Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

Team player. If you are a manager reading this blog, check off the ones that apply to your administrative partner. This might give you an idea of areas that need to be developed. Top Assistants List Qualities Of A Great Assistant. Good communication skills. Organization skills. Interpersonal communication skills. Detail oriented. Accountable.

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APRIL 18, 2015

Admin Assistant Training Admin Tips Administrative Professionals Week Assertive Assistant Training Attitude Career Management Communication Skills Cost Effective Creativity Difficult People Etiquette Executive Blog Interpersonal Skills Leadership Mgr/Asst Team mistakes at work Motivators Multiple Managers Networking Organizational Skills Problem Solving (..)

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Our team collectively began to wind down the year and talk about all that’s happened over the years, in the profession, in our own lives, and in the lives of the many we’ve come to know – as we did this, we experienced a wave of emotion. Office Dynamics International has been serving the Administrative Profession for 24 years (since 1990).

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 22, 2016

They guide the organization, make important decisions and steer the team toward success. They guide the organization, make important decisions and steer the team toward success. The 9 key areas where you need to focus, to become a masterful self-leader in the workplace. After all, leaders are the people we work for, right?

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Office Dynamics

JULY 21, 2016

Strategies for communicating with your executive to reduce stress for everyone—including you! When the product is closer to launch, our team will reach out individually and determine whether you’d be a fit. Take a moment to review Joan’s video about Webinar Etiquette in advance. Does this work internationally?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Stress reducer. Intuitive. A mind reader. Approachable. Technically proficient. Director of office operations. Manager of your executive’s work life. I’m sure you get the picture. Working in this profession can be very rewarding, if you choose to step outside of your comfort zone and take risks.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2015

IAAP teamed up with Staples to #CelebrateAdmins. Make Learning Fun For Your Admin Team (4/8/2015). All Things Admin shared a chart of all the special happenings and more and started #AdminProud. Office Ninjas offered daily flash give aways and they had some really incredible gifts. Recovering From Mistakes At Work (4/3/2015).

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

Don’t miss out on the holiday fun…Get jolly with Joan, Jasmine, and the rest of the Office Dynamics team! What to expect from Office Dynamics in the coming year. Hint: Lots of exciting stuff!). This webinar is essential for you if you’ve ever wondered…. • How to prepare for the future. • How to set career goals. • How to break bad habits. •

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

Minute taking definitely isnt easy, but it doesnt have to be stressful. The team members were pleased with the work and it was agreed that the Finance Director should pay the invoice from the Recreation Account. Being part of the team I am a valuable member of the team I take minutes for. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

The art of saying thank you can sometimes get lost in our busyness, but here are some examples of times it would be nice to send a card from work: To thank presenters who speak at your workplace. I sent another assistant a comical card about being stressed out at work. To thank your boss for being supportive during a trying time.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 10 Things = Frustration When one team member doesn’t want to play. Tools Options Preferences E-mail Options Advanced E-mail Options Unclick “Suggest names while completing To, cc and bcc…&# My life is much simply now with less stress. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 20, 2010

Having a buddy can take some of the stress off and give you assurance that you have someone you can depend on. It can also improve team work and general office dynamics. Yes, it is always nice to have a work buddy. If you dont have that in your office, why not suggest it to the other assistants? 23, 1 p.m. (for

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 9, 2010

Before I left I went over my checklists a few times to make sure I had everything and it was stress free each day as I reviewed the lists and checked off the items to bring. The meetings were stress free and I was able to depend on my checklists and templates. It will make my life easier.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

If they are a team player then that filters down to the staff, but if they are the King of the Hill, then that also starts to filter down and people start to feel more important than they should and a lot of power struggles start happening and back-biting. Perhaps even on a little royalty as you pass their way. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 16, 2010

Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. Check: How much time is spent on e-mail? Manage: Try scheduling e-mail checks every two hours to minimize time spent with the e-mail account open. (for

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

Be a team player. One of the things they stressed was to hire well. Having the right people in the right job is a good combination and makes for a productive team. Start yesterday and be the most improved worker on the team and show you have the qualities they are looking for. Dont try and hide and stay below the radar.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

At Office Dynamics International we love what we do. Part of what we do is provide tools and services to administrative professionals to enhance the quality of their work-life that promote administrative excellence.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Assistants go out on a limb so their bosses won’t have to lift a finger. Excellence for them is not just a goal, but a habit. This infographic is part of a series celebrating administrative excellence. Find out more at ‪ #‎BehindTheSuccess‬: The post Anatomy of an Executive Assistant Infographic appeared first on Office Dynamics.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

Much easier than searching in Outlook and less stressful. The good thing about keeping them all in a central spot is I always know where the paperwork is and can easily grab it when I need it. When a meeting is finalized, I put the scheduling sheet in a completed file. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 29, 2009

Humour is a powerful stress reliever if done in good taste, but timing is everything. Its not that Im funny, because Im not, but I find a lot of things funny. Both of these positions were in the busiest offices I have ever worked in, but when the going gets tough, humour seems to abound!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

As an aside, pen and paper will suffice if I have to, but you can see that the checklist can help avoid any unnecessary stresses from happening. Another thing to put on your checklist if you are using a laptop is a memory stick. A memory stick is my back up if my laptop and I part ways. Holidays Humour "A cheerful heart is good like medicine."

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

An interview can be as stressful on those conducting it as on the person being interviewed if the conversation does not flow. A firm but short handshake is all it takes. Be prepared in the interview with your own questions too. I always like the interview to be a conversation, with both sides talking.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

You will also feel more in control of the situation and less stressed. Keeping yourself organized will give your boss assurance that everything is under control and they will feel more secure that you are handling things for them. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

This does increase the preparation time, but on the day of the meeting it goes very smoothly with no stress. Then it is a simple matter of filling in the blanks on the day of the meeting. To prepare a minute template simply use your agenda and put it in minute format. Holidays (Public) in Canada and the United States Canadian Holidays U.S.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

A smile and a pleasant word can go a long way to building a strong team and good working relationships. Perhaps we put a lot of the stress on ourselves because we feel that every e-mail has to be replied to immediately. Try not to forget the art of conversation and communicating face to face in your office business dealings.

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