As an admin, a large part of your day is likely spent on an internet-connected device, be it a laptop, tablet, or smartphone. While we’ve certainly come a long way from the days of mimeograph machines and typewriters, modern technology isn’t without its price: namely,...
I’m writing this week from the Office Dynamics Conference for Administrative Excellence in Las Vegas, and I’m so excited to be here speaking on one of my favorite topics – productivity! Anyone who has followed me for a while knows how passionate I am about procedures,...
This blog post was originally published by Lunarline and is reprinted here with permission. Unless you work in the IT department, you probably haven’t had to know much about cybersecurity. Still, while you may not know how to chase off hackers, as cybersecurity...
Cybersecurity has been a big focus for many people since the massive Equifax data breach was made public. If your personal data has ever been compromised like mine has, the news likely sent chills down your spine. If you have not been a victim of identity theft then...
As an administrative professional, much of your work is done online, which means you have access to a lot of sensitive information. In your hands, this information is safe. However, if someone else gets ahold of it, the consequences can be devastating to your...
A large part of what admins do in their day-to-day jobs requires some sort of digital, internet-connected device. So staying safe while using them is critical to protect yourself, your executive, and your employer. Believing that cybersecurity is solely the...
Do you want to learn how to better organize, locate, and share your notes? Do you want to stop important information from slipping through the cracks? Microsoft® OneNote 2010 can do all of these things and more! If you’re looking for a one-stop shop for capturing,...
Last week, I had the opportunity to present to a fantastic group of administrative professionals at the Grainger headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois (near Chicago). During the company tour that morning, I was struck by the number of assistants they had who were...
Have you been tasked with creating your company's electronic newsletter? Do you know how to create a newsletter that gets opened and keeps your readers engaged? Effective newsletters take a little thought and effort, but the results are worth it! This educational...
Time is precious, productivity is critical, and your Outlook inbox is overflowing. What’s wrong with this picture? One way every professional can recapture precious time in their day, and increase their personal productivity by up to an hour a day, is by becoming a...
Do you know how to format cells in Excel? Can you sum a spreadsheet column without manually adding it up? Whether you’re a daily Excel user or only use it occasionally, there are several useful features every admin should know about the program. Why waste time and...
Learn to leverage the power of Microsoft Word and Outlook and store the content you use over and over in Quick Parts galleries. This feature allows you to quickly access frequently used content with just a few clicks of your mouse. Think about the content you use...