All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. Communication Introduce them to the company’s communication channels and email distribution lists. Set up a branded email for the new hire, complete with an appropriate title and auto-signature.

Training 52

Training Mentoring Policies Project Management 52

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 23, 2009

Work With Stephanie « Cause and Effect - Productivity is an Action, Not a Result @QuietSpacing | Main | Organize Your Ideas and Watch Them Unfold » Planner Or Tickler (1-31) File? - Sometimes I wonder if I am duplicating my efforts by using a calendar and the tickler files. What are your thoughts in this area?

Filing 100

Filing Calendars Networking Email 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 26, 2011

  The situation: Tweet "Rob" is a project manager that is responsible for a number of projects across the world and he needs to keep track of all of them.    I LOVE basecamp I have used it to coordinate many different projects where team members are all over the place. How will you use Basecamp?

Central Desktop 100

Central Desktop Basecamp Google Docs Management 100

Success

MARCH 4, 2024

In this post, we’ll dive into books that speak to the three following categories: Books on personal habits, attitudes and approaches Mental health and work books Books for entrepreneurs Books for managers and founders Read on to discover 45 of the best professional development books. Others feel the need to start on projects immediately.

UPS 240

UPS Social Media Etiquette Health 240

Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 29, 2012

Stacks of paperwork are one thing, but when they’re compounded by endless emails, Facebook updates, and text messages, it can become increasingly difficult to focus on the task at hand. Standing can improve circulation and improve our health, especially if our job typically requires sitting for years on end.

Dropbox 100

Dropbox Filing Staples Calendars 100

BMT Office Administration

OCTOBER 10, 2022

From secretly checking social media to focusing on less critical work tasks to avoid starting a crucial project – there are many different types of procrastination. Any co-worker checking social media notifications instead of reading employee emails qualifies as online procrastination. What’s that?

Management 125

Management Self Esteem Social Media AT&T 125

Small Business CEO

AUGUST 25, 2017

Just a month earlier, the world was hit by the WannaCry ransomware that infected more than 230,000 computers including those of UK’s National Health Service (NHS), Fedex, Honda and Renault. Computers getting hit by spyware and ransomware is no longer a hypothetical. …

FedEx 41

FedEx Filing Collaborate Health 41

Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 25, 2010

Use the right tools: Set a timer for the length of time you have decided to work on this project. Sort – everything into boxes/containers according to what needs to be done: file , shred, recycle , refer, toss, etc. Boxes or storage containers to use for sorting. Garbage/recycling bags or box for shredding.

Calendars 100

Calendars Ergonomics Filing Health 100

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2018

If your executive mentions a new project or talk force they will be working with, ask them to tell you more about the mission and the people. When your executive delegates projects or even talks about an upcoming trip, ask questions. Also, your mental health is very important. I still love the 43 hanging file system.

Mentoring 189

Mentoring Skills Learning IAAP 189

BMT Office Administration

MAY 31, 2022

Upon finishing the project, Laura expressed relief to her friend Jan at lunch. Many serve as supporting evidence when the company files taxes or gives reports to other federal agencies. Electronic files allow approved people to get what they need regardless of where they are at. Access from outside the building.

Management 52

Management Legal Policies Filing 52

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Clean Out Your Files It’s easy for your cabinets and folders to become overstuffed with outdated paperwork, so it’s important that you take time once a year to purge the old and make room for the new. Start with your reference, client, and financial files. When January 1 hits, you should be able to file any new document in seconds!

2011 100

2011 Filing Networking Phones 100

Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 9, 2010

Lynn was tapped to head up the project team for a major company restructuring. Yet, given the importance of this project, his casual approach concerned her. Delete unnecessary files: With a computer, you can free up space by sending unnecessary files to the trash. Lynn knew Bob was a competent guy.

UPS 100

UPS Filing Holidays Health 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Power Periods Make For Great Productivity My favorite is: Power Periods Because: Set aside one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon for un-distracted, uninterrupted time to knock out a big project. It houses so much more than a file index. Pile Tamer My favorite is: the Pendaflex Pile Smart Project Sorter.

Filing 100

Filing Office Depot Microsoft Outlook Phones 100

The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 24, 2009

Some managers feel that they would do the project themselves just so they know it will get done their way. In an effort to curb the constant interruptions by your supervisor who is inquiring about your status on a project, give him constant updates so that he can be assured that you are in the process of completion. Ask questions.

Management 100

Management 2009 Filing IAAP 100

Page Personnel

JULY 20, 2022

An HR assistant must be well organised and be able to coordinate multiple tasks and projects at the same time. Those who work in a human resources assistant position need to be able to analyse data, create reports, understand an employee file and communicate effectively with other departments. What does an HR Assistant do?

Payroll 52

Payroll Negotiating Salary Suppliers 52

The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

I am thankful that I have my “workplace mental health&#. We all know how difficult it can be to maintain a realm of sanity in the workplace when the phone is constantly ringing, clients are popping in and out of the office, a project is due, and you have a supervisor who is behaving like a ‘helicopter mom.’

IAAP 100

IAAP Filing Health Mentoring 100

Productivityist

DECEMBER 6, 2013

Some days it might be an accumulation of small tasks — like sending emails, printing reports, locating files for colleagues — other days I might be able to finish an entire project in an hour. Checking email (personal or work) can also be a distraction for many (myself included). Have the right tools.

Telecommuting 40

Telecommuting Filing Email Google 40

Productivityist

DECEMBER 6, 2013

Some days it might be an accumulation of small tasks — like sending emails, printing reports, locating files for colleagues — other days I might be able to finish an entire project in an hour. Checking email (personal or work) can also be a distraction for many (myself included). Have the right tools.

Telecommuting 40

Telecommuting Filing 2013 Email 40

The Office Professionals Place

MAY 31, 2010

Office professionals are approached with various tasks, deadlines, and projects each day. The ability to work by the Pareto Principle will allow you to effectively focus on projects and prioritize your day. Make a list of tasks and projects and next to each identify how long it will take to complete. Identify the focus.

Filing 100

Filing 2010 IAAP Fax 100

The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 8, 2010

Ask to work on a new project or volunteer to assist a colleague. Enter your email address in the ‘subscribe’ field on this page to get automatic updates from the Office Professionals Place Blog. Posted by Dewoun Hayes at 9:56 PM Labels: Communication , Workplace Mental Health 1 comments: Chet Holmes said.

Management 100

Management Filing 2010 IAAP 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

» Top 9 Mistaken Organizing Statements There are a number of statements that I have heard people say over the years with regard to their organizing projects.  "   Wanting to do a good job on your projects is admirable.    However, the drive for perfection has ruined the success of many projects. 

Networking 100

Networking Purchasing Filing Fax 100

The Office Professionals Place

APRIL 19, 2010

The Office Professionals Place Topics Communication (18) Development (5) Leadership (6) Productivity (10) Tips/Techniques (14) Workplace Humor (1) Workplace Mental Health (13) The Office Professionals Place Privacy Policy The privacy of our visitors to [link] is important to us. We never sell your personal information to third parties.

Filing 100

Filing IAAP 2010 Fax 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

I turned off my email notification a long time ago (about 15 years) because I did not want to be taken out of the important state of concentration when working on projects.  100 emails a day x 220 work days a year.   So let's really do the math!  HOURS A YEAR LOST TO EMAIL PINGS! You got it.

Email 100

Email Twitter Fax Networking 100

The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

’ Here are some tips on how to get yourself and others motivated: Rewards (the ‘pat on the back’) Realize that for each task or project you complete you are entitled to a personal reward. People will be more energized and enthusiastic about the project. Simply put ‘they get things done.’

Filing 100

Filing IAAP 2009 Goals 100

The Office Professionals Place

JULY 24, 2009

The supervisor has a right to know if work time is being abused especially if projects and tasks are being overlooked and if other co-workers are being impacted due to one or many employees behavior. Log Files As with most other websites, we collect and use the data contained in log files. Follow the link below and comment.

Filing 100

Filing IAAP Fax Social Media 100

The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

The ability to be organized allows you to focus and easily find documents and supplies you will need to complete projects. Organization means implementing an appropriate filing system (electronically and paper) and utilizing your task lists and calendar effectively so that you can locate items quickly when needed which increases productivity.

Stress 100

Stress 2010 Filing Resume 100

The Office Professionals Place

MARCH 13, 2010

Did you ask a co-worker to help you on a project and got the feeling that they really didn’t want to help you? Ask for input/suggestions If possible, before making a request ask for some input on how the project or task can be completed more efficiently. This shows that you are interested and open to suggestions.

2010 100

2010 Filing Gifts IAAP 100

The Office Professionals Place

MAY 21, 2010

I will manage the tasks and projects set before me appropriately so that deadlines are met. Log Files As with most other websites, we collect and use the data contained in log files. Our supervisors depend on us, customers and clients consult with us, and co-workers interact with us.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Filing IAAP Assertiveness 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

OCTOBER 8, 2010

Make a #project w/ do-able sized parts   AllisonDGraham   @ StephCalahan make a list. PS -- If you've enjoyed this post and want to see more, why not subscribe to our daily emails ( Feedblitz ) or through the RSS Feed ( click here )?  Click to get posts as we publish Prefer less email? To your success!

Stress 100

Stress Twitter Facebook Fax 100

Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 28, 2010

Schedule filing time at least once per week. Add dated or calendar items to a tickler file system or a diary as soon as they arrive. anything you need reminded of on some future date goes into your tickler file. Add dated or calendar items to a tickler file system or a diary as soon as they arrive.

2007 100

2007 Filing 2009 AT&T 100

The Office Professionals Place

APRIL 1, 2010

Break the project down in parts and decide how you can complete each part. this is a 3-part project – the top shelf, hanging clothes, and bottom half of the closet. Log Files As with most other websites, we collect and use the data contained in log files. Map a strategy for what you need to accomplish.

Filing 100

Filing IAAP 2010 Fax 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 25, 2011

Work With Stephanie « Productivity and Organization Link Lineup | Main | 6 Tools to Help You Manage Large Projects with Local & Virtual Teams » Listen to Stephanie on Solace Wealth Management on Blog Talk Radio Listen live to Stephanie answer questions about productivity & organization on the Solace Wealth Management show. 

Management 100

Management 2011 Interviewing Fax 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Work With Stephanie « You Can Steal Time Back From Email | Main | Increase Your Positive Energy and Productivity by Being Thankful » Caffeine-Free Ways to Increase Focus & Attention "I just can't focus Stephanie.  Use your 5-10 minute file Do you keep a 5-10 minute file ? 

Medical 100

Medical Phones Filing 2007 100

The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

.&# Be mindful to give your boss time to breathe between meetings so that they can take a break, read emails, or just relax to gather their thoughts for the next meeting. You will get a lot done and maybe even complete the project or two. Log Files As with most other websites, we collect and use the data contained in log files.

Filing 100

Filing IAAP Fax Social Media 100

The Office Professionals Place

JULY 30, 2009

Does that project have you stressed out? The Office Professionals Place Topics Communication (18) Development (5) Leadership (6) Productivity (10) Tips/Techniques (14) Workplace Humor (1) Workplace Mental Health (13) The Office Professionals Place Privacy Policy The privacy of our visitors to [link] is important to us.

Filing 100

Filing IAAP Fax Social Media 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

  Get rid of the activities and projects (and sometimes even people) that don't fit.    Take Care of Your Physical and Mental Health Your physical and mental well being are crutial to your success.    You are important and your health is too.    Add in those things that do fit.

Health 100

Health Networking Fax Twitter 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

What are the key projects to be completed this year?   In the picture above you see a standard file cabinet on the left and one that is open and on wheels on the right.    Both are containers for holding files, but one would work better for an "innie" and the other would work better for an "outtie."

Filing 100

Filing AT&T Networking Phones 100