Office Dynamics

JULY 19, 2013

For administrative professionals, recording voicemail greetings and leaving voicemail messages is an inevitable part of the job. When you learn how to leave clear, concise voicemails, you can better accomplish daily tasks and maintain your professional reputation. Many professionals find this process stressful.

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Go Burrows

OCTOBER 12, 2021

I’ve been an executive assistant coach since 2016, and as someone who provides administrative professional training to aspiring administrative assistants, I jumped at the chance to chat with Libby. Most of her childhood was answering phones and taking care of people. And that sticks with a person.

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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.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 14, 2018

I decided not to let the kids play with their video games, I turned off my cell phone (NOTHING was more important than my children – whoever it was could wait), and any other distractions. Amazingly, they grew to become excellent students, with a high level of self-confidence. (At We did this on road trip vacations, as well.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

Be a leader of the other administrative professionals in your organization. Toastmasters and other similar groups or classes build confidence and teach you how to communicate your thoughts in a way that is clear, concise and impactful. Mentor a new employee or a novice administrative assistant. Webinar-Wednesdays.jpg.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 11, 2010

You may have already read my previous blogs on professionalism. This is especially true when you’re using a cell phone or addressing a personal issue. The crying, emotionally frustrated professional woman is one of the worst negative stereotypes in business today. Share confidences. Now it’s time for the ‘don’ts’!

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 11, 2010

You may have already read my previous blogs on professionalism. This is especially true when you’re using a cell phone or addressing a personal issue. The crying, emotionally frustrated professional woman is one of the worst negative stereotypes in business today. Share confidences. Now it’s time for the ‘don’ts’!

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 3, 2009

Here is what she said: "When you think about, a business partner and administrative professional spend more waking hours together than most married couples. In a marriage, you must have trust, confidence, open communication, encouragement, and goals. It's important to stay connected.". This is great advice.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 3, 2009

Here is what she said: "When you think about, a business partner and administrative professional spend more waking hours together than most married couples. In a marriage, you must have trust, confidence, open communication, encouragement, and goals. It's important to stay connected.". This is great advice.

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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. In this two-part series, I want to discuss some of the most important components of networking like a pro. Be a good listener. 23, 1 p.m.

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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. It is wise to take a moment and evaluate the situation.

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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.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

So I started to say Yes and it was a real confidence booster. But when I turned 40 I told myself that I would regret not doing it if I didnt try and what was the worst thing that could happen anyway? I started telling myself more positive messages and it empowered me to try. I think I can, I think I can.&# Now that’s positive self talk.

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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. It puts you in the right frame of mind for what you are doing and then you can get down to business. The same applies if you have a job interview or a new challenge at work. What about your work space? 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

I can interact where I am now, but I have to get up and go if I want to speak with someone and then when I get there I may find they are busy or on the phone so I have wasted my time. I am good at some things, but not as confident in other things. Of course there is a down side to being able to do that. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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. At the end of it, I knew how to take minutes and could write about it. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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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. Which three phone apps can you not live without? Panelists/participants were asked: Which three phone apps can you not live without? FIERCE CONVERSATIONS.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

If you are the presenter you have to study and know your subject well which helps you to be more confident in what you know and you also gain experience in making presentations which can help you in your career. The web also has anonymity and sometimes people receive information better from people they dont know. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

I always feel more confident when a new hire asks me a question and gets all the information before proceeding. Your new employer is not expecting you to know everything right away and it is in everyones best interest that you proceed cautiously at first until you know the ropes. I dont see it as a weakness, but as a strength.

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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. Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:02 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , board meetings , checklists , preparing for a meeting , to-do lists Reactions: 3comments: Foley-In-Charge said. No surprises! Choose New.

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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. Cut the length of phone calls by 40%. Participants will learn to: Become more confident when speaking to and in front of others. Leave succinct voice-mail messages.

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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. There is value in getting to know people, even if it is just over email or the phone. He suggested four so I went with three for everyone and for some appetizers only two and it was more than enough.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone. Be selective and go for the job that is the right fit and that you have confidence you can do. If you do have to leave, dont forget to ask for a reference letter. A good reference can go a long way towards getting your next job. The same can be said for employees.

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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. Sometimes e-mail is not the best way to communicate and it needs to be followed up by a phone call or face-to-face short meeting. Patricia, I am continually impressed by how helpful your wonderful blog is. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

I also like people to show confidence by shaking my hand. They say the eyes are the windows to the soul and it is true, you can tell a lot by someones eyes so if you are not looking at me I wonder what you dont want me to know about you. Other handshakes felt like they were trying to break mine. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

Other Tasks: If you need to set yourself a Task further to a phone call request or just to set a reminder to do something at a future date, highlight the Tasks folder by clicking on it once and from your Outlook Toolbar press New and it will open a Task for you and you can then proceed as above to set your dates and reminders.

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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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Who's the Real Boss?

AUGUST 31, 2020

Record the meeting if need be – For those of you that aren’t the fastest typers or are new to minute taking, try using a dictaphone or one of the many recording apps on your phone to record the meeting so you can go back and refer to the discussion later.

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