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Becoming better organized

Laughing all the Way to Work

Once I have done all that, I can then feel confident and prepared -- because I am! It's not magic, although I find the better you organize the more people think it was easy and seem to think it just all happened , which is the furthest thing from the truth. My definition of a successful event is when it goes smoothly without a hitch.

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Having a good outlook when it comes to Outlook

Laughing all the Way to Work

Organizing someone else’s calendar can be challenging. It is ideal to have daily meetings to plan for the days and weeks ahead, but sometimes that is not possible if your boss is on the move. If the meeting is by teleconference you should have call-in numbers typed in the meeting notice.

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The pronouns you use can reveal a lot about where your head is

Laughing all the Way to Work

My mind is already planning the next Board meeting and how I will organize my desk and the filing at the new place. Meetings - Are you in the middle of planning a meeting? I keep a meeting scheduling form at my desk. I know exactly where I am at with the meeting planning just by looking at the form.

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12 Days of Christmas Webinar: The Organized Admin with Julie Perrine

Office Dynamics

Watch The Organized Admin Webinar Replay. Poll Results: Where do you struggle the most to stay organized? What was the inspiration for writing your new book, The Organized Admin? The answer was overwhelmingly getting (and staying) organized. Meetings/Events. Travel Planning. Travel Planning.

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Confessions of a Micro-Manager

Laughing all the Way to Work

A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I just did not have confidence that this person was going to be able to assist me. I always have more confidence something will get done when I see it being written down. Show your boss that you want to contribute to their success and to the organization.

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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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On the job tips for new Admins.

Laughing all the Way to Work

It also eases your bosss mind when they see you write it down, it gives them confidence it will be taken care of. If the letterhead has the name of the organization on it you do not have to repeat it again under the name and title, unless that is your boss’s preference. As you have discovered half the battle is getting organized.