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AAA93 | Did you know Google Calendar has a limit of 730 events in a recurring series?04 Feb 202600:03:08

Welcome to the first "Did you know?" series episode.  So, tell me - did you know that Google Calendar has a limit of 730 recurring events?  xo Jess

 

Join me live every week for the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!


Jess Lindgren
4465 E Genesee Street STE 114
Syracuse, NY 13214

 

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February 2025 | Interoffice Memeo04 Feb 202600:11:29

Hello, and welcome to the first Interoffice Memo of 2026!  These 'top of the month' episodes are meant to serve as reminders for important milestones throughout the year so I'm not posting standalone episodes about DST, taxes, or holiday party planning.  There may even be a dash of current events sprinkled in from time to time, so buckle up, tune in, and take notes.  xo Jess

 

Ideas for marking Black History (Month and ongoing) in the office from Timeka Green of Heyy HR on YouTube.

Employee Appreciation Day is the first Friday of March, which falls on March 6th here in 2026. 

The Daylight Saving(s) Time spring shift is coming up! 

 

Black women to learn from and support with your money, time, and resources:

Blair Imani

Brittany Packnett Cunningham

Danielle Coke Balfour

Lynae Vanee

 

I, Jess Lindgren, host of this podcast, believe that empathy is not a weakness; it is a strength.  The value and worth of every human being on this earth is not up for debate. 

 

I'll leave you with this quote, which is both timely and evergreen:  

To all the people still saying they're "not political" right now: that choice is political. Choosing normalcy while your neighbors are being targeted, detained, and stripped of their rights is a position, whether you admit it or not. Comfort is a privilege. Silence is participation. History doesn't remember neutrality kindly. If you can afford not to care, it's because someone else is paying the price.

 

AAA86 | Convincing Colleagues to Schedule with me Instead of my Executive18 Sep 202500:06:46

Our Anonymous Esteemed Colleague from Episode 81 is back!  Part 2/4 of their massive question, today we're talking about convincing your colleagues to schedule with the right person - you!  xo Jess

Join me live every week for the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

Ask An Assistant Episode 81:  click here

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  

#askjess #askanassistant 

AAA2 | The Lady Behind the Microphone07 Apr 202100:19:08

A bit about me and my career, and a call for questions.  I don't have a show without you!

Connect with me at askanassistant.com or on Instagram.  Call your grandma!  Drink some water!  xo Jess

AAA1 | Welcome to Ask An Assistant19 Oct 202000:01:19

Welcome, everyone - I'm so glad you're here.  This episode is a quick intro to the pod.  Show notes with transcripts are coming so very soon.  Visit askanassistant.com to view said transcripts, subscribe to the show, and ask your question.  Do something nice for yourself today.  xo Jess

AAA85 | How to Handle Requests for Donations of Products, Services, and Cash?10 Sep 202500:16:37

Esteemed Colleague David reached out with a question about donation requests at their place of employment.  How does your company spread the love?  xo Jess

Join me live every week for the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  

#askjess #askanassistant #donations #corporategiving #philanthropy

AAA84 | Job Title Change02 Sep 202500:13:44

Esteemed Colleague Roy reached out with a question about my job title.  What's your title, and how do you feel about it?  xo Jess

Beginning September 8th, join me for the ongoing Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

AAA6 on Time Split Talk: click here

AAA65 on AI, Yay or Nay: click here

Jake Ruzi helped me design new business cards!  He was so easy to work with, and I love the finished result.

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  

#askjess #askanassistant #deeppocketmonster

September 2025 Housekeeping01 Sep 202500:15:56

September Housekeeping!  Let's talk about the end of year holidays and birthdays more generally.  xo Jess

AAA34 on birthdays in the office: click here

AAA33 on holiday party planning: click here

AAA35 on gift lists: click here

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

Beginning September 8th, join me for the ongoing Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  

#askjess #askanassistant

 

 

 

AAA83 | Mental Health Day(s)28 Aug 202500:04:46

Take care of yourselves, Esteemed Colleagues.  xo Jess

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

Beginning September 8th, join me for the ongoing Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  

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AAA82 | Unsubscribe From Email Newsletters | Roughly Quarterly19 Aug 202500:16:32

It's #roughlyquarterly time! I'm [perpetually] working on unsubscribing from email newsletters that are no longer relevant...or that I never signed up for. Designate some time on your calendar, dust off that project list, and let me know what you're working on this quarter.

SPI 115: listen here

Back to School wishlist: jesslindgren.com/school

Venmo: @galfriday612

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

On August 25th, 2025, join me and Jeremy Burrows for the inaugural edition of the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

Join the newsletter if you're feeling fancy: askanassistant.substack.com

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I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

#askjess #askanassistant

AAA81 | Colleagues Are Not Saying Hi When They Walk By My Desk, and I'm Feeling Disrespected in the Office12 Aug 202500:08:35

Hoo, dang, this week's episode is a DOOZY.  So much so that I'm breaking it down into four parts.  Today is part one of four: Colleagues are not saying hi when they walk past my desk, and I'm feeling disrespected in the office.

 

Back to School wishlist: jesslindgren.com/school

Venmo: @galfriday612

 

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

 

Join the newsletter if you're feeling fancy: askanassistant.substack.com

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I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

AAA80 | Meetings That Could Have Been an Email05 Aug 202500:09:41

Thank you for coming to my TED Talk.  #mtchbae

 

Back to School wishlist: jesslindgren.com/school

Venmo: @galfriday612

 

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

 

Join the newsletter if you're feeling fancy: askanassistant.substack.com

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I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

AAA August 2025 Housekeeping01 Aug 202500:08:09

Plan those holiday parties: Revisit Episode AAA33

Refresh those holiday gift lists: Revisit Episode AAA35

Back to School wishlist: jesslindgren.com/school

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Join the newsletter if you're feeling fancy: askanassistant.substack.com

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I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA79 | BUSY | Importance of Language29 Jul 202500:09:40

It's Importance Of Language: BUSY time.  I would looooove to know what you think!

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

100th Episode Spectacular!21 Jan 202600:16:15

It's the 100th episode spectacular!  I'll do a 'sequentially episode 100' spectacular in late February or early March - stay tuned!  xo Jess

Join me live every week for the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

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AAA78 | Diplomatically Bringing Up Mistakes in the Office23 Jul 202500:10:00

Esteemed Colleague Jamie has a question about being a person who notices things and says, "Hey!"  The importance of language is cited.  Would love to know what you think!

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA77 | Compensation Expectations15 Jul 202500:14:17

Esteemed Colleague Pam wants to know about salary band research as she hunts for her next role.  

Blog post from Haseem Qureshi: 10 Rules for Negotiating a Job Offer

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA76 | Card Party East 2025 | Event Debrief09 Jul 202500:11:05

Esteemed Nephew Everett has a question about my line of work!

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

Intermission (See You Next Week)04 Jul 202500:04:08

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA75 | Top 5 Travel Tips for Executive Assistants on the Go25 Jun 202500:31:43

Esteemed Colleague Charlotte needs travel tips!  Today's episode is a high-level overview of travel tips.  Let's dig deeper into the nitty gritty of travel this fall at my rescheduled #AdminProDay events.  :) 

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA74 | Taking Time Off as an Executive Assistant17 Jun 202500:20:07

Esteemed Colleague Ava needs a vacation!  Today's episode is a step-by-step breakdown of what it takes to get out of the office as an EA.

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA73 | Working from Home with Pets10 Jun 202500:11:57

Esteemed Colleague Kathy asked for some tips when it comes to working from home with pets.  My thoughts may (or may not) surprise you.  :) 

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA72 | Celebrating Milestones at Work03 Jun 202500:12:38

Esteemed Colleague Meredith wrote in with a question about celebrating milestones at work.  Let's discuss!

I'm celebrating a milestone at work today with my exec - his new book pubilshes today!  You can find out more at leanlearningbook.com while we kick back and enjoy the day.

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA71 | Should | Importance of Language Series26 May 202500:07:38

Let's talk about the importance of language when it comes to the word SHOULD.

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA70 | Clean Your (Virtual) Desktop | Roughly Quarterly20 May 202500:13:03

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

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AAA92 | Gifting in the Office11 Dec 202500:23:42

We're doing a little gifting refresher this week!  I would so appreciate anyone listening who considers donating to the holiday wish list fundraiser at my local school.  xo Jess

Join me live every week for the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

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AAA69 | Scheduling with Third Parties13 May 202500:13:14

I'm baaaaack!  Today, we're talking about scheduling with third parties.  A bit of a rant, hope you can relate...or implement change in your organization.  xo Jess

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week! 

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA68 | Speak Soon!06 May 202500:01:18

Esteemed Colleagues, hello!  It's been too long...and it will be juuuuust a bit longer.  I'm feeling much improved on the pneumonia and bronchitis front, but now I've lost my voice!  Two of my favorite housemates step in to record in my stead.  I hope to drop an episode or two later this week - I miss you!  xo Jess

AAA67 | See You Next Week29 Apr 202500:01:53

Still riding high on the recovery train!  While I am much improved since falling ill on April 14th, I have a long way to go.  

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA66 | AdminProDay 202522 Apr 202500:17:17

Happy Administrative Professionals Day/Week to all who celebrate!  

At the time of recording, I am recovering from having pneumonia and bronchitis at the same time!  The message up top is short and sweet, the episode that follows is evergreen and dear to my heart.  

All tickets to Ask An Assistant #AdminProDay events have been refunded.  Thank you to everyone who enrolled, your belief in me is humbling, and I look forward to learning together later this year, and always.

 

I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA65 | AI - Yay or Nay?15 Apr 202500:08:25

Esteemed Colleague Jen has questions about AI - do I use any, can I recommend any programs, and do I worry that AI is coming for my job as an EA?

 

I'm hosting three sessions for Administrative Professionals Day 2025 - it would be an honor to have you join me for any/all of them: adminproday.com

I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA64 | Scheduling the Right Amount of Time with Anyone and Everyone08 Apr 202500:14:09

Esteemed Colleague Nat writes in with a question about scheduling the right amount of time with people who need time on their executive's calendar.  

 

I'm hosting three sessions for Administrative Professionals Day 2025 - it would be an honor to have you join me for any/all of them: adminproday.com

I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA63 | April Housekeeping08 Apr 202500:05:08

Welcome to April housekeeping!

 

Ask An Assistant Episode 15: National Volunteer Week

Administrative Professionals Day happenings:  Jeremy Burrows // IAAP (no H!) // Admin Pro Day

Let me know how you're cultivating/maintaining community, whether at home or at work.  It's so important - now more than ever.  <3 

 

I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

#AdminProDay Announcement01 Apr 202500:03:09
AAA62 | Responsive vs Reactive | Importance of Language Series28 Mar 202500:09:37

Let's talk about the importance of language when it comes to considering ourselves to be responsive vs reactive!

 

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

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Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

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AAA61 | My Favorite Scheduling Tool18 Mar 202500:18:14

Today's question comes from Esteemed Colleague, Kate.  They have a question about scheduling tools, and I Have Thoughts.  Listen in and let me know what you use!

 

I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA91 | Attending a C-Suite Holiday Party - Yay or Nay?06 Dec 202500:11:20

Esteemed Colleague Bianca reached out to ask about getting an invite to a high-level holiday party.  xo Jess

Join me live every week for the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle!

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

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AAA60 | Job Hunting Tips11 Mar 202500:26:05

Today's question comes from Esteemed Colleague, Rae.  They have a question about job hunting, and I share my thoughts on the matter.

 

I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

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Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA59 | Remote, Hybrid, and In-Office Work Arrangements05 Mar 202500:18:44

Today's question comes from Esteemed Colleague Caitlyn.  Welcome, listeners from the Leader Assistant Podcast!

I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA58 | March 2025 Housekeeping04 Mar 202500:08:44

I'm coming to your ears with a few housekeeping items for March 2025!

  1. Employee Appreciation Day is Friday, March 7th, 2025.  You can listen to last year's episode here, and know that the advice is evergreen.
  2. It's time change o'clock in a decent chunk of the world this weekend!  Time and Date dot com has the details for the first half of the year's time change.  You can also listen to last year's episode on Daylight Saving(s) Time, and know that my rage at the time shifting system is evergreen.
  3. A full episode will release by EOB Pacific today.  AAA 59 needed a little more time in the editing phase than usual.
  4. If you're feeling fancy, please consider signing up for the Substack and/or Patreon (and/or Apple podcasts premium once I get that set up).  Your support means the world, and I don't have a show without you.  

 

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I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com

Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching

Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.  Have an awesome week!  xo Jess

Want a note from me and my IBM Selectric II typewriter?  Write to me here and I'll type back soon:

Jess Lindgren

4465 E Genesee Street STE 114

Syracuse, NY 13214

AAA57 | Tips for Remembering Names25 Feb 202500:17:50

Esteemed Colleague Brenda is asking for tips on remembering names in the office.  Spoiler alert - like so many things in life, it's a practice!

Dunbar's Number

 

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AAA56 | Clean Your (Physical) Desktop | Roughly Quarterly18 Feb 202500:14:53

It's Roughly Quarterly time!  Here is a refresher on the projects we tackled in 2024:

Q1, Template Refresh, AAA 8: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-8-roughly-quarterly-template-refresh/id1476184074?i=1000646201883

Q2, Seek and Destroy Large FIles, AAA 20:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-20-seek-and-destroy-large-files/id1476184074?i=1000656340389

Q3, Subscription Audit, AAA 30: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-30-roughly-quarterly-subscription-audit/id1476184074?i=1000665982113

Q4, Email Signature Refresh, AAA 43: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-43-roughly-quarterly-email-signature-refresh/id1476184074?i=1000677451103

AAA 11, Office Cleaning Schedule: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-11-office-cleaning-schedule/id1476184074?i=1000648972658

 

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AAA55 | Dogs in the Office11 Feb 202500:13:00

Esteemed Colleague Vanessa wrote in to ask about whether they should allow dogs in the office.  The answer is simple but nuanced.  Let me know what you think!

 

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AAA54 | Dongles04 Feb 202500:06:50

Esteemed Colleague Lauren wrote in to ask about a pet peeve in the office relating to adapters, and asked if I could relate.  COULD I EVER.  Lauren, you're not alone, and I hope my commiseration (and solution) prove helpful.

 

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AAA53 | With vs For | Importance of Language Series28 Jan 202500:07:50

Today, I'm talking about the importance of language, and specifically, the notion of working WITH someone vs FOR someone.  This has been a very important practice in my life - let me know how it sits with you!

 

The other episodes in the Importance of Language Series that were mentioned in this episode:

AAA 25:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-25-importance-of-language-up-down-the-calendar/id1476184074?i=1000662461393

AAA 40: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-40-specificity-in-the-workplace-importance/id1476184074?i=1000674880317

 

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AAA52 | Minimizing Distractions on your Phone21 Jan 202500:20:49

Let's talk about minimizing distractions on our phones!  I try to think of my phone as a tool rather than a toy, and minimizing distractions as a practice.  Let me know if you try any of these tips and how you feel after.  :)

 

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AAA51 | Supporting Employees, Colleagues, and Fellow Humans Through a Disaster14 Jan 202500:23:07

Go Fund Me campaigns for Black families in LA: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview?usp=sharing

Solidarity and Snacks: https://www.instagram.com/solidarityandsnacks/?hl=en

Junior High LA: https://www.instagram.com/juniorhighla/?hl=en

Leola Lula, my esthetician, who is replacing skincare routines for people affected by the fires: https://www.instagram.com/thelezthetician/

Blair Imani: https://www.instagram.com/blairimani/?hl=en

Caroline Moss's suggestion to 'adopt' a GFM and see it through to its goal: https://www.instagram.com/p/DEutpfFxouA/

Nora McInerny's formula for helping: https://www.instagram.com/p/DEx0Ss_y0_F/

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AAA90 | Freshen up your Resume, LinkedIn, and/or In-Person Networking Skills | Roughly Quarterly18 Nov 202500:14:01

No question this week - it's #roughlyquarterly time!  This quarter, we're talking about getting your professional life in order.  Tidy up your resume, post a thing or two on LinkedIn, and attend a local meet up for a work-related thing that you're interested in.  You never know where it might lead you!  xo Jess

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AAA50 | January 2025 Housekeeping07 Jan 202500:16:05

Burnout session: https://circle.leaderassistant.com/c/leader-assistant-live-events/battling-burnout

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AAA49 | Until Next Year31 Dec 202400:07:05

Until next year, Esteemed Colleagues!  xo Jess

Top three episodes of 2024:

AAA 26 | 1:1 Frequency and Format: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-26-1-1-frequency-and-format/id1476184074?i=1000663070529

AAA 39 | Task Management Systems: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-39-task-management-systems/id1476184074?i=1000673975366

AAA 42 | Weird Requests: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaa-42-weird-requests/id1476184074?i=1000676624618

 

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