The Receptionist

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

When listening to an angry visitor, don’t attempt to multitask. Your visitor doesn’t want to hear that response because it doesn’t solve their issue. Offer solutions that can help them solve their issue. Instead, your common enemy is the problem that your visitor is dealing with. Be sure that you’re on the same page.

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Success

AUGUST 13, 2024

She also says that continuing to learn new things helps you problem-solve as you age. However, she warns against multitasking. “Our studies have shown that chronic worries and fears diminish prefrontal cortex activity, damage neurons, shrink brain areas and impair thinking,” she adds.

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The Receptionist

JUNE 28, 2023

Identifying skills and individual strengths Redefining roles Strategies for implementation Tangible ROI Identifying Skills and Individual Strengths People in admin roles tend to have exceptional communication, organization, multitasking, problem-solving, and relationship management skills. An Executive Assistant is so much more.”

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Work Life

DECEMBER 3, 2023

And we need more than catchphrases to solve this problem. And if you think you’re multitasking, it’s more likely you’re just doing a few things poorly. We’ve all heard catchphrases like “work smarter, not harder,” and “don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.”

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Fellow

JANUARY 18, 2024

Your meeting problem, solved. Consider: Muting notifications on your phone Working in a quiet area where you can focus Blocking off time for deep work and concentration 5 Do one thing at a time Many claim to be prolific multitaskers but it’s very rarely the case. TIme management is essential to improving your job performance.

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SnackNation

JUNE 19, 2017

Creative Problem Solving. Since an Admin’s main responsibility is to keep things on point, problem-solving is an indispensable skill. They anticipate the solution before the problem even becomes a problem. Multitasking. In the past, we’ve argued that multitasking is a myth that destroys productivity.

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Success

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Here are a few energy drains I’m willing to bet you could reduce: Multitasking Mindlessly scrolling social media Overconsuming news Talking negatively to and about yourself Trying to do things perfectly Making tons of decisions (and trying to make each one perfectly). I’m not suggesting that at all.

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SnackNation

DECEMBER 19, 2016

See the problem here? The problem is that the pleasure we get from dopamine is fleeting, which leads us to trigger those dopamine releases more frequently. Multitasking. Our brains just aren’t built for multitasking, and we’re all terrible at it. Most of us tend to focus on proactive things. What new skills can we learn?

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 19, 2016

Discourage multitasking: The multitasking technique does not work. Instead, use it constructively so that your team can solve a problem together and figure out how to way to address the problem. In fact, it can double the amount of time it takes to complete a task.

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Fellow

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

These and all multi-project management problems have relatively simple solutions, as you’ll see below. Creative problem solving Top-notch multitasking Savvy resource management 1 Creative problem solving Sometimes, the best way forward when juggling projects is something you have to make up on the spot.

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Vantage Circle

APRIL 18, 2019

Skills like working with people from other departments, communicating, making decisions as a team, strategizing, problem-solving and more. Employee burnout is a real problem in workplaces. Some reasons for this rising problem are unreasonable deadlines, unmanageable workload, lack of support from managers and peers.

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SnackNation

OCTOBER 5, 2018

What Executive Assistants will take away: How to be agile and resourceful in their approach to solving problems and pursuing opportunities. Bad strategy often consists of goal-setting without solving any problems or creating a method of achieving the goals other than by exhorting people to try harder.”.

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Vantage Circle

APRIL 26, 2021

From being a mentor to being an everyday problem-solver. And that is where the problem arises for a manager. When managers cannot solve conflicts, it can gravely affect team cohesion—leading to a drop in productivity and overall efficiency of the workforce. How to Solve Manager Burnout issues? Understand the Problem.

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Go Burrows

OCTOBER 29, 2023

And then very quickly I feel like everyone I worked for realize that I had a lot of operational experience in my background and was able to really take and problem solve very quickly. It is for them to start thinking again, think like the owner think how you would solve this problem. And so I sort of moved up.

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SnackNation

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

The course helps students develop organization, multitasking, prioritization, and communication skills. Utilize common problem-solving methodologies and soft skills in an Information Technology setting. LinkedIn Learning – Problem Solving Techniques – Online. Target skill: Handling pressure.

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Attendance Bot

MARCH 5, 2025

In todays competitive job market, organizations that prioritize neurodiversity at work gain access to a broader range of skills, perspectives, and problem-solving approaches. By embracing neurodiversity, organizations can unlock cognitive diversityleading to enhanced problem-solving, creativity, and innovation.

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Success

MARCH 8, 2023

She believes that motherhood enhances feminine traits like collaborative leadership, empathy, consensus building, active listening and competent multitasking. You cannot tell a 2-year-old you’re going to fire him if he doesn’t get potty trained.” The desire to stand up for “invisible” women inspired Sharon Hadary, D.B.A.,

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Success

OCTOBER 1, 2024

One Task At A Time Multitasking can severely reduce productivity. Think about trying to solve a math problem and then write an essay at the same time. Those who spent more time multitasking while completing their homework spent more time studying outside of class instead.

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Fellow

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Limit distractions: Discourage multitasking—such as using phones or laptops for unrelated work—to ensure full engagement. 3 Brainstorming sessions Brainstorming sessions are when team members discuss, explain, map out, or come up with ideas to solve a problem or challenge they’re facing.

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Vantage Circle

JUNE 19, 2023

Helps organizations identify and address issues before they escalate into bigger problems. However, choosing the right tool will eliminate these problems. Active listening also allows for deeper understanding of employees' needs and challenges, leading to better problem-solving and continuous improvement.

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SnackNation

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Master multi-tasking: According to our SOTEAR, the most desired, most used, and most sought after Executive Assistant skill is the ability to multitask. (20% 20% of our respondents cite multitasking as the most important skill for an EA to master.). Hone your skills: Build your problem-solving skills through mental modeling.

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Work Life

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This means praising wins , even small ones, and addressing issues early before they snowball into bigger problems. Nikki Barua , CEO and cofounder of Beyond Barriers , suggested asking questions like, “How do you think we should approach this problem? This means ruthlessly eliminating low priorities, distractions, and multitasking.

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SnackNation

DECEMBER 7, 2018

To adequately handle that diverse list of responsibilities, entry-level administrators are usually expected to: Recognize and respond to potential problems. Multitask and quickly shift tasks to complete a variety of menial duties without letting anything fall through the cracks. Handling incoming and outgoing packages and mail.

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Office Space

MAY 3, 2023

Of course, if you follow the headlines today, you’d be forgiven for thinking ‘hybrid’ and ‘flexible’ and ‘agile’ and ‘shorter work weeks’ are all the same thing—and certainly, they’re all part of the same attempt to solve the same puzzle. Not everyone likes multitasking and powering through. Even more telling, a whopping 96.9%

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Vantage Circle

APRIL 5, 2019

Usually, 36% of HR managers look for multitasking skills; 31% look for the initiative; 21% look for creative thinking. Depending on the answer, you can assess their leadership quality and problem-solving skills. Interviews are conducted so that you have a better understanding of the candidates’ potential.

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SnackNation

DECEMBER 14, 2018

According to our State of the Executive Assistant Report , “The average Executive Assistant has to be a professional problem solver, a master of organization, a trusted confidant, and a strategic advisor – all rolled into one.”. Tech prowess to correct IT problems and find solutions. An Executive Assistant Explainer.

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Ask a Manager

JUNE 3, 2019

My boss considers himself a master multitasker. ” Just this week I was in his office to get some support and guidance on solving a problem that has been going on for some time. Is there a way to schedule our meetings at times when that will be more likely, or even to meet away from your computer if that would solve it?”

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Being able to adapt and deploy creative problem-solving techniques in a rapidly changing business climate – and world at large – are critical. This helps military members learn to multitask and balance the needs and priorities of different managers. High emotional intelligence (EQ).

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Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Most of them are unable to solve problems associated with work applications or tools. The expert can provide a step-by-step procedure to debug and fix the problem in real-time. Additionally, frontline employees should do multitasking- answering phones, keying in information, and speaking to the customer at the same time.

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SnackNation

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Most EAs solve problems, devise business strategies, manage projects, plan events, guide communications, and so much more. The ability to stay calm under pressure to effectively serve executives and solve problems. Multitasking to strategically complete important to-do items while balancing small tasks.

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Success

DECEMBER 26, 2022

The solution to every problem you’ve ever had is written in a self-improvement book somewhere. One explores the concept of “stuckness,” the truism that in anything we do—building a business or a relationship, or fixing a motorcycle—we’ll encounter unexpected and seemingly hopeless problems that stop us cold.

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Success

DECEMBER 21, 2024

They are action-oriented, motivated by fast results and capable of solving problems to reach their desired outcomes. Those higher in conscientiousness, extraversion and openness looked to problem-solving, and people higher in agreeableness instead resorted to social support. The Big Five and DISC are two different models.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Waking dreamsallowus to dream while awake, significantly enhancing self-awareness, creative problem-solving, andthe ability to findmeaning in life experiences. Besides waking life problems, disturbinglifeevents that evoke strong emotions often manifest in our dreams.

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Work Life

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

For example, you might believe multitasking makes you more efficient, but research shows it can reduce efficiency by up to 40%. A study from the University of California found that people who took regular rest breaks were 26% more likely to experience breakthroughs in problem-solving compared to those who worked nonstop.

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C-Suite Assistants

APRIL 10, 2025

In addition to the usual highly organized and multitasking mindset, there are other crucial executive legal assistant qualities and skills. Manage billing and resolve any billing problems. Problem-Solving Skills Legal assistants must be able to identify problems and find solutions. Maintain digital and paper files.

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Attendance Bot

DECEMBER 6, 2024

For instance, a marketing teams core competencies might include creativity, problem-solving abilities, social media expertise, and storytelling skills. In that case, they might pivot their focus from customer service to technical innovation and problem solving in order to attract new customers and stay relevant.

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Attendance Bot

APRIL 18, 2025

Common culprits include excessive social media scrolling or multitasking. Streamlining tasks and avoiding multitasking sharpens your focus, enabling you to make better decisions. Example: Allocating dedicated blocks for brainstorming or problem-solving reduces the need to make rushed choices later.

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