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Snuff Out the Burnout

Office Dynamics

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. People on the verge of burnout usually are spending less time with family and friends. They have trouble getting away from the workplace. Set realistic objectives.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

Interpersonal & Communications skills Communication is essential to being successful with office manager responsibilities. Time management skills A person who doesn't manage their time properly will be overwhelmed by the amount of work that piles up. They may also be required to offer secretarial support to senior stakeholders.

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9 Steps to Quickly Increase Team Productivity

Office Dynamics

Do you touch base with your assistant every morning (face-to-face or by telephone) to discuss the day’s priorities, appointments, meeting preparation, department issues, phone calls, and project updates. An example is a red file for urgent mail and faxes, yellow for interoffice reports, green for general mail, blue for junk mail, etc.

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How to Organize Your Desk

Office Dynamics

Organizational Skills - Clean Up Your Stuff! There is more stuff on office desks: computers, printers, faxes and other new technologies. Activities: Cluster phone calls to make; cluster items to copy; cluster computer work; cluster large projects, etc. Messy desks are no longer just an office eyesore. Love the “round file!”

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Get A Job With A Thank You Letter

Professional Assistant Blog

Of course, you have to present yourself well, answer the interview questions properly, have the skills and knowledge of the position you are applying for and a few other factors that help you get the job. We both had similar skills, education, etc. My phone number is (XXX) XXX-XXXX. Until next time, T ake care - of your clutter!

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9 Steps to Quickly Increase Team Productivity

Office Dynamics

Do you touch base with your assistant every morning (face-to-face or by telephone) to discuss the day’s priorities, appointments, meeting preparation, department issues, phone calls, and project updates. An example is a red file for urgent mail and faxes, yellow for interoffice reports, green for general mail, blue for junk mail, etc.

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11 Tips To Improve Your Performance

Professional Assistant Blog

Show people your skills and how you are making a difference. Remember to smile, do your job well and increase your foundation of skills. Here are 11 quick tips for helping you overcome those office blues: Think of the positives, not the negatives. Try to focus your attention on things that are going right for you.

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