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Taking stock

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Before I left I went over my checklists a few times to make sure I had everything and it was stress free each day as I reviewed the lists and checked off the items to bring. The meetings were stress free and I was able to depend on my checklists and templates. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Taking the time to acknowledge someone and say thanks.

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I sent another assistant a comical card about being stressed out at work. We work in a very busy office so it was a nice surprise for her to receive it and helped put the stress of the office in perspective. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. She loved it! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Oh where or where is my password?

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Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check and Maximize.

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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. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Check: How much time is spent on e-mail? EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Admin Buddies

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Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Many times I am so thankful I had that quick chat or read that email that I was copied on as that was the exact information I needed when they were away. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Working for the Disorganized.

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You will also feel more in control of the situation and less stressed. A good bring-forward system is a must for this as you will want to bring forward items they will need for meetings and conference calls. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Remind them verbally as well when you meet with them.

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Kings and Queens of the Office

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Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:37 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , kings and queens of the office , problems , professional assistant , royalty , stresses at work Reactions: Newer Post Older Post Home Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Meetings Plus: Taking them offline

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Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful. 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!