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Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time

Laughing all the Way to Work

I breathe a sigh of relief when I get someones assistant on the phone or receive an email from them. If I hear from the assistant I know I am going to get answers and the process of setting up a meeting will go smoothly, but should I try to develop a working relationship with them? They are a valuable resource and I appreciate them.

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New Hire Overload

Laughing all the Way to Work

We had an extensive checklist for new hires and portions of it were divided among several administrators with regard to explaining his/her area(s) of responsibility. I basically know how to answer the phones and take messages. I just started at a law firm this week. I have not had much guidance. Then they suddenly say hey do this.

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Preparing your boss for meetings away from the office or at home

Laughing all the Way to Work

What dates and times does he or she have available (keeping in mind time zones for away meetings)? Secure the date and time in his or her calendar, taking into consideration travel time if outside the office. Once you have those details you can start the scheduling process to find a convenient time for everyone.

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A twelve step program to survive as an Admin

Laughing all the Way to Work

He takes about 12 steps, squats and rejoices in his accomplishment, then he gets up and walks another 12 steps and squats again to repeat the process. He has a unique way of walking. He loves his newfound freedom and spends his days going back and forth from one end of the room to the other exploring as he goes. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Frustration Busters!

Laughing all the Way to Work

It worked and through explaining the process to her I added a column at the end of the table in Word by tabbing over, which automatically creates a new row. All this time she had been right clicking and choosing Insert row each time she needed another row. She was amazed. Once I know how to do something, I write it down.

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Is it that time of the year already?

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The last online course I took was under $70 and was interactive using both the computer and a speaker phone for audio. Is the appraisal/performance evaluation the time to ask for a raise? I think that during the process of your performance appraisal it would be a good time to bring it up, but I never have.

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Word and Outlook 2007 tips

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I find it really slows down the process and I have the Check Grammar While You Type on so feel that is enough. If you want to turn off the Check Grammar with Spelling and only enable the Check Spelling, here is how to do it. If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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