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MAY 3, 2023

I proofread and edited a lot of policy documents in that position. Thankfully, the company I worked for provided an employee training certification course that introduced all of the principles of insurance, and made sure we could all speak and understand the language. It was the word arrears. It impacts how we communicate.

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APRIL 20, 2016

Good systems are documentable, so you start by writing down the process required to accomplish the task at hand. Since you, your executive, and team members likely all have different style preferences, you need to be very clear about the organization systems you have in place (for filing paper, filing digital documents, etc.).

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 14, 2021

and their companies going, despite the intense pressures of that challenging time. So instead of using work computers on internal networks to manage documents and send basic email, our devices are now full-fledged collaboration hubs, reaching out over the internet to exchange data with countless different services.

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Go Burrows

AUGUST 30, 2021

As an executive assistant coach myself who provides administrative professional and executive assistant coaching and training , I jumped at the chance to speak with Ann about her experience working directly with some of the most powerful CEOs in the world.

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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. You have to be able to create a PowerPoint presentation, merge a document in Word, or create a report in Excel. Utilize spell check and review the document for grammar errors.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

The lady to the left of me had inherited a 12 page job spec which had not been updated in 10 years whereas the lady to the right had a 6 page document. The global tribe of administrative professionals is largely female at 98%. We expand productivity and are brand ambassadors for our bosses, company and profession.

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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. Office professionals are approached with various tasks, deadlines, and projects each day. Receivers of the document may get the wrong interpretation or the wrong impression.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 27 February, 2009 Different spellings: British, Canadian and American I was proofing a document the other day, but since Ive been reading documents from the United States and Canada, I couldnt remember if behaviorial was the American or the Canadian spelling. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 26, 2008

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 26 October, 2008 Repeating Headers and Footers while in Sections Someone was asking on another site how to repeat a footer for just one section in a document, i.e. a table. She said it would be the same instructions for a table or a document in Word. These are instructions for Word 2003. "I

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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. The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) OfficeArrow American Society of Administrative Professionals These are just to name a few. These seminars may enlist 1-2 day training.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 29, 2009

The Office Professionals Place by Elite Office Concepts The purpose of this blog is to educate, enlighten, motivate, inspire, and strengthen office professionals to grow in their professional development. Lets grow together!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 26, 2009

Recently I was working with someone on an Excel document. They sent an e-mail wondering if any of the assistants could help them export a document from Excel to Word. Unlike Word you will only see the header repeated when you do a print preview or print the document. To automatically insert a new row at the end of a table.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

Coming from a legal background, we were always taught if you are using an acronym or initialism in writing, on the first use you should spell it out and then put the acronym in brackets, which makes a lot of sense and saves a lot of head scratching and searching the document to figure out what the person is referring to. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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? Does it seem like management does not support its employees by not offering incentives for growth and professional development? Or do you feel as though there is no room for advancement in your company? Show your worthiness.

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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

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.

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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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Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

In 2021, it is widely known that assistants are the backbones of companies and the right arms to their managers. This document that is fact-based, data-driven and without emotion is at the heart of changing perception. Have a serious conversation about the future of your career growth at the company. Ask HR for a Pay Evaluation.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 11, 2009

If you approach your boss in a professional manner with the problems clearly set out and possible solutions, it will come across much better. Posted by Patricia Robb at 2:09 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , job description , that is not my job Reactions: 3comments: The Jackal said.

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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

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?? November 18, 2009 2:00 PM ProAdmin2 said. That's a good one! Thanks for the comment! November 18, 2009 5:06 PM secretaryhelpline said.

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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. per coat Of course, these rules change slightly if you are in foreign countries or will be dining with international guests, so dont forget to do your homework of their countries customs. BLOG?????????

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

Proofing documents can also be funny. Posted by Patricia Robb at 9:30 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , funny ha ha , humour at work Reactions: 3comments: ProAdmin2 said. I left his office to the sound of his chuckles behind me. What a start to a Monday morning. Happy working everyone!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 17, 2008

A good assistant knows just where to find the document or file needed, or they won’t stop looking till they do. Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:34 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , hiring smart , professional assistant , top qualities Reactions: 1 comments: American Folder Company said. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 1, 2009

Now dont forget to put the correct year on your documents. Can versus Could Capitalization of hyphenated words Capitalization of names Commas in a series Company name Complement vs compliment Confusing words: lunch/luncheon; company/accompany Contractions Currently vs presently Data: singular or plural? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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. Have you ever asked your supervisor to pay for a training or workshop that would enhance your professional or personal development only to get rejected saying there just wasn’t enough money in the budget?

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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. 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. Give him or her a chance to get to know you- the competent employee.

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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. Express Gratitude.

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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. So you can’t attend every workshop or seminar, surf the internet, there are many FREE programs available online at sites like HP Learning Center and Microsoft.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

In this new age of not doing anything more than a quick spell check on documents, make sure you do not have any spelling mistakes in your resume. You would be surprised at the amount of errors I have seen in this very important first introduction to a company. There are still jobs to be had, you just have to find them. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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? DO NOT leave more than one voicemail in a given day.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

For paper things that I need to remember to follow up on, I put the letter or document in my Wait Bin (which is a tray for things I am waiting on). That wouldnt work for me because I dont have that many paper documents to bring forward, but I can see it being necessary if you have lots of items. Where can I put this paper? Thats great!

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Admin Awards

JUNE 14, 2020

These two interactions, in such a short span of time, stopped me in my tracks and made me realize how confusing (and therefore limiting) the administrative career landscape had become. I have decided to make it an open-source project that can be accessed by anyone who resonates with moving the administrative profession forward.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 29, 2009

Of course my comments are limited because the subject matter is not my expertise, but he relies on my input and corrections to make the document look good. It is owned by the company and should be used for work. Many times I need to proof text and comment with my thoughts before he even looks at it. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:41 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , being professional , professional assistant , working smart Reactions: 4comments: Evesaid. Next week I would like to talk about meeting planning and give you some scheduling tips that have worked well for me.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

The ability to be organized allows you to focus and easily find documents and supplies you will need to complete projects. This will show your employer your interest in growth in the company and professional development. Organize then Prioritize. In order to effectively prioritize tasks, first you must organize your workspace.

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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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