Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2019

It says that the executive and organization truly value this assistant and want to give them the tools to help them be even more effective. We learn how the assistant manages day-to-day processes and make recommendations for greater efficiency when necessary. And we continue to get more calls for this type of work.

Assertiveness 200

Assertiveness Calendars Business Cards Budget 200

Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Since administrative professionals are usually the ones planning events, managing catering, speakers, binders, and AV/tech, it was wonderful to celebrate their learning achievements through a great event celebrating each of them as a stellar assistant! Following a full training day, we reconvened for the Glam and Glitz Gala.

Administrative Professionals 198

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Success

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Work with a professional graphic designer at the planning stage of your business and consider all the possibilities for future growth. That logo may look fine close-up on a business card. Learn how to plug in new content at the technical level even if you have a committed staff member.

Social Media 264

Social Media Suppliers Business Cards Health 264

Office Dynamics

MARCH 13, 2019

It says that the executive and organization truly value this assistant and want to give them the tools to help them be even more effective. We learn how the assistant manages day-to-day processes and make recommendations for greater efficiency when necessary. And we continue to get more calls for this type of work.

Assertiveness 100

Assertiveness Calendars Business Cards Budget 100

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

There are many tools at our fingertips that help to increase how productive we are. Apps are just one of these tools available (and often free). I love this tool on my desktop or on my phone because it helps me update every social media platform from one place, at one time. LinkedIn Card Munch. Call Please. Free – $4.99.

Business Cards 100

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Take business cards. A neat and charming business card is a memorable thing, and more to the point, it’s a very practical way of maintaining contacts beyond the events you attend. It can feel like the aim at a networking event is to collect as many business cards as possible, but this rarely leads to beneficial outcomes.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 13, 2015

Networking is without a doubt a valuable skill set and resource tool but for many it can involve going outside our comfort zone when confronted with the notion of chatting to a complete stranger. We live in an age where personal branding is paramount, where people buy people and YOU are the business commodity. You are worth it!

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Success

JULY 8, 2021

With this new idea, I learned to stop worrying and love sales. Sadly, this is the conventional wisdom on networking: talk about yourself with as many people as you can for just long enough to hand out your business card in the hopes that some of these seeds will sprout, even without watering. You can too—here’s how.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 6, 2010

  If you leave those fields blank, you are not using your tools as effectively as possile.   This is the back of my card as a sample of what I mean: Creating Your Online Business Card An online business card is one site that lists all of your connection points online. 

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Productivity Bits

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

You probably heard about “cartoons drawn on the back of business cards&#. But circumstances made him realize he had this crazy calling to dominate the world by drawing cartoons on the back of business cards – an art he has been devotedly practicing everyday. This book is wrapped with the same traits.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 16, 2012

Make Sure You Pack Business Cards. I realize that this sounds like networking 101 basics, but I'm amazed at the number of events that I go to where people forgot their cards.    Consider putting your picture somewhere on the card and a reason for people to go to your site.    Bring them! 

Business Cards 100

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

I asked my expert panel: Social Networking is a popular activity, but truly effective business people know that using online communication tools is about more than publishing content.    Please share the social networking tool and the technique you use. Favorite tool? Business And Social Media Partnership.

Networking 100

Networking Social Media Twitter Facebook 100

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 1, 2010

Everywhere you go…there’s somebody new to learn to know! The great thing is that networking is a “soft skill” that can be learned by anyone. Bring business cards to an event or IAAP meeting, and set a goal to get or give a certain number before or after the meeting. Ask questions and learn about the members near you.

Networking 100

Networking Skills Confidence IAAP 100

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 1, 2010

Everywhere you go…there’s somebody new to learn to know! The great thing is that networking is a “soft skill” that can be learned by anyone. Bring business cards to an event or IAAP meeting, and set a goal to get or give a certain number before or after the meeting. Ask questions and learn about the members near you.

Networking 100

Networking Skills Confidence IAAP 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 27, 2011

Now, take a look at your business card, brochures or other social media profiles.    The other day I was in a meeting and saw a card that had the back covered with 2 different QR codes and the front had a few different urls. .    I call ItsMyURLs one of my productivity powerhouse tools.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 3, 2011

We talked about 3 different areas of productivity for your speaking business: Be Powerful – Productivity tips to keep you and your business in control. Be Empowered — Tools to help you get there. Keep all the business cards you collect and affiliated conversations organized with the Contact Keeper.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JULY 1, 2011

Powerfully Productive businesses know that effective follow-up is critical to success.    In simple terms, a CRM tool if used correctly, can help you manage all of the communication you have with your prospects, clients/customers, people you network with, service providers and more.  Our great customer service!

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 4, 2010

Part of what makes it such a great personal development program is that speakers are always bringing in excellent ideas for others to learn from. It’s not about getting your business card into someone’s hands and telling them what constitutes a “good referral” for you.

Networking 100

Networking Business Cards Travel Goals 100

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 4, 2010

Part of what makes it such a great personal development program is that speakers are always bringing in excellent ideas for others to learn from. It’s not about getting your business card into someone’s hands and telling them what constitutes a “good referral” for you.

Networking 100

Networking Business Cards Travel Goals 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

  Some say the traditional paper planner is the best, while others swear by their smart-phone or on line tool.    Keep reading to learn what my colleagues and friends had to say about the "Great Calendar Debate."   You want a tool that works for you - and paper might be it!

Calendars 100

Calendars Microsoft Outlook Twitter Purchasing 100

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

The conference encourages a casual mix of great conversations with other attendees for networking (Note: bring your business cards!) She further discussed the illiterates of the future, who are those who have an inability to learn and unlearn. I attended Will’s session, and I learned so much!

Social Media 100

Social Media Networking Twitter Administrative Professionals 100

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

The conference encourages a casual mix of great conversations with other attendees for networking (Note: bring your business cards!) She further discussed the illiterates of the future, who are those who have an inability to learn and unlearn. I attended Will’s session, and I learned so much!

Social Media 100

Social Media Networking Twitter Administrative Professionals 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2008

Believe it or not, this was quite an easy system to learn. Just click on any of the links below to take a look at the particular task you would like to learn about. In one of my previous jobs, when I was working for an Investment Advisor, he gave me the installation CD-ROM and asked me to read up on how to use it.

2008 100

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 10, 2008

How many blogs, online tools, software and books are there nowadays providing the latest, fashionable way to hit the peak of productivity? Our lives are increasingly hectic and we are bombarded by so much stuff on a daily basis that learning to be productive, so as to handle the stresses of modern life, is a wise move.

2008 100

2008 Cubicle 2007 Google Docs 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 23, 2009

First of all, there is not a perfect tool or a perfect system. There are myriad options available and each one of us has to figure out what tool (or combination of tools) will work for us. So, this answer is based on my experimentation with the two main tools the question above refers to - a planner and a tickler file system.

Filing 100

Filing Calendars Networking Email 100

Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 25, 2008

What do they learn the hard way? Are these social things, business things, language things. What do people struggle with, or what have they had to learn the hard way? My biggest was learning a new language again, since Ive lived in Switzerland as well. What trips people up? What puzzles people?

2008 100

2008 Cubicle 2007 Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2007

People have to learn that they are not the only ones that need things to get done quickly. Apparently, everyone comes to me all at the same time. Then there are times when I am bored out of my mind and start either asking others for work or updating the company database.

2008 100

2008 Google Docs Cubicle 2007 100

Brilliantly Better

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Dragos Roua – Brilliantly Better The Personal Development Blog Home About me Top posts Archives Downloads Audio Recommended Products Contact How To Manage Your Receipts by dragos on September 9, 2010 · 5 comments in Digital Tools , Productivity & Effectiveness Tweet I like to travel. You expand. It just makes sense.

Management 40

Management Business Cards 2010 Expenses 40

Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

You have access to more resources, such as better technology and online learning (which is usually provided by the company). You can voice your opinion more so, since there are few executive personnel. Large Firms: Your job is more stable, since there are more funds reserved, due to larger profits.

2008 100

2008 Cubicle Google Docs 2007 100

Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

Ive been in these types of situations quite often, but have learned over time that many photocopiers these days have functions so advanced that it can clean your floors, do your dishes and tuck your kids in at night. She also mentions that she needs it completed urgently, since she had to schedule a meeting with some clients right away.

Cubicle 100

Cubicle 2008 Google Docs 2007 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

Ask for business cards and have a stack of business cards for yourself at hand as well. One thing Ive learned over the years is that an arsenal of compelling stories and anecdotes related to my career can be extremely useful. Give, receive and record contact information. 23, 1 p.m. (New

Networking 100

Networking Time Zones IAAP International 100

Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2007

Check them out and see what else you can learn! If you ever feel discouraged, just remember that there have been and are people out there just like you right now. You have to make yourself shine through the crowd. Here are some more articles on job seeking tips. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter!

2008 100

2008 Cubicle 2007 Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Learn from them and build on your weaknesses to make them into strengths. If someone is being negative with you, ask them why they are raising their voice or why they are being pessimistic. At times, the person that conveys this tone doesn’t realize they are coming across in a harmful manner. Try to forget about work outside of work.

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Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

break the meeting into groups of 5 to 8 people and challenge each small group to design a skit, song, rap, dance or other ways to recap part of the “learnings” from the session. Have every group member place their business card into a bowl or container. Then, everyone draws a card other than their own. Change Places.

Skills 100

Skills Business Cards Resume Budget 100

Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2007

Try to throw in your own spin on information that you learn and post about. Dont be afraid to spice it up a little. This will enable your readers to comment on your posts and start a discussion. Be creative on your posts. Keep posts short. Try to keep your posts between 250 - 500 words.

2007 100

2007 2008 Cubicle Google Docs 100

Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 28, 2008

After speaking with you and the group, I believe that I would be a perfect candidate for this position, offering the quick learning and adaptability that is needed for a diversified position. I appreciate your time and consideration in interviewing me for this position.

Postal Code 100

Postal Code 2008 Cubicle 2007 100

Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

Ive been working as an assistant for quite a number of years, but theres always something new to learn. I always viewed it as a chance to learn first hand from experienced professionals in the business world. Take care, Patricia Posted on 13 September, 2007 8:01 PM Richard Rinyai Hi Patricia, I agree!

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