Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 4 October, 2009 Confessions of a Micro-Manager Who would want to work for a micro-manager? Here are some reasons I think managers can get possessive: Im not sure I can trust you. A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I never wanted to be a manager.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. Be confident. To be able to network, you must have confidence. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

I read something that made me pause, but because I was in a big hurry and felt confident that the other person was covering that base, I let it go. I am not sure if it would have changed the outcome, but at least I would feel confident that I flagged it for my boss. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

One person can be great at software programs and know all sorts of tricks to get things done quickly and another might be excellent at organizing and managing their email account. If you are part of an administrative team you can use your meetings to share knowledge with each other or give tips on something new you have discovered.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

So I started to say Yes and it was a real confidence booster. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 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! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

I always feel more confident when a new hire asks me a question and gets all the information before proceeding. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. I dont see it as a weakness, but as a strength. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

At the end of it, I knew how to take minutes and could write about it. From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. I will not say I am the perfect minute taker, but it is something I now have confidence in doing. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

Buying a new outfit or wearing a freshly dry-cleaned suit will go a long way to increasing your confidence level. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. The same applies if you have a job interview or a new challenge at work.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

I feel confident as I check off each item that things will be done on time. Minute Template I take my minutes on a laptop so prepare a minute template ahead of time. Then it is a simple matter of filling in the blanks on the day of the meeting. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

I was speaking to a manager the other day and he said when he gets a resume, that is one of the first things he checks. I also like people to show confidence by shaking my hand. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

This is something you really need to experiment with and you will gain more confidence to order less and know there will be enough food. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

I am good at some things, but not as confident in other things. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 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! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

I read an interesting article on what management can do to prevent lay offs. Be selective and go for the job that is the right fit and that you have confidence you can do. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

They will have confidence that you have a plan and that things wont slip through the cracks and will be able to relax and let you do your job. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

It also eases your bosss mind when they see you write it down, it gives them confidence it will be taken care of. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 30, 2012

After many requests, the editors of the Administrative Professional Today newsletter have produced a webinar to take your minute taking skills beyond the basic level to master minute taker. What makes a master minute taker? Do you have a moment of panic when you're asked to take meeting minutes?

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AUGUST 4, 2016

Whether your business has “taken the plunge” to going paperless recently, or you’re currently weighing up if you should do so, it pays to fully understand what this means and how you can manage the both the process of change as well as the way you work in future. Governance Improvements. People Resist Change. Time to Go Paperless?

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