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DECEMBER 28, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? You can find the story at the following link: [link] That certainly is dedication and remarkably they were a perfect match. A nice Christmas gift to her boss who is a dad of five children.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I hope you find it as useful as I did. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JANUARY 10, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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MARCH 21, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Ive been gaining weight lately and couldnt figure out why until I started to look at my new office habits. How to gain weight in six easy steps: Do not eat breakfast before going to work.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2010

I actually didn't know this and this is something I need because I tend to blather on a little bit and get carried away! :) February 12, 2010 Patricia Robb said. But, as I learned the hard way it doesn't work on all systems. They said it works with most phone services. Thanks Patricia! Thanks everyone for correcting me.

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MARCH 1, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? ► June (3) ► May (7) ► April (4) ▼ March (5) When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off t. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Minute taking made easier.

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JANUARY 10, 2010

Many young executives have never had an assistant before and are so used to not having one, that they don't know how to utilize one. Many young executives have never had an assistant before and are so used to not having one, that they don't know how to utilize one. The incentive was you saved.002 002 cents a litre.

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JANUARY 19, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Now don't forget to put the correc. When it gets closer to the course date and it doesnt look like they will fill the seats, they offer the course at a cheaper price.

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JANUARY 31, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Now don't forget to put the correc. One of the best kept secrets in Word 2007 is the Word Options button. Wow.this tip almost makes me want to upgrade to 2007 *laughs*.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Hello Patricia, You have some great resources at [link] Given your interest in country codes, I wanted to make you aware of my site, [link] for possible inclusion as well. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. I can just hear the conversation at the office tomorrow. Last half of the NHL season.

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JANUARY 1, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Now don't forget to put the correc. In Word, choose Insert, Date and Time and then highlight the date format you like and press OK. Click Yes and then OK. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. (New

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MAY 1, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? When taking initiative isn't the best thing. If you are a new hire, take the time to learn and ask questions. I dont see it as a weakness, but as a strength. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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DECEMBER 5, 2009

Take notes during the interview so you don’t forget what you wanted to ask. If you don’t get it, it wasn’t the right job for you or the right time. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway?

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JANUARY 19, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 10 Things = Frustration When one team member doesn’t want to play. Managing your workload from home when you don’t have everything you need. Now don't forget to put the correc. Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Minute taking made easier.

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DECEMBER 17, 2008

A good assistant knows just where to find the document or file needed, or they won’t stop looking till they do. If the computer doesn’t do what we want -- trick it, it is amazing what we can do if we put our minds to it. Be prepared and think ahead. Be good at tracking things down. Be creative. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2009

When I look at them however, I see someone who really knows their job and I know they could do it if only they would forget about what they can’t do and concentrate on what they can do. Don’t let self doubt take over. When someone asked me to speak or do something at work, I would say "Oh, I could never do that!"

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OCTOBER 14, 2008

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? .© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 14 October, 2008 October 15th, Blog Action Day: Poverty I am participating in Blog Action Day and the theme this year is Poverty. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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JUNE 27, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? So how am I going to be funny in December? Perhaps you can help. Do you have any funny office stories that you want to share? Honey, you will never believe what happened at the office?"

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OCTOBER 11, 2009

And sometimes it isn’t, but from my experience if you read an administrative or executive assistant job description there is usually a phrase something like this, “providing administrative support.&# Whatever you are doing as an administrative assistant, don’t be afraid to try new things and expand your knowledge.

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OCTOBER 4, 2008

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Lets enjoy our day together.© How can you survive in this kind of a working environment? Perhaps even on a little royalty as you pass their way. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Dealing in real time.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I followed their advice and saw both and I must agree they were a delight to visit. I especially enjoyed the Renaissance Art exhibit at the High Museum. Quite remarkable. I can hardly wait.

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MARCH 8, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.© the next day! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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JUNE 23, 2009

Without the colour coding, I would have been in a panic trying to find the packages, but as it was, it went very smoothly. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.

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OCTOBER 31, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Make a decision to listen to and hear what your boss has to say. Regularly evaluate your strengths and weaknesses. Admit your mistakes and try to learn from them. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Nobody seems to really know what its called, but Powerpoint Remote was given as a common name. Now at least I will have a name that most people will know what I mean. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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MARCH 20, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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NOVEMBER 16, 2008

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 November, 2008 Writing when you don’t know what you’re talking about. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Lets enjoy our day together.© How did I do it?

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2008

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Please click here for Canadian orders and here for the States and other countries. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Minute taking made easier.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? For my readers from other countries, you will note there is a section for foreign dignitaries and if you click on that it will give you the proper form to address just about anyone in the world.

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APRIL 5, 2010

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? If you have to reschedule, send an email apologizing, but advise that your bosss schedule has changed. People are busy and certainly understand schedule changes. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2008

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I have never had my own office before and I cant say I like it, but I am getting used to it (sort of). My boss and I share an office space. You have to be respectful of your neighbours.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2008

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I will be enjoying my time in Southern California where I am hoping for nice sunny, warm weather, but if it is cooler, I have a heated pool and a hot tub at the hotel I am staying at.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2009

But there are some people who don’t need a full-time assistant; they need such services only when they’re on a certain project or burdened with too many short-term responsibilities. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway?

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JANUARY 3, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I dont know how many times I have put a P.S. to let someone know something and then when I meet that person they ask me why I never answered them. "I Is it true? Do we not read past the name?

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JANUARY 15, 2010

but I don't use that system or know what the colours mean. One person who uses this system all the time couldn't figure out why I didn't know that purple on her private appointment meant she was out of the office -- huh! Use that feature to set reminders (which everyone uses it for anyway). Another one I never use.

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MAY 10, 2009

Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? When taking initiative isn't the best thing. Finally, I asked her how she knew the answers and what was she doing to get the information? It was then she introduced me to Google.

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JULY 16, 2010

If you don’t have e-mail folders, create some and sort messages as they are received. Be sure to include call-back windows if you leave a message so you won’t be interrupted while working on an important task. Manage: Try scheduling e-mail checks every two hours to minimize time spent with the e-mail account open.

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