Office Dynamics

MARCH 25, 2020

Rare and unusual times have presented themselves as a result of the onset of Coronavirus COVID-19. Take time to spruce up your resume and Linkedin profile with recent job titles, courses, and certifications that give you a competitive edge. Update your professional portfolio.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

AUGUST 20, 2015

Even better, sign up to give a presentation or teach a class in your area of expertise! Just as fall is a time for cleaning up your outer environment, in many cultures, fall is a time to cleanse your inner environment as well. Stretch yourself! Don’t forget your own self-care.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

AUGUST 14, 2014

Even better, sign up to give a presentation or teach a class in your area of expertise! Just as fall is a time for cleaning up your outer environment, in many cultures, fall is a time to cleanse your inner environment as well. Stretch yourself! Don’t forget your own self-care.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

As an executive assistant used to a fast-paced environment supporting executives, you are like a finely tuned system. And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes. Presentation: package yourself like you would your resume: tidy things up and keep it current. You enjoy the challenge of each workday.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

As an executive assistant used to a fast-paced environment supporting executives, you are like a finely tuned system. And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes. Presentation: package yourself like you would your resume: tidy things up and keep it current. You enjoy the challenge of each workday.

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Gifts Job Hunting Resume Skills 100

C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 1, 2020

In a top-tier C-level Executive Assistant job with a large firm, some assistants have a great deal of leadership responsibility and are expected to seamlessly step in when their employer is not present. All this is to say, responsibilities and the environment of the job may differ from employer to employer.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 3, 2007

One of the many things I remember, and have put to good use, was a workshop on resume writing. In resume writing they suggested that any experience over 10 years was too old to put on your resume. For example I was applying for a job in the legal environment so wanted to highlight that]. accessed August 3, 2007).

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Job Advice Blog

AUGUST 2, 2010

If presented well, the examples will convince the hiring manager you’re the right person for the job. Evaluate the organization’s work environment, the commute, the compensation, and the benefits. They are the tools you bring with you to the interview. Third , research the company. Consider your skills and attributes and traits.

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Step It Up VA Coaching

AUGUST 16, 2012

Even better, sign up to give a presentation or teach a class in your area of expertise! Just as fall is a time for cleaning up your outer environment, in many cultures, fall is a time to cleanse your inner environment as well. Stretch yourself! Don’t forget your own self-care.

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Social Media Filing Resume Environment 100

On The Job

JUNE 26, 2008

You catch the boss working on his resume. But while others were frantically sending out resumes, she decided to stay put. While she left a year later, she says it was those skills and opportunities presented by the floundering employer that taught her the most. Time for you to join the exodus, right? Not so fast.

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Admin Awards

APRIL 24, 2020

And given the role many administrative staff are playing in supporting their teams in today’s challenging business environment, they deserve the recognition more than ever. Knowing how to run virtual meetings, organize newsletters and create PowerPoint presentations puts you a cut above the rest. Industry knowledge.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

This is your first shot at presenting yourself as a leader to your desired place of work. Make your resume “pop” with accomplishments and leadership. But do not create a resume by describing your work experience as merely job responsibilities and duties. This is an important distinction between good resumes and the bad.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 10, 2009

Here are five ways to create a positive working environment for the new manager. Forward your resume, create brief descriptions of recent projects you have completed for the company, or a CV. Make Your Workplace Presentable - Clear Clutter You should be given a date when your new boss will start. Need a speaker/presenter?

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

This adds to your performance review, resume, and skills. Again, the benefits will reflect positively on your performance review, resume, and add to your knowledge of skills. The workplace can become a stressful environment if you do not have positive relationships with the people who you spend a lot of time with – co-workers.

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Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

Change some aspect of your meeting about every twenty minutes: presentation style, insert Q&A, use a panel discussion, small group breakouts, videos, mini-breaks, team presentations, exercises, games, quizzes, feedback, voting, etc. Take advantage of the environment by changing the dress code, refreshments, activities, etc.

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Men With Pens

OCTOBER 28, 2012

Tons of professional writers offer consultations (in person, online, or by phone), e-courses, lectures, tutoring, coaching, conference presentations, and workshops in places as diverse as their own living rooms and large auditoriums. Once you’ve delivered a few successful lessons, add your teaching credentials to your resume and About page.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Some people in the office were trying to get the remote working as we had a PowerPoint presentation coming up and were calling it things like remote thingy , remote slide clicker, wireless mouse so I finally asked, "Does anyone know what the official name for that thing is?" It's called a Presentation Remote. Thanks Patty.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 20, 2009

I was in a workshop today on presentation skills and one of the things they had us do was present something to the group while they filmed us. Other than the extra work I need to do at the gym to tone up and trim down, I saw some good qualities as well and it was helpful to see myself present. Thanks Anonymous for sharing.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

Polish up the ol resume It is all right to send your resume out and see what kind of response you get. In this new age of not doing anything more than a quick spell check on documents, make sure you do not have any spelling mistakes in your resume. Job satisfaction is important. They are interested, now what?

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Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Make sure your resume is up to scratch: Your resume should list your skills, your experience in working as a virtual assistant, and any other capabilities that you think potential employers are looking for. Alternatively, you can list yourself with other online placement sites as well. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

Perhaps you will be able to put together documents, presentations, grants, and portfolios using Excel, Powerpoint, Word and any other databases or programs you have taken classes for. I can not stress volunteering enough to spruce up your resume for when are you ready to leave your current company.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 16, 2010

Beside being a junior level EA and having multiple administrative support jobs in the past, I am not sure how I can present myself as a capable and competent EA. I also always bring many copies of my resume, cover letter, and recommendations. Do you have any suggestions/advice for me? Dear MJ, I’m glad you enjoy my blog.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 17, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 17 April, 2010 Keeping focussed in a busy environment There are so many distractions in the office -- the telephone, your co-workers, email and your boss! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.©

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On The Job

MARCH 10, 2010

It’s something you should highlight in your resume and cover letter.” There are also many opportunities that wouldn't be there if you were in a business or government environment. Thanks for presenting another side of the picture for us. Do a gut check and determine the causes you feel strongly about.

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2007

The reasons for this are quite predictable: No safe employment environment, even in big corporations. Have a more flexible work environment, to suit ones needs better. Töpfer presents THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG: Work-Life Balance 2.0 Töpfer presents THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG » Blog Archive » Work-Life Balance 2.0

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

If you are the presenter you have to study and know your subject well which helps you to be more confident in what you know and you also gain experience in making presentations which can help you in your career. The web also has anonymity and sometimes people receive information better from people they dont know.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

Click on that and you will find a wealth of templates from a resume, cover letter, minutes, agenda and many others. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. I believe someone mentioned there were almost 500 to choose from.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

How you present yourself and what you wear to the office can help how you feel about what you are doing. Of course you have to be prepared and know your stuff, but knowing you look good when you walk in the door will do wonders on how you present yourself. Sometimes it is all in how you feel isnt it? What about your work space?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 27, 2009

I went to a writing workshop and the woman who was presenting said that comedians are only as funny as their writers. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. How do comedians do it? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

The art of saying thank you can sometimes get lost in our busyness, but here are some examples of times it would be nice to send a card from work: To thank presenters who speak at your workplace. What a neat idea for businesses too. To thank an employee for showing initiative and going the extra mile. ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

She said it wouldnt look good on my resume if I was seen as a job hopper. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. When I was a teenager, I had some good advice from someone I used to babysit for.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

How can you survive in this kind of a working environment? Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 8, 2009

It is great training for the office environment, no matter what field you end up in. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. link] We dont typically call ourselves secretaries anymore, but they do still exist.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

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