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10 Tips to Help Manage ADHD at the Office

All Things Admin

MARCH 9, 2022

Anxiety and stress. When I combined the information on adult ADHD with what I’ve learned in treating my generalized anxiety disorder, and my Time and Space Style Inventory (TSSI) results, it helped me create some better systems for managing my work environment for improved focus and productivity. Disorganization. Impulsivity.

Management

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Staying Healthy At The Office – 5 Interesting Tips

Eco-Office Gals

MAY 2, 2013

You wouldn’t even imagine the type of bacteria that lies around on your keyboard, your mouse and your phone. Full-spectrum lighting is always better – consider some sort of light bulbs that simulate daylight in an indoor environment. Remember To Wash Your Hands.

Keyboards

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How To Handle Hundreds Of Emails In Just One Hour

Productivityist

DECEMBER 22, 2016

A major part of my processing speed is in keyboard shortcuts in my e-mail program. You should look into keyboard shortcuts too. For each step of my process, I have a keyboard shortcut such as CTRL-1, CTRL-2 , CTRL-3, etc. I use my phone for this. The only email I receive on my phone is from those on my VIP list.

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Email Keyboards Phones Project Management

Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check and Maximize.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. Check: Are phone calls planned? For each one, write down what you hope to accomplish with the phone call to help you stay focused. Check: How much time is spent on e-mail?

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

Taking stock

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Before I left I went over my checklists a few times to make sure I had everything and it was stress free each day as I reviewed the lists and checked off the items to bring. The meetings were stress free and I was able to depend on my checklists and templates. Did I phone to get my electricity turned on? 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP Holidays International

Meetings Plus: Taking them offline

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes

Taking the time to acknowledge someone and say thanks.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

I sent another assistant a comical card about being stressed out at work. We work in a very busy office so it was a nice surprise for her to receive it and helped put the stress of the office in perspective. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. She loved it! Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

Admin Buddies

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

Kings and Queens of the Office

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

How can you survive in this kind of a working environment? Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:37 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , kings and queens of the office , problems , professional assistant , royalty , stresses at work Reactions: Newer Post Older Post Home Join me for a Webinar, Sept. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International

I got an e-slap on the wrist - Ouch!

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

An e-mail like the one I received would have been better delivered face to face or by phone in order to get the tone of what the person was trying to communicate. I stop the flow and pick up the phone. It is amazing how quickly a matter can be handled on the phone or in person. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP International 2008

Are you worried about job security?

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone. One of the things they stressed was to hire well. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes

Monty Python Officeland

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

Humour is a powerful stress reliever if done in good taste, but timing is everything. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Oh where or where is my password?

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP Holidays 2009

Going Checklist Crazy

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

As an aside, pen and paper will suffice if I have to, but you can see that the checklist can help avoid any unnecessary stresses from happening. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Another thing to put on your checklist if you are using a laptop is a memory stick. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes

When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off to work I go.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

An interview can be as stressful on those conducting it as on the person being interviewed if the conversation does not flow. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back.

Time Zones

Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing

Working for the Disorganized.

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

You will also feel more in control of the situation and less stressed. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP 2008 International

Meeting preparation.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

This does increase the preparation time, but on the day of the meeting it goes very smoothly with no stress. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back.

Agenda

Agenda Time Zones IAAP Calendars

Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

Minute taking definitely isnt easy, but it doesnt have to be stressful. In-camera If the Chair says this part of the meeting is in-camera, take your fingers off the keyboard, or put your pen down. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Lets enjoy our day together.© Oh where or where is my password?

Time Zones

Time Zones Agenda IAAP 2010

10 Things = Frustration

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

The cure: always answer the phone professionally - this way youre never caught off-guard. I agree that we should always answer the phone professionally, but if it is a co-worker calling, it seems silly to say "Patricia Robb speaking, Executive Assistant to the CEO, may I help you?" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP 2009 International

Which Person Would You Talk To?

Men With Pens

DECEMBER 1, 2009

It’s like stage stress, before walking up on a TV show or a big opening act. I think it’s good to change, to reconnect and adapt to whatever environment you fall into. Just look at our environment: nighttime, no sun, the moon. in person, on the phone, tape recorder, emailed questions…) 2.

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