Office Dynamics

MARCH 18, 2015

This is the best advice you will ever receive on how to build a strategic partnership with your executive, manage their day, and stay on top of the volumes of tasks and projects you have to handle. Or because so many executives are independent, they place events on their own calendars and forget to inform their administrative partner.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 16, 2023

This included erroneous videos on TikTok and Twitter suggesting the presence of Wagner Group (Russian state-funded) fighters, false claims about Algeria’s military involvement, and inaccurate assertions about banning uranium export to France. It might be worth considering these policies as avenues for enhancing internal processes too.

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Workplace Insight

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The Respondent further said that they were concerned that her “ability to input in management strategy meetings and be involved in in-person collaboration will also be negatively impacted”. The Respondent concluded by stating that were it to agree to the Claimant’s request, it would have a negative impact on the Claimant’s department.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

If you are a manager reading this blog, check off the ones that apply to your administrative partner. Excellent time management skills. Taking baby steps is a good way to manage a big list of “must get better at” areas. I recently came across this list from one of my classes and wanted to share it. Accountable. Trustworthy.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 24, 2015

Ideas on how to build better partnerships with your managers. All of April we will be celebrating administrative professionals and giving you: Spot-on information related to the administrative profession. Tips to help you be more productive in your day. Strategies for setting priorities and taking control of your day.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

I love reading these letters as 1) I see the training we provided truly worked, but more importantly, 2) I learn what executives appreciate—what executives look for in an assistant—and what executives value and observe. Always proactively planning for me thus reducing my set up and pre-coordination time of events.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 4, 2015

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 3, 2017

If you would like to hear all of them, you can watch the replay of the live event. If someone is doing something or saying something that is unacceptable to you, then you need to speak up in a professional and assertive manner. Thousands of employees tell me they can’t attend training because their company won’t pay for it.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 11, 2017

Supporting Senior Management with PA assistance in helping develop legislation for the Scottish Government. . Some days I eat my lunch on a train if I am travelling but I like it most when I am in my own office and have lunch in our kitchen area with my friends. Donna also won last year’s Scottish PA of the Year.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

I also host a high-end training program for executive assistants and administrative assistants called World Class Assistant , in Las Vegas. If you are traveling alone, find out who else is attending that administrative conference or a training event, coordinate arrival times and share your transportation.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 8, 2016

The article, Juggling: The Art of Supporting Multiple Managers by Stacy Leitner was originally posted at AGreatDaysWork.com. If you are an assistant who works with multiple managers or executives, you know the work can be overwhelming at times. When you support multiple managers, the work multiplies!

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Office Dynamics

MAY 1, 2017

The administrative team went above and beyond what I imagined and I am eternally grateful to the ladies who put love and attention into the event. Cindy McConnell loves putting on events as they do that often at Shure. I started administrative training in a few of the companies where I worked. Self-management.

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Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Many trainings and articles about microaggressions focus on how you can intervene in the moment, which is a crucial part of allyship. asking someone to share their expertise at a corporate event or at an event that makes a profit, make sure they are paid equitably for their expertise. Microaffirmation #8: Amplify their voices.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Though my career has evolved into training and development, I always feel most at home when surrounded by growth-oriented assistants. Joan taught us to be assertive and persistent, even in the face of naysayers. It was inspiring to see the powerful relationships that formed during the event.

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Assertiveness Administrative Professionals Gifts Training 100

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

If our manager’s take little time to help us set good objectives (again this is fairly common) how do they know what to judge us on? I’ve added a few dual objectives that I shared with my manager so that we both had something to work on together throughout that year…. The first large commercial event is in July 2014.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

If our manager’s take little time to help us set good objectives (again this is fairly common) how do they know what to judge us on? I’ve added a few dual objectives that I shared with my manager so that we both had something to work on together throughout that year…. The first large commercial event is in July 2014.

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2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

If our manager’s take little time to help us set good objectives (again this is fairly common) how do they know what to judge us on? I’ve added a few dual objectives that I shared with my manager so that we both had something to work on together throughout that year…. The first large commercial event is in July 2014.

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2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2017

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. Event Planner. Training Coordinator. Many professional groups allow “outsiders” to attend events, especially if you’re exploring the field as a potential career path.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

Every day, we can face conflicting views, opinions, approaches to a project or differences about when to host an event. Here are 14 strategies taken from my flagship administrative training program, The Star Achievement Series®. Use assertive communication techniques. I’m not referring to full-blown, yelling at each other.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 1, 2016

I was purposely brought in to help these assistants manage change, build strategic partnerships with their managers, learn how to be more proactive, and build peer synergy. This was a mandatory training event and sometimes when employees are told they must attend training, they get a little defensive.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Our event this year was much bigger (in numbers) than 2015 and we were in a much larger convention space area than ever in the history of Office Dynamics so it took a tremendous amount of mental and physical energy on my part for 4 full days and nights. Be taken more seriously by management. Create opportunities for yourself.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 8, 2015

Strategies for successfully managing up and getting your executive(s) to delegate more. Tools to train your executive how to leverage your talents (and sell the idea to even the most stubborn leaders!). How to manage up. Register to save your seat for this free event. (Hint: There’s a difference!).

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

It was the first time my company OfficeTeam was participating in the event. So did the revolutionary event live up to its billing? We’re all fortunate to have training pioneers like Joan and her team in the corner for administrative professionals. Without a doubt. Continue pursuing opportunities to learn and be challenged.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Sign up today and you’ll receive: Admission to the live event with Joan on 3/10/2015 (10 a.m. Do you hold grudges? Did someone at work say something that upset you? Or maybe they ignored you and that bothered you. Hidden anger or resentment will create barriers.

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Skills Assertiveness PowerPoint Negotiating 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2015

Business Management Daily had a daily free download or gift. Just because the event has ended doesn’t mean we stop blogging. Here’s a recap of the great content that was discussed this month: 10 Steps to Supporting Multiple Managers (4/1/2015). Join us at a live event this year!

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 12, 2015

In preparation for a webinar I held on October 8 called Managing Your Executive’s Day , we sent out a survey and received 700+ responses to the questions “What is your biggest struggle in partnering with your executive?” Executive manages their own email therefore the assistant is out of the loop. #2 That is a terrific response rate.

Calendars 100

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 22, 2016

Self-Management vs. Stress Management and Juggling Work, Home and Your Personal Life. Mastering Exceptional Self-Leadership Online Learning Program (Recorded 2-day learning event). Create a Strategic Partnership with Your Leader. Master Exceptional Leadership One BOLD Step at a Time. Career Portfolio Resources.

Administrative Professionals 189

Administrative Professionals 2016 Gifts Purchasing 189

Office Dynamics

APRIL 21, 2016

There are several factors that determine how we react to ethical situations including our background, personality, level of training, and most importantly our value system. Less than 100 seats remain for this upcoming event, The Revolutionary Assistant. See Lisa at our Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating IAAP Expenses 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Approach your manager about taking on increased responsibilities. If your workload is unreasonable, accept that there’s no shame in making the business case to your manager for assistance or some reallocation of workload. Manage interruptions and learn to say “no” where appropriate. Feeling underutilized? Take the initiative.

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Mentoring Administrative Professionals Negotiating Budget 100

Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

Pacific Time for the live event. Register for a replay link at any time if you can’t join the live event. . For this final session of the year, we’re sending 2015 off with a bang! This is our last free webinar for assistants of the year. December 3, 2015, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 6, 2016

To learn more about this event, please visit www.officedynamicsconference.com. When you add this item to your shopping cart the price will be reduced automatically. This offer expires December 31, 2016 and is good while Early Bird Seats are still available.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2016

Working as an admin professional often means working closely with leadership positions and essentially acting as project manager for the C-suite. Learn more about how you can enter to win amazing prizes during Office Ninjas’ #AdminWeek event. In Good Company.

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Listen with empathy not sympathy and be assertive in your response. Just as you are prepared for meetings, events, etc. Also, this is the perfect time to ask for some professional development training in the areas your supervisor has highlighted you may need improvement. Let them have their words. Do not interrupt. Seek answers.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals IAAP 2010 Filing 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 20, 2015

Invite your female friends and fellow colleagues for this life- and career-changing event. Known for her signature “red lipstick” flair and empowering mantra, Joan will show you how get the unique “edge” that makes you stand out as exceptional in all areas of life (without running yourself ragged in the process!). Learning Highlights.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Along with colleagues from the ReWAGE expert advisory group, academics at the Institute of Employment Research at the University of Warwick examined the legal and workplace practices associated with zero hour contracts, along with data covering flexibility, pay insecurity, workers ability to assert their rights and workers health and wellbeing.

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Assertiveness Legal Policies Health 97

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

During your daily huddles you would discuss upcoming events, projects and meetings therefore giving the assistant an opportunity to be proactive and take the initiative which diminishes last minute chaos. Reduces stress for both the executive and assistant. Opens lines of communication between and executive and assistant.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 15, 2015

The live event is sold out but you don’t have to miss this important resilience-building curriculum. Subscribe to and frequently share your thoughts right here in the comments below. Subscribe to our weekly e-zine, Monday Motivators. Didn’t get a chance to register for the 2015 Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence?

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