Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Not only did I set the meetings up, but I also took notes (in shorthand no less), transcribed the notes and prepared final reports for dissemination. I believe meeting planners and administrative professionals possess similar skills/traits that enable them to be good at what they do.

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Suppliers Meeting Planning Administrative Professionals Attire 226

Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

She helped us understand how creating and developing a lasting business connection takes time and skill, and delivered unique tools for surmounting awkward moments, starting conversations effortlessly, and the art of follow up. The two are not only very different skill sets but are not in any way interchangeable.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Collaborate Networking Skills 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 21, 2016

But, they might look the other way if a higher up were acting unethically. . The negotiator is someone who usually tries to make up the rules as she/he goes along. Beginning in May, she will be a contributor for Admin Pro – a monthly newsletter for administrative professionals.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating IAAP Expenses 100

Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 13, 2016

Next up in our series of blog posts about regional PA networks, we have the Peterborough PA network. Coming runner up for the Hays/Executive PA Magazine awards for Newcomer of the Year 2012 started my journey into becoming a career PA. What made you decide to set up the network? What is your career background?

Networking 100

Networking 2013 2016 Twitter 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

If you’ve hiked to a plateau, you know it can be a great place to rest and soak up the surrounding scenery. Ask questions to assess degrees of urgency, and practice negotiating timelines or redirecting requests. Have a look at your time management skills, and how best to invest your efforts on a daily and weekly basis.

Mentoring 100

Mentoring Administrative Professionals Negotiating Budget 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

While everyone must competently use today’s information technology tools, too many of us are ignoring the proven importance and effectiveness of interpersonal communication skills. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Sign up today and you’ll receive: Admission to the live event with Joan on 3/10/2015 (10 a.m.

Skills 100

Skills Assertiveness PowerPoint Negotiating 100

Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

A lot of Job Specs tend to focus on a standard set of skills rather than the actual responsibilities. We are the ultimate super-jugglers who have the ability to throw a to-do list up in the air and catch it in a different order depending on the situation at hand. Generation Y make up 50% of the current work-force.

Social Media 100

Social Media Fax Skills Suppliers 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 2, 2010

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking at an Administrative Professionals Week event in Washington, DC. But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating Skills 2010 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 2, 2010

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking at an Administrative Professionals Week event in Washington, DC. But to be excellent, you must constantly build upon your key workplace skills, including communication (verbal, written and electronic), leadership, organization, time management and the like.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Negotiating Skills 2010 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

I called them and thankfully they had space available on the date I needed and we were able to amend the contract, but imagine if I hadnt noticed and we showed up on the 7th? Negotiation As you saw above, negotiation is possible. Hold the space please? Fortunately, they were able to waive it and we only lost our $500 deposit.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Negotiating International 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 27, 2016

This limits your negotiating power to compare pricing and use your own vendors. They will also be familiar with the space which can be helpful when it comes to setting up. You will have to wait until the museum is done for the day and closes to the public, usually around 5pm, to first load in and set up.

Agencies 100

Agencies Budget Suppliers Negotiating 100

Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

I wrote an article in 2018 called “ Times Up for the Boss ” and I raise these ideas in our Be the Ultimate Assistant workshops. We show that we care when we take the time to check-in or speak up; and, it is natural to make mistakes – especially when seeking to become an ally to the marginalized.

Salary 52

Salary Collaborate Travel Stress 52

Who's the Real Boss?

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

This platform, that was designed to connect skilled service providers with those who required skilled services, ended up revealing to me what would be the most savage and ruthless landscape of tens of thousands of ‘Joe Blows’ wanting to make a quick buck, regardless of whether they were skilled in the task requirement, or not.

Resume 52

Resume Cover Letter AT&T Interviewing 52

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 21, 2024

Taking an active part in coordinating CyberCrimeCon (annual global cybersecurity conference) to streamline processes around international guests’ travel, negotiate with the hotels and sponsors to get discounts, and save additional costs by involving volunteers.

International 75

International ASAP Negotiating Administrative Professionals 75

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Joan took the stage and led us in a rousing standing ovation dance to energize and shake it up. 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

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Joan took the stage and led us in a rousing standing ovation dance to energize and shake it up. 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

Admin Awards

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This lively discussion covered the following topics: – How Administrative Professionals lead by being brave, especially when leadership is the source of bad culture. – The Administrators Impact on Employee Morale and Company Culture Whitepaper. How Admins can inspire culture by being their authentic selves. –

Administrative Professionals 40

Administrative Professionals AT&T Retirement Environment 40