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APRIL 21, 2015
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JULY 9, 2014
Julie will be speaking more on this subject at the Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. lucybrazier CEO of Marcham Publishing – Publisher, Speaker & Conference Chairperson. She can be found speaking at administrative conferences and events around the world. Coursera Learning without limits.
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DECEMBER 15, 2014
Learn more about this special experience and what makes Who Took My Pen … Again? BONUS GIFT 1 : Register for our 2015 Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence “The Resilient Assistant” at the Early Early Bird rate (savings of $200) and receive the 2014 On Demand version of our conference “Collaborate. Total Value: $1,960.
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Training On-line
Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 19, 2009
.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 Training On-line Recently someone asked me a question about training on-line so I thought I would share the answer in a post. I use a place based in Toronto, Canada called Last Minute Training. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!"
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Choose to Avoid Negative Talk In The Office
Office Dynamics
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
When planning upcoming seminars, conferences, and training – see how they line up and teach you strategies that you can bring back and implement in your workplace. Put together a presentation showing your executive the benefits of the training. Therefore, you need to invest in learning (even if your employer can’t support you).
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Assistant Certifications: free webinar replay & handout
Office Dynamics
MARCH 12, 2015
We had an incredible webinar event with over 1,300 assistants registered to learn more about why, as an administrative professional, they should consider a career certification. It is very hard for small business to find the money to support training. We have listed each speaker and what the attendees will learn.
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Keeping Virtual Teams Focused In The Pandemic Era
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JUNE 30, 2020
You can say that Zoom has how replaced the conference table everywhere. Point 3 is actually relevant in the context of the learning organisation, as it’s a foundational method to break silos and involve intra and cross company collaboration by the way!
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State of the Administrative Profession
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 3, 2010
They had great expertise in protocol, etiquette, and how to dress, speak and act as executive assistants. Joan Burge delivers her State of the Profession at the 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. I know she does not know but needs to learn this skill in order to succeed every day.”.
State of the Administrative Profession
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 3, 2010
They had great expertise in protocol, etiquette, and how to dress, speak and act as executive assistants. Joan Burge delivers her State of the Profession at the 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. I know she does not know but needs to learn this skill in order to succeed every day.”.
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Office Dynamics
APRIL 30, 2015
Here’s a recap of just some of the amazing things that went on this year in celebration of you, Administrative Professionals: Executive Secretary Magazine sent out daily gifts from a variety of organizations specifically for administrative professionals learning benefit. Make Learning Fun For Your Admin Team (4/8/2015).
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That's not my job!
Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 21, 2009
If a conference comes up and they are looking for someone to do the registration, we can step in and do that or we can organize it from start to finish. There comes a time when companies need to pony up the money and either pay for your training or pay for a professional instead of heaving everything off on the admin because theyre cheap.
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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro
Laughing all the Way to Work
OCTOBER 18, 2008
Networking at a conference does little good if you never speak with the person after the event. One thing Ive learned over the years is that an arsenal of compelling stories and anecdotes related to my career can be extremely useful. I choose to tell stories that I know others can relate to and maybe even learn from listening.
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Warning! Warning! Incoming text message.
Laughing all the Way to Work
AUGUST 15, 2009
Here is some common-sense etiquette: Screen your calls: Subscribe to call display. However, I think our etiquette hasnt caught up with the technology. 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! 23, 1 p.m. (New
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April 22nd - Administrative Professionals' Day
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 8, 2009
How often I have organized a conference or arranged a Board meeting and after all the organization and planning it goes off without a hitch. If so, what would you recommend in terms of training (university not included/possible). It is great training for the office environment, no matter what field you end up in.
Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles
Laughing all the Way to Work
SEPTEMBER 18, 2009
It was an amazing conference. 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!
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Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 19, 2009
What is the proper etiquette when addressing or writing to a President? Here is a video link on the proper etiquette to address a President. 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
OCTOBER 31, 2009
I know the newness of it all will be gone soon and it will just be a normal thing that he is a little walker, but for now it is cute to see him learn this new skill. Admit your mistakes and try to learn from them. When I told my boss he said it must be my grandsons version of the 12 step program. How do we keep it all together?
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Calendar "ah ha"
Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 15, 2010
Recently, we wanted to see who was off site and at what event, so we decided when people are away at conferences, etc. For instance if I was going to be away to attend a conference I would put: Pat off site (IAAP/Toronto) This way we can keep track of who is going where, when. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. (New
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We don't know what we don't know
Laughing all the Way to Work
JULY 1, 2010
I have been on some interactive sites where assistants ask questions and get answers and I learn from them as I have some of the same questions. Lunch n learns are also a good way to learn from each other. Administrative newsletters or bulletin boards where you can post tips or suggestions is a good way to learn.
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Getting your foot in the door.
Laughing all the Way to Work
MAY 10, 2009
Many times the administrative assistant position is a good way into an organization and what a great training ground to know an organizations inner workings than in this profession. I think many university students are seeing the value in having this kind of training. So much is expected of executives these days.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 22, 2009
Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:13 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , etiquette for addressing officials , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Carol Bory said. 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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Preparing your boss for meetings away from the office or at home
Laughing all the Way to Work
NOVEMBER 8, 2009
Smith to discuss strategies for upcoming marketing conference). If outside the city, make travel arrangements: are flights required, train or will he or she be driving. 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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Is it that time of the year already?
Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 13, 2009
All you need is to put some time aside and close your door, or put some earphones on, and plug into your computer and learn. I have had great experiences learning online in interactive courses. I use a place based in Toronto called Last Minute Training. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!"
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Go with your gut feeling!
Laughing all the Way to Work
MAY 31, 2009
Lesson learned and will now put me on high gut alert. 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!
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Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 10, 2010
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her.
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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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When taking initiative isn't the best thing.
Laughing all the Way to Work
MAY 1, 2009
If you are a new hire, take the time to learn and ask questions. The first months on the job are a learning and growing experience. Take advantage of this time to learn as much as you can and ask, ask, ask. 23, 1 p.m. (New Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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When your voicemail goes awry.
Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 7, 2010
But, as I learned the hard way it doesn't work on all systems. 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!
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Spring cleaning on the blog
Laughing all the Way to Work
MARCH 1, 2009
I have also combined all the tutorials, training and other education-related links under the title Training. 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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
NOVEMBER 21, 2009
If you keep telling yourself you cant do it, then of course you wont be able to, but if you say I dont know if I can, but I am going to try anyway, or I know I can do that because it was what I was trained for and then go ahead and do it, it will open all kinds of doors for you. (Or This is the time you need a lot of positive self talk.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 14, 2009
I am sure I could have done well as I have learned nearly everything there is to know about getting someone from point A to point B. I love the planning, organizing and running around that goes into bringing a conference from a thought to a successful event. Another time I wanted to try a career in the travel business.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
NOVEMBER 16, 2008
I did do research however and read as many articles and books on the subject that I could and then I tackled the article and actually learned something while doing it. Writing on a subject you know nothing about is a good way to learn something about that particular topic. See, it wasnt that hard after all now was it? (New
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Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 22, 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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
When your boss arranges meetings behind your back.
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 5, 2010
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
MARCH 20, 2010
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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We did it Canada!
Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 28, 2010
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 27, 2010
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 27, 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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Dealing in real time.
Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 13, 2010
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 23, 2010
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 31, 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! Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!"
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Laughing all the Way to Work
SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
Depending on how acronym happy your office is, it can be like learning a new language. I suppose we better get used to it as it seems to be a trend and start to learn the language of acronyms and initialisms. Just when I think I am starting to understand my new offices language they throw in a new one that I have never heard of before.
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Happy New Year! Now don't forget to put the correct year on your.
Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 1, 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! Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!"
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Laughing all the Way to Work
NOVEMBER 10, 2008
(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! Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
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