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Administrative Assistants Assert Themselves in the Workplace

Office Dynamics

What actions can an administrative assistant take to assert themselves in the workplace?" This is a great question and I am taking an excerpt from my Star Achievement Series® training certification program. Build your own invisible “life Facebook” of alliances. Promote Yourself. Be visible to the right people.

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Administrative Assistants Assert Themselves in the Workplace

Office Dynamics

What actions can an administrative assistant take to assert themselves in the workplace?" This is a great question and I am taking an excerpt from my Star Achievement Series® training certification program. Build your own invisible “life Facebook” of alliances. Promote Yourself. Be visible to the right people.

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Blog-a-Thon Bonus Announcement

Office Dynamics

Example of a Tweet or Facebook Post: This article changed my life [add your favorite article link] #adminblogathon. Be sure to share the blog-a-thon articles each day with your administrative peers and earn those extra entries. The post Blog-a-Thon Bonus Announcement appeared first on Office Dynamics.

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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. Watch Joan present the top 12 during her Facebook Friday video, 12/7/2018). Appropriately assertive.

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Ep 186: Rachael Bonetti on Self-Care and Avoiding Burnout

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One of the criticisms I’ve faced over the years is that I’m not aggressive enough or assertive enough or maybe somehow, because I’m empathetic, it means I’m weak. To learn more about how you can join growth-minded Leader Assistants, check out our Leader Assistant Premium Membership for ongoing training, coaching, and community.

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The Power of One

Office Dynamics

On Wednesday, April 26 I hosted a Facebook Live where I spoke about what I love about the administrative profession and gave tips on how to shine in the profession. I started administrative training in a few of the companies where I worked. There was a lack of quality, meaty training for assistants. Such a lovely time of year.

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Bad Career Advice: Nice Guys Finish Last

Eat Your Career

You don’t have to be an ass to be assertive or stand up for yourself when needed. Those who believe this might want to engage in some communications training. Share this on Facebook. It’s condescending and, in my opinion, completely false. Being nice does not necessarily mean that you’re weak. Photo Credit: jayneandd (Flickr).