Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2017

For the first time in history, the administrative professional’s job description hints at the full engagement of cognitive powers. I often see this in my training classes. The group came up with over 400 ideas which later became the now Amazon-best-seller, Who Took My Pen. Don’t settle for “top of the mind” thinking.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

In honor of Administrative Professionals Day, I want to share my thoughts on why I believe being an executive assistant is a rewarding career. If you have been in the administrative profession around 10 years, think about what you can do to add more interest to your job. I hear it from both sides of the desk.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 18, 2015

Many administrators are now handling their executive’s pre-read meeting materials by printing, reviewing and flagging them as appropriate. Many administrative professionals are doing research, preparing outgoing pre-reads and filtering e-mail note strings for their executive in preparation for a meeting. Department Issues.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

Ask yourself if your goal is to communicate or to win. When we have conflicting views or opinions, usually our goal is “someone has to win and someone has to lose. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. The post Top Communication Tips for Administrative Assistants appeared first on Office Dynamics.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 24, 2016

As an administrative professional, you probably think of yourself as an employee. We’re thrilled that Daren will also be a keynote speaker at the Office Dynamics 23rd Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence in October! Learner: sets goals and expects to be measured against the goals they set.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

Here are 14 strategies taken from my flagship administrative training program, The Star Achievement Series®. How can I help you accomplish your goals?”. Use assertive communication techniques. It may be uncomfortable enough that you dread going to work. Solicit Ideas from Each Other. Define the Problem. Take Charge.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

In the past year, we’ve expanded our global community of administrative professionals exponentially and offered more free content than ever before. Strategies for setting meaningful goals for 2016 and what you can do now to improve your chances of success. How to set career goals. • Goal setting for the new year.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

How can I help you accomplish your goals?”. #3 Use assertive communication techniques. . #2 Solicit Ideas from Each Other. Ask the other person questions like, “What do you think the problem is?” “How How do you see us working better together?” “How 3 Define the Problem. 4 Use Facts Only. 9 Be Open and Honest, Don’t Hint.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

Show that you know how to collaborate and rally a group around a common goal. These kinds of leadership skills are only gained through practice and yet, they’re essential for advancement. Prove that you can manage many moving parts with high-pressure stakes and deadlines and without a lot of supervision.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 14, 2016

Learner : sets goals and expects to be measured against the goals they set. Forward Thinker : acts as a scout, always looking around the corner to see what is coming next. Connector : looks for and recognizes the value of resources outside their area and even outside their company. Empowered : owners are never stuck.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.© Something to think about. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2016

When you achieve your goals, you know it helps your team tenfold. I don’t ever feel as if I’m bound to my desk or not able to work on things that are important to me. ” – Katie N. Nurture is Your Nature. Helping people is just in your nature. A perk is knowing that I made a difference in someone’s life.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2016

The ability to be a team player in the larger sense of the corporate mission, goals, and objectives. “Toughness is key. The job is usually under-rated. You are steering the ship. Suck it up and make it work.”. It’s not about your desk, but the big desk in the sky. You are a little fish in a big pond that can really make a difference!”.

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