Office Dynamics

MARCH 14, 2017

As an assistant, you are constantly dealing with change and often have to adapt to whatever comes your way, whether it is changing your executive’s calendar or travel, or immediately responding to a crisis. Leverage your change style and better manage the constantly shifting demands of work! Watch The Replay! Certificate Of Attendance.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 1, 2023

Reinventing your relationship with time As an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Administrative Professional, you understand the importance of time management. After all, having control over your calendar and workload is essential to be successful in this demanding role. But there's more to it than just [.]

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Office Dynamics

MAY 23, 2019

Ask an Admin was created by Office Dynamics to help administrative professionals with their problems through the help of their peers. an administrative assistant for two different types of managers. an administrative assistant for two different types of managers. This week Carrie S. asks us: I am Carrie S.,

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2020

First, I have been entrenched in the administrative profession for 50 years. Office Dynamics specifically focuses on training and development for administrative professionals of all levels. They are not paid the big bucks to manage a calendar and book flights. What is going on this week? Their role is expansive.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Whether you’re an administrative professional looking for a way to validate your skill set or a manager looking to contribute to your admin’s professional development ( thank you, thank you, thank you ), certification is the perfect step. Clear indication of administrative intent and commitment.

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Worxbee

MAY 18, 2023

As a savvy and forward-thinking business owner, it is crucial to equip yourself with the top virtual leadership skills necessary to successfully manage teams from a distance. We will delve into the seven essential virtual leadership skills that every manager should cultivate to thrive in the virtual work environment.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 8, 2016

The article, Juggling: The Art of Supporting Multiple Managers by Stacy Leitner was originally posted at AGreatDaysWork.com. If you are an assistant who works with multiple managers or executives, you know the work can be overwhelming at times. Let’s face it—the work of an administrative professional is never ending.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The demand for efficiency is at an all-time high, and as organizations grow and become more complex, skilled administrative professionals are needed now more than ever. Executive assistants benefit organizations by expertly managing all of the moving parts of a business.

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My EA Career

APRIL 5, 2023

Clarifying expectations and clear communication are two of the essential building blocks of building a strong partnership between a manager and their Executive Assistant. In the latest episode of the Assist With Impact podcast (Episode 170), I discuss the challenge of assistants needing to manage the needs and priorities of multiple managers.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 18, 2015

This is the best advice you will ever receive on how to build a strategic partnership with your executive, manage their day, and stay on top of the volumes of tasks and projects you have to handle. Daily Calendars. It is easy to place a wrong time or wrong date on a calendar. WHAT WOULD WE TALK ABOUT? Department Issues.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In this chapter, I cover tactics for managing your own email inbox, as well as your executive’s. I’ve worked with CEOs, professional athletes, Fortune 100 board members, billionaires, pastors—and their assistants—in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. I can help you manage the constant influx. Have no fear, friend.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 22 April, 2009 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!" Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 8, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 8 April, 2009 April 22nd - Administrative Professionals Day It often amazes me that a day is set aside for our profession. Administrative professionals usually go about doing their work with little or no recognition. Is your office doing anything for Administrative Professionals Day?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 19, 2017

This article is part one in a two-part series on productivity apps for administrative professionals by Julie Perrine. With a calendar app , you’ll never forget an important date again. Julie will be one of the featured speakers at the 2017 Conference for Administrative Excellence in Las Vegas this October.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 15, 2010

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 16 January, 2010 Calendar "ah ha" I was participating in a Harvard sponsored webinar with my boss the other day. One of the things they recommended to executives was to use their electronic calendar to leave themselves reminders. . -- Wait a minute! Our office manager updates it every morning.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

In honor of Administrative Professionals Day, I want to share my thoughts on being an executive or administrative assistant. Being in the administrative profession is a career of choice. I hear managers or Human Resources professionals say it doesn’t take any special skill to be an administrative assistant.

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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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Page Personnel

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Handling day-to-day administration for one or more executives, a team or network, an admin assistant is the “eyes and ears” of a company, privy to unique and powerful insights about the company culture , performance and future direction. Administrative professionals are highly valuable to the smooth running of a business, team or office.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

These executive letters are one of the requirements for a Star Achievement Series® participant to receive their CEAP (Certified Executive Administrative Professional) designation. My assistant looks at my calendar weeks away and helps me think about the time needed to complete projects or get ready for presentations.

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Google Workspace is a collaboration and productivity suite, similar to Microsoft 365, that allows you to create and share documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, manage your email, and attend virtual meetings. What is Google Workspace? It’s browser-based, which means everything is done directly from your web browser.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

Later I was recruited by Mr. W – he made it clear that my first priority was to create a highly functioning admin team and to assist him with his management team. At any given moment we are asked and expected to be: Calendar Managers. Facility Managers. Office Managers. Vendor Relationship Managers.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

As one Fortune 500 CEO puts it, “Administrative Assistants are the center of influence.” He describes his assistant as a “flow manager,” meaning she helps facilitate progress. As a center of influence, everything should flow through you—calendar appointments, meeting information, phone calls, projects and more.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 23, 2021

Every office needs different systems to run smoothly, but most administrative professionals will require most or all of the systems in this core group: Time and task management. Project management. Review calendars and compile date and time options. Review calendars and compile date and time options.

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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 calendaring skills. Excellent time management skills. Professional presence. Taking baby steps is a good way to manage a big list of “must get better at” areas. Ability to prioritize. Accountable.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 8, 2015

How can you apply it as administrative professionals or as a department? Then build a calendar for future lunch and learn sessions where attendees can bring new information that supports that topic. Ask a panel to select the best one; randomly draw a winner, or involve a manager in selecting the best one. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 25, 2020

Create a running list or add items to your calendar to revisit at a later time. Office Dynamics has a variety of online learning courses for Administrative Professionals. Keep very good notes on all the work that has been put on the back burner due to COVID-19. What was once a priority project may now be a back-burner project.

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C-Suite Assistants

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

As a company Founder or CEO, you may be looking for an executive assistant to schedule meetings, organize business trips, as well as manage many aspects of your personal life. They are involved in every aspect of the person’s life and business, managing every detail. What if you need someone to do both?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

In recognition of quality products and services used by corporate America every day, DeskDemon launched “Our Favorites – The Award” the first award program honoring the best of the best in office products and services voted on by those who know best, the administrative professional. Best Calendaring Programs. Best Staplers.

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A Great Day's Work

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

I started my blog A Great Day’s Work to share resources with administrative professionals in an effort to help them be successful in their career and inspire them to lead in the workplace. I work full time as the Senior Executive Assistant to the City Manager at the City of Rancho Cordova in California. Chico, California.

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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.” Even the exercise itself brought many administrative professionals out of their comfort level — standing on a stage, presenting with a microphone in front of a room of 200 others.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

And that means it's that special time of year to recognize all the terrific administrative professionals around the world. Last year we were the first to hold the First Administrative Blogathon. Be sure to put this on your calendar for April 1 through April 23 and tell your peers!

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Melissa Peoples

JANUARY 2, 2019

Whenever I teach these two productivity and time management hacks for Executive Assistants and their executive business partners, the most consistent response is, "This is impossible!" Do you own the calendar? Do you manage the calendar and decide what goes where? Why is it impossible?" We have influence they don't have.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2010

I have been in this role as an administrative professional for well over 30 years and as I look back to the day when I decided to become an executive administrator, it was not for the love of being in and administrative role or the responsibilities it came with. What do I mean when I say The Administrative "Effect"?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 4 October, 2009 Confessions of a Micro-Manager Who would want to work for a micro-manager? Here are some reasons I think managers can get possessive: Im not sure I can trust you. A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I never wanted to be a manager.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2010

I have been in this role as an administrative professional for well over 30 years and as I look back to the day when I decided to become an executive administrator, it was not for the love of being in and administrative role or the responsibilities it came with. What do I mean when I say The Administrative "Effect"?

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 30, 2017

Regardless of which side of the desk you sit, I hope you find this informative and will share this with your assistant peers, executives and managers. There were 12 main competency areas, including appointment coordination, manager support, meeting preparation and coordination, and office communications. Just think about it….

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 16, 2012

Today it’s the Mayan calendar that has people in an uproar! We face a new year: 2013 (and I’m sure we will get to see it); what is going to be different during the next decade in the administrative community? An Adminologist is an administrative professional who studies their profession.

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