Administrative Professionals, Calendars, Confidence and Learning

Ep 185: Calendar Management for Executive Assistants

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

If you look at your role through this lens, then you’ll stop viewing “calendar management” as an uninteresting part of your job. This episode features an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. Direct link to the Audiobook.

Calendars

Calendars Management Gifts Confidence

3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

All Things Admin

APRIL 17, 2024

As administrative professionals, managing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial for ensuring smooth operations. And it helps build confidence and trust with everyone you work with. In Microsoft Office, categories carry across email, tasks, and calendar. Some track things via Slack.

Management

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Things Assistants Do That Executives Appreciate

Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

I love reading these letters as 1) I see the training we provided truly worked, but more importantly, 2) I learn what executives appreciate—what executives look for in an assistant—and what executives value and observe. More confidence when addressing conflict in a way that leverages relationships.

Assertiveness

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NOT, “Just An Admin!”

Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

It took time, effort, mistakes and a lot of painful focus to learn and ultimately, I was successful. Mr. W’s confidence in me propelled my performance to a new level. Years later, I was working for Mr. K, by this time I had much more experience and was confident in my capabilities. I was a change agent, confidant and advisor.

Negotiating

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OFFICE DYNAMICS CONFERENCE RECAP PART III: The Final Day

Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 16, 2014

Next, Joan Burge took the stage with a strong message reminding us all why we’re really here, and how every professional can truly “Expand Your Influence.” Ultimately, our progress hinges on the quality relationships and authentic connections we make together, and whether we can implement what we learn. One is to solve problems.

Administrative Professionals

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Revolutionary Ways Assistants Can Get Information from Their Managers

Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 8, 2016

Here are some ideas: Daily Calendars Technology is not perfect and neither are humans. It is easy to place a wrong time or wrong date on a calendar. Or because so many leaders are independent, they place events on their own calendars and forget to inform their administrative partner. I learned so much.

Management

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The Future of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2015

The Future of the Administrative Profession – Surviving or Thriving? Changing the Lives of Administrative Professionals Since 1990. Competencies – Calendaring, travel, task organization, projects. Administrative stress levels are higher due to changing priorities and fast deadlines. Is it strong and thriving?

Administrative Professionals

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Ep 247: Email Management for Executive Assistants

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

This episode features an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. I’ve worked with CEOs, professional athletes, Fortune 100 board members, billionaires, pastors—and their assistants—in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors.

Email

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Challenge Yourself with Self-Improvement: Improve Your Mind

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2013

They displayed a 30-day calendar with an action item for every day. As executive assistants and administrative professionals, you work with and meet a magnitude of people. Limit your knowledge and you limit your power and confidence. For the September issue, they identified September as Self-Improvement month.

2014

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Establishing a partnership with your boss

Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 15, 2012

In the admin/boss working relationship however you do have an edge since it is you who schedules your executive’s calendar. Give your boss a reason to have confidence in you. Once they have that confidence you are off to a great start. Both parties have a responsibility and work to do to make it work.

Confidence

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12 Days of Christmas Webinar: The Organized Admin with Julie Perrine

Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities. Process your emails OUT of your inbox and into a TASK or CALENDAR appointment so you get them into your system for follow up, tracking, and completion. Being organized creates trust with your executive and those you support.

Travel

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Meeting preparation.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

My favourite to-do list is a calendar timeline so I can see at a glance where I am at and what I need to do to get there. It is simply using an on-line calendar with space on each day to enter what needs to be done. I feel confident as I check off each item that things will be done on time. No surprises! Choose New.

Agenda

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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

Be confident. To be able to network, you must have confidence. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. One thing Ive learned over the years is that an arsenal of compelling stories and anecdotes related to my career can be extremely useful.

Networking

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Go with your gut feeling!

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

I read something that made me pause, but because I was in a big hurry and felt confident that the other person was covering that base, I let it go. I am not sure if it would have changed the outcome, but at least I would feel confident that I flagged it for my boss. Lesson learned and will now put me on high gut alert.

Time Zones

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Confessions of a Micro-Manager

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I just did not have confidence that this person was going to be able to assist me. I always have more confidence something will get done when I see it being written down. Here are some reasons I think managers can get possessive: Im not sure I can trust you.

Management

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The Little Engine That Could.

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

So I started to say Yes and it was a real confidence booster. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! I started telling myself more positive messages and it empowered me to try. I think I can, I think I can.&#

Self Esteem

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We don't know what we don't know

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

I have been on some interactive sites where assistants ask questions and get answers and I learn from them as I have some of the same questions. Lunch n learns are also a good way to learn from each other. Administrative newsletters or bulletin boards where you can post tips or suggestions is a good way to learn.

Time Zones

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On the job tips for new Admins.

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

It also eases your bosss mind when they see you write it down, it gives them confidence it will be taken care of. INCOMING MAIL: As with e-mail, you should read the letter to see if there are any action items for your boss (or yourself) and diarize them or put the appropriate dates in the calendar. Thanks for sharing.

Time Zones

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Writing when you don't know what you're talking about.

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. I will not say I am the perfect minute taker, but it is something I now have confidence in doing. Writing on a subject you know nothing about is a good way to learn something about that particular topic.

Time Zones

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When taking initiative isn't the best thing.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

If you are a new hire, take the time to learn and ask questions. I always feel more confident when a new hire asks me a question and gets all the information before proceeding. The first months on the job are a learning and growing experience. Take advantage of this time to learn as much as you can and ask, ask, ask.

Time Zones

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It's all in how you feel

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

Buying a new outfit or wearing a freshly dry-cleaned suit will go a long way to increasing your confidence level. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! What about your work space? 23, 1 p.m. (New

Time Zones

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It's Lonely in the Corner Office.

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

I have always liked to share and learn from my co-workers. I am good at some things, but not as confident in other things. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! For instance, I am horrible at collating.

Time Zones

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The Power of the Strategic Partnership Whitepaper

Admin Awards

DECEMBER 1, 2021

We sat down with an extraordinary group of Admin panelists who spoke on the Power of the Strategic Partnership: – Major difference between serving as an Administrative Professional and one who also serves as a Strategic Partner. – How do you prepare yourself to become a Strategic Partner? – ” BE READY TO LEARN.

Administrative Professionals

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Are you worried about job security?

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

I can honestly say that even though it was a hard time to go through, I ended up getting a much better job and a better opportunity and can look back on it as a good learning experience. Be selective and go for the job that is the right fit and that you have confidence you can do. The same can be said for employees. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

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When you need it later: The Bring-Forward System

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

I then put the items in a two-fold file folder with his calendar printed out on the one side and the items he will need for the day on the other side. They will have confidence that you have a plan and that things wont slip through the cracks and will be able to relax and let you do your job. Minute taking made easier. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

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When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off to work I go.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

I also like people to show confidence by shaking my hand. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Other handshakes felt like they were trying to break mine. (New Minute taking made easier. Dealing in real time.

Time Zones

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Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

This is something you really need to experiment with and you will gain more confidence to order less and know there will be enough food. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Minute taking made easier.

Time Zones

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Ep 185: Calendar Management for Executive Assistants

3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

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Things Assistants Do That Executives Appreciate

NOT, “Just An Admin!”

OFFICE DYNAMICS CONFERENCE RECAP PART III: The Final Day

Revolutionary Ways Assistants Can Get Information from Their Managers

The Future of the Administrative Profession

Ep 247: Email Management for Executive Assistants

Challenge Yourself with Self-Improvement: Improve Your Mind

Establishing a partnership with your boss

12 Days of Christmas Webinar: The Organized Admin with Julie Perrine

Meeting preparation.

Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Go with your gut feeling!

Confessions of a Micro-Manager

The Little Engine That Could.

We don't know what we don't know

On the job tips for new Admins.

Writing when you don't know what you're talking about.

When taking initiative isn't the best thing.

It's all in how you feel

It's Lonely in the Corner Office.

The Power of the Strategic Partnership Whitepaper

Are you worried about job security?

When you need it later: The Bring-Forward System

When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off to work I go.

Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

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