Bonnie Low Kramen

JANUARY 27, 2021

Silence is the enemy of fixing what is broken in our workplace. This includes workplace bullying and discrimination and career progression, to name just three. In fact, the most effective assertiveness happens calmly, factually, and directly. Send a note to a manager about their direct report.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 23, 2017

Throughout my career as an employee—a few decades ago—I had the need to voice my opinion to my manager, colleague, vendors, peers, and others. We all experience this in the workplace. Come see me live in Chicago for Administrative Professionals Week! I encourage you to work on this vital business skill. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 22, 2015

Administrative Professionals leading in the 21st-century. With new technologies (apps, devices, office environments) and globalization, restructuring, downsizing and flattening of top heavy organizations, as administrative professionals, if we are not careful, we could literally get run-over!

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 26, 2018

I’d like to share with you a few little workplace-effectiveness techniques that boost success. When you’re a pro at what you do, you understand the importance of managing expectations among the people you support and work within the office. How to be effective in the office. Do” or “can” instead of “try.”

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

However, Monday is the perfect time to talk about workplace conflict because we all have to deal with it. Use assertive communication techniques. Share you questions or comments regarding workplace conflict for Joan below. The post How to Respond to Workplace Conflict appeared first on Office Dynamics. Take Charge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 3, 2017

April is one of my favorite months because, here at Office Dynamics, we get to celebrate the wonderful accomplishments of those in the administrative profession! In case you are not aware, Administrative Professionals Week is April 24 – 28. It is really important to set healthy boundaries in the workplace.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2015

You vent to your friends, your family, or other administrative professional colleagues, who understand the pressure of your job. At the Conference for Administrative Excellence this fall, I’m going to help you hone lots of skills to be more resilient to change and stressful situations in the workplace.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2016

Unfortunately, in the workplace, people often stay in their realm and unless they are pushed to take on something new or think differently, they stay with what they know. Being that Administrative Professionals Day is this week, I would actually like to challenge all administrative professionals to stretch out of their comfort zone this week.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

If you are a manager reading this blog, check off the ones that apply to your administrative partner. Excellent time management skills. Professional presence. Taking baby steps is a good way to manage a big list of “must get better at” areas. This might give you an idea of areas that need to be developed.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 11, 2015

it can be a big thing in how non-administrative professionals view the role. My goal is to get our attendees to see how even their own language, thinking and behaviors can hold them back from being taken more seriously in the workplace. Managers work hard so they can be promoted to Director, and then Sr. Be assertive.

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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. Or are you letting your professional reputation be shaped unintentionally? Shift Your Paradigm.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 8, 2019

This week we are going to post two questions from different administrative professionals so we can get those helpful answers to them more quickly! Jordan, and her question is: What is the best way to deal with double standards (do as I say, not as I do) in the workplace? ” Most companies want you to submit S.M.A.R.T.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2018

Observing administrative professionals at work is one of my greatest moments. That means more can be accomplished in less time – and management is sure to appreciate that. A penny saved is a penny earned” applies to the workplace, as well. I see employees in action in their environments. Make money. Save money. “A

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 5, 2016

When it comes to confidence in the workplace—or anywhere for that matter—it’s important to realize that few people are naturally confident in all situations. Earlier this year, I was asked to emcee one of the largest conferences in the world for administrative professionals, APC. That’s where this photo was taken.).

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

Under that umbrella, we addressed topics such as self-management vs. stress management, learning specific difficult people types and how to handle each of them, the benefits of conflict and much more. Some people think when I’m talking about setting boundaries, they have to do with sexual harassment in the workplace.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 24, 2009

The Office Professionals Place by Elite Office Concepts The purpose of this blog is to educate, enlighten, motivate, inspire, and strengthen office professionals to grow in their professional development. Monday, August 24, 2009 Managing the Micromanager The job description did not include managing a micromanager.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

We specialize in professional training, development and information for administrative professionals and their executives. Are you ready to give up talking to your manager because he or she never listens to you? You need to work on your communications skills and being more assertive to gain attention.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Just over a week ago, I had the honor of attending the Office Dynamics Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. As a proud former administrative professional, I consider myself intimately familiar with the unique challenges—and unique rewards—of the field. People are always more comfortable with silence.

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APRIL 18, 2015

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Office Dynamics

MAY 1, 2017

I hope everyone has recuperated from an exciting Administrative Professionals Week. 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. I wanted to only focus on the administrative profession. Self-management.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

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. We offer high level coaching, onsite workshops, an annual conference for administrative excellence, an executive assistant boot camp and more.

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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. I hear managers or Human Resource Professionals say it doesn’t take any special skill to be an administrative assistant. Manager of your executive’s work life.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2015

Did you have the most incredible Administrative Professionals’ Week this year? Business Management Daily had a daily free download or gift. Here’s a recap of the great content that was discussed this month: 10 Steps to Supporting Multiple Managers (4/1/2015). IAAP teamed up with Staples to #CelebrateAdmins.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 1, 2016

Recently, I was conducting a full-day workshop for administrative professionals at a large organization. I was purposely brought in to help these assistants manage change, build strategic partnerships with their managers, learn how to be more proactive, and build peer synergy. She was the one losing out; not me.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

Earn positive attention in the workplace and address the most common obstacle standing in the way for most assistants—lack of self-esteem. Simple strategies for earning positive attention in the workplace while still remaining humble and gracious. Do you struggle with getting people to notice you? As an attendee, you will learn….

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

You’re frustrated by limited opportunities in your workplace but decided that, for personal or financial reasons, you need to stay put. Approach your manager about taking on increased responsibilities. Ask to join or form a workplace committee. Manage interruptions and learn to say “no” where appropriate.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Certified Executive Administrative Professional ( CEAP ) curriculum-based designation is awarded to those students communicating their interest to apply. Therefore, it’s important to help them guard and protect positive attitudes – among their most important assets to success in the workplace. Manage and prioritize tasks.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 24, 2016

As an administrative professional, you probably think of yourself as an employee. With a PhD in psychology and impressive background leading corporate change initiatives, Daren has a unique and inspiring message every administrative professional will benefit from hearing. Learning Highlights.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 8, 2015

One of the most common complaints we hear from modern administrative professionals is that they feel busy—overwhelmed even—but they still aren’t really being utilized. Strategies for successfully managing up and getting your executive(s) to delegate more. How to manage up. Are You Overworked But Underutilized?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 1, 2015

There is no greater relationship in the workplace than that of an executive and an Assistant. I can honestly say that because of my experience in the administrative profession for 20 years in a variety of organizations. [This article was originally posted at Executive Secretary Magazine.]. Employees feel time-compressed.

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The Office Professionals Place

MAY 21, 2010

Below is the office professionals code of conduct. I will manage the tasks and projects set before me appropriately so that deadlines are met. I will communicate effectively and assertively so that there is a clear understanding of what is required and requested. I will seek results and be detail oriented.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

We’re all fortunate to have training pioneers like Joan and her team in the corner for administrative professionals. Brandi Britton is a district president for OfficeTeam , the nation’s leading staffing service specializing in the temporary placement of highly skilled administrative and office support professionals.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Use these strategies to improve relationships, get work done, persuade others, negotiate, create win-win situations, and be seen as a world-class administrative professional. Hidden anger or resentment will create barriers. Best of luck!

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Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

If the situation is to change, then EAs need to participate in the assertion about what assistants do and the responsibilities they now hold. In 2021, it is widely known that assistants are the backbones of companies and the right arms to their managers. Oh, and bullied by managers and peers? Yes, they do. Click here.

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Wednesday, February 24, 2010 A Test of Your Professionalism: Will You Pass? A professional is someone who possesses distinctive qualities in a particular profession. Listen with empathy not sympathy and be assertive in your response. Let them have their words. Do not interrupt. Seek answers. February 26, 2010 4:45 PM Debra said.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

Use assertive communication techniques. I hope from this day forward you will change your thinking from managing conflict to consensus building. Sometimes what we think is the problem, really isn’t. When the other person is speaking, listen for any hidden issues. Try to get to the heart of the conflict so you can deal with it. #9

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

I thought it was relevant as the workplace is often filled with office politics and misunderstandings that can make your work experience quite miserable. Let's also examine ourselves to make sure we are not part of the problem, but rather those who work toward a solution to make our workplace a healthy place for everyone.? Translation?

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