Office Dynamics

MARCH 13, 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. We learn how the assistant manages day-to-day processes and make recommendations for greater efficiency when necessary.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

I have been hosting the Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence for 19 years. While these were written for our administrative professional conference attendees, they can apply to any trip you may whether it be a business trip or vacation. for a full day at a conference or training. Be assertive in a professional fashion.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 11, 2017

Donna recently spoke at the Assist Conference and had loads of advice for the audience on how to deal with confidential matters and remain discrete. Supporting Senior Management with PA assistance in helping develop legislation for the Scottish Government. . Donna also won last year’s Scottish PA of the Year.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

I have been hosting the Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence for 25 years. While these were written for our administrative professional conference attendees, they can apply to any trip you may whether it be a business trip or vacation. for a full day at a conference or training. Be assertive in a professional fashion.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

I have been hosting the Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence for 19 years. While these were written for our administrative professional conference attendees, they can apply to any trip you may whether it be a business trip or vacation. for a full day at a conference or training. Be assertive in a professional fashion.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 4, 2014

There have been so many times over the years that I have received an email about a fantastic training course or conference that I would love to attend. But if we have the confidence in our own career choices we should be able to explain to our managers the importance of training and why it is essential. You have a lot of unique skills.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 24, 2009

Monday, August 24, 2009 Managing the Micromanager The job description did not include managing a micromanager. Some managers feel that they would do the project themselves just so they know it will get done their way. If others are involved in the project, cc your manager on emails so that they are kept in the "loop."

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 22, 2015

When we walk in to the conference room, there should be a seat reserved for us at the executive table! See Debbie at The Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence this October. It is an exciting time and an opportunity for us to grab hold and embrace the strategies that will elevate our profession. Learn more about Debbie Gross.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2015

At the Conference for Administrative Excellence this fall, I’m going to help you hone lots of skills to be more resilient to change and stressful situations in the workplace. Courtney will be speaking at the 2015 Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Or, at least, we think it does…. www.CourtneyLClark.com.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Earlier this year, I was asked to emcee one of the largest conferences in the world for administrative professionals, APC. It means smiling, speaking articulately and assertively, looking people in the eye, and managing your physical presence. That’s where this photo was taken.). Can you tell when someone is faking confidence?

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

When I was asked to speak at the Office Dynamics Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence , I was ecstatic. And in my nearly 20 years around the administrative staffing industry, I had heard only fantastic things about the conference. During the conference, I spoke about “Trailblazing Your Way to Career Success.”

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2017

Several years ago at the Office Dynamics Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence , we had 249 assistants collaborate on how an assistant could add more value at work when he or she is already adding value. Powerful assistants self-manage. This is no easy feat but you can do it. Don’t be a surface thinker.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

Are you ready to give up talking to your manager because he or she never listens to you? You need to work on your communications skills and being more assertive to gain attention. Have you been trying to get permission to attend a conference or training program and got turned down? Remember… staying power. Don’t give up.

Assertiveness 100

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 28, 2009

(Excerpt from a session at our 16th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence). The audience participated in group discussions on her ideas of: gain insight as to how to be visible without appearing self-serving: speak up -- offer ideas and solutions, ask questions, proactively manage conflict or frustrations. Great program!

Assertiveness 100

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 28, 2009

(Excerpt from a session at our 16th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence). The audience participated in group discussions on her ideas of: gain insight as to how to be visible without appearing self-serving: speak up -- offer ideas and solutions, ask questions, proactively manage conflict or frustrations. Great program!

Assertiveness 100

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

The meeting is typically a way to evaluate the past year’s project management, acknowledge achievements, receive valuable feedback for performance improvement and create new goals for continued productivity. Learning is always a win-win for an employee & manager and progress is easily tracked.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 22, 2010

Communication is critical to our daily lives as well as critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, teamwork, positive attitude, assertiveness, self-management, technical skills, time management, and emotional intelligence. Tags: Attitude Organizational Skills Stress Management. Sincerely, Joan Burge. Founder and CEO.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 22, 2010

Communication is critical to our daily lives as well as critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, teamwork, positive attitude, assertiveness, self-management, technical skills, time management, and emotional intelligence. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Sincerely, Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 21, 2016

Lisa Olsen is passionate about the administrative career and encourages assistants to be “relationship engineers” She currently is the Executive Coordinator/Office Manager at Dignity Health and is the Co-Founder of Admin to Admin – providing resources, workshops and retreats for assistants.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2017

She’ll be at the annual Conference for Administrative Excellence this year and she is an absolute wealth of knowledge and insight. For example, here are a few of the most common roles that may be a great fit for assistants, depending on your skills and interests: Project Manager. Incidentally, if you don’t know Julie, you should.

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The Office Professionals Place

MAY 21, 2010

I will manage the tasks and projects set before me appropriately so that deadlines are met. I will communicate effectively and assertively so that there is a clear understanding of what is required and requested. I will interact with co-workers, clients, and upper management with professionalism. A new topic each month.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Office Dynamics

MAY 1, 2017

Cindy said that Shure Incorporated had a beautiful auditorium and that they would like to be a host site for me to hold a one day workshop or mini-conference. Self-management. I want to thank Cindy McConnell, EA to the CEO of Shure Incorporated for approaching me last October. Well, of course, I said yes. Patience (tons). Enthusiasm.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 3, 2010

Joan Burge delivers her State of the Profession at the 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Later during the conference, Joan presented her annual State of the Profession address. Managers who do not know how to utilize administrative assistants in new ways. This segment is highly anticipated by the attendees.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 3, 2010

Joan Burge delivers her State of the Profession at the 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Later during the conference, Joan presented her annual State of the Profession address. Managers who do not know how to utilize administrative assistants in new ways. This segment is highly anticipated by the attendees.

Administrative Professionals 100

Administrative Professionals Retirement Training Assertiveness 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 30, 2008

As an administrative assistant I manage my boss's practice so he can do his job. I draft letters, schedule his time, set reminders for deadlines, bring forward items, make travel arrangements, make some business decisions, arrange conferences, manage client relations and some bookkeeping. But how can we help? Are we ready?

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

A possible response could be – I will utilize any downtime researching professional development opportunities such as free or low-cost webinars, training, conferences, etc. BUT – Prepare an answer if asked about possible boredom. I will also develop a desk manual and evaluate best practices for policies and adjust as necessary.

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The Office Professionals Place

MARCH 13, 2010

If it is a situation that requires urgent attention, be assertive and ask for help and apologize for any inconvenience. The best remedy I have found that helps me remember items for conferences and meetings is an "events checklist." I tend to book for these events the moment the announcement comes out. A new topic each month.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

We offer high level coaching, onsite workshops, an annual conference for administrative excellence, an executive assistant boot camp and more. October: Managing Your Executive’s Day (Part 1) Webinar. October: Managing Your Executive’s Day (Part 2) Webinar. August: Getting to Yes Webinar.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

You may not be directly affected by this dragon the dragon can be creating pain for your industry, your employer, managers, executives, and customers. When planning upcoming seminars, conferences, and training – see how they line up and teach you strategies that you can bring back and implement in your workplace. Uplift others.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2015

Business Management Daily had a daily free download or gift. Here’s a recap of the great content that was discussed this month: 10 Steps to Supporting Multiple Managers (4/1/2015). All Things Admin shared a chart of all the special happenings and more and started #AdminProud. Qualities Of A Great Assistant (4/2/2015).

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 24, 2016

We’re thrilled that Daren will also be a keynote speaker at the Office Dynamics 23rd Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence in October! See Daren live in Las Vegas at our Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence, The Revolutionary Assistant. Accountable: takes responsibility for everything in their world all the time.

Self Esteem 100

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence Scholarship: We will be offering a scholarship for the 2016 Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence [The Revolutionary Assistant]. Are there some that are intellectually stimulating and full of great ideas? What are your favorites? How are you using LinkedIn successfully?

Self Esteem 100

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The Office Professionals Place

MAY 11, 2010

Be assertive, state your case, and give and ask for solutions. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! It is important to listen to the other persons views and take them into consideration.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

And after speaking to women in workshops, seminars and at my conferences for 25 years, I know this is one area we need to work on. But if someone belittles them or their work, they tend to have low self-esteem. I especially find this an interesting topic with women.

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Listen with empathy not sympathy and be assertive in your response. Upcoming topic: Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System - September 6, 2010 Dial-in#: 1-712-432-3030 Passcode: 346621 Become a member of the Elite - Subscribe today! Let them have their words. Do not interrupt. Seek answers. A new topic each month.

Administrative Professionals 100

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 15, 2015

Didn’t get a chance to register for the 2015 Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence? Subscribe to and frequently share your thoughts right here in the comments below. Subscribe to our weekly e-zine, Monday Motivators. The live event is sold out but you don’t have to miss this important resilience-building curriculum.

Travel 100

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

If you need suggestions, I list all the items that can be discussed when executives and assistants meet in my Communicating with Your Manager post. For example, if the Executive is in a location with a different time zone or headed into an early meeting or conference. You might start with Monday or Friday to discuss the upcoming week.

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