Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Check out my post here for tips on how to listen for the message. Assertiveness. Robyn has developed systems and processes around the best way to write minutes and is passionate about sharing these with others who strive to be excellent minute takers. This post will help you work with the chairman to make this task easier.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 3, 2017

Keep your eyes open for processes that need to be changed or new processes that need to be implemented. 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. That doesn’t mean I did things that were unethical or illegal. Shake things up!

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 3, 2012

As you can imagine I got quite good at bashing out minutes without much thought behind them but no matter how easy I found writing the minutes the process still took forever. Are there any tips that you can share? The post Tips on good minute taking appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Brought up. Complained. Emphasised.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 3, 2012

As you can imagine I got quite good at bashing out minutes without much thought behind them but no matter how easy I found writing the minutes the process still took forever. Are there any tips that you can share? The post Tips on good minute taking appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Brought up. Complained. Emphasised.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Here are a few quick tips. Maintain your processes even during busy times. You and your executive should have clear processes on every aspect of the typical tasks that need to be performed. What often happens is when work or business gets really crazy, processes get put aside such as regular huddles.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2015

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!). Invite your female friends and fellow colleagues for this life- and career-changing event. Learning Highlights.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

I’ve spoken with several assistants that have voiced frustration at the standard process. The process should actually be an exciting time to discuss progress and development goals that will help you maintain or create the position you want to excel in! I have personally experienced stress in the past too!

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Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Here are several tips I’ve found to be effective to build self motivation: Use visual motivators : An inspirational quote or poster can keep you focused on a change you’re trying to make in your life. By controlling your inner dialogue, or your “self talk,” you can assert control over every part of your life. 5 Tips To Stay Motivated!

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

You need to work on your communications skills and being more assertive to gain attention. Do you have a great idea on how to streamline processes but feel it is an uphill battle getting others to change? If you have a good idea, especial when it comes to streamlining processes, keep pushing forward. change takes time.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Even though my team members didn’t know the processes, I searched out other PAs in the overall department, and invited them to a ‘get to know each other’ lunch. After 4 months, I am now so knowledgeable on the organisation’s processes; I have created a new joiner guidance pack to share my knowledge. Don’t doubt your knowledge!

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Pre-course work will be assigned to prepare the student thus engaging them in the learning process before they arrive. Star Savers™ provide quick tips that can be applied right away. This will be a great way to preview the course and learn new tips and strategies. Challenge and improve current processes that no longer work.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 18, 2015

I want to encourage you to stay with the process. I have actually heard executives say they miss these daily huddles with their administrative partner once they engage in the process and miss a day or few days. Discuss this process and its benefits with your executive. Then defer to the Star Essentials tip below. (I

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2018

If you can think of ways to streamline your job (or the work processes in a department, for example), it’ll improve overall productivity. Star Tip: Document your value-added efforts to ensure you reap the rewards over time. There are a number of ways to be what I call a “value-added” partner. Make money. You will be noticed.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

Of course, we had plenty to talk about and one tip an attendee mentioned was, “setting healthy boundaries.” I was at the Las Vegas airport in the security line and was in line to pass my carry on through the screening process. She definitely got a big star for that one because setting healthy boundaries is important!

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Office Dynamics

MAY 1, 2017

On Wednesday, April 26 I hosted a Facebook Live where I spoke about what I love about the administrative profession and gave tips on how to shine in the profession. What about a process that can increase productivity? I hope everyone has recuperated from an exciting Administrative Professionals Week. Self-management. Life is short.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 30, 2011

  You have tried a number of things to manage your time, space and information, but systems and processes just don't stick.  Assertive and demanding one day and then passive the next. You know a ton of stuff about the field you're in. You're a hard worker.    You're not an idiot.   [link].

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 14, 2015

Once you learn to be aware of an unreasonable request or situation, to trust your gut, and establish boundaries, THEN saying no, negotiating for what you want, and asserting yourself becomes much easier, and if I dare say, natural. or I’m listening; I just to need to process what you just said. I hope these tips help!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Work With Stephanie « Improve Your Self-Image and Youll Improve Your Personal Productivity Power | Main | Communication Productivity Tip: Dont Make People Search for You.   Begin to assert control over your mind by learning to consistently follow five steps - 1)    Acknowledge the fear. 

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 24, 2009

In an effort to curb the constant interruptions by your supervisor who is inquiring about your status on a project, give him constant updates so that he can be assured that you are in the process of completion. Provide assurance and be assertive. If possible, give a time when the project will be completed. Thanks for the post.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 12, 2015

In fact, it is quite probable given the right tools, tips, processes and core philosophies. Executives don’t realize that by not making time for their assistant and letting the assistant be the funnel through which everything flows…they are hurting themselves and the assistant’s ability to be the best assistant possible.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Get ready to go from chaos to control with the excellent tips that Julie Perrine shares in this free webinar. Process your emails OUT of your inbox and into a TASK or CALENDAR appointment so you get them into your system for follow up, tracking, and completion. Watch The Organized Admin Webinar Replay.

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Listen with empathy not sympathy and be assertive in your response. There is a three step process in dealing with a reprimand effectively. Desk Demon OfficeArrow Office Dynamics The Professional Assistant Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant Green Office Tips of the Week Save Energy 1.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

To help make the process easier, consider starting slow with a meeting one morning a week. You’ll also need to let your executive know what types of topics you would cover in your Daily Huddle. If you need suggestions, I list all the items that can be discussed when executives and assistants meet in my Communicating with Your Manager post.

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Brilliantly Better

SEPTEMBER 12, 2010

I’m glad the new book is going to have a comprehensive overview of both the process and the app. I use the word “timeline&# instead and it makes the whole process so much more enjoyable. Lyman Reed´s last blog. I never loved the word “deadline&# …too negative and too dark. Not even about flowers as a genre.

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Brilliantly Better

JUNE 22, 2010

All your education is filled with processes that will validate this script over and over. Then restart the process. People who actually study the brain estimate about 95% of behavior comes from automatic or unconscious processes. I will have a look at this one too, thanks for the tip. Many religions are promoting this.

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Success

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Rather than adding pressure onto stressed-out teammates, you might even shift meetings as far away from Election Day as possible to give employees the time to process their feelings without needing to be ‘on.’ In the end, developing a positive culture even in an election season starts far before the election. Today is a good time to start.

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