Microsoft Outlook is the preferred software for many individuals and businesses to manage their information, communication and meetings. Yet most are only using 20% of the features of this powerful productivity tool.
At this workshop, you’ll learn how to better manage your electronic environment by understanding information management principles, creating an effective e-mail action and storage system, utilizing office tools and applying these principles to MS Outlook’s integrated system.
You’ll leave the workshop armed with tips and tricks that you can implement immediately to reduce stress and increase productivity.
This is a one-day workshop in Ottawa.
Space is still available for all course dates listed, unless otherwise noted.
Getting Started
• Customizing the Desktop
• Working with Outlook 07
• Displaying and customizing Toolbars
• Using the Navigation Pane and the To-Do Bar
• Working with Folders
• Using Instant Search
Creating Messages
• Setting Default Values
• Creating a new Message
• Using the new Interface
• Addressing a Message
Sending Messages
• Answering and composing Messages
• Using the Address Book
• Using the Insert and Options Ribbon
• Saving a message
• Recall a message
Receiving Messages
• Viewing, sorting and searching the Inbox
• Forwarding Messages
• Storing Attachments
• Setting Default Values for Junk E-Mails
• Creating Rules
Working with Calendar
• Setting Default Values
• Navigating in Outlook Calendar
• Making Appointments
• Setting a recurring Appointment
• Scheduling and editing Meetings
• Using Drag and Drop
Saving Time with Tasks, Notes and Journal
• Setting Default Values
• Creating and Formatting Tasks
• Creating and Formatting Notes
• Working with Journal
Managing Folders
• Setting Default Values
• Understanding the Hierarchy
• Creating Folders
• Drag and Drop Attachments
• Setting Auto Archive
• Sharing Folders and Giving Rights
Viewing and Using Outlook Today
• Setting up Outlook Today
• Navigating in Outlook Today
At the end of this seminar, you will be able to:
• Create an action plan to reduce your information collection points
• Keep your inbox under control
• Reduce the amount of information you receive
• Reduce the amount of paper you use and keep
• Categorize information correctly
• Find contacts instantly
• Set-up your task system to work for you
• Manage your e-mail effectively
Who Should Attend This Course?
Anyone who feels they are under-utilizing MS Outlook’s capabilities, or is overwhelmed with emails and tasks and wants to develop an effective system for staying organized.
Your Instructor for this training workshop is: Sue F.
Course Location: 151 Slater Street, Suite 301
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