Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Feeling Stressed at work? Feeling Stressed at work? Are you afraid to file something because you will forget where you put it? This type of stress is unnecessary and not only derails your day but negatively affects your self esteem. The more stressed we are, the less we remember. Is it them? Interruptions).

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Feeling Stressed at work? Feeling Stressed at work? Are you afraid to file something because you will forget where you put it? This type of stress is unnecessary and not only derails your day but negatively affects your self esteem. The more stressed we are, the less we remember. Is it them? Interruptions).

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Allwork

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In many ways it can feel more invasive — especially if it is on your phone or happening when you are working from home. Take screenshots, and if that’s not an option send yourself an email stating what occurred, this can be helpful if you want to file a complaint because it is time stamped. . The first step is to document everything.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

You are still trying to ‘sort out’ the dump, when you are interrupted and told that 3 motions need to be filed before 4 p.m. It’s now 2:30, and the phone has been ringing non-stop. 80% of filed papers are never referenced again. 50% of all filed materials are duplicates or expired information. Sound familiar? Is it them?

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

Scheduling a performance evaluation meeting and setting measurable goals can be stressful or even seem unproductive to some. I have personally experienced stress in the past too! There are ways to decrease the stress levels and frustration though! Keep the file on your desktop or easily accessible.

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Success

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Since most companies don’t approve of siestas or desk naps, Loney recommends filling these two hours with menial tasks, such as scheduled status meetings, filling out timesheets or archiving old files. Have a “digital sunset”: Loney recommends putting your phone or other screens away at least 30 minutes before you go to bed.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

You are still trying to ‘sort out’ the dump, when you are interrupted and told that 3 motions need to be filed before 4 p.m. It’s now 2:30, and the phone has been ringing non-stop. 80% of filed papers are never referenced again. 50% of all filed materials are duplicates or expired information. Sound familiar? Is it them?

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Success

OCTOBER 15, 2022

I was forcing myself to be stressed out about finding the answer to all these questions. If I have any thoughts about what I need “future me” to do, I write them down on a piece of paper (or text file on my laptop) and push it out of my mind. I was forcing myself to work harder. Then I started making some changes.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

On average, office workers will also be on the ‘phone for a total of two years and three months, making 158,982 calls during their entire career. So, getting organised and implementing policies or a filing system to help life in the office run a little more smoothly could be very worthwhile in the long run.

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Tips From T. Marie

JANUARY 4, 2017

Anyone who has ever taken part in a real estate closing knows they are a stressful event. At the time, I wasn’t certain about branching out into the medical office field, but anything looked better than the stress levels I was dealing with at the time. Phone and email are no longer the only ways to stay in touch with clients.

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 21, 2016

Telephone Systems- Pretty much everyone carries a cell phone these days, so why cling to an old-fashioned phone system in the office? Utilize a cloud PBX system like Ring Central that can transfer a call to whatever phone you may be at, including cell phones.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 8, 2013

A competitive job market can be stressful, and you may work hard every day to be the best employee in your department or niche as a way to achieve job security. Start with small working habits that boost your productivity or reduce physical stress. [Guest blogger, Nancy Anderson of Beyond.com contributes many wonderful articles.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 10, 2011

  I'll contact you via phone (no charge) and we'll talk about what your current challenges are.  Find anything you file or store in 5 seconds or less. Others in your office will be able to find anything you file in 5 seconds or less. Streamline your office and lower your stress level.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 10, 2022

Zone 1 is the main workspace at your desk – the center of activity that is within arm’s reach of your computer and phone. Setup your file sorters or trays for staging daily work/projects on one side of your desk and move them to pending or completed containers on the other side as you work on them. Zone 2: Work Staging. 2 pencils.

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Office Organization Success

MARCH 30, 2013

Recently I held a laser consulting call with a client, and she basically came on the phone and said to me, “Tracey, I’m surrounded by paper. Here are my top three systems to get you started if you don’t know where to start: System #1: Create Client Files. I personally love brightly colored files as they brighten up my office.

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Office Organization Success

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

For most business owners there will be a physical client file that you’ll need to create. One of the simplest ways of creating this file is by using a manila file folder in which you simply drop your paperwork into. Having the right systems in place leads to consistent revenues, more clients, and less stress and overwhelm.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 25, 2013

It creates undo extra stress. In the long run, you will save yourself hours (even days), frustration and stress. Activities: Cluster phone calls to make; cluster items to copy; cluster computer work; cluster large projects, etc. Love the “round file!” · What can be stored in file boxes?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 15, 2013

File papers immediately instead of letting them linger, and assign each item on your desk to a designated spot. Dust furniture, remove sticky residue and stains from spilled food and drinks, and wipe down phones and keyboards. Workplace organization helps ease the burden of a busy day.

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All Things Admin

MARCH 9, 2022

Anxiety and stress. Here are some tips that help me: Turning off all of the rings, dings, and notifications for email, Slack, and messaging on my phone and computer. I keep specific actions on a sticky note for each file to help me get right into the flow of work. Symptoms of ADHD include : Inability to focus. Disorganization.

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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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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? It houses so much more than a file index. This allows them to keep it within site, but all projects are kept in an organized file. Smart Phone!!

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 10, 2016

Starting early also means you avoid stress by having plenty of time to get to work and do anything else you need to do. Establish a filing system. Most of your files are probably going to be digital, but you still need to know where everything you need is stored. You need to make sure all your files are in its proper place.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 30, 2011

The software is a very powerful, yet simple indexing system for paper office files. It works like a search engine for paper files to help you stay organized. Rather, the software uses the power of the computer to index the hanging file folders in office file cabinets. Create a Filing Masterpiece.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

"  That was one of the first things she said to me on the phone.  Use your 5-10 minute file Do you keep a 5-10 minute file ?    This is a file that you have that contains activities that would only take 5 to 10 minutes to complete.    Some simple stretches will do.

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Productivity Bits

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Our inability to control things causes us to stress out. The thing is – and I cannot stress this enough – you don’t try closing them out but must control them. The open loops can become constant source of stress if not controlled. File System. The 2 phone clients can sync to the Windows version.

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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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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Well along with the usual stresses of travelling your boss also has to attend meetings and act professionally when in many cases they are dealing with jet lag and the continuous business activities back in the UK office. If your Director has a smart phone or tablet then do make use of online city guide apps. Travel Itinerary Example.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 10, 2008

There is a wireless phone advertisement on the different ways you can call in sick using their product. Let's face it, we all sometimes take a sick day off when we are not sick, but may just need a break from a high stressful job. The company had access to his personnel file as it was an internal transfer opportunity.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

The administrative professional of the nation have spoken, and the winners are: 2014 Our Favorite Award Winners: Best File Folders. Best Electronics: Business Mobile Phone. DeskDemon brings office professionals tangible benefits through savings in time, cost and stress from everyday tasks. Best Staplers. Best Label/Label Makers.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MAY 13, 2011

" That is what I heard from her as we were talking on the phone.  OneNote: My Filing Cabinet In The Clouds. create notebooks and files just like I would with paper, but now it is all organized on my computer. Record Your Phone Calls Like A Pro. " Stephanie you are such a geek."   OK! 

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

We all know how difficult it can be to maintain a realm of sanity in the workplace when the phone is constantly ringing, clients are popping in and out of the office, a project is due, and you have a supervisor who is behaving like a ‘helicopter mom.’ Do you need someone to talk to during the day when you are stressed?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JULY 6, 2011

Anyone that travels frequently knows that a well organized set of travel documents makes the trip much less stressful.    One of the greatest features is the file lock -- and you might not even know it is there!  Phone numbers, Itinerary, Maps and Directions, Hotel Reservations, Brochures and Receipts.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 17, 2011

5 Steps to Meal Planning Success WHO : Stephanie LH Calahan hosts Jill Hively WHEN :  LIVE January 25, 2011 -- 7:00 pm CST  (5:00 pm PST and 8:00 pm EST) WHERE : At your home or office - you can listen to the recording right on our site or download the MP3 file to listen to on your computer, iPod or other MP3 player.

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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. This is not the same as a tickler file.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

By using labels in combination with filters, I am able to automatically sort and label (file) most of my e-mail before it arrives in my in-box. I'll read and delete and save those of interest in a file. What remains in your in-box is actionable items, not filing. File the e-mail, either in a folder or saved as a document. -

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 31, 2011

I’m excited about following a routine and getting to 5.30pm without too much stress and disappointed that I haven’t completed everything that I needed to and also being able to look back on a successful day. 1510 – Take a long phone call from a PA from another company setting up a series of meetings for my CFO. 0830 – So far so good.

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