Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2019

While everyone must competently use today’s information technology tools, too many of us are ignoring the proven importance and effectiveness of interpersonal communication skills. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Hidden anger or resentment will create barriers. Best of luck!

Assertiveness 203

Assertiveness Negotiating Administrative Professionals Goals 203

C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The demand for efficiency is at an all-time high, and as organizations grow and become more complex, skilled administrative professionals are needed now more than ever. They completely understand the role as well as the talent and skills required to fill it.

Agencies 96

Agencies Management Resume Networking 96

Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

I believe meeting planners and administrative professionals possess similar skills/traits that enable them to be good at what they do. It’s a full-time job and then some and for the administrative professional who is asked to plan a meeting over and above (or even as part of) their normal day-to-day responsibilities.

Suppliers 226

Suppliers Meeting Planning Administrative Professionals Attire 226

Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

She helped us understand how creating and developing a lasting business connection takes time and skill, and delivered unique tools for surmounting awkward moments, starting conversations effortlessly, and the art of follow up. The two are not only very different skill sets but are not in any way interchangeable.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Collaborate Networking Skills 100

Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 5, 2015

But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like. These basics are the foundation for more advanced skills, such as persuasion, negotiation, crisis management and conflict resolution.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Administrative Professionals Skills Management 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 21, 2016

The negotiator is someone who usually tries to make up the rules as she/he goes along. For example, if a negotiator sees a co-worker drinking at lunch, they might wait to see if the behavior affects her/his job in any way, to see if it happens again or if anyone else notices.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating IAAP Expenses 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

While everyone must competently use today’s information technology tools, too many of us are ignoring the proven importance and effectiveness of interpersonal communication skills. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Hidden anger or resentment will create barriers. Best of luck!

Skills 100

Skills Assertiveness PowerPoint Negotiating 100

Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 13, 2016

Peterborough has a large number of SMEs, which often means that you can be the sole administrative professional in your office. Running the network has only brought positive challenges, the largest of which I would say is honing my negotiation skills in order to keep the events free for our members!

Networking 100

Networking 2013 2016 Twitter 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Ask questions to assess degrees of urgency, and practice negotiating timelines or redirecting requests. Have a look at your time management skills, and how best to invest your efforts on a daily and weekly basis. Assistants spend much of their time taking care of others’ needs. What to do? Separate ideals from necessities.

Mentoring 100

Mentoring Administrative Professionals Negotiating Budget 100

Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

A lot of Job Specs tend to focus on a standard set of skills rather than the actual responsibilities. It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. The global tribe of administrative professionals is largely female at 98%. Risk Management.

Social Media 100

Social Media Fax Skills Suppliers 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 2, 2010

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking at an Administrative Professionals Week event in Washington, DC. But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating Skills 2010 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 2, 2010

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking at an Administrative Professionals Week event in Washington, DC. But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating Skills 2010 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

This is an important skill to develop for any individual who has to work with others. Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.” It starts with having the attitude, then developing certain skills. I’m not referring to full-blown, yelling at each other.

Self Esteem 100

Self Esteem Assertiveness Skills Administrative Training 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.” It starts with having the attitude, then developing certain skills. You want to develop the skill to take charge in a way that you will get cooperation. There are times when you should not negotiate but instead must walk away.

Self Esteem 100

Self Esteem Assertiveness Skills Negotiating 100

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Joan invites executives to speak from their side of the desk and that can be enlightening to administrative professionals. I was stunned at the perspectives these executives shared with their administrative professionals. We administrative professionals are not passive. We are active.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Skills Negotiating Clothes 100

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Joan invites executives to speak from their side of the desk and that can be enlightening to administrative professionals. I was stunned at the perspectives these executives shared with their administrative professionals. We administrative professionals are not passive. We are active.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Skills Negotiating Clothes 100

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 5, 2010

Perhaps after some smart negotiating you can have it worked into the budget for future years. Don’t be shy because you are an administrative professional. This group is great on skill building. If training/travel aren’t an option it may be a goal to strive for as a reward for a job well done. Toastmasters!

Networking 100

Networking AEAP IAAP Negotiating 100

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 5, 2010

Perhaps after some smart negotiating you can have it worked into the budget for future years. Don’t be shy because you are an administrative professional. This group is great on skill building. If training/travel aren’t an option it may be a goal to strive for as a reward for a job well done. Toastmasters!

Networking 100

Networking AEAP IAAP Training 100

The Office Professionals Place

JULY 29, 2009

These responsibilities require an individual who is proficient in computer software programs, communication skills, negotiation, time management, and organizational skills- to name a few. It is essential to continue to hone in those skills that will make you the indispensable assistant. computer software).

Filing 100

Filing IAAP Fax Calendars 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

I knew we were going to go back to that city the next year so negotiated with the hotel that if I booked the next event at their venue would they waive the cancellation fee. Negotiation As you saw above, negotiation is possible. Fortunately, they were able to waive it and we only lost our $500 deposit. It is always worth asking.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Negotiating International 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

This limits your negotiating power to compare pricing and use your own vendors. Are there in house vendors we are required to use? Often there are required suppliers and service providers such as audio/visual vendors, or caterers who you must use when working with a specific venue.

Agencies 100

Agencies Budget Suppliers Negotiating 100

Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

After negotiations with one organization, I ended up agreeing to the initial salary offered (knowing the position called for considerably more). Whether via words spoken or actions taken, there is a history of Black people being told to be quiet and accept things the way they are, especially when we attempt to speak up against injustices.

Salary 52

Salary Collaborate Travel Stress 52

Who's the Real Boss?

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

This platform, that was designed to connect skilled service providers with those who required skilled services, ended up revealing to me what would be the most savage and ruthless landscape of tens of thousands of ‘Joe Blows’ wanting to make a quick buck, regardless of whether they were skilled in the task requirement, or not.

Resume 52

Resume Cover Letter AT&T Interviewing 52

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 21, 2024

Taking an active part in coordinating CyberCrimeCon (annual global cybersecurity conference) to streamline processes around international guests’ travel, negotiate with the hotels and sponsors to get discounts, and save additional costs by involving volunteers.

International 75

International ASAP Negotiating Administrative Professionals 75

Admin Awards

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This lively discussion covered the following topics: – How Administrative Professionals lead by being brave, especially when leadership is the source of bad culture. – The Administrators Impact on Employee Morale and Company Culture Whitepaper. How Admins can inspire culture by being their authentic selves. –

Administrative Professionals 40

Administrative Professionals AT&T Retirement Environment 40