All Things Admin

APRIL 17, 2024

Here’s how you can implement color coding: Physical Files : Use colored folders or labels to differentiate between different projects or document types. I love translucent colored poly pockets combined with colored file folders to create instant visual distinction of what’s waiting for me each day in my priority sorter.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. Tools of the Trade Familiarize them with the essential programs and platforms used by the company (project management, file management, internal communications, virtual meeting platforms, etc.),

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All Things Admin

JUNE 8, 2022

Another perk is that a digital portfolio can include links, downloadable files, and audio and video components that are difficult or impossible to incorporate into a print version. Communication Skills. Project Management. Writing Skills. Here are some options to consider: Blog. Work Samples or Portfolio.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 26, 2023

​Whether you’re using it for travel planning, procedures development, project management, or just basic notetaking, OneNote is one of the most dynamic software programs out there for administrative professionals. Previously, I talked about two of my favorite OneNote features – color coding and custom tags. Here’s how you create one.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 8, 2016

There are many projects and/or tasks that are just not necessary to complete today, tomorrow, later in the week, or even next week. Quickly get these projects and/or tasks off of your desk, place them in a tickler file or schedule a reminder and revisit them at the appropriate time.

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Who's the Real Boss?

MARCH 11, 2019

In fact many of the older assistants lacked the skills that the younger ones had, and really all they had over the juniors was the maturity they carried. Perhaps you can’t be bothered ‘holding their hand’ through the project, assuming they would actually need that (when they might not!).

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Whether it’s scribbled notes or complex digital files, the importance of procedures documentation cannot be overstated. Here are some of my favorite tools for advanced procedures documentation: Microsoft Office Suite /OneDrive : For real-time collaboration, document creation, video and audio recording, and file storage.

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