Productivity Bits

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Stacked up beside your keyboard is never the right answer. If it’s actually been a week since you needed to staple something, why is that stapler still next to your phone? To learn more about her effective methods, visit PersonalDevelopmentGoals.mywebpal.com Thank you for subscribing!

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Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Understanding Memory Before learning any memory improvement technique, it’s useful to first understand the three stages of memory: encoding, storage and retrieval. 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.

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On The Job

AUGUST 21, 2007

There are the book rankings (see below for “A Recovering Amazoniac”); the number of visitors to this Web site; the readership of my syndicated workplace column; the number of e-mails in my “in” box; the phone messages awaiting my attention; and the amount of money I’m earning. Sharing ideas. Rooting for someone else.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

The log-in can either be done using your email address or your phone number that is tied to your PayPal account.   It does take a bit of practice learning how to hold your device; but once you've got it, it works every time.   The receipt can be mailed to your customer's email or texted to their phone.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Back then, any technical problem that I had -- phone, computer, palm pilot (remember, there weren't smart phones back then.), However, when I went to finish what I was doing, I realized that only part of my keyboard was working. 2 I hope you will learn from my mistake.  Do you have a 1400?  So I Thought.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 15, 2009

Sometimes I wish I had something to warn me when I am with someone with a cell phone so I can know that we are going to be interrupted. I find it frustrating when people either text while in a conversation or are constantly taking phone calls. Apparently not, when its by phone. In an emergency, the cell phone is a useful tool.

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Clutter Coach

DECEMBER 29, 2017

Here’s the idea: Go to my Facebook page and write a sentence or two telling me what idea or technique you’ve learned from my podcast that’s been the most valuable to you. In case you missed it, it’s a contest to win a PDF copy of my book, 52 Simple Ways to Get Organized. Sound good? How do you do that?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

I love social networking but have learned that a whole slew of followers is not as profitable as one fan! When you chat, they can't hear your voice, when you are on the phone, they can't see you, etc. Phone (providing value) 4. What do you do to build relationships beyond the keyboard?    7.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. Never underestimate what you can learn from other assistants.

Time Zones 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 17, 2010

What I learned very quickly was that I had to finish one room at a time. If you have to answer the phone, deal with an email or attend to something for your boss, do so, as that is the nature of the admin job -- multi-tasking, but once you have done it, go right back to your to-do list, re-focus and continue what you were doing.

Environment 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

Of course before I recommend anything I try it out so I picked up the phone and it asked me what I was looking for and what city and province. I chose details and was given the street address and phone number and I still had the option of having my call put through to the store number. You can use google to get similar information.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

I can interact where I am now, but I have to get up and go if I want to speak with someone and then when I get there I may find they are busy or on the phone so I have wasted my time. I have always liked to share and learn from my co-workers. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

An e-mail like the one I received would have been better delivered face to face or by phone in order to get the tone of what the person was trying to communicate. I stop the flow and pick up the phone. It is amazing how quickly a matter can be handled on the phone or in person. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

The cure: always answer the phone professionally - this way youre never caught off-guard. I agree that we should always answer the phone professionally, but if it is a co-worker calling, it seems silly to say "Patricia Robb speaking, Executive Assistant to the CEO, may I help you?" Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

They said it works with most phone services. But, as I learned the hard way it doesn't work on all systems. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

I did do research however and read as many articles and books on the subject that I could and then I tackled the article and actually learned something while doing it. Writing on a subject you know nothing about is a good way to learn something about that particular topic. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

I have been on some interactive sites where assistants ask questions and get answers and I learn from them as I have some of the same questions. Lunch n learns are also a good way to learn from each other. Administrative newsletters or bulletin boards where you can post tips or suggestions is a good way to learn.

Time Zones 100

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

If you are a new hire, take the time to learn and ask questions. The first months on the job are a learning and growing experience. Take advantage of this time to learn as much as you can and ask, ask, ask. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. 23, 1 p.m. (New Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

Lesson learned and will now put me on high gut alert. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. 23, 1 p.m. (New Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

In-camera If the Chair says this part of the meeting is in-camera, take your fingers off the keyboard, or put your pen down. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Oh where or where is my password?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

  Some say the traditional paper planner is the best, while others swear by their smart-phone or on line tool.    Keep reading to learn what my colleagues and friends had to say about the "Great Calendar Debate."     Cons of Planning Tool: There is a learning curve.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 9, 2010

I breathe a sigh of relief when I get someones assistant on the phone or receive an email from them. Knowing assistants and having a working relationship with them is very important and can make the difference when you need to set up a meeting or if your boss needs to have a quick phone call with their boss. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

I know the newness of it all will be gone soon and it will just be a normal thing that he is a little walker, but for now it is cute to see him learn this new skill. Admit your mistakes and try to learn from them. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Make a decision to listen to and hear what your boss has to say.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Check: Are phone calls planned? For each one, write down what you hope to accomplish with the phone call to help you stay focused. It automatically updates when I use an office product, and I can manually enter stop/start times for phone calls, meetings, face to faces, etc. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

The last online course I took was under $70 and was interactive using both the computer and a speaker phone for audio. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

CountryCode.org is a comprehensive guide to make phone calls from anywhere to any country in the world. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 9, 2008

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Taking Effective Meeting Minutes ► August (3) Pass it on. Oh where or where is my password? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 23, 2012

List these three on a large colorful post it note where you will see it, perhaps on your planner, on your phone or in your car. I have a clipboard that sits to the left of my keyboard.   To learn more and sign up, click this link. Keeping up with To Dos means getting your prioritized list in front of you. To your success!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

One thing Ive learned over the years is that an arsenal of compelling stories and anecdotes related to my career can be extremely useful. I choose to tell stories that I know others can relate to and maybe even learn from listening. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. 23, 1 p.m. (New 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 27, 2009

Be kind to your new hires and available to answer their questions and help them learn the ropes. But, having read what you just wrote, I realize that there is more hands-on that I must do before expecting a new hire to learn how to do the job. I basically know how to answer the phones and take messages. It is overwhelming. (New

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Virtual Moxie

MAY 31, 2011

I learned this from Gina Trapani , and it’s been one of the smartest changes I’ve made to how I work, ever. I’m a keyboarder most of the time. In case you wonder why I chose to use Blackberry instead of an iPhone or an Android phone, there are a variety of reasons, but the biggest is the encryption of data that only Blackberry offers.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 13, 2009

All you need is to put some time aside and close your door, or put some earphones on, and plug into your computer and learn. I have had great experiences learning online in interactive courses. The last online course I took was under $70 and was interactive using both the computer and a speaker phone for audio. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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