Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Do you want to be more assertive? Learning how to tactfully voice your opinions and assert your needs as an executive assistant is important. Many assistants have crossed the line from assertive to aggressive. So what is the difference between assertive and aggressive? Benefits of Being Assertive. Reduces anxiety.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Forbes.com define executive presence as the ability to project gravitas–confidence, poise under pressure and decisiveness. Furthermore, communication—including speaking skills, assertiveness and the ability to read an audience or situation—and appearance contribute to a person’s perceived executive presence. Using a confident tone.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

I recently came across this list from one of my classes and wanted to share it. If you are a manager reading this blog, check off the ones that apply to your administrative partner. Excellent time management skills. Taking baby steps is a good way to manage a big list of “must get better at” areas. Ability to prioritize.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 21, 2017

You have to dive deep within yourself to develop that “World Class” status that executives are looking for in their assistants. It will boost your confidence and your professional presence. These are just a few of the topics we cover in the World Class Assistant™ Certification and Professional Designation program.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

I was teaching a class two weeks ago from the Star Achievement Series®. 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. Setting Healthy Boundaries. Addressing boundaries.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Joan Burge designed the course materials with follow-up activities and assessments to be completed outside of class time. Action Items and Follow-up Activities extend learning beyond the class room and empower students to self-develop. An Intent to Apply form will be sent to the student prior to attending their class.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 1, 2016

I was purposely brought in to help these assistants manage change, build strategic partnerships with their managers, learn how to be more proactive, and build peer synergy. Recently, I was conducting a full-day workshop for administrative professionals at a large organization. At that point, I just let her be as she wanted.

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