Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

Last week, I was researching the pros and cons of today’s collaborative (open-space) work environment. I am preparing for a speech that I will give at our 23rd Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence: The Revolutionary Assistant later this year. Fosters collaboration. It is great and yet is also a problem in many ways.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 12, 2017

Sure, having a high IQ is great, but how does your EQ (emotional quotient) at work stack up? Having a high EQ comes in handy in today’s workplace, especially for administrative professionals. Here are five reasons why: In most jobs, collaboration is the name of the game. Problem-solvers get a big thumbs-up.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 17, 2024

As administrative professionals, managing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial for ensuring smooth operations. What’s nice about this is that all your files will show up together in alphabetical order by the name of the file. Some track things via Slack.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 22, 2015

Administrative Professionals leading in the 21st-century. Business today is changing so rapidly that it is hard to keep up or keep track! I would like to share with you what I think will be some of those key strategies we will need to have to be a 21st Century Administrative Professional.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 19, 2017

When administrative professionals work together. So what can you do to promote teamwork and collaboration across your administrative community? Problems and frustrations may arise, but don’t give up. For more than two decades I have been teaching assistants about the benefits of working together.

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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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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

She helped us understand how creating and developing a lasting business connection takes time and skill, and delivered unique tools for surmounting awkward moments, starting conversations effortlessly, and the art of follow up. The first, presented by Lucy Brazier, was “Harness the Power of Collaboration.”

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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. Cultivates professional networks that help us accomplish our goals. Collaborates and communicates with the team without specific direction from me.

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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. Sign me up. Entrepreneur.

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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. This brings an abundance of digital communication, virtual meetings, and remote team coordination for a new way of collaborating.

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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. Find a hobby. Develop your business acumen.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The process for ordering office supplies and setting up the conference room for meetings was different. This method serves a dual purpose: it ensures that your procedures are up-to-date and allows the new employee to reinforce their learning through the act of documentation. showcasing how each tool facilitates team collaboration.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 16, 2014

After another delicious breakfast on the resort veranda overlooking the pool and the striking red rock mountains to the West, the morning plenary session of our final day of the conference opened up with a video montage highlighting some of the extraordinary moments from the Havana Nights Gala, generating laughs and smiles all around.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 26, 2023

​Whether you’re using it for travel planning, procedures development, project management, or just basic notetaking, OneNote is one of the most dynamic software programs out there for administrative professionals. History When you are working in a collaborative environment, it’s important to keep track of who’s making changes and where.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 4, 2014

Young, fresh, with a new bold look, our website offers haute style for up and coming executive assistants and administrative professionals! We bring you the best of the best with a plethora of bold, modern resources and our passionate commitment to the administrative profession, setting us apart from anyone else.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

Regardless of what path you’re on, if you’re interested in moving up the ladder as an assistant, there are several strategies to better position yourself for success. You can’t expect to move up if you aren’t already fully and completely (even exceptionally) competent with the basic duties and responsibilities of the role.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 5, 2017

About a year ago, I found myself on a catch-up call with Joan Burge, something we’ve done regularly in our relationship over the past 18 years or so. I had personally done sessions with up to 40, but certainly not 400 or more. Happily, I believe in exploration thinking, so today, I can say, “Absolutely!” And here’s why.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 8, 2020

When we do wind up with a moment or two for ourselves, it’s tempting to spend it mindlessly browsing social media or catching up on our favorite Netflix shows instead of engaging in meaningful, enjoyable activities. You’ll develop interpersonal skills like collaboration, flexibility, motivation, and patience. That’s okay.

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Worxbee

APRIL 17, 2023

“I’ve encountered colleagues and clients who forget that it’s not just them in the administrative assistance relationship — who act like they're talking to a computer that's providing support for them — when in reality, this is another human supporting you. ” It can pay off in more effective collaboration.

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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. Personal and Professional Growth.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 5, 2015

Joan Burge, a renowned author and administrative expert, is the creator of the Star Achievement Series®, World Class Assistant™ Certificate Program, more than 40 customized workshops and seminars for administrative professionals and author of several books. Wakes up that inner self that has been operating on autopilot.”.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 29, 2016

Use this assessment for assistants as a tool to measure your skill level. I wanted to be ready for anything when we sat down together to discuss my progress and my skill set as her Chief Executive Assistant. It’s exactly what I needed to measure my own skill level. What are the core administrative competencies?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 7, 2011

Stir Up the Profession: Trailblazing the Path Forward. At Procter & Gamble where Tonya works in Human Resources as Associate Director, they have created staffing principles and processes for the administrative and executive assistant professionals. Tonya Roth). Everyone should work at their peak performance.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2016

An added benefit is the ability to share and collaborate on files of various types with others. Note : if you are using an iOS device, at minimum, you should keep your device backed up using iCloud. Microsoft’s paid version is OneDrive for Business, which contains more features for collaboration. Share and collaborate on files.

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Melissa Peoples

MAY 8, 2019

Over the past 25 years of my career as an Executive Administrator, I have scheduled more 1:1 meetings that I care to count. As Administrative Professionals, we get to see the good, the bad, and the ugly - so trust me when I say that there is a right way to do this and there is a wrong way. Don't waste that.

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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. We are the ultimate super-jugglers who have the ability to throw a to-do list up in the air and catch it in a different order depending on the situation at hand. Generation Y make up 50% of the current work-force.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

A Black History Month Collaboration by Bonnie Low-Kramen and Aaisha Joseph | February 1, 2021. I wrote an article in 2018 called “ Times Up for the Boss ” and I raise these ideas in our Be the Ultimate Assistant workshops. Thanks to Contributors Spencer Casseus, Melba J. Your voice matters.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” They do whatever it takes to get the job done, even if it means taking work home and staying up all night to hit a deadline. Create your own accurate and detailed job description that highlights your achievements and skills. Alice Walker.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

They will also be familiar with the space which can be helpful when it comes to setting up. Some might give you access to the venue the evening before if they are not booked so you can load in and start set up at no additional cost – if you know to ask. What In House Assets does the venue have? Daniel Watson, Peerspace.

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Admin Awards

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The career path to a Chief of Staff sometimes isn’t as clear cut as one would like but we know Administrative professionals are interested in learning how to get there. We had an extraordinary group of Admin panelists who spoke first-hand about their path to Chief of Staff while offering up useful advice and anecdotes.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 18, 2017

These were paradigm-shifting moments that sharpened my sense of mission, strengthened my commitment to cultivating professional community, and expanded my vision for our potential to impact our careers, the companies we work for and the communities we serve. Often I feel torn between my personal mission and my professional reality.

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C-Suite Assistants

JULY 31, 2023

A talented and committed administrative professional will maximize your efficiency and allow you uninterrupted time to concentrate on your key priorities. Firstly, you may opt to hire a new, more experienced executive assistant for the CEO, someone with additional skills and expertise to fulfill the existing role more effectively.

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Melissa Peoples

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

As a bonus, I am sharing my latest YouTube video, where I give you 5 AI Prompts that Executive Assistants and Administrative Professionals can use to build business acumen. Whether you're an AI newbie or a seasoned techie, buckle up and embrace the future that is revolutionizing the landscape of the administrative industry.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

When creating this procedure, I included advanced documentation techniques such as screenshots and video walk-throughs to make sure that anyone who followed the procedure would be set up for success, even if it was their very first time performing the task. Google Docs/Drive : For real-time collaboration and document storage.

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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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Admin Awards

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This lively discussion covered the following topics: – How Administrative Professionals lead by being brave, especially when leadership is the source of bad culture. – The Administrators Impact on Employee Morale and Company Culture Whitepaper. How Admins can inspire culture by being their authentic selves. –

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