Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

If you get an opportunity for an interview you may as well go and try it. Be prepared in the interview with your own questions too. I always like the interview to be a conversation, with both sides talking. HA HA, not funny Be very careful about using humour in an interview. They are interested, now what?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

I have also combined all the tutorials, training and other education-related links under the title Training. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Under My Favourites, I have added a Meeting section with some useful sites and combined many of my travel related links under one title simply called Travel.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 31, 2009

Years ago, when I worked for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), I took a training course on a Telex machine. Again, when I worked at the RCMP, I went on a training course for a machine to do criminal record checks. I bet they never asked you that question at a job interview). Good thing I checked.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 8, 2009

If so, what would you recommend in terms of training (university not included/possible). It is great training for the office environment, no matter what field you end up in. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Would you recommend College or Vocational/Business school? considering taking Office Administration.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

If you keep telling yourself you cant do it, then of course you wont be able to, but if you say I dont know if I can, but I am going to try anyway, or I know I can do that because it was what I was trained for and then go ahead and do it, it will open all kinds of doors for you. (Or Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 13, 2009

I use a place based in Toronto called Last Minute Training. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" However now with the economic times I think travel will be a no go for some time yet. Happy New Year to you as well.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

There comes a time when companies need to pony up the money and either pay for your training or pay for a professional instead of heaving everything off on the admin because theyre cheap. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Not that I wasnt interested but I could only do the very basics. Good point Sabrina.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

Make the interview count and ask the right questions. Ask yourself what things really matter to you and ask questions to bring those things up in the interview. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. You will see it makes your work life much easier. Hire smart! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 1, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? ► July (4) Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? .

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? ► July (4) Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? .

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 3, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? ► July (4) Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? .

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? ► July (4) Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? .

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Time Zones IAAP 2009 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

If outside the city, make travel arrangements: are flights required, train or will he or she be driving. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. If it is an external meeting, but local, enter location of meeting in calendar, provide your boss with address and directions, contact phone number, taxi chit.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 18, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? ► July (4) Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? .

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

I interviewed my friend who is a minute taker. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

The same applies if you have a job interview or a new challenge at work. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. If you are in a smart suit with appropriate shoes and hair done, you feel professional and act and speak accordingly. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

I was wondering what type of experience or training does one need to aquire to support a Board of Directors? Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Every Board or Director has their own preference.even if there is a true protocol that minute takers KNOW we are supposed to follow. June 16, 2009 Ericasaid.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 13, 2010

Share any special training you have received with others in the office or online. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Other ways you can learn new things is to: Subscribe to feeds from various admin or business sites. Encourage sharing tips and tricks among the admins in your office. Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 9, 2008

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 24, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? ► July (4) Guest Blog by Alexis Bonari: 10 Easy Ways to Check. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? .

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

That is why I suggest when you go to an interview you should ask questions and find out exactly what “providing administrative support&# means. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password? ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 14, 2008

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 21, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes Administrative Professionals 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 23, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 27, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 22, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes Holidays 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 23, 2010

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

Time Zones 100

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