Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

More confidence when addressing conflict in a way that leverages relationships. Speaks up in my team meetings and has brought additional insights into our group forums that are highly valued. More focus on prompting leaders to ensure critical team meetings occur. Taken on the task of creating presentations for me or the team.

Assertiveness 180

Assertiveness 2018 Calendars Confidence 180

On The Job

MARCH 16, 2020

There seems to be no lack of people touting their abilities online, whether it's starting a new business, leading a team or levitating while drunk. If you’ve been operating under misguided rules like, “I should always know the answer,” or “Never ask for help” start asserting your rights. They're frauds. Right the rules.

Assertiveness 137

Assertiveness Confidence Stress Twitter 137

Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

Good communication skills. Organization skills. Team player. Interpersonal communication skills. Excellent calendaring skills. Excellent time management skills. Great networking skills. Analytical forward thinking skills. Top Assistants List Qualities Of A Great Assistant. Detail oriented.

Assertiveness 100

Assertiveness Etiquette Administrative Professionals Skills 100

Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

In contrast to microaggressions, microaffirmations are little ways that you can affirm someone’s identity; recognize and validate their experience and expertise; build confidence; develop trust; foster belonging; and support someone in their career. Microaffirmation #4: Work hard to encourage participation from everyone on your team.

Skills 114

Skills Assertiveness Confidence 2021 114

Eat Your Career

MAY 5, 2019

But I wasn’t always so skillful in this area myself. I also know exactly what works (and what doesn’t) to find that sweet spot, where you can be both vocal and professional, assertive and respected. One in particular has really stuck with me. In fact, early in my career, I really struggled with this. I’ve always had strong opinions.

Assertiveness 140

Assertiveness Confidence Learning Skills 140

My EA Career

APRIL 4, 2023

It’s about using your skills and expertise to help others succeed and achieve their goals. When I train and coach Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and Administrative Professionals I ensure they are able to clearly articulate how their outputs (what they do), contribute to the outcomes and impacts of their team and organisation.

Administrative Professionals 52

Administrative Professionals Confidence Skills Expenses 52

Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

Do you wish you were more confident? More assertive? Whether these morning meetings take place in person or over the phone they are vital to the executives and assistants team success. See yourself in a new light, starting today! A better communicator? Better managing conflict?

Administrative Professionals 221

Administrative Professionals Assertiveness 2017 Customer Service 221

Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

This is an important skill to develop for any individual who has to work with others. As more companies embrace collaboration, you must learn to work with other people and truly become a team player to get the work done and help your organization be more competitive. Use assertive communication techniques. Take Charge.

Self Esteem 100

Self Esteem Assertiveness Skills Administrative Training 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

As more companies embrace the spirit of teamwork, you must learn to work with other people and truly become a team player to get the work done and help your organization be more competitive. You don’t feel confident or happy when you are in conflict with co-workers or even a customer. Use assertive communication techniques.

Self Esteem 100

Self Esteem Assertiveness Skills Negotiating 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

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. There’s no substitution for mastery. Proficiency isn’t enough.

Mentoring 198

Mentoring Promotion 2017 Skills 198

Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

22 hours (per Level) of focused time with Joan Burge includes personal coaching, skill practice and evaluation during class, assessments, networking and sharing best practices with other high-caliber assistants, and high-energy learning activities. Star Achieving Techniques™ (Skill Module). Star Achieving Techniques™ (Skill Module).

Assertiveness 100

Assertiveness Skills Networking Goals 100

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 26, 2009

This is about asserting one's needs in a positive, professional and firm manner. This starts with confidence in knowing your rights. Then you have to use assertive communication, which I have written about in earlier Blogs. Tags: Admin Assistant Training Communication Skills Difficult People Mgr/Asst Team.

Assertiveness 100

Assertiveness Confidence Training Skills 100

Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

Be prepared to highlight skills and experience related to the specific position’s requirements. Connecting with the job description focuses on the skills you will bring and how they uniquely relate to the position. Connect at least one of your skills and one job requirement that is of most interest to you.

Interviewing 178

Interviewing Retirement Health Skills 178

Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 4, 2014

It is really important that you have the confidence to ask for funding and this isn’t going to happen if you think of yourself as ‘just the assistant’ I’ve had Executives turn my training requests down because I worked in a support function and I didn’t make the organisation any money. The list is endless.

Training 100

Training Networking Assertiveness Expenses 100

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

As part of the Executive team develop the 2014/15 marketing strategy for the business. Skills related objectives. To complete a training course on assertiveness so that I can learn to push back on administrative work from my departmental colleagues and focus on project work for the department Director coming up in Q3.

2014 100

2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

As part of the Executive team develop the 2014/15 marketing strategy for the business. Skills related objectives. To complete a training course on assertiveness so that I can learn to push back on administrative work from my departmental colleagues and focus on project work for the department Director coming up in Q3.

2014 100

2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

As part of the Executive team develop the 2014/15 marketing strategy for the business. Skills related objectives. To complete a training course on assertiveness so that I can learn to push back on administrative work from my departmental colleagues and focus on project work for the department Director coming up in Q3.

2014 100

2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Small Business CEO

OCTOBER 27, 2011

When making sure you and your people have the skills they need to become successful project managers it’s important to look beyond the project management certification. Of course, it’s important to invest in PRINCE2 training and certification, as this gives individuals and teams the understanding of the methodology.

Training 40

Training Project Management Negotiating Assertiveness 40

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 26, 2009

This is about asserting one's needs in a positive, professional and firm manner. This starts with confidence in knowing your rights. Then you have to use assertive communication, which I have written about in earlier Blogs. It's called Establishing Boundaries! This is different than saying, "No!". Joan Burge.

Assertiveness 100

Assertiveness Confidence Management UPS 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

After all, as administrative assistants and executive assistants, you sometimes feel like you can’t set boundaries or you might get fired or your leader will think you are not a team player. A few are that you feel confident, peaceful, in control (not walked over), respected, like a peer or business partner and viewed as a leader.

Monster 180

Monster Travel Administrative Professionals Email 180

Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Assistants are not only keeping themselves on track; they’re also responsible for keeping their executive and teams on track as well. That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities. That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities.

Travel 100

Travel Filing Forms Skills 100