Office Dynamics

MARCH 26, 2018

Communication experts agree that replacing “think/feel” with “believe” expresses even more assertiveness and self-confidence to management, colleagues, and clients: “ I believe you’re right.” Sign up HERE to follow Joan’s Monday Motivators. Here’s one of my favorites!

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 21, 2017

Administrative professionals are always asking us what it takes to really stand out in the workplace. A “paradigm” is simply a mindset, but it plays an important role in how you show up in the workplace. It will boost your confidence and your professional presence. After all, it’s a competitive market out there!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 12, 2016

I’ve lost my mojo and fear speaking up when I should,” confessed Janet who recently stepped into a new position. She’s not alone – I hear this theme often whether delivering programs to attorneys or administrators. Consider the price you’re paying for not speaking up. Confidence only comes from taking action.

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Melissa Peoples

MARCH 8, 2019

In our profession, as Administrative Professionals, this problem is especially profound. Not only is it okay that you are assertive and have an opinion, but other people are actively looking for the answers and the unique perspective you provide. We can encourage each other to speak up. For today, my point is this.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

I was quickly placing my laptop in the bin, folding my raincoat up, taking off my shoes, and putting my purse on the conveyor when all of a sudden, this young woman who had been in line behind me, stepped right in front of me with 2 suitcases and placed them on the conveyor. Good luck with setting healthy boundaries!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

How to comfortably and confidently showcase your value. Many of you stepped up and shared some of your own notes, questions and links to help me recreate what was lost. Questions from your admin peers: Administrative Professional blogs, Facebook, and Linked In resources. Put your talents on display…in the right way!

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 1, 2016

Recently, I was conducting a full-day workshop for administrative professionals at a large organization. People who feel defeated or alone in the world still have to wake up each morning and eke out a living like the rest of us. Try to empathize, even a little. can help influence change simply by making them aware.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

Regardless of what path you’re on, if you’re interested in moving up the ladder as an assistant, there are several strategies to better position yourself for success. You can’t expect to move up if you aren’t already fully and completely (even exceptionally) competent with the basic duties and responsibilities of the role.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Joan Burge designed the course materials with follow-up activities and assessments to be completed outside of class time. Action Items and Follow-up Activities extend learning beyond the class room and empower students to self-develop. Equally important is the ability to communicate your needs assertively.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

I learned additional confidence and to speak up when the position’s duties radically changed within days of being hired. I learned interviewing skills, tips from a brief training period and one coworker in particular who shared her years of knowledge and experience with me during several lunches we had.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities. Even finding an extra five minutes a day to work on your organization skills will add up over time. Systems are made up of several or many different procedures. Being organized creates trust with your executive and those you support.

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