Office Dynamics

MAY 3, 2018

Everyone would be matched perfectly with the career they not only enjoyed but knew exactly how to succeed at. Unfortunately, burnout is real, it’s draining, emotional, stressful and typically affects both professional and personal lives. Avoid burnout by bringing your unique talents and skills to your position.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 20, 2019

The wow factor is a term we use in the World Class Assistant™ Certification and Professional Designation program to describe the powerful executive presence that the most successful administrative professionals exude. These assistants know how to command a room. They know how to make intelligent decisions on-the-spot.

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Worxbee

JULY 5, 2023

Ask any experienced EA or Administrative Professional, and they’ll tell you what the most effective and productive workplace relationships are built on: clarity and transparency. So if the key to a better administrative support relationship is candid conversations, how can you overcome the initial awkwardness?

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All Things Admin

APRIL 5, 2022

Administrative Professionals Week (April 24 – 30, 2022) is an excellent time to show your admin team how much you appreciate their hard work and dedication, especially as they have weathered the global health crisis of the past couple years. Online skills training. Recognize your admins during a team call.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 12, 2017

Having a high EQ comes in handy in today’s workplace, especially for administrative professionals. And to quote Liam Neeson in the movie “Taken,” regularly interacting with a wide range of personalities inside and outside the company requires “a very particular set of skills.” Losing control of your emotions isn’t a good look.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 12, 2020

But, on the other end of the spectrum, it can be just as hard to work without any management at all—and that’s what a lot of people (especially administrative professionals ) are facing at the moment. How can you still provide value without supervision? Now is the time to hone your “figure it out” skills.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 23, 2015

Most administrative professionals are intimately familiar with “emergency” business situations and sky-high stress—their own, as well as the stress that practically radiates off of others. After all, it’s never too early to kick the stress habit and nurture a spirit of resilience. How to manage stress.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 17, 2017

The wow factor is a term we use in the World Class Assistant™ certificate program to describe the powerful executive presence that the most successful administrative professionals exude. These assistants know how to command a room. They know how to make intelligent decisions on-the-spot. Refine Your Professional Style.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 19, 2019

In an unapologetic, uncompromising, no-holds-barred style, Joan shares never before revealed career stories and life lessons in a tell-all book that will challenge your perspective and teach you how to master your craft and triumph in today’s business environment. What are you waiting for? The world is waiting for you. They really “get it.”

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.” It starts with having the attitude, then developing certain skills. You want to develop the skill to take charge in a way that you will get cooperation. Either party is too stressed to attempt reconciliation. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

This is an important skill to develop for any individual who has to work with others. Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.” It starts with having the attitude, then developing certain skills. Either party is too stressed to attempt reconciliation. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2015

Most administrative professionals are intimately familiar with “emergency” business situations and sky-high stress—their own, as well as the stress that practically radiates off of others. If the link above doesn’t work in your office, try our YouTube replay option: https://youtu.be/QViMNqQSh_0. QViMNqQSh_0.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 29, 2015

Every administrative professional knows nothing in life or work is constant. Resiliency is the number one skill admins can hone to position themselves for success in today’s turbulent business environment. How to hone this essential skill set so you never again feel caught “off guard” and overwhelmed by change in the workplace.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Other times, we’re simply drained after being tapped for a major undertaking or high stress project. Have a look at your time management skills, and how best to invest your efforts on a daily and weekly basis. Shelagh also understands the C-Suite, and how to work effectively with its inhabitants.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Well, I have finally recuperated from our big annual conference for administrative excellence. We hosted 250 energetic administrative professionals from around the world for 4 days. We had an awesome event and amazing speakers this year who taught us how to be resilient. Manage stressful situations. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 3, 2015

A fellow administrative professional needs your help. Each month we share a question from our friends Business Management Daily, publishers of AdminPro Today newsletter. This month the question is about making mistakes at work. Are there mistakes that are just too hard to recover from?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2015

The 5 Pillars that create a full life, how to harmonize (not “balance”!) The foundational competencies that support the 5 Pillars and how to embrace them fully at home and at work. How to turn a “busy life” into a “BIG and bold life” by breaking old patterns of thought and behavior. How to have a fulfilling life.

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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. How to apply self-management techniques (instead of stress management).

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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.” The training, speaking, coaching and writing Joan devotes herself to, as well as this conference itself, is how she achieves those goals. One is to solve problems.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 12, 2017

Whether you’re attending a large or small event this year to continue your administrative learning, take these three tips into consideration and make them part of your planning process. 4 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Upcoming Administrative Conference: Have a goal in mind for the learning event. New skills you want to acquire?

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

Under that umbrella, we addressed topics such as self-management vs. stress management, learning specific difficult people types and how to handle each of them, the benefits of conflict and much more. Third, professionally communicate when setting boundaries yet be firm. How Successful People Set Boundaries At Work (Article).

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Office Dynamics

JULY 21, 2016

It’s almost enough to break the spirit of the most dedicated administrative professional! In this month’s webinar, administrative training expert Joan Burge is revealing the solution—a brand new way to ease the burden on you and ensure your executive is happy. It’s truly a game changer for administrative professionals!

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Office Dynamics

JULY 19, 2013

For administrative professionals, recording voicemail greetings and leaving voicemail messages is an inevitable part of the job. Although recording a voicemail can be intimidating, it is an important skill to master. Most administrative professionals spend a considerable amount of time on the phone.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

We specialize in professional training, development and information for administrative professionals and their executives. You need to work on your communications skills and being more assertive to gain attention. Be patient and again, assess your communication skills and develop persuasion skills.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2016

I spend a lot of my time in the training room with administrative professionals all over the country, I am often taken by the words of wisdom that are shared by the savvy assistants in my classes. Here were her four observations on how to increase professional effectiveness in the office. Talk about a vicious cycle!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2015

Did you have the most incredible Administrative Professionals’ Week this year? and we brought back the April Blog-a-Thon for the Administrative Professional where we gathered here each weekday with a new content post and shared a place for administrative professionals to comment, question and discuss their careers.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 9, 2015

As an executive or administrative assistant, you will find that your light will shine brighter when you help your executive shine. Not all executives know exactly how to work with their assistant. You will be more productive, less stressed; you will feel more like a team member and business partner. you benefit in the long run.

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My EA Career

APRIL 5, 2023

It can be a stressful and overwhelming task for assistants. How To Use Them To Elevate Your Effectiveness As An Assistant Knowing all of these can help you show up as effective, efficient and proactive, making you a fantastic assistant in your leader’s eyes. But don’t worry, I’ve got a practical solution for you.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

How to identify the subconscious beliefs that may be holding you back (and what to do about them). How to build, deepen, and strengthen alliances within your network. How to comfortably and confidently showcase your value. From what I understand, no one else had anything like the portfolio to showcase their skills.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Mastering the skill of prioritization is one of the most essential parts of successful time management—and yet, so many professionals struggle with it. If determining priorities stresses you out, it’s time to re-evaluate your practices. Plus, I’ll be answering your questions on the live session! REGISTER HERE.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Career organization is essential for any administrative professional who wants to have a long-lasting, successful career. They don’t have an updated resume, a professional portfolio of work samples, or a social media presence. They don’t have a network of professionals they can activate at a moment’s notice.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2016

Systems are an ordered and proven process that saves time, effort, and unnecessary stress. If other people in your office need to follow these systems, you need to give them instructions on how to do so. Include details on how to properly file items in your filing cabinet or the shared office drive.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 23, 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. How much should we share?

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Learning how to tactfully voice your opinions and assert your needs as an executive assistant is important. 97% of administrative professionals are female. Less stress and wasted time. • Therefore, they are walked over and stressed out. That does not change the situation or how you feel—at least not permanently.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 26, 2016

Systems are an ordered and proven process that saves time, effort, and unnecessary stress. If other people in your office need to follow these systems, you need to give them instructions on how to do so. Include details on how to properly file items in your filing cabinet or the shared office drive.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 11, 2023

Previously, we delved into how to work with (rather than against) your time style preference. Now, we’re going to talk about how your particular personality type manages space. But too much clutter has a negative impact on overall well-being and has been linked to increased anxiety, stress, and even depression.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 3, 2009

Underneath It All is full of straightforward, tangible advice on how to find success as an Administrative Professional. From teamwork and leadership to communication and professionalism, this book can serve as a survival guide for anyone looking to get ahead in business. Above all else, Joan is a consummate professional.

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