Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

Ive been in these types of situations quite often, but have learned over time that many photocopiers these days have functions so advanced that it can clean your floors, do your dishes and tuck your kids in at night. She also mentions that she needs it completed urgently, since she had to schedule a meeting with some clients right away.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2007

Check them out and see what else you can learn! If you ever feel discouraged, just remember that there have been and are people out there just like you right now. You have to make yourself shine through the crowd. Here are some more articles on job seeking tips. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter!

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Learn from them and build on your weaknesses to make them into strengths. If someone is being negative with you, ask them why they are raising their voice or why they are being pessimistic. At times, the person that conveys this tone doesn’t realize they are coming across in a harmful manner. Try to forget about work outside of work.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 10, 2008

Our lives are increasingly hectic and we are bombarded by so much stuff on a daily basis that learning to be productive, so as to handle the stresses of modern life, is a wise move. There is an entire industry dedicated to the issue; a sub-niche of personal development, capable of surviving and even thriving on its own.

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Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2007

Try to throw in your own spin on information that you learn and post about. Dont be afraid to spice it up a little. This will enable your readers to comment on your posts and start a discussion. Be creative on your posts. Keep posts short. Try to keep your posts between 250 - 500 words.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 28, 2008

After speaking with you and the group, I believe that I would be a perfect candidate for this position, offering the quick learning and adaptability that is needed for a diversified position. I appreciate your time and consideration in interviewing me for this position.

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

What you’ll learn Explore the Evolution of Remote and Hybrid Work to Unlock New Opportunities and Flexibility in Your Career Path. My first office didn’t have a copy machine or a fax or anything like that. And I think learning and development is kind of overseen. They didn’t exist. They were so ridiculous.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

  (Steph says: Learn more in Paul's book and DVD have them all - [link] mprice6   iPad with google calendar that I share with my assistant marj_asturias    Google Apps for me all the way. link] Natasha A Jones Google calendar, we use it as a family calendar. All at a glance.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2007

Here are 5 ways to score brownie points with your boss and get that promotion or raise (or both) a little faster: The one thing that I’ve learned over the course of my career is to try getting to know your boss. Are you a seasoned veteran like myself (well, this is what people tell me)?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

Fax Blasts I remember someone from my IAAP Chapter asked me to fax the notice of our Chapter dinner to a list of about 60 companies to promote it. I dont know about you, but when I get these "flyer" type faxes, they go immediately in the recycle bin. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

Ive been working as an assistant for quite a number of years, but theres always something new to learn. I always viewed it as a chance to learn first hand from experienced professionals in the business world. Take care, Patricia Posted on 13 September, 2007 8:01 PM Richard Rinyai Hi Patricia, I agree!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 26, 2011

" Google Docs with XL Joanne Lang also suggested Google docs with XL.    You would use Google docs the same way you would an MS Office Excel worksheet.  Learn whatis enhancing or impeding your productivity today!   Note :  "The cloud" is a phrase I used a lot in this post. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Google profile - If you'd like, you can see my Google Profile [link] Some of these sites are straight and simple online business cards making it easy to connect, while others will aggregate your content into one location too.  Learn whatis enhancing or impeding your productivity today!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

11 Must-Have Android Apps for Business - [link] - "Among all the apps pouring into Google's Market, here are a few notable gems."   Learn more: www.CalahanSolutions.com or www.ProductiveAndOrganized.net , or call 309.826.5263. Learn whatis enhancing or impeding your productivity today!

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Professional Assistant Blog

JULY 22, 2008

I have set up a folder for Google Alerts to keep me updated on what is new in my profession. Share what you have learned with your boss. They are now at my convenience, rather than being in my face every time I look in my Inbox. With my new rule they go directly to that folder. Putting the asterisk makes sure it is first on my list.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

  Today you will learn about 12 business productivity tools that they can't live without. Schedule = Success My favorite is: There is no tool more useful to me than an electronic calendar (Outlook, ACT, Thunderbird, Google, it doesn't matter what brand.) Learn whatis enhancing or impeding your productivity today!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

When I have a lot of errands, I enter the addresses into an online map site (like Google Maps or MapQuest) and then rearrange them to figure out what the best route is so that I'm not retracing my steps. Learn whatis enhancing or impeding your productivity today! Thanks to Janice Simon of The Clutter Princess 2.

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Free alternatives (Google Talk, Twiddla) are catching up in terms of functionality, and I am starting to test them out with clients that share my interest in new technology. Obviously you need a business address for post / faxes etc but is even a live receptionist necessary? You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 27, 2009

Your co-workers are probably all new to you, you dont know how to use the photocopier or fax machine and more importantly "where is the bathroom?" Be kind to your new hires and available to answer their questions and help them learn the ropes. I think people forget how overwhelming everything can be when you start a new job.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Our organization uses Google Apps for our e-mail, calendar and cloud solution. Unlike traditional e-mail, Google Apps utilizes labels instead of a folder system for e-mail sorting and storage. Learn whatis enhancing or impeding your productivity today! That will help reduce the clutter in your in-box. Lovin' Those Labels!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 3, 2011

The tool gives you a powerful index search -- like how you would search on Google -- that allows you to find your information fast.    It is important to learn how to manage your time effectively and get organized so that you can focus on the most important things in your life.  Are You as Productive as You Could Be?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Its and Its Learned vs. Learnt Lets versus lets Listing job responsibilities May,Should, Must may/might and can/could Me or Myself? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

  Keep reading to learn what my colleagues and friends had to say about the "Great Calendar Debate."   If you aren't particularly tech-savvy, you might feel more comfortable using a paper planner, rather than having to learn the ins and outs of an electronic diary system. say, to heck with that.

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 6, 2010

Learn how to use publishing software and create eye-catching promotional material. That should include email address, website address, phone number, fax, company address. My Web StumbleUpon Google Bookmarks Technorati BlinkList Newsvine ma.gnolia reddit Windows Live Tailrank Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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