Office Dynamics

JUNE 10, 2015

25 years ago, Joan Burge—then a top executive assistant—asked herself a simple question: “Why do some administrative professionals excel in the field while others remain stagnant?”. As an in-demand trainer, she’s changed the way administrative professionals are viewed and how they view themselves. REPLAY NOW AVAILABLE.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 29, 2022

You’ll also prove your dedication to your executive and colleagues, and wind up with a personal sense of pride and accomplishment. Attend a training event or workshop. Training events, workshops, and webinars abound! Professional associations allow you to network with other members in a way that’s beneficial for your career.

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Bonnie Low-Krayman

JANUARY 10, 2024

By Bonnie Low-Kramen for Admin Professional Today | November, 2023 The Great Resignation of 2020 led to massive and chaotic hiring in 2021. As burnout, stress, and mental health issues increased to red alert levels due to poor onboarding and inadequate training, Quiet Quitting took hold in 2022. What’s happening now? Quiet Hiring.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 19, 2017

When administrative professionals work together. So what can you do to promote teamwork and collaboration across your administrative community? Problems and frustrations may arise, but don’t give up. For more than two decades I have been teaching assistants about the benefits of working together.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 15, 2023

Whether you’re searching for a new job, making a case for a promotion or raise, showcasing your skills during your annual review, or simply want to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities that may come your way, a professional portfolio is an invaluable tool for any administrative professional.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2018

I’m not sure if you know that 80% of my work is onsite training for administrative office professionals so I do a lot of traveling, in fact, 100% of my clients are out of state. Observing administrative professionals at work is one of my greatest moments. Speak up, or prepare a brief summary describing your idea.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

I started out as a Receptionist and worked my way up the administrative ranks for 20 years following. It was my dream to quickly move up in the administrative arena and work for top executives as soon as possible. Since 1990, I have had a wonderful career in training, writing, coaching and professional speaking.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 26, 2022

While personal situations and the pandemic make it easy to come up with excuses to put my project on the back burner, it’s time to get it done. Take a good look at your setup and decide if it promotes productivity and a good workflow. Not up for caring for a living thing at the office? and start from scratch. . Go shopping!

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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! Each type helps set you up for success. Performance Reviews. Job Interviews.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 3, 2023

By learning your overall work style, the type of environment in which you perform best, and how you prefer to approach problem-solving and decision-making, you’re able to set yourself up for success and adapt in any situation. Start journaling. Adapting to change becomes more manageable when the environment around you encourages innovation.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 18, 2013

Decisions about whether to take a promotion, move to a more interesting but lateral position, move to a new location, start a new career or take a position in a new geographic location within the same company. Can I handle the demands, i.e., time, training? Moving up or changing jobs isn’t always the answer. Cross-train.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 28, 2021

If you don’t have a weekly meeting, it’s time to set up one so your manager can stay connected to what you’re doing. Are things like a flexible schedule, ability to telecommute, additional days off, other company perks, or an off-cycle promotion an option? These are all forms of compensation that don’t necessarily involve a promotion.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 1, 2012

We have dedicated several blogs to informing you about our administrative assistant conference speaker line-up. With each message we'll introduce a speaker and share with you a little bit about them as well as why we chose them to be a presenter at the 19th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Introducing.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

We specialize in professional training, development and information for administrative professionals and their executives. No matter how frustrated or discouraged you might feel, don’t give up. Are you ready to give up talking to your manager because he or she never listens to you? Don’t give up.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

Regardless of what path you’re on, if you’re interested in moving up the ladder as an assistant, there are several strategies to better position yourself for success. These tips will help demonstrate your higher-level abilities and support your bid for promotion when the time comes. Master the Fundamentals.

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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. Live Webinar Question and Answer Follow up! It is very hard for small business to find the money to support training. It can be a very hard sell.

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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. Link Up With LinkedIn. By linking up with LinkedIn, you’re making yourself visible to recruiters, hiring managers, potential employers, and anyone else who stumbles across your profile.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

Why self-promotion is essential for your career—and yet so hard to do. Many of you stepped up and shared some of your own notes, questions and links to help me recreate what was lost. Questions from your admin peers: Administrative Professional blogs, Facebook, and Linked In resources. As an attendee, you will learn….

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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

APRIL 28, 2017

The real challenge in today’s society is simply getting the attention of the people that can buy from you, hire you, promote you and/or recommend you. Here are 5 things you can do right now to turn up the volume on your personal brand: 1. Promote Yourself Internally. Promote Yourself Externally. Live in Permanent Beta.

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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. The reason why is summed up perfectly by one of my favorite quotes from Joan Burge, founder, and CEO of Office Dynamics, Inc. Joining LinkedIn is free – just sign up for an account and create your profile.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 20, 2009

I am so glad Corleen asked this because not only in the administrative arena but in the training arena in general, people get confused between: certificate programs, certifications and professional designations. For example, we have Star Achievement Series Certification training. Certificates are more easily achieved.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 20, 2009

I am so glad Corleen asked this because not only in the administrative arena but in the training arena in general, people get confused between: certificate programs, certifications and professional designations. For example, we have Star Achievement Series Certification training. Certificates are more easily achieved.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

We may feel under-appreciated, wish our job was more challenging, or have lost out on a promotion. If you’ve hiked to a plateau, you know it can be a great place to rest and soak up the surrounding scenery. Clients and colleagues pick up on negativity before you even realize you’re emanating it. Becoming a Negative Presence?

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 14, 2012

We have dedicated several blogs to informing you about our administrative assistant conference speaker line-up. With each message we'll introduce a speaker and share with you a little bit about them as well as why we chose them to be a presenter at the 19th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 13, 2009

Surely they exist because the Bureau of Labor Statistics says there are 4+ million administrative professionals in the U.S. I wonder to myself, “Do many administrative assistants and executive assistants not bring their head out of the sand? It’s up to you who are in this career to start “talking.” Thanks for your help!

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 1, 2015

Jasmine was promoted to Vice President about two years ago. A third dimension I can add to the validation of a good partnership is that I have personally coached more than 150 administrative/executive teams – both one-on-one and in groups. Executives and Assistants cannot keep up with the emails that flood their Inbox on a 24/7 basis.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

The reason I can bring myself up to speed so quickly is because I have spent 10 years working as an assistant and I have become very good at developing business acumen! I think it is so very important for assistants to have good business acumen because without it I don’t see how we can support our managers or move up the career ladder.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 2, 2015

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. However – if we are not willing to speak up and actively list our duties how can we expect colleagues and managers to be aware of this change in office dynamics?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 13, 2009

Surely they exist because the Bureau of Labor Statistics says there are 4+ million administrative professionals in the U.S. I wonder to myself, “Do many administrative assistants and executive assistants not bring their head out of the sand? It’s up to you who are in this career to start “talking.”

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 12, 2013

Career Academy members are already familiar with this, as are those who have attended my live training programs. That means raises, promotions and job security for you. The more you can create measurable, positive, powerful outcomes through your actions, the more people will sit up and take notice. I say…RISK IT.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

No, its not e-cards (I am not a fan of e-cards as one more e-mail cluttering up my Inbox is not a welcome thing), but these are actual hard copy cards that you can customize and send out with your own special message. I dont often promote any businesses from my blog, but I thought this one was worth talking about. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Who's the Real Boss?

APRIL 12, 2020

But it shouldn’t all be ‘woe-is me’, as there are influential steps that can be taken during this time to secure up your future. Up your value! So, if the marketing function has been reduced or cut, but the social media for the company still needs to be managed, then put your hand up for it! Keep your skills up – Study.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 8, 2015

Get Ahead the Smart Way: Promotions aren’t what they used to be. If where you are isn’t what you truly get charged up about, ask yourself what you can get passionate about. Then get the information or training. Attend extra training conferences, but don’t neglect the duties you hold now. Build your skills. And imagine.

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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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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

Many times the administrative assistant position is a good way into an organization and what a great training ground to know an organizations inner workings than in this profession. She was a smart kid and picked up the tasks assigned to her very quickly. I have seen admin assistants climb up the corporate ladder just that way.

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