Success

MARCH 4, 2023

I do my typical morning email and text check-in—a routine that now involves looking at the latest COVID-19 numbers in my state, Illinois, which was in the midst of a surge. As I wonder whether I can squeeze in a few more hours of sleep, I feel his hand cradle my belly. Good morning to my girls,” he says. It’s 6:30 a.m.

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Productivityist

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

I’m grateful for the email I’m preparing to send to a potential client because I can help them bring more gratitude to their company culture. In the past, I have struggled with my health (Cancer, ulcer, stress, migraines, etc.) That may be spending time with your family, traveling, or writing. Perspective.

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C-Suite Assistants

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Though those numbers will likely decrease as we become more equipped to deal with coronavirus and the health risks of working in an office, the WFH trend isn’t new. Project Management and Event Planning-. Part of taking the initiative is showing that you can plan large projects and follow-through.

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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 identify tasks and projects as A, B, and C.

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Mentoring Skills Learning IAAP 189

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 30, 2014

Skype allows meetings to take place in multiple locations around the world and the use of tablets means emails can be responded to anytime and anywhere (including the beach!). Create a timeline for your clients of when they can expect projects to be completed and discuss any potential issues which could arise before you head off.

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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.

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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!

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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

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.

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Health Networking Fax Twitter 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 4, 2009

  I'm calling regarding the X Project.    The project is on hold until I get your input on these items.  " Note that in the second message Sam has much more incentive to call if he wants X Project to continue.  Sally   Click to get posts as we publish Prefer less email?

Phones 100

Phones Networking Fax 2010 100

Recruit CRM

JUNE 17, 2021

Apart from describing the tasks, talk about the leave policy, workplace bonuses, yearly paid leaves, vacation plans, health insurance, employee stock options etc. Examine consumer behaviour and modify email and advertising campaigns accordingly. Strong and effective project management skills. Ability to travel as necessary.

Social Media 52

Social Media Skills Salary International 52

Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 2, 2010

Comment by Ian McKenzie on May 30, 2007 @ 1:13 pm I’ve had similar experiences after trips; I travel to customer sites and while I’m onsite, I can’t typically keep up with the things I usually do when I’m in the office, so I find myself going through a similar process.

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2007 Ergonomics Health 2008 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

AppleEve   @ StephCalahan a trusty desk diary and pens (colour coded for different types of appointments) roguereporter   @ StephCalahan Microsoft Project. It's simple to keep my schedule, lists and important health notes in one place.  Click to get posts as we publish Prefer less email? Works every time.

Calendars 100

Calendars Twitter Phones Google 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

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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. Pile Tamer My favorite is: the Pendaflex Pile Smart Project Sorter. Thanks to Ellen Limes of Organized By L 5.

Filing 100

Filing Office Depot Microsoft Outlook Phones 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 5, 2015

I manage his schedule and monitor his emails, as well as help organise some of his travel, company events, and client dinners, occasional research, expenses and ad hoc tasks – all the general PA duties. What are the main aspects of your role? I have a dual role: my primary responsibility is being the PA to the managing director.

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Restaurants Expenses 2014 2015 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 22, 2010

  Do you find yourself jumping from one project to another?    One day it is one project and then the next day a different “ bright shiny object ” comes into view and we switch off to that.    We are so busy jumping from project to project that we never really complete any of them. . 

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The Office Professionals Place

APRIL 19, 2010

We know this is true because we see and hear on the news how traffic is backed up and travel times are astronomical. All these people have one thing in common, besides being on the road at the wrong time every day that they are going to work for someone.

Filing 100

Filing IAAP 2010 Fax 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. I deal with this woman almost monthly for organizational travel.

2010 100

2010 Filing Gifts IAAP 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 16, 2010

Do you have a large list of abandoned projects all sitting at various levels of incompletion? Do you have a list of projects that do not reflect your best work? 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 )? 

Management 100

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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.    You also release serotonin/happiness/excitement as you finish a project. 

Medical 100

Medical Phones Filing 2007 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 23, 2009

Julie Morgenstern, author of many books including Never Check Email in the Morning (and Other Unexpected Strategies for Making Your Work Life Work and Organizing from the Inside Out, 2nd ed: The Foolproof System For Organizing Your Home, Your Office and Your Life says that what we need to do is "anchor" our systems. "The Ph.D.

Filing 100

Filing Calendars Networking Email 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 6, 2010

  That started a deeper conversation that led to us talking on the phone and deciding to work together on a teleconference project scheduled for January.  If I had not taken the time to complete my profile, we probably would not be doing the project in January. A different take on the to-do list.

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Virtual Moxie

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

Stay away from email! Categories 30-Day Projects Business Communication Expectations Fees Legalese Moxie Relationships Self-Care Standards Web/Tech Moxie Archives Feb, 05 to Today Search Translate Moxie Also Mine « Same Words, Different Voice | Main | How much success can you stand?

2010 100

2010 Health Training Calendars 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 17, 2010

Also consider color-coding the index cards by project. Click to get posts as we publish Prefer less email? “At the beginning of the day, put your cards in order, with the most important item on top. If something else comes up, reorder the cards,” she says. Once you finish an item, rip the card up and throw it away.

Calendars 100

Calendars Microsoft Excel Interviewing Networking 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

If you have a big project due, break down the steps necessary and write those on each card.   As you are traveling and you think of things you need or want to do, you take out a card and jot it down.    Click to get posts as we publish Prefer less email?   ENHANCING THE CARD SYSTEM Use Color. . 

Staples 100

Staples Networking AT&T Phones 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

What are the key projects to be completed this year?   Completing projects and tasks is harder than ever for most of my clients.    So, the next time you have a project that is important consider the following: Block the time on your calendar. Email is the ultimate distraction that most of us face now. 

Filing 100

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Allwork

APRIL 3, 2023

About this episode Andrew Filev was running a successful micro multinational company in 2000 and adopted an agile methodology to speed up the projects. Andrew founded Wrike back in 2006 as a way to help people and companies work more productively, cut down on inefficient communication like email, and be more time efficient and cost efficient.

Collaborate 246

Collaborate Goals AT&T Environment 246

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 3, 2013

Surely, as executive assistants we may feel this way when we have to do all the boring stuff - filing, expenses, travel, calendaring, and phones. However, sometimes you are also given fun work and special projects. And anyone can email me questions and I respond only via this blog, not to your personal address.

Customer Service 40

Customer Service Gifts Finance Calendars 40

Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Keeps all your appointments, contacts and email in one spot so it's all synched up. I can also store email templates and phone "scripts" (bullet point items of what to cover on certain types of calls). I can also keep notes and all of their contact information, my calendar, email and appointment history, and more.

Calendars 100

Calendars Microsoft Outlook Twitter Purchasing 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 22, 2010

"To place a man in a multi-stage rocket and project him into the controlling gravitational field of the moon where the passengers can make scientific observations, perhaps land alive, and then return to earth - all that constitutes a wild dream worthy of Jules Verne. .  " Click to get posts as we publish Prefer less email?

AT&T 100

AT&T Networking Fax 2010 100

Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 14, 2010

A - True B - False 4 -- You got side tracked in a project and have forgotten lunch with a colleague/business associate.  E - Email and set up another appointment?   Click to get posts as we publish Prefer less email?   You feel terrible and know he’s furious.  B - Send flowers?

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Etiquette Phones Networking AT&T 100

On The Job

APRIL 13, 2010

Air New Zealand and Alertness Solutions found in a study of in-flight passengers in a 2006 study that on the last day of their vacation, travelers had an 82 percent better performance than before their time off, and their post-vacation performance improved nearly 25 percent compared to their performance before a vacation. “If

2010 100

2010 Stress Cubicle Time Zones 100

Success

AUGUST 2, 2021

a team meeting with a follow-up email and chat message). You can see people in front of you and know whether they’re working or left early or started late for a doctor’s appointment, child care activity or mental health break. How long should it take to respond to a non-urgent email? Be consistent. meeting is no longer 9 a.m.

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Staples Lifestyle Time Zones Email 336

www.officearrow.com

OCTOBER 28, 2010

More from this Topic Purchase Order Form Template (Excel) Receive this FREE Purchase Order Template along with complimentary, no obligation price quotes (via phone and email) from multiple quality & independent accounting and bookkeeiping service providers. 78% off Project Management Essentials Premium Tool Kit. Get Organized!

PowerPoint 40

PowerPoint Purchasing 2010 Forms 40

Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 5, 2010

afreshspace   @ StephCalahan I just use a legal pad for daily to-do's but keep bigger or future projects in my outlook task list declutterlady   @ StephCalahan Hey, Stephanie, it's iPEP for me; 1 workspace/project w/ability to keep all in 1 place! I use toggl.com for everything in my business.

Management 100

Management Agenda Calendars Twitter 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Hello New & Returning Readers, TheLadders.com is currently doing a project where they are looking for people to provide tips to new college grads about to enter the working world. The point of the email is to check in with that person - ask how they are and ASK SPECIFIC QUESTIONS. And when I say everyone, I mean EVERYONE.

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