Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Before I left I went over my checklists a few times to make sure I had everything and it was stress free each day as I reviewed the lists and checked off the items to bring. The meetings were stress free and I was able to depend on my checklists and templates. It will make my life easier. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 July, 2010 Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check and Maximize Time Management Photo from Flickr: Public Domain It’s not always about giving the boss her money’s worth – sometimes, it just feels great to know that work time is being managed well. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

I sent another assistant a comical card about being stressed out at work. We work in a very busy office so it was a nice surprise for her to receive it and helped put the stress of the office in perspective. She loved it! I dont often promote any businesses from my blog, but I thought this one was worth talking about. (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Many times I am so thankful I had that quick chat or read that email that I was copied on as that was the exact information I needed when they were away. Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. Yes, it is always nice to have a work buddy. 23, 1 p.m. (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:37 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , kings and queens of the office , problems , professional assistant , royalty , stresses at work Reactions: Newer Post Older Post Home Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Perhaps even on a little royalty as you pass their way. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

If the meeting is internal, I send a meeting request, but for external meetings I tend to just confirm with them the meeting details by phone or e-mail. Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful. As I hear from the different parties I can put a check mark or an X whether they are available or not. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2007

Heres a product that will help you feel better and relieve pain, carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive stress injury. By The Professional Assistant on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 Filed Under: Ergonomics , Productivity D o you find yourself typing too much? Using the mouse too often? Click on the picture to find out more information.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

Networking within your own company is a great way to keep your current job or secure a future one. One of the things they stressed was to hire well. 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! Be thankful.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

Humour is a powerful stress reliever if done in good taste, but timing is everything. 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 not that Im funny, because Im not, but I find a lot of things funny.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

You will also feel more in control of the situation and less stressed. 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!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

An interview can be as stressful on those conducting it as on the person being interviewed if the conversation does not flow. 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! A firm but short handshake is all it takes.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

If I forgot to bring my laptop with me to a meeting out of town, that would be an almost disaster for me because I prepare my minutes ahead of time on my computer and basically all I have to do at the meeting is fill in the blanks. Another thing to put on your checklist if you are using a laptop is a memory stick. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

Trust me, it can be very stressful! Until next time, Take care - of your clutter! You have access to more resources, such as better technology and online learning (which is usually provided by the company). You are more options to stay within the firm, but to branch out to other jobs.

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2008

Its either dead quiet or everyone needs you all at the same time. The best way to deal with stressful situations like this is to stop, take a breath and relax for a few minutes. Just getting out the tension will release any anxiety and stress you may have. Try removing yourself from the situation by taking a short walk.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

This does increase the preparation time, but on the day of the meeting it goes very smoothly with no stress. 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! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 14, 2008

Using e-mail is a great tool, especially if you are trying to cut down on company costs via international phone calls and postage fees. Sure, there are times that e-mail is appropriate, such as when you need some sort of record from a client to fulfill their product order. At least you will have proof of it.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

You have to share your secrets with us, if you are not feeling stressed, which I hope you are not. Another option is to create templates in Microsoft Office and either e-mail them to everyone or place them on a network drive for everyone to access. My response to this is: Wow, you are doing the work of 3 people?

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 28, 2007

By The Professional Assistant on Tuesday, August 28, 2007 Filed Under: Organize A re you afraid to talk to your boss about your workload - if you really do feel stressed about the workload that you have? Youd be amazed of how well it works and helps you negotiate the only thing that you really can negotiate - time!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

Internal e-mails amongst co-workers should have a business tone to it as well, although less formal. Perhaps we put a lot of the stress on ourselves because we feel that every e-mail has to be replied to immediately. Spelling, grammar and punctuation should be paid attention to and you should keep in mind the tone of your communcation.

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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. It’s understandable this has come about. And that’s just for your personal life. Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 6, 2008

Lifes too short to stress out! Until next time, T ake care - of your clutter! You can also check out an article I wrote on " 4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues " I hope that Ive at least shed some light on your situation and hope that things can get resolved one way or another.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

Minute taking definitely isnt easy, but it doesnt have to be stressful. Below are a few tips so the task is not as daunting: Filling in the blanks I take minutes on a laptop so it is easy to make a template ahead of time which is based on the agenda. (New Lets enjoy our day together.© 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

You usually answer according to what you see on the display and say “Hi&# , thinking it is an internal call, but they are transferring an outside call so you end up sounding unprofessional. When the Receptionist, or a co-worker, transfers a call without letting you know they are sending it. I shut it off! How important is it, really?

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Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 30, 2007

Now you can show your boss the new presentation that they were asking for, without getting your stress level up. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter! You might need to do some formatting on Powerpoint, since it only allows for so many rows. Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

The short answer is create your own luck, network for mutually beneficial relationships, give back, know your unique selling point, be proactive, and be humble and grateful. The amount of skill, pressure, stress, and problem solving differs at each of those levels. Someone’s selfless time, attention, and care.

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