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Core Administrative Skills Always Need Improving

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We have done our best to provide you with some great blogs during the month of April. Now I am going to surprise you by telling you one of the most awesome administrative skills you can work on is being brilliant at the basics. Believe it or not, I still use a follow-up system that I learned as an executive assistant in my 20s.

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Multigenerational Communication & Cross-mentorship

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2017 there were 22 million administrative support occupation positions recorded in the United States alone! Whether I work with someone 20 years younger or older than me, I not only share and teach through my own work experience, but I also learn through their background and knowledge.

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Strategies for Advancing Your Career Outside of Administrative Services

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The skills you gain as an administrative professional can easily transfer to other roles. For example, here are a few of the most common roles that may be a great fit for assistants, depending on your skills and interests: Project Manager. As an assistant, you have many opportunities to stretch your skills and try on different “roles.”

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Strategies for Advancing Your Career in Administrative Services

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If you’re still struggling with time management, organization, professional presence, and communication, focus on amplifying your skills in these key areas. These kinds of leadership skills are only gained through practice and yet, they’re essential for advancement. This blog is part of our 2017 Blog-A-Thon.

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5 Reasons Why You Need Emotional Intelligence

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And to quote Liam Neeson in the movie “Taken,” regularly interacting with a wide range of personalities inside and outside the company requires “a very particular set of skills.” Let’s face it, people who have strong interpersonal skills, maintain a friendly tone and show a genuine interest in their coworkers are just more likable.

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10+ Lessons Learned In My 10 Years with Office Dynamics International

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I’d love to share these ten consistent messages that I’ve learned over and over during my time here at Office Dynamics working with the legend that is Joan Burge. Joan would give me an assignment like writing a blog or recording a video, or speaking on stage to our sold-out conference of 250 attendees for my first time. We’re human.

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Cut Word Clutter: Get Rid of Tag-ons and Redundancies

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The announcer’s sarcastic comment about the team’s losing streak punctuated his commentary about the players’ poor skills.” This blog is part of our 2017 Blog-A-Thon. Please leave a comment or share the blog for your chance to win one of our amazing giveaways! Details at www.WordTrippers.com/odi.

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