! I can hardly wait. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

Polish up the ol resume It is all right to send your resume out and see what kind of response you get. In this new age of not doing anything more than a quick spell check on documents, make sure you do not have any spelling mistakes in your resume. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

I am thankful for the new skills I have received and the old skills I have improved. Not only are you improving your skills and adding to your resume, you are making yourself more indispensable and an asset to your company or the next one. The other alternative to the internet is - pick up a book!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 8, 2009

On that note, It is hard to believe we are getting close to Administrative Professionals Day which is on April 22 nd. I hope all of your professionals appreciate what a privilege it is to have someone look after them. or Gifts or Ideas for Administrative Professionals Week. Another great article Patricia.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 20, 2009

I was in a workshop today on presentation skills and one of the things they had us do was present something to the group while they filmed us. Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:06 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , how we look to others? It is always weird for me to see myself on video.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:41 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , gut alert , gut feeling , intuition Reactions: 0comments: 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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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:52 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , dates , fixed time , real time Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 9, 2008

Just before my book was published I promised I would have a contest on my blog and someone could win a copy of my book. Here is how you can win: The tenth person to e-mail me at pattyannrobb@rogers.com will receive a free copy of my book. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. I am remiss.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 10, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:24 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , E-mail chaos , E-Mail Management , making sense out of e-mail Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. It is so nice to see my Inbox on empty.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Posted by Patricia Robb at 5:48 PM Labels: adminisrative professional , Administrative Assistant , bloopers , new blog Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 22, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:14 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , courtesy , reminders , waiting Reactions: 0comments: 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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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

The 10th person was someone by the first name of Tammy and once I get her address I will be sending her a copy of the book. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Congratulations Tammy! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Youve posted your resume on all the top job boards plus the various industry-focused and niche job sites related to your type of work. Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Guest Blogger: David B. Wright, Author So Youve Got the Job Interview - Now What?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 13, 2010

Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:45 PM Labels: adminisrative assistant , administrative professional , being organized , being prepared Reactions: 1 comments: Anonymoussaid. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 27, 2009

Patricia Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:20 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , being funny , comedian Reactions: 0comments: 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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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

Patricia Posted by Patricia Robb at 9:48 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , Send out cards , thank you card Reactions: 1 comments: Evesaid. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Thanks for sharing this service! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

We need to be assertive and show our bosses how much better they can function if the administrative jobs are taken care of by us. Posted by Patricia Robb at 2:34 PM Labels: 30 years of service , Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , professional service , quality service Reactions: 2comments: Jodith said.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:27 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , enjoying work , liking what you do Reactions: 0comments: 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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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 21, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:49 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , eating healthy , healthy snacks Reactions: 1 comments: lisacozz said. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Try to eat healthy , and please make some time for exercise. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:19 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , encouragement , I think I can , low self esteem , self confidence Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. I think I can, I think I can.&#

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

I was eager to open my brand new book bag and get my pencil and write the first words in my new scribbler. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! School will be back in full swing soon. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

Patricia Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:22 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , my favourites , useful links , useful sites Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Excellent material!

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