SURFING THE NET EXERCISES

CHAPTER 3 Management of Work, Time, and Resources

Exercise 3-1
The Mind Tools website provides information on a variety of workplace-related topics.
This exercise gives you the opportunity to become familiar with this valuable site and
gather information on a topic that interests you.

A. Connect to the Mind Tools website at www.mindtools.com.

B. Use the drop-down menus to research a topic of your choice based on your
interests. The topics include:
 Time Management
 Stress Management
 Memory Improvement
 Information Skills
 Communication Skills
 Practical Creativity
 Problem Solving
 Decision Making
 Project Planning

C. Gather information about your topic and share your findings with your class. Include
how the topic relates to the industry, and the relevance and or importance to the
industry.

Exercise 3-2
Many organizations offer flexible work arrangements for administrative assistants. This
work arrangement can offer some unique benefits for the office professional.

A. Connect to a search engine of your choice and enter the following words Flextime
pros and cons

B. Research pros and cons of a flextime arrangement for business, include the most
appropriate use of technology or software platform. Relate your answer to include
the interpersonal skills needed for this type of work arrangement. Create a table of
comparing and contrasting skills – for example, discipline and time management
skills would be required while flexibility in some areas is also needed.

C. Be prepared to discuss your findings with your class.

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