Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

This year’s Office Dynamics’ Stellar Assistant Conference provided professional topics and presenters such as Judi Moreo, Susan Shultz, Debbie Gross and Joan Burge herself, among others, it also included Lisa Olsen who shared her fun emcee skills and passion for the profession. The Networking Opportunities.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2017

I absolutely loved Joan Burge’s article, Core Admin Skills Always Need Improving ! The principle she discussed of renewing and improving core skills is closely related to what Steven Covey calls “Sharpening the Saw”: the deliberate improvement of our tools to help us become more effective. Lay the Foundation.

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Mentoring Administrative Professionals 2016 Skills 200

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

JULY 9, 2014

We’ve noticed that the number of administrative professionals have been surfacing on Twitter has been increasing. With more assistants and professionals advocating for and teaching others how to use this valuable communication tool, assistants are seeing the value and deciding to jump on board. I tell redonkulous stories.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 3, 2023

As assistants, our executives may be completely satisfied with our skills and abilities today. As the modern workplace continues to evolve, you must embrace innovation and adaptability to stay relevant and indispensable as professionals. Collaborate to innovate. Develop your business acumen. Develop a personal advisory board.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 5, 2017

If we focused on the question, “Can we do Compression Planning with 400 or more administrative professionals?”, Shortly after my initial conversation with Joan, I started enlisting a support network on how we might pull off a 450-person think tank. I had personally done sessions with up to 40, but certainly not 400 or more.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 8, 2020

It’s a question that’s asked in nearly every job interview, networking event, and social setting. You’ll develop interpersonal skills like collaboration, flexibility, motivation, and patience. You’ll learn better time management and problem-solving skills. “What do you like to do in your spare time?”. Spare time?

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Social Media Administrative Professionals Expenses Skills 98

Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

When you are trying to create change, whether in a process or for the administrative community in your organization, it is much easier to be persuasive when there is a group. When administrative professionals work together, there is less duplication, resulting in savings to the company and increased profitability.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

A lot of Job Specs tend to focus on a standard set of skills rather than the actual responsibilities. There was less sharing of information and limited collaboration. It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. The role has changed and so must we.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

This is an important skill to develop for any individual who has to work with others. As more companies embrace collaboration, you must learn to work with other people and truly become a team player to get the work done and help your organization be more competitive. It starts with having the attitude, then developing certain skills.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Joan’s keynote was dramatic and emotionally touching as she shared with everyone present her very personal struggles and victories of recent weeks, where real life underscored the critical importance of collaboration, creativity, and authentic connection. Stay tuned for Part 2 of our administrative professionals conference recap!

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