Ian's Messy Desk

MARCH 29, 2011

It is now time to put things in order and implement a system that will keep this space organized until spring 2012 and beyond. File and organize: Once you’ve decided on what papers you will keep, set up a filing system that will be easy for you to follow. Spring Cleaning: Save a Lot With a Little Organizing (walletpop.com).

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Office Dynamics

MAY 20, 2012

If you can’t take a few days off, even just one day, in a relaxing environment with no computers, faxes, e-mails, phone calls or any thoughts of work, can help renew you. Update your resume and be prepared to talk about your accomplishments in the past five years and what you can contribute to the organization.

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Eco-Office Gals

MARCH 2, 2011

If you’re thinking about how to create a healthier workplace environment, consider going low-VOC. Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, are chemicals widely used as ingredients in products such as paint, building materials and furnishings, office equipment and cleaning supplies.

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Productivity Bits

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Organize your folders by project, client, document or by any other means necessary. It is entirely possible for you to essentially eliminate the use of paper faxes by using electronic faxing, in which you generate an in-bound fax to the computer system you use. Back them up to an external hard drive off-site.

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Eco-Office Gals

DECEMBER 4, 2012

And if part of your mission is to operate an eco-friendly business, then you should know that there are several brand strategies that can help you to gain recognition for your efforts on behalf of the environment. You need to embody the ideals you purport to harbor through both word and deed.

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 18, 2008

I work in a back office environment, where 99% of our client interaction is via the phone, e-mail or outside of the office, so I can wear jeans and a t-shirt. However, for business casual and business dress environments, Im still a purist. That goes for men and women. No jeans, no shorts, no capris.

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Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2007

I also work in an environment where it gets a little too loud at times. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2008

By The Professional Assistant on Friday, February 29, 2008 Filed Under: MS-Excel , Organize , Productivity A re you a Virtual/ Professional Assistant or want to become one? Virtual Assistant Manager is a website that I recently stumbled upon which helps you and/or your organization thrive in this type of environment.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 22, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Using Microsoft Outlook Calendar Properly By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 Filed Under: Meetings , MS-Outlook , Organize , Productivity A re you trying to book a meeting with someone or a group of people? Until next time, Take care - of your clutter!

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2007

Home About Me Advertise Tips on Handling Deadlines By The Professional Assistant on Wednesday, October 31, 2007 Filed Under: Organize , Prioritize , Productivity D o you hate deadlines? Theres just 8 hours in a work day (give or take, depending your work environment) and you can only do so much. Dont think of yourself as a robot.

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2008

Remember that you are in a professional environment and have to upkeep this attitude. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Retrieve Your Files With Ease By The Professional Assistant on Wednesday, November 05, 2008 Filed Under: MS-Access , MS-Excel , Organize , Productivity D o you have quite a bit of filing to do? B eing able to retrieve the data is more important than an organized alphabetized file drawer.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2007

So the next time you drink a cup of java and realize that its not the greatest in taste (like the one I have at work - but have gotten used to it over time and loving it), ask your office manager if they are willing to dish out a little extra green to supplement a better working environment. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter!

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

It’s considered a more family friendly environment. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One? You get to have more one-on-one contact with your clients.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 10, 2008

Basically, this allows you to connect to your work environment via your internet connection. How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 2, 2007

" People who work together will win, whether it be against complex football defenses, or the problems of modern society. " [1] We have all seen it in job postings, “Must be able to work well in a team environment”. If you work for a large organization it can be even more important as size alone can make communication difficult.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 11, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! Now that you’re car is empty, it’s time to stock it and organize it for stress-free travel. Here are five easy tips to get you started and to keep your car organized when traveling: 1. We do this by organizing space, information, and time. Part of the Calahan Solutions, Inc.

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Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2007

Do they make inappropriate comments in a professional environment? How to Organize Tasks Effectively How to Deal with Inconsiderate Co-Workers Resizing Pictures in Microsoft Word 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues Administrative Procedures Manual - Does Your Department Need One? or “I wish I could quit!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 23, 2007

One person I know works full-time at home as an assistant, but in her case she runs the office of a volunteer organization and her home is actually the office: All couriers are sent to her home, the business phone, fax and computer are all at her home. I think I need the structure of the office environment to keep myself on track.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 29, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! Motivation: Create a Work Environment that Enhances Your Goals (@GinaParris Video) » Sometimes we just have to laugh @ our procrastination (video from @AgentXPQ) Sometimes you just have to laugh at yourself to really have an "a-ha" moment. 

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Small Business CEO

MAY 5, 2010

A lab order is faxed in. New requests get faxed then emailed to customer service which then inputs the information into the appropriate system, whether that be policy changes into policy administration, benefits questions into follow up logs or new claims into the claims system. Then a coordinator searches for the patient.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 6, 2008

First of all Ive worked for an organization as an admin asst for years and during this time I have seen many co-workers leave and have had to put up with a lot. If all else fails, you might want to start considering what type of work environment you are in. You mentioned that youve spoken to your supervisor, HR, etc.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

Organize then Prioritize. In order to effectively prioritize tasks, first you must organize your workspace. The ability to be organized allows you to focus and easily find documents and supplies you will need to complete projects. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Build positive relationships.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 12, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! Work With Stephanie « Get Organized and Lose Weight!   Have an Environment that is Focused on Work It may seem obvious, but your environment is important.  family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

Organize your visits to other offices or departments during the time of the day when you affected by the “power down&# so that you can get the boost you need to finish the day. Depending on what your office environment is like, listen to your favorite singer or band. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 3, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665 Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Work With Stephanie « Mon.   I don't care about virtual pillow fights or mafia wars or what color underwear you are wearing!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O!   When I used to work in a corporate environment, I almost always ate at my desk.    When I used to work in a corporate environment, I almost always ate at my desk.    When I used to work in a corporate environment, I almost always ate at my desk. 

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2007

8comments for this post Anonymous Although your comments are valid, I think it really depends on the office culture which can differ greatly between organizations. Its up to the individual to analyze this culture in addition to the individual relationships around them. On the other hand, Ive been in offices where I could hear a pin drop.

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The Office Professionals Place

OCTOBER 8, 2009

Eliminating the many pictures, mementos, and knick knacks will keep a professional look, but also maintain a pleasant environment. The ability to clear the clutter and make room in your office will increase productivity and show that you are an organized professional who can access information quickly when needed.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 3, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! are important tools in today's business environment.  family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665 Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Work With Stephanie « Are you Sabotaging Your Productivity?

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 8, 2010

As office professionals, we can observe his coaching tactics and style and apply them to the workplace environment. Teamwork is vital to any organization. Team work plays a very important role in a successful organization. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Always Remain Calm.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O!   Change your environment If you find that you are consistently getting sleepy at 1pm in your office, consider going to a different location in the building or a different building all together. Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Part of the Calahan Solutions, Inc.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O!   Pros of Planning Tool: Very organized product. It's the great planning tool debate - should I use paper or an electronic organizer (PDA) to organize my time and keep me on track? Make sure you choose an organizer that you feel confident and comfortable using.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 20, 2012

While it goes without saying that every EA should keep things confidential, be organized, and reliable, the best ones stand out for the below reasons. Understand the chain of command Whether you work in a very corporate environment or not, there is a succession of power and authority.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

There are some assistants however who enjoy the organizing and the business of being an administrative or executive assistant and they are good at their job and get great satisfaction in what they do. They dont want to change their career and that is all right too. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 21, 2009

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! Multiply that result by the number of people in an organization and the productivity gains are significant. Paul enjoys a national reputation as an expert in solving the productivity challenges faced by people working in today's frenetic environment.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 10, 2010

Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! Main | Start 2011 off Organized! Let the blood go to your brain (the thinking organ) and away from your legs and arms. of A Clear Path: Professional Organizing For Home, Work, Life 4. Thanks to Ann Acquaviva of The Creative Organizer LLC 5. Stop, Think And Re-engage 1.

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