Success Secrets (In-Person)| IAAP Greater Hagerstown

11:00 a.m.: Outlook

Description: In this Outlook Tips & Tricks session, participants will discover strategies for maximizing efficiency across four key areas: Calendaring, Contacts, Email, and Tasks. The session will be divided into two main focuses:

Communication & Task Management: Participants will learn how to enhance email management and task handling within Outlook. Through interactive exploration, we'll delve into Outlook's core functionalities, emphasizing efficient communication and task organization. From mastering the Email Ribbon to utilizing Quick Access Toolbar shortcuts and exploring Email Backstage features, participants will gain valuable insights to revolutionize their Outlook experience.

Time Management & Contact Organization: This segment will equip participants with essential skills to optimize time management and streamline contact organization using Outlook. We'll cover mastering calendar functionalities and enhancing contact management. Participants will explore key features such as the Dashboard, Calendar Backstage, Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, My Day (OWA), and Contacts management tools. Additionally, valuable keyboard shortcuts and notification management techniques will be shared to boost efficiency in these areas.

Attendees will learn:

Efficient Email Management: Participants will learn techniques to streamline email handling, including mastering the Email Ribbon, leveraging Quick Access Toolbar shortcuts, and exploring Email Backstage features to enhance communication effectiveness.

Optimized Task Handling: Attendees will discover strategies for efficient task management within Outlook, enabling them to prioritize tasks effectively, track progress, and boost productivity in their daily workflows.

Enhanced Time and Contact Management: Through mastering calendar functionalities and refining contact organization techniques, participants will optimize time management and streamline contact management processes, ultimately increasing overall productivity and effectiveness.

1:00 p.m.: Optimizing Your Career - Your Performance Review

Description – Performance reviews are an opportunity to grow as an employee and should be embraced. Your review offers you a platform to highlight your achievements, discuss your future goals and receive feedback from your supervisor and colleagues. This session will discuss the way in which you can prepare for your annual review in a constructive and professional manner.

Attendees will discuss:

Types of Performance Reviews

Why reviews are important

How to prepare for your review

What constitutes a good review?

What constitutes a bad review?

What to do during the review

Responding to a bad review

Speaker: Juanita Mort, CAP, MOSM

2 Recertification Points

Branch Director Name & Email: Donnell H. VanSkiver; dhvanskiver@gmail.com

Hosted by the Greater Hagerstown Branch, a part of the Mid-Atlantic Region.