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

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

MARCH 22, 2012

Many organizations (such as the International Association of Administrative Professionals) offer certifications in office skill proficiency. Employers also look out for strong interpersonal skills, as well as organization and management skills, initiative, and most importantly, good judgment. Be confident, not arrogant.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 9, 2015

You will be more productive, less stressed; you will feel more like a team member and business partner. You will have the competitive advantage over other administrative assistants who don’t do these things. Does your manager really know all you are capable of doing? Does your manager utilize your strengths and natural gifts?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

How to comfortably and confidently showcase your value. Questions from your admin peers: Administrative Professional blogs, Facebook, and Linked In resources. Simple strategies for earning positive attention in the workplace while still remaining humble and gracious. Put your talents on display…in the right way!

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Self Esteem 2016 Administrative Professionals Expenses 100

Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Being early means you don’t have to rush; there is less stress; you arrive at your destination less harried and more peacefully; you feel (and act) more in control. Think how doing so would benefit you, management and your company! Everyone loves to be the early bird, don’t they? You know what you are doing and how it will go!

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Being early means you don’t have to rush; there is less stress; you arrive at your destination less harried and more peacefully; you feel (and act) more in control. Think how doing so would benefit you, management and your company! Everyone loves to be the early bird, don’t they? You know what you are doing and how it will go!

2011 100

2011 Administrative Professionals Training 2010 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

97% of administrative professionals are female. Builds confidence. • Less stress and wasted time. • Therefore, they are walked over and stressed out. My point is you do not have to accept behaviors that make you frustrated, stressed, or uncomfortable. You care about yourself and your care about others.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

You don’t feel confident or happy when you are in conflict with co-workers or even a customer. Either party is too stressed to attempt reconciliation. I hope from this day forward you will change your thinking from managing conflict to consensus building. Conflict can hold you back from being your best and giving your best.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

What I really liked about ODI’s concurrent sessions is that they all relate directly to the executive assistant and administrative professional of today. They inspire greatness and confidence in us, and build us to return as better employees with in our organizations.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

You don’t feel confident or happy when you are in conflict with co-workers or even a customer. Either party is too stressed to attempt reconciliation. 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.

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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. Achieve and maintain positive attitudes about employers, managers, co-workers, customers and themselves. Manage and prioritize tasks. Listen, not just hear.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

I feel confident as I check off each item that things will be done on time. This does increase the preparation time, but on the day of the meeting it goes very smoothly with no stress. Confessions of a Micro-Manager ► September (3) The Advertising Game Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles We live in an Acronym Happy World.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

I was speaking to a manager the other day and he said when he gets a resume, that is one of the first things he checks. I also like people to show confidence by shaking my hand. An interview can be as stressful on those conducting it as on the person being interviewed if the conversation does not flow. " Warning!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

I read an interesting article on what management can do to prevent lay offs. One of the things they stressed was to hire well. Be selective and go for the job that is the right fit and that you have confidence you can do. ► August (4) Managing your Boss's Inbox Nice ways to say, "Hurry up!"

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2015

Changing the Lives of Administrative Professionals Since 1990. It’s important to recognize the difference between surviving and thriving, because the key to success is available to those who successfully manage to cross the bandwidth between the two. Single support executive assistants now juggled multiple managers.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 30, 2012

After many requests, the editors of the Administrative Professional Today newsletter have produced a webinar to take your minute taking skills beyond the basic level to master minute taker. Fight against your fear of taking minutes and learn to do it properly and with confidence. Editor, Administrative Professional Today.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Everything flowed nicely without my having to stress out or decide what to miss. Joan invites executives to speak from their side of the desk and that can be enlightening to administrative professionals. I was stunned at the perspectives these executives shared with their administrative professionals.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Everything flowed nicely without my having to stress out or decide what to miss. Joan invites executives to speak from their side of the desk and that can be enlightening to administrative professionals. I was stunned at the perspectives these executives shared with their administrative professionals.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Skills Negotiating Clothes 100

Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

To Do Lists – Task Management. That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities. There are 5 core systems I encourage assistants to look at first: Time and Task Management. Project Management. Her system for email management is outstanding. Ideas, Time & Space.

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