Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2007

Discuss your skill set, experience and abilities in a confident manner. Here are 4 of the most difficult interview questions that companies will ask and ways to tackle them: Where do you see yourself in X number of years? Talk about what you feel is important to you in a professional manner and describe how you will meet these goals.

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 23, 2007

In relation to teaching organizational skills as well as skills in word processing and accounting, Bryant & Stratton College recently announced the launch of its new online Associate of Administrative Assistant ([link] degree program.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 20, 2008

Administrative assistants are highly skilled in many areas and sometimes we take it for granted, not recognizing where we could go with our skills. Event Planning: Event planning is a big industry that looks for people who are skilled in planning big events without a hitch. One of our main duties is to keep our bosses organized.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 29, 2009

These responsibilities require an individual who is proficient in computer software programs, communication skills, negotiation, time management, and organizational skills- to name a few. It is essential to continue to hone in those skills that will make you the indispensable assistant. computer software).

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 22, 2010

Misplaced – Develop a system Whether you are looking for a paper document or searching for an electronic file, developing an effective system will increase productivity and efficiency. • Paper Documents Use the color coded system for filing (ie. Colour code system is very effective in arranging the paper documents.

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Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2007

Remember that you are there to do your job because you have the skills and qualities that your manager hired you for. Over time, you will get the hang of dealing with difficult people and will become easier and easier each time. Eventually, you will get just a little annoyed and brush it off. Don’t let your work performance suffer.

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Small Business CEO

MAY 5, 2010

Others enter the data into payroll, into project tracking systems and then again into client billing systems. A lab order is faxed in. Patient and order information are then entered into the lab system. Example projects: Create interfaces between systems. Then a coordinator searches for the patient.

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Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2007

Skilled writing the key. This will help readers put a face to the writer. Post regularly. Keeping your readers up-to-date and information about current information on your company or topic will make them ask for more. Dont allow for spelling and grammar errors.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

New Years Resolution: Use a to-do list or task tracking system! - [link] - Cathy Sexton shares some great thoughts on to-do systems. Focus and Concentration Seven Secrets for Maximizing Your Concentration Skills - [link] - by Ali Luke shares some great tips that will help you increase your ability to focus and concentrate. 

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 6, 2008

This person sounds like a typical self-indulgent hipocrit who is climbing the ladder because of her people skills (kissing up) and not actual work related skills. After that the accused is going to get defensive no matter how nice you are.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

I am thankful for the new skills I have received and the old skills I have improved. Not only are you improving your skills and adding to your resume, you are making yourself more indispensable and an asset to your company or the next one. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 17, 2011

Work With Stephanie « My Theme for 2011: Decisive Productive Action | Main | 10 Reminder Systems for You To Consider » Stephanie Hosts Jill Hively: What’s for Dinner? family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665 Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 30, 2007

I was not being challenged and I was losing the skills that I had worked so hard at. how to use the fax machine, information about the phone system, where the photocopier is located, who my contacts are in this position, who I can call for help, etc. I look over the filing system and become familiar with that.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

  Yet, we try to do it all of the time by putting systems in place that don’t match our personal or our organizations’ styles. There are some that think that one system should work for everyone.    Understanding your style and developing systems that fit with who you are sets you up for success. . 

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 22, 2008

Lynn Crosbie a Medical Assistant at a Research Hospital says, “Every time I learn something new, I write it in my manual, i.e. how to use the fax machine, information about the phone system, where the photocopier is located, who my contacts are in this position, who I can call for help, etc. Become the Go-To Assistant in your office.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 10, 2010

Was it necessary for Steve to release his anger on the intercom system? Dealing with difficult people is a skill that requires patience, each situation means your reputation, career, and sanity are on the line. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. • Remain professional. A new topic each month.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

Although I did have the skills and experience, I wasnt sure employers would view the move as a social disconnect. I feel as if I have created a historic moment within the company, by (most likely) becoming its first male administrative assistant. At first, I was a little worried about becoming an administrative assistant.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

Organization means implementing an appropriate filing system (electronically and paper) and utilizing your task lists and calendar effectively so that you can locate items quickly when needed which increases productivity. You cannot expect to succeed if you don’t keep your skills up to date. Reward yourself.

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 25, 2010

Purpose of the call: • Offer weekly motivation and inspiration • Share ideas/thoughts about your worklife • Develop and improve interpersonal skills • Provide personal empowerment Every Monday, beginning July 19, 7 p.m. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. A new topic each month.

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Thursday, September 17, 2009 Motivation to be Motivated Motivation is an important skill that yields results. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Lets grow together! A new topic each month.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 14, 2009

This is a great way to build your network, improve your communication skills, and even build relationships that would later produce sales for your company. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today!

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The Office Professionals Place

MARCH 30, 2010

Perhaps they are having a bad day, or need to improve their interpersonal skills- nine times out of 10 it has nothing to do with YOU. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! A new topic each month.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 27, 2010

Second in developing the approach, practice active listening skills by clarifying and paraphrasing what you heard so that everyone is on the same page. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today!

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 10, 2009

This will give your superior an opportunity to get to know your capabilities and skills. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

You will definitely enhance writing, teambuilding, communication, and computer skills in the process. Getting a certification is another way to prove your skills in training. The program focuses on the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to compete for and perform as administrative assistants in the 21st century.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 13, 2011

Wordpress is not just a software, but a platform for managing, creating and publishing information on the Internet without having any technical and programming skills. Since I work at home (and because we're full-time RVers, always on the road), I need to be able to fax/copy/convert from anywhere. A Self-Hosted Wordpress Blog.

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

Here are 7 tips you can use when developing your leadership skills: 1. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

In the office, the expectation is to constantly exhibit decorum, tact, composure, and display knowledge of your skills. Performance reviews or evaluations are conducted for the sole purpose of letting us know what areas we need to improve or develop our skills. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 4, 2010

Work With Stephanie « Work From Home Mother - How to Organize Your Life and Home to Succeed | Main | Office Organization - 5 Steps to Setting Up Your Core Systems » Life Coaching Tips to Organize Yourself For Success (Guest Post: Natalie Dee) Nothing succeeds like success. Archive Network with Steph Is This You?

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 8, 2010

Similar to basketball players, we learn the strategies (skills) we need to complete the tasks and responsibilities that are entrusted to us by our employer. Approach a challenge as a way to improve or develop your skills, show the fans (colleagues) that you are the right person for the job! He is a success on and off the court.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Give a presentation on what benefits you bring to the company - Especially in a group interview setting, this can be a good way to showcase your presentation skills – something often difficult to really do in a traditional interview. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. A new topic each month.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 20, 2008

Business Telephone Systems & Phone Lines For Your Business techdepot.co.uk Many people have trouble writing a successful CV or cover letter, so if you have excellent writing skills and know how to effectively create a résumé then this business may be for you. OnlineOffice: Overview Get the Flash Player to see this player.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 28, 2011

I knew I had a knack for teaching/coaching as well as prioritizing & organizing & I wanted to share my skills w/ others.   She understands that every person is different and requires systems that work for them.  family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 23, 2010

Once you’ve developed this skill (and it’s a skill, like everything else, not an unchangeable inborn trait), your life will become much saner and you will be much happier. As I  wrote about here , learning to think positive was the skill that turned my life around.   Create simple systems.     13. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 10, 2010

Survival Skills For Living In A NOW World In my productivity consulting, the single most common woe I hear is that clients feel they can not keep up with all the demands placed on them in different areas of their lives. Thanks to Kerul Kassel of New Leaf Systems 36. If you need more skills in technology, find a geek to partner.

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