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5 Reasons Why You Need Emotional Intelligence

Office Dynamics

Nearly all HR managers (95 percent) and employees (99 percent) surveyed by OfficeTeam said it’s important for staff to have strong emotional intelligence. And to quote Liam Neeson in the movie “Taken,” regularly interacting with a wide range of personalities inside and outside the company requires “a very particular set of skills.”

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What I Learned From 450 Revolutionary Assistants in Las Vegas

Office Dynamics

It was the first time my company OfficeTeam was participating in the event. She started as a temporary professional with OfficeTeam, honing her skills and knocking down challenges one by one. We’re all fortunate to have training pioneers like Joan and her team in the corner for administrative professionals.

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How Administrative Professionals Can Prepare for the Office of the Future

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by Brandi Britton, district president, OfficeTeam. This article was originally published in Executive Secretary Magazine and shared with permission by OfficeTeam and it’s author. You’ll see how you can get involved and grow your administrative skills. Event planning. Lastly, take the initiative. Register here.

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The Skills You Need to be Great Boss

On The Job

A recent OfficeTeam survey finds that 76% of workers say they are not interested in their manager's job. But even if your company doesn't have a formal training program, that doesn't mean you should just rely on the powers that be to recognize your potential managerial greatness. Hone your communication skills. But hold on.

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Are Professional Certifications Worth It?

Eat Your Career

For example, a recent OfficeTeam survey of the administrative profession found that employers pay up to 8% more on average (in the U.S.) Possessing it demonstrates expert-level mastery of the skills required to leverage systems like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. What really matters is how you use those skills. Do you trust them?

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Thank you for joining our Admin Blog-a-thon, what’s next?

Office Dynamics

Is Your Company Failing At Recognition Guest Post by Officeteam (4/14/2015). Make Your Boss Look Good [Part 2] (4/10/2015). 5 Ways to Thank the Assistants Who Help You Succeed (4/13/2015). How Well Do You Communicate? Guest Post by Judi Moreo (4/14/2015). How To Do More With Less Effort Guest Post by Adam Timm (4/15/2015). 4/15/2015).

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Is Your Company Secretly Failing At Employee Recognition?

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But opinions are divided between employers and their staff on what constitutes effective employee recognition, according to a new OfficeTeam survey. The surveys of managers and workers were developed by OfficeTeam, a staffing service specializing in the placement of highly skilled administrative professionals. About OfficeTeam.