Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 10, 2009

The main thing is to get it out of your Inbox until you have time to deal with it. ► June (3) ► May (7) ▼ April (4) New Hire Overload Happy Administrative Professionals' Day! It is so nice to see my Inbox on empty. Much more manageable.Sigh! Feels much better. I'm in a bad mood, pass it on.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2008

I wrote the article The Art of Minute Taking and I had only taken minutes a few times about 25 years ago. From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. I have written many articles on my blog on subjects that I knew nothing about. How did I do it?

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MAY 31, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:41 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , gut alert , gut feeling , intuition Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Lesson learned and will now put me on high gut alert. 23, 1 p.m.

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MARCH 1, 2009

I have removed the Google Ads as I thought it took up a lot of space and wasnt very useful and included the index of my articles instead so you could easily scroll through and see a list of the articles that have been posted by date. I hope this will be more user friendly and accessible to everyone. 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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OCTOBER 14, 2008

I previously wrote an article on Charities in the Workplace and have seen an increase in the participation in charities at offices I have worked in. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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APRIL 27, 2009

Thanks for a great article. We had an extensive checklist for new hires and portions of it were divided among several administrators with regard to explaining his/her area(s) of responsibility. Here is another article I wrote called The New Kid on the Block that you may find helpful. Patty Buckner April 28, 2009 Anonymoussaid.

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JULY 20, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:06 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , how we look to others? I love your articles! You have a great sense of humour and you incorporate it wonderfully into your articles. I am also going to have a complete makeover, but thats another story.

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MARCH 21, 2009

Try to eat healthy , and please make some time for exercise. Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:49 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , eating healthy , healthy snacks Reactions: 1 comments: lisacozz said. I know I am going to change my habits. I agree with all these. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JUNE 27, 2009

Patricia Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:20 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , being funny , comedian Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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AUGUST 22, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:14 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , courtesy , reminders , waiting Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Put it in your Outlook Tasks with a reminder to follow up.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:28 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , Atlanta , Atlanta Aquarium , High Museum of Art , Life Summit , OfficeArrow Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. I can hardly wait.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2010

Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:52 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , dates , fixed time , real time Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Are you vague or exact? 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JULY 11, 2009

Below are some things that I have found helpful to build my network: Join a professional association such as the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP). Read professional magazines when you get the opportunity. Another one I like is Administrative Assistants Update , but there are others.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2009

Another time I wanted to try a career in the travel business. I have become familiar with time zones, airport codes and international holidays to avoid. Posted by Patricia Robb at 5:58 PM Labels: administrative assisstant , Administrative professionals , boredom at work , Secretary Reactions: 3comments: Anonymoussaid.

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DECEMBER 5, 2009

I wrote an article awhile back called On the Outside Looking In. I went through a time of looking for a job and it seemed I wasnt getting anywhere. Finally I landed a job and have been working ever since, but I still recall that time of not working. I have never regretted any of my employment situations. 23, 1 p.m.

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MARCH 13, 2010

Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:45 PM Labels: adminisrative assistant , administrative professional , being organized , being prepared Reactions: 1 comments: Anonymoussaid. Great article! I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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NOVEMBER 9, 2008

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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NOVEMBER 10, 2008

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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FEBRUARY 27, 2009

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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DECEMBER 28, 2009

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 10, 2010

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 19, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 7:54 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , Administrative professionals , frustration , the day in the life of Reactions: 5comments: CdnYankee said. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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AUGUST 8, 2009

The next time you have a big task at work or a new opportunity that is exciting but a bit frightening too, it might be time to wipe down your desk and go out and buy that new suit and walk in and wow the socks off everyone. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:50 AM Labels: acronyms at work , Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , initialisms , initials Reactions: 1 comments: Anonymoussaid. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Acronyms are annoying.

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JANUARY 10, 2010

We need to be assertive and show our bosses how much better they can function if the administrative jobs are taken care of by us. Posted by Patricia Robb at 2:34 PM Labels: 30 years of service , Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , professional service , quality service Reactions: 2comments: Jodith said.

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JANUARY 31, 2010

Patricia Posted by Patricia Robb at 9:48 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , Send out cards , thank you card Reactions: 1 comments: Evesaid. Working 12 hour days 5-6 days a week has left me little time to send out personal cards, but this service gives me no excuse. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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MAY 16, 2010

Posted by Patricia Robb at 9:54 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , booking meetings , professional assistant Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:03 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , PowerPoint , professional assistant , what do you call it? After reading the article on the "remote clicker", which is what I used to call it, I asked John in the cubicle beside me. Reactions: 2comments: Patty said. Hi Patricia and fellow admins.

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APRIL 5, 2010

I like this particular article it gives me an additional input in the information a round the world. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. His response to anyone needing a meeting was to call his assistant. April 09, 2010 Jakob said. 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JULY 5, 2009

The worst time to write an email is when you are angry. I wrote about it in an article called I got an e-slap on the wrist. My boss calls these types of e-mails "crankograms." I am sure you know what I mean and have received them yourself and felt the sting of it. What can be done about it? 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JULY 26, 2009

What is simple to me, may not be to others, so I decided a blog article on things I have picked up in the various programs may be helpful to somebody out there and it was worth sharing. With new technology I think we are all overwhelmed at times as to how to make certain things work and it can be frustrating. I love shortcuts!

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2008

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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OCTOBER 4, 2008

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 1, 2009

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 19, 2009

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 31, 2009

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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FEBRUARY 22, 2009

I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I am a woman and therefore reserve the right to change my mind and go back and edit my articles from time to time or to update them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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