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Things Assistants Do That Executives Appreciate

Office Dynamics

I love reading these letters as 1) I see the training we provided truly worked, but more importantly, 2) I learn what executives appreciate—what executives look for in an assistant—and what executives value and observe. Cultivates professional networks that help us accomplish our goals. Appropriately assertive.

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Today’s Administrative Assistant Has Power

Office Dynamics

When the job description includes identifying goals for the coming year; meshing them with your executive’s goals and department and organization goals; being prepared to track progress at specific intervals; and being accountable for success or lack thereof, it’s easy to tell this is not a job for dummies!

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How to Respond to Workplace Conflict

Office Dynamics

As more companies embrace collaboration, you must learn to work with other people and truly become a team player to get the work done and help your organization be more competitive. Here are 14 strategies taken from my flagship administrative training program, The Star Achievement Series®. How can I help you accomplish your goals?”.

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How to be an ally in the workplace: 13 ways to do it

Ideas.Ted

Many trainings and articles about microaggressions focus on how you can intervene in the moment, which is a crucial part of allyship. Build relationships with them so you can better collaborate together and advocate for each other. Microaffirmation #1: Get to know people, and pay close attention to their words and ideas.

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Strategies for Advancing Your Career in Administrative Services

Office Dynamics

Show that you know how to collaborate and rally a group around a common goal. Demonstrate your ability to take charge, influence others, and see a project through from beginning to end. These kinds of leadership skills are only gained through practice and yet, they’re essential for advancement.

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