Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? Today I had an interview and just as I arrived, I got really sick and wasn’t feeling well at all. Go on the interview and try to explain it so it is very minimal.

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 19, 2021

After tons of interviews, you finally find the right person to be part of your squad. As satisfying as this moment is, it can also be a stressful one too. At this point, the hiring manager is aware of who has met the recruitment prerequisites and why he wants to hire the chosen candidate. The hiring process is exhausting!

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Specifically, many companies fear that veterans have post-traumatic stress disorder and would be a problem at work. While some veterans do suffer from severe PTSD and need medication and counseling, others are able to cope with minimal assistance, experts say. But another reason is often not discussed openly among employers.

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Ideas.Ted

JULY 8, 2021

After more than 2,500 workers moved to a 35- or 36-hour workweek and declared themselves happier, healthier and less stressed, the country is now moving to make this an option for the majority of its workforce. Synergy Vision, a London-based medical and health care communications company, introduced a four-day week in late 2018.

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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.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 10, 2008

Calling in sick has always been an issue in offices and managers have looked for solutions. Let's face it, we all sometimes take a sick day off when we are not sick, but may just need a break from a high stressful job. I think they have a valid point. The problem with taking a sick day or a personal day is that it is unplanned.

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Success

JANUARY 27, 2023

Spurred by her son’s growing medical needs, Grady started studying the brain and neurodevelopment. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. In an ideal world, the future of work would find a way to prioritize mental health and well-being as much as physical health—what gets measured, gets managed.

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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. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

I was speaking to a manager the other day and he said when he gets a resume, that is one of the first things he checks. If you get an opportunity for an interview you may as well go and try it. Be prepared in the interview with your own questions too. I always like the interview to be a conversation, with both sides talking.

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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. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. She loved it! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. " Warning!

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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. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. Lets enjoy our day together.© " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

Managing your workload from home when you don’t have everything you need. Tools Options Preferences E-mail Options Advanced E-mail Options Unclick “Suggest names while completing To, cc and bcc…&# My life is much simply now with less stress. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I shut it off!

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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. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. " Warning! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Service Untitled

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

Panera also provided cash bonuses for hourly workers as well as management incentives. When I checked the employment page, I noted that employee benefits are comprehensive ranging from complete medical, dental coverage to pension, and disability benefits. Panera kept employee hours steady when other restaurants were cutting hours.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

As an aside, pen and paper will suffice if I have to, but you can see that the checklist can help avoid any unnecessary stresses from happening. Being organized helps de-clutter any task and makes it more manageable and doable. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Oh where or where is my password? " Warning!

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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. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

I read an interesting article on what management can do to prevent lay offs. One of the things they stressed was to hire well. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World.

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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. I work for 6 different managers as well a staff of another 25 or so. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!" Oh where or where is my password?

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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. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

At a recent meeting some assistants were complaining about all the e-mail in their Inbox and how frustrated they were getting trying to manage it all. Perhaps we put a lot of the stress on ourselves because we feel that every e-mail has to be replied to immediately. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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Success

MARCH 22, 2023

The bearded women who were carnival mainstays may have had medical conditions such as hypertrichosis or hirsutism, which may be caused by polycystic ovary syndrome. C Talent is an “inclusive disabled-led talent management and access consulting company,” according to their website.

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Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

His Get Attitude podcast won a Communicator Award for Diversity & Inclusion for his 8:46 Interviews Stories of Black America. As a keynote speaker, she has shared the stage with many influencers, including a recent interview with Venus Williams. Marie Forleo. Entrepreneur, writer, philanthropist.

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