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15 Time-Saving Tips and Shortcuts in Word, Excel and Outlook

15 time-saving tips and shortcuts in Word, Excel and Outlook The only thing we all can agree on is that we do not have enough time to achieve everything. The best way to find that missing time is to save time. Improving your skills in common software tools such as Excel, Word and Outlook can be a great way to start saving a few minutes here and there. Because these software tools are most commonly used on a daily basis, we have decided to give you a list of 15 useful tips and shortcuts that will save you time.   ...

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10 Tips Every Mac User Should Know

Your bellowed Mac is capable of doing many wonderful things but using tips and tricks is what separates Mac users from Mac professionals. There are literally millions of tips and tricks that are available online but we are bringing you our top 10 tips that every Mac user should know. Here they are:    Use Spotlight to do unit conversion You know you can use Spotlight as a calculator but you can use it for unit conversion in Yosemite as well. You can do specific conversions by typing the desired unit such as currency but this tool is so intelligent ...

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10 Tips for being a Better Executive Assistant

Executive assistant is an established professional with operational and managerial skills. The executive assistant is a role for people with excellent communication skills, advanced computer literacy and the ability to learn new technologies very quickly. Usually, executive assistants work closely with CEOs and senior executives and because of their accountability and proximity to key employees, they are often considered as key elements of the organisation.   Answer as soon as possible. This means that you should answer your e-mails, calls, requests right away even if it means that you will only confirm receipt and decide later on.   If someone asks ...

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18 Effective Qualities to Become an Effective Team Leader

Some say great leaders are born, not made. And while there are some born leaders, many more have honed their leadership skills through extensive practice. So, if you’re not a born leader, but want to learn how to be, this article will show you what you need to do to become the most effective leader you can be.   What Skills Make a Leader Stand Out From the Crowd?   Great leaders learn every day – from everyone A leader is an effective listener Leaders embrace the past when planning for the future Leaders help everyone feel like part of ...

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12 Tips to Make LinkedIn Help You Find a Job Or Have a Job Find You

Want to use LinkedIn to find a job or boost your career, but not sure where to start? Here are some ways to get the most out of the professional networking site.    Customize your URL Your URL (uniform resource locator) is the address of your LinkedIn page on the Web. Customizing it will drive it toward the top of a Google search on your name. On your profile page next to the rectangular grey “Edit” button to the right of your name, click on the drop-down menu, and then click on “Public profile settings.” Halfway down the page on ...

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Top Tech Trends to Watch for in 2015

2015 will bring many tech advances that will change the face of the planet as we know it (again). The technology world is ever evolving; it is hard to keep up with it all, with new technologies hitting the headlines on a day-today basis. There is so much technology disrupting our everyday behaviour, but what will prove to be the most useful over this year and the year to come?   Our IT support team have put their heads together to identify the top technology trends of 2015.   Wearable Technology Last year we saw the arrival of Smart watches. ...

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7 Apps to Increase Your Productivity In The Office

Today’s range of smartphones are immensely powerful. There are millions of apps at our finger tips, but which ones will work for you?   Atech Support, the UK’s number one IT support company, has found 7 apps that will boost your productivity in the office.   From to-do lists, task automation and text editors for those quick Word document edits – this list is full of exciting apps that will certainly assist you in your day-to day activities.   Microsoft Office Mobile (iOS and Android)   Did you know that you can get the full Microsoft Office package free on ...

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7 Must-know Tips for Working in Word, Excel and Outlook

  You’ve been working with Microsoft Office for several years, and right when you’re used to one version, a new one gets rolled out. Still yet, you’re pretty sure you know all there is to know about the new Word, Excel and Outlook. If this sounds like you, then think again. Here’s a quick look at seven office life hacks you can use within these programs that will help boost your productivity.     Word 2013 Tip #1: Using Read Mode to your advantage Do you find yourself reading through a lot of documents? If so, then you need to ...

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Protecting your personal data: 10 tips to keep your data safe online

Recently, news stories came out reporting that hundreds of Apple’s iCloud accounts had been hacked. The reports indicated that these accounts were primarily famous celebrities, notably Jennifer Lawrence, Kate Upton, and more than 100 other female celebrities. These reports have brought additional and much needed attention to the topic of data security, particularly as it relates to information we keep online. Businesses and consumers are putting and increasing amount of their personal, sensitive, and financial information on the internet. Cloud services are becoming increasingly robust, and companies like Apple want us to trust them with increasing amounts of financial information for ...

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Moving Up On The Assistant Career Ladder

Even in the world of personal and executive assistants there exists that all important professional ladder that we’re all constantly told to keep climbing. Despite the fact that many of us will work in environments where we’re surrounded by people who are all but consumed by the desire to ascend, ascend, ascend, it’s also important to remember that there’s nothing wrong in wanting to further yourself in your chosen career.   If you’re looking for some advice on how to move up in your own career ladder to a more senior PA role, here’s some advice on how to get ...

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