19 Key Competencies for Administrative Professionals
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 18, 2023
Learn the 19 key competencies that are essential for success as an administrative professional in the modern workplace.
Ep 152: Goals for Executive Assistants and Administrative Professionals
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
JANUARY 30, 2022
Goal setting can be intimidating. Will you set goals you can’t reach? Will you set goals that are too easy and show your executive you’re not ambitious enough? What if your stretch goals distract you from getting your job done? Download Jillian’s FREE Goal Setting Template. JillianHufnagel.com.
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Focusing on Providing Exceptional Service as an Administrative Professional
Office Dynamics
JULY 25, 2019
I have shared several discussions about this topic with my peers throughout my years as an administrative professional. Stating facts about your performance is a form of professionalism and confidence. She recently published a goal-focused journal guide and creating additional versions which will be available soon.
Dana’s Administrative Professional Advice – Ask an Admin
Office Dynamics
APRIL 10, 2019
From Ernan: When we created Ask an Admin we had hopes that we’d get questions from administrative professionals having trouble finding answers to their problems. We also hoped that we’d get answers from administrative assistants and executive assistants that wanted to help.
Beyond the Org Chart: How Procedures Elevate Leadership in Administrative Professionals
All Things Admin
MARCH 26, 2024
In the evolving 21 st century workplace, the role of administrative professionals (APs) has undergone significant transformation. These initiatives are essentially goals for my professional development plan, and each goal will be weighed and rated.
Tips for the Traveling Administrative Professional
Office Dynamics
APRIL 24, 2017
Administrative professionals are the superheroes of travel planning. Even superheroes need the day off and our goal is to help you make the most of it. TRAVO is a trip planning and booking tool created specifically for administrative professionals. Their only kryptonite? Themselves.
Ideas for Personal Goals? – Ask an Admin
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 10, 2019
This week’s question comes from Barb and she asks: With the New Year underway, it’s time for me to present my personal goals to my boss for 2019. Everyone I’ve talked to struggles with this so I’m wondering if anyone has advice on how they brainstorm ideas for goals? The post Ideas for Personal Goals?
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How do I Write Admin Goals? – Ask an Admin
Office Dynamics
MARCH 8, 2019
This week we are going to post two questions from different administrative professionals so we can get those helpful answers to them more quickly! The first question comes from Velma, and she asks: How do I write “Admin Goals?” Let’s get this administrative assistant help and give some great answers!
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7 Goals to Invigorate Your Career in the New Year
All Things Admin
DECEMBER 29, 2022
As the days fly by toward a new year, now is the perfect time to start setting your goals for next year. While that sounds good in theory, it can be a bit more challenging in practice when it comes to putting your goals in print. What are some goals to consider for the upcoming year? Is your career where you want it to be?
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How Administrative Professionals Can Prepare for the Office of the Future
Office Dynamics
APRIL 5, 2016
Today’s administrative professionals have anything but an easy and boring job. In recent Office of the Future research from OfficeTeam and the International Association of Administrative Professionals, 50 percent of survey respondents feel they have skills that are not being tapped at work. Event planning. Technology.
Should I get certified as an administrative professional?
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 31, 2014
Although demand is high for qualified, knowledgeable administrative professionals, it’s easy to get lost in the crowd. Did you know that in the United States alone, there are over 4 million jobs in the administrative field, including those for executive assistants and administrative assistants like yourself?
Happy Administrative Professionals Week
Office Dynamics
APRIL 21, 2012
Dear friends and colleagues, Please allow me to be one of the first to wish you a Happy Administrative Professionals Week! I suggest taking a few moments to assess your professional goals by writing them down. Join a professional association? Then, decide what steps you need to take to get there.
Aligning Goals
AdminUniverse
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Administrative Professionals who learn to manage up quickly earn the trust of their boss, putting them in a better position to evolve in their role. The post Aligning Goals appeared first on AdminUniverse. To be truly successful, you need to “manage up” and forge a strong relationship with your Executive.
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Looking at This Year’s Successes as You Set Next Year’s Goals
All Things Admin
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Your success depends on knowing what you truly want to accomplish before you begin setting goals and pursue achieving them in the new year. Running your career without a strategic administrative career plan is like hopping a plane to Paris without any preparation whatsoever. Your administrative career should not be left to chance.
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Administrative Professionals Day is coming … are you ready?
Office Dynamics
APRIL 7, 2012
There is one “To Do” your administrative assistant can’t help you with … remembering Administrative Professionals Day, Wednesday, April 25! This book outlines 12 competency areas, such as strategy and workplace philosophy, to help administrative professionals become top performers and maintain their competitive edge.
Administrative Professionals Can Be Courageous
Office Dynamics
APRIL 9, 2012
Annual Blog-a-thon for Administrative Professionals. We are holding 4th Annual Blog-a-thon for the Administrative Profession. To learn more about the blog-a-thon and how you can win great prizes check out the Administrative Professional's Blog-a-thon Page for the full message. Welcome to the Who Took My Pen.
Maximizing Professional Development: How to Create an Annual Training Plan for Your Administrative Team
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 2, 2023
It’s important that administrative professional continually develop their skills and knowledge in order to support the needs of their organization. Since many assistants are … Maximizing Professional Development: How to Create an Annual Training Plan for Your Administrative Team Read More »
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Career Goals: Safe In The Harbor Or Setting Sail?
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 21, 2014
I’ve coached many administrative professionals over the years and find that some really prefer to stay safe in their harbors and ride out whatever comes, even though they are unhappy or know that change is coming. Will your organization provide you with what you need to reach your goals? Think About Your Career Goals.
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International Women’s Day 2020 – A Message From Julie Reed
Office Dynamics
MARCH 6, 2020
In a recent interview, I was asked, “What motivates you to be an Administrative Professional Trainer and Coach”? Joan Burge , Founder & CEO of Office Dynamics International, is known as the pioneer of the administrative training industry. Sunday, March 8. I made it clear: I am passionate about my career of choice.
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What NOT to get your assistant this year for administrative professionals day
Office Dynamics
APRIL 17, 2013
What NOT to get your assistant this year for administrative professionals day. I say capable because I feel that administrative professional’s day is a day about acknowledging someone who does a great job for your organization and deserves a little extra recognition. Congratulations you have an assistant!
Writing Professional Development Goals for Executive Assistants
Melissa Peoples
MARCH 16, 2019
How to take feedback from a performance review to create goals Tips on how to quantify goals as an EA Mistakes administrative professionals make when writing goals How to set goals when supporting multiple executives How to receive and provide feedback Michelle and I will be speaking at Behind Every Leader Conference in Austin, Texas on May 3rd!
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52 Empowering Tips for the Administrative and Executive Assistant – Part 3
Office Dynamics
JULY 20, 2019
Coordinating mentorship meetings at your company with other administrative professionals not only provides company-specific competency it also encourages productivity. What competencies do you find the most important as an administrative professional and why?
The Networked Administrative Professional
Office Dynamics
APRIL 17, 2012
Join a professional group relevant to your profession or industry. Attend frequently and go with the goal of meeting at least two new people each time. Update it twice a year, based on your latest achievement, current events, or new business practices in your organization. Be aware of opportunities.
Working in Tandem with Your Leader
Office Dynamics
APRIL 30, 2020
One of the most common struggles amongst administrative professionals and their executives is a disconnect. So how can you as an assistant avoid further disruption and work in tandem with your leader to achieve goals?
You Are More Than Administrative Professionals
Office Dynamics
APRIL 21, 2009
Having been married to Joan for almost 33 years and seeing her develop her talents to promote this chosen career path, helping the Administrative Professional achieve recognition, goals, and a stature in the work place community I ask that you take a moment and reflect on what I am about to say. David Burge.
You Are More Than Administrative Professionals
Office Dynamics
APRIL 21, 2009
Having been married to Joan for almost 33 years and seeing her develop her talents to promote this chosen career path, helping the Administrative Professional achieve recognition, goals, and a stature in the work place community I ask that you take a moment and reflect on what I am about to say. David Burge.
April 22nd - Administrative Professionals' Day
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 8, 2009
Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Is your office doing anything for Administrative Professionals Day?
12 Days of Christmas Webinar: Goal Setting & Branding for 2017
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 2, 2016
In this brief webinar with Office Dynamics, we cover quick and impactful tips on goal setting and branding. Watch the webinar replay, Goal Setting and Branding for 2017. Resources From the Goal Setting Webinar. HANDOUT DOWNLOAD: day-2-goal-setting-and-professional-image-handout. No coupon code necessary.
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Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 22, 2009
Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.© Have a great day everyone!
ELEVATE Admins is a Best Seller (Thanks to YOU!)
Eat Your Career
APRIL 22, 2021
It was originally intended to be a celebration of the administrative profession. My goal was to empower both new and seasoned support professionals. I wanted to “elevate” how admins see themselves—and thus, how others see the administrative community. I started writing this book back in 2019.
Set Your Goals Sky High and Fly!
Office Dynamics
JUNE 25, 2012
I recently spent a wonderful week in Columbus, Ohio teaching my Star Achievement Series® to 23 engaged administrative professionals. On the last day, I was teaching goal setting and it reminded how important it is for us to clearly identify our goals whether in our personal, professional, family, health, or spiritual life.
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Teamwork Strategies for Administrative and Executive Assistants
Office Dynamics
APRIL 19, 2017
When administrative professionals work together. So what can you do to promote teamwork and collaboration across your administrative community? Let co-workers know that your concern is for the success of the company—not just successful fulfillment of your job responsibilities or career goals. Gain a new perspective.
3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management
All Things Admin
APRIL 17, 2024
As administrative professionals, managing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial for ensuring smooth operations. Our goal is to streamline our work with technology, not make it more complicated. Being able to locate what you need when you need it helps you become a reliable, go-to resource on your team.
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Avoid Burnout by Creating Your Own Utopia
Office Dynamics
MAY 3, 2018
Unfortunately, burnout is real, it’s draining, emotional, stressful and typically affects both professional and personal lives. As an administrative professional for the past 20 plus years, I have learned how important it is to avoid burnout in one of the largest career fields in the world.
Your Administrative Assistant Is Your Greatest Asset
Office Dynamics
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
In reality, however, these so-called independent managers have lost sight of the one asset that can truly impact the company’s bottom line: an empowered administrative assistant. Unfortunately many assistants (also known as administrative professionals) are not taken seriously. Establish goals and state your expectations.
Being Resilient During Turbulent Times
Office Dynamics
MAY 14, 2020
How Administrative Professionals Can Adapt and Persevere A positive mindset is only one part of the equation. Certain goals or ideals may no longer be attainable as a result of adverse situations in your life. When things get difficult, and you are not sure how to respond, see yourself as a palm tree.
18 Books Every Administrative Assistant and Executive Assistant Should Read
Office Dynamics
MARCH 19, 2019
Overflowing with secrets, tips, and tools of the profession, this book is a ready resource created by those who “walk the walk and talk the talk” of the complex administrative professional role. This book for administrative and executive assistants is filled with road maps for success, scoring quizzes, real-life stories and examples.
End of Year Reflection and Celebration Webinar Replay
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 10, 2015
Did you miss our last free webinar for administrative professionals of the year? WEBINAR REPLAY: End of Year Reflection & Celebration (a free webinar for administrative professionals). Strategies for setting meaningful goals for 2016 and what you can do now to improve your chances of success.
3 Project Management Practices to Improve Your Daily Work
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 17, 2022
It’s particularly valuable for administrative professionals who are supporting one or two individuals. But it can also be useful for any team where members are relying on one another to achieve mutual goals. This kind of frequent, fast, structured communication technique can be helpful for any team!
Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement
All Things Admin
MARCH 20, 2024
Since the goal is to make them as efficient as possible, it’s important to constantly be on the lookout for ways to improve them. Strategies for Implementing Continuous Improvement Sometimes a company will already have clear, measurable goals for what they want to achieve with continuous improvement.
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7 Top Virtual Leadership Skills for Managers
Worxbee
MAY 18, 2023
Setting and Achieving Goals Effectively Setting clear goals and expectations is pivotal for every manager, especially in the virtual realm. Embrace the SMART goal-setting approach, provide regular feedback, and closely monitor progress to ascertain that goals are met. Specific : Be clear, well-defined, and specific.
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Is Project Management Certification Right for You?
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 9, 2023
Like many of you reading or watching this, I also managed projects (in an unofficial capacity) throughout my career as an administrative professional. Since obtaining my PMP certification, I’ve had a lot of people (including many administrative professionals) ask if they should consider it. Know Your Goals.
7 Ways Admins Can Do More Meaningful Work
Eat Your Career
MARCH 4, 2019
As a proud former administrative professional—and a current admin trainer and coach—I believe that support professionals can play an invaluable role in the workplace. There is a wide array of roles that qualify as “administrative” in nature, and a wide variety of people who occupy them.
Dreams Do Come True
Office Dynamics
APRIL 9, 2018
I spent years devoting myself to writing an impressive in-depth curriculum for administrative professionals of all levels and all walks of life. It has stood the test of time and thousands of assistants have attended the course and received their CEAP (Certified Executive Administrative Professional) designation.
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