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JUNE 1, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, June 1, 2009 Is Stress Making You Want to Kiss Your Job Goodbye? What levels of stress was he seeing? Its sort of like being an invisible Spiderman, without the goofy costume.

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MARCH 4, 2023

His mouth is blocked by a powder-blue medical face mask, but I can see a smile forming in his eyes. And I’m not on speaking terms with my own mother, which adds an additional, often stomach-turning layer of stress and sadness to an already trying time. After a few minutes of warm cuddling, I check my phone to see the time.

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MARCH 19, 2014

To counteract the closed-in position maintained while talking on the phone, typing at your computer or reviewing documents, tilt your head back slightly while bringing your arms behind your waist to open and stretch the neck, chest and shoulders. You’ll boost creativity, increase productivity, reduce stress and soothe your soul.

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Tips From T. Marie

JANUARY 4, 2017

In January of 2007 I was working as a real estate paralegal while going to school for medical coding and billing. Anyone who has ever taken part in a real estate closing knows they are a stressful event. Phone and email are no longer the only ways to stay in touch with clients. Literal tears. Communication has become easier too.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

I know this not because I'm medically qualified to tell you so, or because I have a hot line to the Centers for Disease Control. You want them to go to bed, and stay off e-mail and the phone. Tags: sick days sick at work stress career advice can't be sick call in sick Anita Bruzzese. They were sneezing. They were whining.

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 19, 2021

As satisfying as this moment is, it can also be a stressful one too. You’ll miss out on quality candidates if your recruitment workflow processes are slow and lengthy Move fast and make an offer over the phone first. After tons of interviews, you finally find the right person to be part of your squad.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

"  That was one of the first things she said to me on the phone.    Sometimes your focus obstacles could be caused by a medical condition.  Consider Checking for a Medical Condition In some instances, your sleepiness, or lack of focus during the day can be tied to a medical condition, such as sleep apnea. 

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

If you're an employer, I hope it hits home for you and the next action you take is picking up the phone to find a vet to hire. Specifically, many companies fear that veterans have post-traumatic stress disorder and would be a problem at work. Then, this column I did for Gannett/USAToday may be a real eye-opener for you.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 25, 2010

With offices at home, we’ve become more addicted to work and the constant e-mails and phone calls. You can put all your medical information in a folder so that at a moment’s notice you can grab it and go to the doctor or hospital. Tags: overwhelmed home office stress get organized. Have a “dump” zone.

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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

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

If you are a job seeker, send a greeting to every person you talked with about your career search this year, whether that talk was in person, by phone, or by email. Stay Stress-Free, If Possible. Do not let your desire to send holiday greetings bring stress into your work life. Write to everyone who offered help. Happy holidays!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

I believe I have created an effective way to stay organized and on schedule while tracking symptoms & medication related to chronic illness.  They can carry the to appointments, allowing their physician to review it & connect symptoms w/factors such as stress/other environmental causes. I added hubby on to view and edit.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

So in that moment it could cause him to think it was stress related and that you might act like that if it was ever too busy at the office. 1) Call from your car or the parking lot and say you had a personal/medical emergency and that you need to go address that. In the meeting you mentioned you were having a bad day.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 10, 2008

There is a wireless phone advertisement on the different ways you can call in sick using their product. 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.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 3, 2011

  I personally LOVE how easy it is to manage all of the complex medical information we have in our family.    Do you have some medical concerns that you have been ignoring?    Why be time-pressed and struggle when you can easily get more done with less stress. "  ~ P.T.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 7, 2010

  Maybe you want to loose weight to save money on medical bills.    The National Association of Professional Organizers ( NAPO ) reports that 75-90% of all visits to physicians are stress related.    Having a workout and healthy eating plan can also reduce your stress. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

This topic came back up the other day as I was working with an extremely successful medical professional.    Here is what some of them said: JaniceSimon Mostly at my desk but feel less stressed when eat lunch away from desk. How Do You De-Stress? Keep reading for more perspective. Need the break!

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JUNE 14, 2013

Many people in dire financial predicaments have been unfortunate victims of a stressed economy, catastrophic medical emergencies, or divorce, but are now looking to obtain the tools to once again demonstrate their strong financial responsibilities. Here are some suggestions: Stay calm.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. Check: Are phone calls planned? For each one, write down what you hope to accomplish with the phone call to help you stay focused. Check: How much time is spent on e-mail?

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Service Untitled

MAY 27, 2010

Of course, a customer service representative doesn’t need a computer program to tell them how a customer is feeling when he starts screaming in the phone, but Magnify claims it can predict that outcome before it actually happens. Cogito Health uses similar programs to diagnose depression, drug compliance and post traumatic stress.

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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. Did I phone to get my electricity turned on? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Service Untitled

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

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’s attitude towards their employees can only stress the importance of employee satisfaction delivering and contributing to customer satisfaction.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 7, 2012

Try to set up the communication of the office so your boss checks their own emails and responds, but you are in charge of all the mtg coordination, phones, and anything that happens in the office. You answer the phone, book travel, offer beverages to guests, book meetings, prepare the conference room, order food, etc.

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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. (for

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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. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

An e-mail like the one I received would have been better delivered face to face or by phone in order to get the tone of what the person was trying to communicate. I stop the flow and pick up the phone. It is amazing how quickly a matter can be handled on the phone or in person. Why are we not speaking to each other anymore?

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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 12, 2008

My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone. One of the things they stressed was to hire well. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion.

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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. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Success

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Or maybe, looking at all your data, the artificial intelligence has already sent a prescription to a pharmacy and the medication is on the way to your home before you even realize there’s a problem, much less go to a doctor. Then at some point, he tells me why he does what he does—and he stresses that it’s not about the money.

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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. Another thing to put on your checklist if you are using a laptop is a memory stick. A memory stick is my back up if my laptop and I part ways. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion.

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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 also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion.

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Success

DECEMBER 14, 2022

One afternoon, while mopping the floor, she overheard a phone call that left him in a terrible frown, Insurance asking for more money than he had, and her heart began to drown. Her Noah’s Arks Rescue charity pays the medical, rehabilitation and caregiving costs for dogs that otherwise would be euthanized. A Rescue Mission.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

The cure: always answer the phone professionally - this way youre never caught off-guard. I agree that we should always answer the phone professionally, but if it is a co-worker calling, it seems silly to say "Patricia Robb speaking, Executive Assistant to the CEO, may I help you?" January 19, 2009 Patricia Robb said. I shut it off!

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