Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2008

If you’re looking to purchase ACT! for your company, click here. Did your boss just decide to install it on his/her system and yours then told you, "Read the manual, were going to be using this from now on"? This same thing happened to me as well as one of my readers.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

OCTOBER 10, 2012

Finding the right CRM software/system -- like many purchases we make for our business -- is not always simple and I'm sure that I can't solve this question in one blog post. All of the contact information that you want is in one place - emails, faxes, appts, tasks, file attachments.    5 - Notes.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 14, 2009

Good elevator speeches contain the following:  Your name and job title  The company you work for  What your company does  Your latest achievement or accolade whether personal or professional. I work for Crystal Palace a company that sells prime crystal products. Hi, my name is Kim Harwood.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 22, 2008

We have the technology to get voicemails, faxes and transcriptions by e-mail and with the addition of a business line you can easily re-direct business calls to your home and no one would know that they were calling someone’s home and not the office. Investing in good quality equipment is a smart move.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 29, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 A Day in the Life of an Admin Administrative Assistants can be considered the backbone of any company. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Lets grow together! When the computer is not in use put it in sleep mode. Turn off the computer when you leave for the day.

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The Office Professionals Place

DECEMBER 9, 2009

Have a sub-committee for the catering/venue (if the event is not going to be held at the company), another sub-committee would be for entertainment. I know a company that has each department come up with a holiday routine as entertainment. Many companies have grab bags or an exchange of gifts during the holiday season.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 5, 2009

At the conference, Stanley encounters a previous employee who left the company over a year ago for a managerial opportunity at another firm. While exchanging pleasantries, Stanley was really thinking that this guy left the company because he didnt like the staff and wasnt happy with the company.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 8, 2010

Poor Management System Do you feel as though your company does not value you as an employee? Or do you feel as though there is no room for advancement in your company? or a Poor Management System is condition that embodies many companies due to economic times, change in company practices, and company personnel.

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The Office Professionals Place

APRIL 19, 2010

Here is some food for thought, your supervisor has duties to the company and to you as an employee and you have similar responsibilities to yourself. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. When the computer is not in use put it in sleep mode. Turn off the computer when you leave for the day.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

Productivity & Organization on iTunes With the purchase of my iPhone in December I became acquainted with iTunes (I know, I'm a bit behind the times with this one.)  Personal Productivity Time & Priority Management Company/Group/Department Connect Today! Learn whatis enhancing or impeding your productivity today!

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The Office Professionals Place

OCTOBER 26, 2009

Someone in our office sent an e-mail to the whole company to let everyone know that she was going to be sick the next day and wouldn't be coming in -- huh?? Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. November 18, 2009 2:00 PM ProAdmin2 said. That's a good one! Thanks for the comment!

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 10, 2009

Forward your resume, create brief descriptions of recent projects you have completed for the company, or a CV. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Provide Your Boss with a Bio More than likely you will be given background information on your new supervisor, so why not return the favor.

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The Office Professionals Place

MAY 31, 2010

For example, in the sales industry the Pareto Principle says that 80% of a company’s sales are due to 20% of the sales staff. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. This theory was created by Vilfredo Pareto an Italian economist who in 1906 noticed that 80% of the land was owned by 20% of the people.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 13, 2009

Computer Software Technology Having the basic knowledge of the todays computer technology is essential to being a top ranking soldier in any company. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Here are 6 skills you need to acquire to protect yourself against the office warfare. Get the knowledge you need.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Not only are you improving your skills and adding to your resume, you are making yourself more indispensable and an asset to your company or the next one. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. The other alternative to the internet is - pick up a book! When the computer is not in use put it in sleep mode.

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The Office Professionals Place

MARCH 13, 2010

In companies that have a mailroom and duplication/support services department, I find that these departments are the most neglected when it comes to recognition. Everyone within a company is a valuable asset, so let them know that they are appreciated. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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The Office Professionals Place

OCTOBER 19, 2009

Monday, October 19, 2009 Choose Your Method of Communication Effectively – Email, Phone, In-person, “Snail&# Mail/Memos Have you ever received an email from someone who just started at the company asking you to do something and you haven’t been introduced? Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

" If you purchase organizing containers and tools without knowing how you are going to use them, it is likely that the containers will become clutter!    Then identify specific containers and tools that are needed to complete a project and purchase them. .  Now, I just need to figure out how to use it."

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 17, 2010

If this was a formal business dinner meeting, these minor indiscretions could cost you and your company a valuable business connection. If you practice good etiquette, not only will your guests remember you in a positive manner as a representative of your company, but the staff at the restaurant will remember you as well (good or bad!).

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

And better yet, its for a dream job in an exciting company! Though youll be prepared to answer questions, youll have plenty of your own questions to ask, based on the research youve already done about that particular company, their competitors, and industry trends. This morning the phone rang - youve got an interview!

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 2, 2010

Show them the benefits to changing or revising a procedure and explain how the company and your department will be more productive. Include how the company and your department will benefit by investing in you – their most valuable asset. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Unorganized.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Purchase several cans of spam.brand optional. Personal Productivity Time & Priority Management Company/Group/Department Connect Today! family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665 Here's how it works. Make a prioritized list of things that you need to do.

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

Visit Skillpath Seminars and National Seminars Training are two companies that offer affordable seminars. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Topics include: communicating effectively, tips/tricks for MS Office software programs, business writing, etc. These seminars may enlist 1-2 day training.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 29, 2010

4 -- Contact Your Credit Card Companies and Utility Companies for Paperless Statements Almost all credit card companies and many utilities have the ability to sign up for paperless billing now.  Personal Productivity Time & Priority Management Company/Group/Department Connect Today!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

SOLUTION TO TRY THE 3x5 CARD METHOD Go to the store and purchase some 3x5 cards.  Personal Productivity Time & Priority Management Company/Group/Department Connect Today! family of sites · 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704 TEL 309.663.1360 · FAX 309.422.7665   This rarely works.    Stop. 

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Page Personnel

AUGUST 26, 2022

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. For example, answering phones, taking messages, purchasing office equipment, working with relevant software and filing paperwork. Office managers should always expand their knowledge.

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 8, 2010

Recognize that you make a difference in your job and that you are an important asset to the company. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. I hear so many people when asked what they do for a living say, “I am just……&# You are not “just&# anything!

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

This will show your employer your interest in growth in the company and professional development. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. If you can’t take a class, learn how to complete a new task or project at work. Shadow your supervisor or a tenured employee, and learn something new on the job.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

The tool allows us to know where the business stands at-a-glance, view client data, track sales and expenses, create and manage invoices/purchase orders as well as see industry trends. Personal Productivity Time & Priority Management Company/Group/Department Connect Today! There are a number of great choices, but we use Quickbooks.

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Administrative Arts

JULY 7, 2010

Look over the typical desk set used in the offices in your company and add one of each item to your office supply check list so you always have a replacement handy if needed. If they all only have CD drives, you won’t need to purchase blank DVDs, for instance. Toner and ink cartridges for copiers, printers, and faxes.

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The Marq

APRIL 29, 2010

I already owned a cell phone number, had an assigned IP Telephony work phone and fax number, a home number, and I used assigned phone numbers when I was at client sites. You can read more about UC in this Wikipedia article. The first question I asked when I heard about Google Voice last year was why should I care.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

So why do companies continue to do it? Fax Blasts I remember someone from my IAAP Chapter asked me to fax the notice of our Chapter dinner to a list of about 60 companies to promote it. I dont know about you, but when I get these "flyer" type faxes, they go immediately in the recycle bin.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

  One item frequently purchased at this time of year is a calendar or planner for the upcoming year.  I personally use a Franklin Covey planner because I love the look of the pages, but many other companies make planner pages with the same set-up.   But, what is the right kind of planner to use? 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 10, 2010

The Spiral Notebook Purchase (and then use!) Thanks to Margaret Lukens of New Leaf + Company LLC 61. When you make an online purchase, print out the receipt and place it in the file folder marked for that particular month. The same holds true for those toll receipts or the lunch you purchased when you met a potential client.

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Success

JANUARY 31, 2025

It also offers a trade-in program that allows you to trade used electronics for Best Buy gift cards or to gain credit back on a purchase or installment billing. Trade-in or manufacturer recycling Nearly every major electronics brand offers some form of recycling, so check the website of the company your tech product came from.

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