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Multigenerational Communication & Cross-mentorship

Office Dynamics

When given the opportunity to meet with someone fairly new to the profession and someone embracing an upcoming retirement to explore even more in life, I enthusiastically embrace the moment and ask several questions of each! A multigenerational team offers executives and managers more than just support assistance. Knowledge is power.

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Confessions of a Micro-Manager

Laughing all the Way to Work

.© 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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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Laughing all the Way to Work

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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Go with your gut feeling!

Laughing all the Way to Work

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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We don't know what we don't know

Laughing all the Way to Work

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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The Little Engine That Could.

Laughing all the Way to Work

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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Writing when you don't know what you're talking about.

Laughing all the Way to Work

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. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. " Warning!