Success

JANUARY 4, 2023

The woman stepped back, said, “Well, I guess now we have a director,” meaning that Fanning had finally shown she had the assertiveness necessary for the job, and walked out. She had discovered the power of asserting herself and, in doing so, freed herself from being bullied, backstabbed or stepped on. It’s not an easy rut to escape.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2019

We provide executive assistant coaching on everything from being more assertive to professional image, communications, leadership, time management and building a partnership with the executive. If in person is beyond your budget, we also provide coaching via conference calls. The payoff is huge.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Quite often I am asked which courses I would recommend for assistants that are just starting in the profession and want to undertake some training to increase their skills and help them move up the career ladder. I always say that it is extremely important for assistants to attend training courses throughout the year.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

If the situation is to change, then EAs need to participate in the assertion about what assistants do and the responsibilities they now hold. The educators not only include trainers like me, but also the professors in business schools who are training the leaders of the future. Commit to ongoing training to keep sharpening your saw.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

Several years ago, I found myself in a position at a company that was facing budget cuts. A possible response could be – I will utilize any downtime researching professional development opportunities such as free or low-cost webinars, training, conferences, etc. My hours were reduced and benefits lost.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

Below are a few examples of general and job-specific goals: Set a professional development goal whether it’s attending a conference, completing an online course or program, reading a certain book or two, scheduling time each week or month for webinars, computer program training, time management courses, etc.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Assess the barriers: are they your employer’s (limited jobs or budget) or your own (lack of credentials or experience)? You’re frustrated by limited opportunities in your workplace but decided that, for personal or financial reasons, you need to stay put. Think about part time studies to add to your qualifications.

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