Success

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Emotional intelligence refers to your capacity to handle internal and external emotions. Ultimately, in leadership, those with high emotional intelligence are able to maintain better relationships with their team members, think clearer in stressful or emotional situations and come up with better ideas for how to manage personnel issues.

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Job Advice Blog

APRIL 22, 2010

Many of my clients have asked me to help them prep for a phone interview. What do you do on the phone? Despite the limitations associated with a phone screen you can still make a powerful impression – powerful enough to get the real deal – an invite to the office. This is probably going to be your home and cell phone.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Are Eu-Stressing or Dis-Stressing? Do you feel tired and stressed throughout each work day? Unfortunately, stress is always going to be a part of our lives. The only people that are not stressed are the ones that arent alive. Eustress is the type of stress that makes you feel good.

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Success

AUGUST 29, 2022

And then the phone rang. As the words “We have a problem…” came through the phone, the blood drained from my face and a sharp pain pierced my stomach. But I do know that it changed me and my life forever, the day I now refer to as “The 2×4 Day”—when I got hit upside the head by a 2×4. It was my partner. And it did.

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Contest: Best Stress Tips - Win $1500 By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, October 02, 2008 Filed Under: Productivity D o you feel stressed at work? People get stressed all of the time. Getting rid of stress in your life can make you more productive , keep you healthy and even keep you sane.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JANUARY 7, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Trying to Phone/Fax Internationally? In my particular field (Publishing), it can be very stressful when your boss asks you to fax something right away, since the time difference is substantial at times and you need to figure out how to decipher a fax number. There’s a really easy solution to this.

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Success

MARCH 13, 2023

If you have a physical receipt or other business paperwork, take a photo and upload it to your computer folder or the cloud for future reference. But, as a freelancer, having someone who knows what they’re doing take care of your taxes can help you avoid added stress. Get some help Preparing your taxes yourself is cheaper.

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On The Job

AUGUST 3, 2020

These are often referred to as soft skills, and they have been growing in importance in the workplace. But the emotions we feel as we go through this pandemic -- loss, grief, compassion, stress and depression -- can ultimately help us be better colleagues and bosses in the future. Well done!

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Productivityist

SEPTEMBER 4, 2015

These email principles will help you take control of your inbox and reduce the stress that comes with using time and energy effectively. This way, you can always refer to old emails. You probably get notifications on your phone. Whenever you get a text, a message on Facebook, or an email, your phone lights up with a ding!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 24, 2017

Then, when it’s finally time to take a day off and relax, or travel for business, they’re starting from scratch and the planning process suddenly feels more stressful than ever! Use the checklist to help organize your travel planning superpowers so you can feel the joy of a stress free trip. Booking Your Trip.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 18, 2020

This makes a stressful time even tenser. Third Paragraph – Action : Suggest the course of action you’d like the reader to take, such as schedule a phone call or interview. This most crucial part of your business cards is your contact information, such as your name, phone number, and email. References.

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 6, 2016

The majority of people who use the phone book are seniors. But not all seniors use the phone book. That demographic is getting older and older and the number of people that are likely to find you in the phone book is getting smaller and smaller. I can’t stress that enough. Only those who don’t have the internet.

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On The Job

JANUARY 3, 2014

You may answer in the negative, thinking this refers to a desire to drive over the speed limit. That may mean that you''re always working, forever connected to your smartphone so you won''t miss a text, e-mail or phone call. Are you addicted to speed? We want to stop and we need to stop, but we can''t.

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On The Job

APRIL 9, 2008

Human resource people tell me a good reference can make or break a job applicant, but many of those vying for jobs seem to give their references little or no consideration. With that in mind, here are some tips for getting the most out of your references: 1. Contact the reference. Provide the best reference.

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Workplace Insight

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Far fewer employees have laptops (39 percent), mobile phones (40 percent) or tablet computers (13 percent) available to them at work. It can be very stressful for employees if they have nowhere to take a personal call during the day or simply “be alone”.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 30, 2010

» Increase Productivity: Focus on What You CAN Control - Free Yourself from Feeling Overwhelmed/Stressed Thanks for dropping by my blog today.  It seems the more people I talk to, the more I hear about stress, frusteration and the inability to concentrate due to overwhelm.  How do you control overwhelm and stress?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

OCTOBER 8, 2010

  Check out Increase Productivity: Focus on What You CAN Control - Free Yourself from Feeling Overwhelmed/Stressed Tell me more! Network with Stephanie or Connect with Your Smart Phone Become a Fan Follow this blog Categories News & Updates!   Today is a continuation on that theme.   Keep reading to learn more!

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Do you find that your staff are not being consistent with their memos, e-mails , the way they answer the phone , etc.? You have to share your secrets with us, if you are not feeling stressed, which I hope you are not. My response to this is: Wow, you are doing the work of 3 people? Ok, I had to squeeze that in.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2007

As an assistant I have always been amazed when someone has called me wanting to speak to my boss and then has been rude on the phone. They are probably under a lot of stress due to a deadline or a situation that may have happened and they are taking that stress out on you. Don't argue.

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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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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 19, 2013

It is no secret that you work more efficiently, are more motivated and less stressed out when your workplace is well organized. Evernote is software designed for note taking and archiving, which is available for iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows Phone, as well as for OS X and Microsoft. You can also include file attachments.

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2008

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. This happens to me quite often, since I help about 30 people, including 6 managers. Exercise can do wonders.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

You will most likely be given the staff phone list and an organization chart. You should keep these readily available to remind yourself who does what as you will need to refer to that often. Best to write the answers down for future reference. If not, ask for it. You want to avoid asking the same questions over and over.

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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? Home About Me Advertise Are You Afraid to Talk to Your Boss? Try using the "Compliment Sandwich" method.

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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. Another point I would like to stress is to archive your e-mails for a certain period of time that either you or your company feels would be appropriate. At least you will have proof of it.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 18, 2016

If you don’t get that reference, keep reading.) Today, there are constant beeps, alerts, and dings from your phone and computer. Remember, paper planners are there to make your life easier, not more stressful. But, there are always two sides to a piece of washi tape. (If So, let’s get into it. – T.

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

Trust me, it can be very stressful! No matter which type of firm you choose, make sure that it’s a perfect fit for you and your employer. You don’t want to end up looking for another job. If you like this post, please subscribe to my feeds or get posts e-mailed directly to you. Until next time, Take care - of your clutter!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

.  1) reference information and an 2) action system.    Reference Systems Your reference system is what you might think of as a traditional paper filing system.    It contains the information that you need to keep for reference, but is not necessarily accessed on a daily basis. 

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Productivity Bits

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

F or people who have never done it, working from home often holds the allure of a thing with infinite advantages: no boss, no commute, no annoying coworkers, more freedom, less stress, and so on in a never-ending list of awesomeness. Working from home takes a great degree of self-discipline if there is no direct pressure to put in the hours.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 25, 2011

They are then placed in a reference (Rolodex) file by type of business and not the name. In addition to the name, phone numbers, company, and e-mail, include where and when you met the person, who introduced you, and why you might want to contact him/her in the future. Not Worth Stressing Out About. The business cards?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

If your checked is not greater than your unchecked, fix it tomorrow and see stress diminish. Network with Stephanie or Connect with Your Smart Phone Become a Fan Follow this blog Categories News & Updates! .  Check off everything that is leading you towards your goals. 3 - What is your ratio of checked to unchecked?

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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.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

They can carry the to appointments, allowing their physician to review it & connect symptoms w/factors such as stress/other environmental causes. We also both have android phones and when I add appointments on my phone it syncs online and vice versa. link] Natasha A Jones Google calendar, we use it as a family calendar.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Work With Stephanie « Link Lineup: Time Management, Org Tools, Focus Concentration and Top Mobil Phone Apps | Main | Are you Time-challenged Tim or Non-productive Nancy? Smart Phone!! My favorite is: The iPhone although any smart phone will do. And it's a PHONE! Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 3, 2011

.  Here are a few tips to get started: Set up a filing system to store and manage your paperwork Your paperwork likely consists of three types of paper:  1) stuff you need to take action on 2) stuff you are saving for reference and 3) stuff that you should have tossed a long time ago, but haven't.    Avoid backlog. 

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On The Job

JANUARY 28, 2008

When I speak with someone on the phone today, or exchange e-mails, I will try and find out a little bit more about this person -- how they do their job and the challenges they face. That means I may offer a name, phone number or e-mail address, refer someone to a helpful Web site or just offer a new idea. Pretty simple, huh?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 12, 2010

  Make sure that as you schedule the activity (appointment on the phone, outside of the office or task you want to get done, etc) with enough time to come to a stopping point.  Develop a process and strategy for how you will schedule your week, day, hour and you will have less stress worrying about getting things done. 

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