On The Job
NOVEMBER 10, 2015
Chances are that if you share something personal with your mom on the phone or your bestie in the next cubicle, others will overhear. If you want to share news of your daughter's first date, provide the headline: "She went to the latest James Bond movie with a boy from her chemistry class." Stick to the headlines.
Professional Assistant Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2008
Go out with friends, take a hot bath, listen to some music, join a club or take a class. It’s really important to keep your home and work life separate. Schedule some “me” time. Imagine that the end of the world is near. Picture what you would do in the last moments of your time. Create a budget!
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On The Job
JULY 30, 2009
Especially the "I've landed' cell phone calls ;) Would also suggest 'not' multitasking with email, Twitter, Facebook, etc. If you're going to use a cell phone, you should have at least a basic grasp of the process of electronic voice amplification. It is NOT necessary to yell into the cell phone.
Professional Assistant Blog
NOVEMBER 8, 2007
Take classes, read a book, read current events about new trends that are happening in your field. See what you can change about yourself, don’t try to change others. Focus on the challenges and embrace the strengths. Avoid people that gossip, you will only get yourself deeper into negativity. Expand your mind.
On The Job
OCTOBER 12, 2010
But before you begin to feel too comfortable in your little cubicle, are you sure you’re doing everything you can to hang on to that job? For example, does the boss prefer face-to-face communication or phone calls and e-mail? Attend seminars that provide you with new skills, or consider taking a class to further hone your talents.
On The Job
DECEMBER 1, 2009
Hochwarter over the phone. These big corporations that we have erroneously entrusted our lives to have betrayed us by outsourcing our jobs overseas and cutting costs to increase their revenues ultimately at the expense of the middle class working average joe. Could a Union Be Coming to a Cubicle Near You? Keep up the good work!
On The Job
DECEMBER 28, 2009
Ask your boss for opportunities to train in other departments, or to attend seminars or classes at a local university. Attend an event or sign up for an online class that really challenges you. Pick up the phone. Use your personal cell phone out of earshot of others. Could a Union Be Coming to a Cubicle Near You?
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