Professional Assistant Blog

AUGUST 29, 2008

Having a to-do list can be very helpful in accomplishing your tasks, but also setting goals. In order to set goals, you have to write them down and then prioritize them. Then, you need to assign tasks to each goal, where you break the goal down into manageable chunks. Do you want to take it to the next level?

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 6, 2010

Phone ringing? When I’m doing important work, I also switch off my phone. Or defer it to a later period. 12 – Block out distractions. What’s distracting you in your work? Instant messages? Text messages popping in? I hardly ever use chat nowadays. The only times when I log on is when I’m not intending to do any work.

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Ian's Messy Desk

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

name, address, phone number) will be used. Refuse to give out personal information on the phone, through the mail or over the internet unless you have initiated the contact or you know who you’re communicating with. Six points for consumers : Ask how personal information (eg. Determine whether it will be shared with others.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 25, 2010

Remove everything else - pens, stapler, toys, gadgets, phone, monitor, etc. Sort – everything into boxes/containers according to what needs to be done: file , shred, recycle , refer, toss, etc. Dust and polish - give your desktop a cleaning. This will also reinforce the idea of a “fresh start&# for your desktop.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 18, 2010

Make phone calls, have meetings and other social tasks. The Mind Mapping Manifesto The Bubble Planner GoalPro Goal-Setting Software one share of stock - Buy one share of stock: Disney, Harley Davidson, Target, eBay, etc furniture shipping Atlanta Leather Furniture www.spacify.com/family-room-furniture.htm - for any room of the house.

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Allwork

JULY 22, 2024

But I think the goal here is to really understand what’s going on and we’re going to be talking about burnout. We’re on our phones. Ergonomics, if it’s all office space group that’s noticing this, or if it’s a construction group, it’s telling you something. To go on to another screen.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2008

You can prioritize your tasks as needed, create goals and even break down larger tasks into manageable chunks. This will help you get to your goal faster. Create a to-do list - This one is so important. Having a to-do list will help you figure out what you need to get done. Having Trouble Planning A "Non-Religious" Office Party?

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2008

Each and every day will pass and you will get closer and closer to your goal. F or example, if you want to make a million dollars before you die, write out exactly what you want and how you will achieve this. Keep it short and simple though. Of course, it doesnt have to be money. Im sure you get the idea. Whats next?

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2007

Talk about what you feel is important to you in a professional manner and describe how you will meet these goals. Here are 4 of the most difficult interview questions that companies will ask and ways to tackle them: Where do you see yourself in X number of years? Why should we hire you? Having Trouble Planning A "Non-Religious" Office Party?

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Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Think you can successfully study the details of a report while talking on the phone and reading your horoscope? So hang up the phone, find a quiet place and focus. Boost your brain power with these tried and true tactics: Ditch your multi-tasking ways. Stay organized.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 19, 2010

Don’t answer the phone or e-mail. The Mind Mapping Manifesto The Bubble Planner GoalPro Goal-Setting Software unique christmas gift ideas - Buy one share of stock: Disney, Harley Davidson, Target, eBay, etc shipping furniture Miami Leather Furniture www.spacify.com/family-room-furniture.htm - for any room of the house.

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Professional Assistant Blog

JULY 20, 2009

Once you try to set your goals towards this, you will see how easily and quickly you can become a better you. I didnt go on a fad diet like some people would, since you lose the weight and then gain it back all over again. You have to make a conscious effort to think and feel healthier about yourself.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 9, 2010

When placing calls, respect the time of other employees by immediately asking if you have phoned at a convenient time or should call back later. If the discussion is likely to take longer, suggest another date when more time is available.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 10, 2008

Projects wouldn’t be moving forward and my goals and plans would be lagging behind… or so it seemed. At the height of my furore for being an efficient to-do list completing machine, I was regularly finding work to do. If I didn’t have a full day’s worth of tasks to complete I wasn’t being efficient enough.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

  Consider proper storage needs as well as ergonomic needs.    Avoid the seductions of a ringing phone, your email or someone dropping by to visit.    Avoid the seductions of a ringing phone, your email or someone dropping by to visit.    Or, follow us on Twitter ! 

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 18, 2010

The signature automatically displays at the end of every message and typically contains contact information such as your full name, department, web page, and phone/fax numbers. Create an e-mail signature for all your outgoing mail. It’s like attaching a business card to every e-mail you send.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 20, 2008

They each had forward-thinking employers who allowed them to have vision and encouraged them to work towards their goal and made room for that new role within their organization. They each took the initiative to get appropriate training and education to better equip them in the areas they were interested in.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 2, 2010

Then, you’re back in the office after a long unplanned break: the message light on the phone is blinking; both your e-mail and hard-copy in-boxes are overflowing; last week’s next actions are now overdue; you staff and my manager all want a piece of you; and you just want to go home a crawl back into bed.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 16, 2008

Public pressure has made governments move to set new targets and goals for the environment, and they have made advances in going paperless with the acceptance of e-filing of documents and setting standards for waste management. Children are on some sort of electronic device a good part of the day with the use of cell phones and laptops.

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Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 22, 2010

I believe Tony Robbins said that the art of communicating a “word&# or “meaning&# to another human, consists of 3 parts: The written word: 17% – Tone of voice: 34% – Body language: 49% This means an email is very inefficient (17%), while talking on the phone is worth 51% (17+34). That is worth a whopping 100%.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 1, 2010

Technology improvements to cell phones and remote desktop computer access can make it possible to work from virtually anywhere. Working towards an ambitious, long-term career goal is a great way to keep yourself motivated, focused and ultimately achieve success. Dream realistically. Make time for your personal life. Get support.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

Make all your outgoing phone calls at the same time. 5) Plan your phone calls Time spent on a phone call can easily get out of hand if you don’t have a plan in place. Take encouragement or learn a lesson from your past experience and use it to move on to new challenges and opportunities. Organize your errands into a single run.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 16, 2010

Make all your outgoing phone calls at the same time; organize your errands into a single run; reply to e-mail; etc. The Mind Mapping Manifesto The Bubble Planner GoalPro Goal-Setting Software walt disney stock furniture shipping Phoenix Leather Furniture www.spacify.com/family-room-furniture.htm - for any room of the house.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 28, 2010

Get a single notebook and use it to record notes, phone numbers, web addresses, ideas, to-dos, etc. Create a list or binder of regularly referenced material, such as phone numbers, and keep it accessible in a desk drawer. Schedule filing time at least once per week. To be more productive, allocate 15 minutes each week.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 10, 2010

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 Better for you ergonomically as well. Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! Lets enjoy our day together.©

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