Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 23, 2010

Whether they had or hadn`t I was never sure, but I know today that offices do fundraise for charities and workers are happy to participate. Whether they had or hadn`t I was never sure, but I know today that offices do fundraise for charities and workers are happy to participate. He raised over $1,000. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

He can ignore e-mails, but it is hard to ignore me :) When you are copied on an e-mail, read the whole message, don’t just skim it. If you have been asked to do something and don’t fully understand what is expected of you, don’t be afraid to ask questions. There could be a message for you.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

She was a board level assistant and unfortunately the Executive team didn’t take to kindly to being called ‘mate’ and or ‘darling’ She was good at her job but her communication style with the Executive team didn’t match up to their expectations of a board level assistant and she was let go.

Gossip

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 15, 2009

Here is some common-sense etiquette: Screen your calls: Subscribe to call display. However, I think our etiquette hasnt caught up with the technology. She just thinks she has to answer her cell phone every time it rings. At least in his case if he has to answer it he will ask if I mind if he takes the call. 23, 1 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 19, 2009

What is the proper etiquette when addressing or writing to a President? Here is a video link on the proper etiquette to address a President. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Everyone up here calls him Obama and our Prime Minister is called Harper. Why do we not use their full name?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

By the same token, I appreciate it when someone lets me know by when they will have something for me and if they can’t have it done by that date, then I like it when they get back to me to say when I can expect it. So that is what I like, but it isn’t always what I get. I can only guess when I might get it.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Lets enjoy our day together.© © Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 12 July, 2010 Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgate, 2010 Stevie® Award winner Lynn Holgate, an Executive Assistant at High Performance Technologies, Inc. Morgan Chase & Co.

2010

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? A nice Christmas gift to her boss who is a dad of five children. That is pretty dedicated. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 9, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ▼ May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Lets enjoy our day together.© They are a valuable resource and I appreciate them. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I have always been a believer in sharing ideas and have received my best education from other assistants.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? On Friday afternoon I take out the Monday folder and start to fill it with what my boss will need on Monday.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 22, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:13 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , etiquette for addressing officials , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Carol Bory said. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 22, 2009

Sometimes I need to do a job, but I can’t move forward until I get an answer from someone else. While waiting for the answer, you can go on to other tasks and bring this item forward another day to get it off your desk, but don’t let it go off your radar. Put it in your Outlook Tasks with a reminder to follow up.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Lets enjoy our day together.© EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Make a decision to listen to and hear what your boss has to say. Regularly evaluate your strengths and weaknesses.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

PowerPoint

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 9, 2008

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Writing when you don’t know what you’re talking ab. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Excellent material!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? When taking initiative isn't the best thing. Lesson learned and will now put me on high gut alert.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Writing when you don’t know what you’re talking ab. Congratulations Tammy! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 27, 2008

I was talking to someone about that this week and decided that if we talk to our friends about work while we are on holidays, then there is always the chance that they will want to talk about their work and oh no, I am not going there. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. I cant wait!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 13, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. They had enough time as they saw the bus approaching, they know they will need it, but time and time again, they are searching for it. We really are creatures of habit and I find if I just keep doing it the same way each time, it becomes easier to be prepared.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Lets enjoy our day together.© © Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 8 November, 2009 Preparing your boss for meetings away from the office or at home I had a good tip from my boss that I have used to help me prepare him for meetings whether they are away or at home.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 21, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Ive been gaining weight lately and couldnt figure out why until I started to look at my new office habits.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? What a convenient way to send cards. When I tried this service, it was a great alternative for me.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Many young executives have never had an assistant before and are so used to not having one, that they don't know how to utilize one. Many young executives have never had an assistant before and are so used to not having one, that they don't know how to utilize one. The incentive was you saved.002 002 cents a litre.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 1, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? You will notice on the side bar I have put a lot of the reading sites (My blog list etc.) 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 7, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants.

Administrative Professionals

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 27, 2009

Now I am off for a weeks holiday at the cottage with my daughter and grandson. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Perhaps you can help.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 13, 2008

Merry Christmas everyone and have a safe and happy holiday and a prosperous New Year. 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 Lets enjoy our day together.© I always have a hard time deciding whether to go to the office Christmas party. So why bother going?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Now I am on holidays and preparing for a big move to a new home. Have a great summer everyone and enjoy your holidays when they come. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. I also had a reception and dinner to attend that night at 6. You can be sure I have checklists for that as well.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? They can slot you into courses, either online or live classrooms that are happening tomorrow or later on.

Training

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? One of the best kept secrets in Word 2007 is the Word Options button. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Excellent material!

2007

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? Last half of the NHL season.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 1, 2009

I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday. Taking stock We don't know what we don't know ► June (1) Playing nice in the sandbox ► May (2) Whose meeting is it anyway? In Word, choose Insert, Date and Time and then highlight the date format you like and press OK. Excellent material!

2009