Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

Hello Readers - 8 months ago, a reader asked me a question about fraternization and social etiquette at work. And what is the best way to present it? However, very rarely will advice come in this form so it’s up to you to figure out how to solve the gap. The link is that original post.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 19, 2011

The questions arise, when we begin to think about applying traditional etiquette rules to this progressive style of communication. The bottom line is that there is a fine line of what is and isn’t acceptable when it comes to our technologically driven forms of communication in the workplace. Can we text an RSVP?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 22, 2009

For my readers from other countries, you will note there is a section for foreign dignitaries and if you click on that it will give you the proper form to address just about anyone in the world. Another helpful site I refer to for protocol on addressing officials is www.formsofaddress.info.

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 7, 2009

If you have a few ideas or requests in your e-mail, it is best to set it out in point form so the person does not have to dig for it. Robbs drivers license; - A completed application form; and - a cheque or money order in the amount of $10 made out to the Ministry of Heath." Point being.

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Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

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.

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Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 1, 2009

I only use this if I have a form or something that I always want the current date on it. Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural?

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Time Zones 2009 IAAP 2008 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2009

If you know what works best for you and if your job is 80/20 on what you like then you can put up with the small stuff like filing and filling out expense forms. This is an important thing to know.

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