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.

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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.

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Bonnie Low-Krayman

JANUARY 10, 2024

In addition to already having excellent organizational, communication, and scheduling skills, many administrative professionals also can flex the following skills. After she achieved her goal, she offered to lead 30-minute virtual lunch and learns to teach others the time-saving tips that she learned.

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

This question hits particularly close to home for administrative professionals. That’s why my newest book contains an entire chapter on how to comfortably and confidently promote your accomplishments. A common one goes something like this: “The people I work with think my job is inferior. They look down on me (and my role).

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

Administrative Professionals Week and April is the perfect time to think about your career as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, and secretary. However, my goal is to help them eliminate habits that aren’t serving them well and introduce new processes, procedure and protocol that will help them be more successful.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 6, 2019

In the past, the “Annual Review” was the time—once a year—when you knew you would have the opportunity to sit down with your boss and get feedback, discuss career goals, and possibly even request a raise or promotion. However, in recent years, the Annual Review has become somewhat of a relic in the modern workplace. REGISTER HERE.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 8, 2016

However, after a recent turn of events such as staffing vacancies and promotions, I have found myself providing administrative support to several other key managers while we recruit for vacant positions. Let’s face it—the work of an administrative professional is never ending. To think otherwise is wishful thinking!

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

What you can expect Joan to touch on: • building your professional development plan, • promotions, • seeing the BIG picture, • approaching your career with a positive attitude, • ask specific questions regarding your professional development challenges as an administrative professional, • and much more.

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Admin Awards

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Self promotion is something that drives me absolutely nuts today. It’s not about self-promotion in the arrogant sense as I assumed, but the very necessary confident and courageous communication of our achievements, when it really counts. A year ago I was invited to attend an event called I Am Remarkable.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

These tips will help demonstrate your higher-level abilities and support your bid for promotion when the time comes. Show that you know how to collaborate and rally a group around a common goal. Promote your accomplishments in a way that is honest and confident, without going overboard. Master the Fundamentals.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 11, 2015

it can be a big thing in how non-administrative professionals view the role. My goal is to get our attendees to see how even their own language, thinking and behaviors can hold them back from being taken more seriously in the workplace. Managers work hard so they can be promoted to Director, and then Sr. just one word.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Do you want to prove that you can do what you say you can, stand out in a job search, take advantage of career opportunities that come your way, and easily demonstrate why you deserve a raise or promotion? Then you need a professional portfolio! Your portfolio also helps you set and track your goals.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 8, 2022

Portfolios are useful in interviews, at review time, and whenever you want to make a case for a promotion or raise. It’s not necessary to include everything you’ve ever done; your main goal is to showcase your skills. A portfolio not only shows employers who you are, it also offers proof that you can do what you say you can do.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Taking the time to prepare for your review can help you get a raise or a promotion, so this is not something to take lightly. Chrysta Bairre of the International Association of Administrative Professionals recommends making a list of your job-related accomplishments, identifying your weaknesses, and setting several goals for next year.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2022

It can prove why you deserve a raise or a promotion, and it allows you to take immediate action if a new opportunity presents itself. Your goal with a highlight reel is to quickly grab their attention and make them want to learn more. It’s a huge help during a job search, setting you apart from the sea of other candidates.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

We specialize in professional training, development and information for administrative professionals and their executives. It may take months or even years to get where you want to be or be able to send your kids to a great school or get the job promotion you desire. If it is a worthy goal or mission, be persistent.

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All Things Admin

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

“What are your goals for the upcoming year?” ” For many administrative professionals, this is the single hardest moment of your annual performance review. But putting these goals into words and describing the specific ways we’ll accomplish them is often easier said than done. Getting Started with Goal Setting.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2010

I have been in this role as an administrative professional for well over 30 years and as I look back to the day when I decided to become an executive administrator, it was not for the love of being in and administrative role or the responsibilities it came with. What do I mean when I say The Administrative "Effect"?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2010

I have been in this role as an administrative professional for well over 30 years and as I look back to the day when I decided to become an executive administrator, it was not for the love of being in and administrative role or the responsibilities it came with. What do I mean when I say The Administrative "Effect"?

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

We had an incredible webinar event with over 1,300 assistants registered to learn more about why, as an administrative professional, they should consider a career certification. A certification can certainly help you get promoted to an executive assistant position or be considered for an executive assistant position.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 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.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2010

The old adage, “strike while the iron is hot” still applies, even for 21st century administrative professional careers! In order to be ready for these opportunities, you need to effectively package, present and promote yourself. Your resume should include: a long-term career goal (your objective).

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2010

The old adage, “strike while the iron is hot” still applies, even for 21st century administrative professional careers! In order to be ready for these opportunities, you need to effectively package, present and promote yourself. Your resume should include: a long-term career goal (your objective).

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Many administrative professionals, the majority of whom are women, seem to think that marketing yourself and bragging are the same. Offer proposals to your manager for job-title enhancements, promotions or wage increases based upon contributions that boosted productivity, efficiency or the bottom line? They’re not.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Many administrative professionals, the majority of whom are women, seem to think that marketing yourself and bragging are the same. Offer proposals to your manager for job-title enhancements, promotions or wage increases based upon contributions that boosted productivity, efficiency or the bottom line? They’re not. Joan Burge.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. The global tribe of administrative professionals is largely female at 98%. Key results expected – ideally SMART goals – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Timely.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 20, 2009

There are Certifications and Professional Designations. Those stand for Certified Professional Secretary and Certified Administrative Professional. It is the CEAP (Certified Executive Administrative Professional). First, you really have to identify your career goals. A promotion?

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 20, 2009

There are Certifications and Professional Designations. Those stand for Certified Professional Secretary and Certified Administrative Professional. It is the CEAP (Certified Executive Administrative Professional). First, you really have to identify your career goals. A promotion?

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

The holidays are quickly approaching and this is the time of year when we reflect on our successes and goals and also begin thinking about what we can do to reach the next level the following year. Some have lost jobs, didn’t get promotions or pay raises, or lost funding due to employer budget cuts. So what are you thankful for?

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Obviously, you will get accolades from your employer such as promotions or bonuses but you should also make a point to reward yourself. Suggest ideas on how to acquire the same results or goal but from a different prospective. List short/long term goals When we have a clear outline of how our goals are reached we perform better.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

I love Julie Perrin’s blog on business acumen for administrative professionals because it really goes into detail on what assistants should be reading and how to actually create the time to read. This brings me to a really important point! Read everything!! The post What is business acumen and how do you get it?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 8, 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.

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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 8, 2010

Each day, we are on the court (workplace) implement “plays&# (making decisions) so that we can stay in the game (remain employed) and ultimately reach the championship to reap the rewards (promotion). As office professionals, we can observe his coaching tactics and style and apply them to the workplace environment.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 13, 2020

As many of my regular readers already know, I am a proud former administrative professional. I have a deep admiration and appreciation for those who dedicate themselves to support roles, which is one of the reasons I now focus a large part of my corporate training business on working with administrative teams.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

Is it a corporate or promotional event for a brand that press needs to get to easily? Their goal is to simplify the process of finding and booking space for meetings and events. Be thorough so you have NO surprises! What is the purpose of the event? Have a clear understanding of why this gathering happening in the first place.

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Admin Awards

JUNE 14, 2020

One year later, in a single day, I had encounters with two separate professionals, both with the title of “Chief of Staff” but with entirely different experiential backgrounds and responsibilities. International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) “Global 5” Administrative Capabilities Leveling (Global).

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

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.© To send to clients of your company.

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