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.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Manage risk. Look at past mistakes and write down what you can learn from them and what behaviors or actions led to those mistakes. Think about how to be assertive without being aggressive. Think of at least eight new initiatives and benchmark the best practices for each. How can they be implemented in your organization?

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Success

JANUARY 30, 2024

You’re in a meeting—perhaps learning about a new company initiative or listening to a boss who wasn’t happy with your team’s performance—and you have something to say, but then you just… don’t. She asks people to examine the costs of staying silent: “We unlearn being silent by recognizing and wrestling with the silence we’ve learned.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 6, 2019

An important component to self-management versus stress-management is to set healthy boundaries in the workplace. A boundary in the office for an administrative assistant can be as simple as addressing a coworker or manager who constantly steps into your workspace and takes your desk supplies without asking and doesn’t return them.

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Success

JUNE 22, 2021

Sales managers are responsible for optimizing seller performance to realize revenue goals. Often, sales managers rely on training to help improve seller performance, but this approach by itself is insufficient. It influences how they think, feel and behave as they manage their business and interactions with customers.

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Success

JANUARY 26, 2024

The 4 most in-demand tech jobs of 2024 and beyond Although it might feel like AI is out to replace us , Jervis asserts that it’s, in fact, the opposite. In the workplace, augmented reality can be a compelling learning tool. She places extra emphasis on tools that are both attainable and accessible.

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Even if you’re not an official manager with direct reports, you still may find yourself called upon to lead in various circumstances. Learning how to do this will also increase your visibility and positively impact your professional reputation. As a participant, you will learn….

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

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 4, 2019

Ok, Renee is wondering how does an administrative assistant manage her manager or executive? Does Renee start with managing deadlines, learning how to schedule properly? How do you help your manager get things done? We have several tools that actually can help with this but we want to see what you have to say!

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Success

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Do: Manage your stress. How you handle high levels of stress can mean the difference between being assertive and poised or being negative and disgruntled. Learning to let go of a grudge will not only make you feel better now but can also improve your health and develop your emotional intelligence. Do: Reflect on your day.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2019

How many times do you ask a manager or someone who is giving you a task, “How soon do you need this?” Early in the day, clarify with your manager(s) what are the most important priorities. Early in the day, clarify with your manager(s) what are the most important priorities. The typical response is “as soon as possible.”

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 26, 2018

Here are three quick and highly effective linguistic tips you can start using today and learn how to be effective in the office. “Do” When you’re a pro at what you do, you understand the importance of managing expectations among the people you support and work within the office. Do” or “can” instead of “try.”

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

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. So, when you are communicating with executives or managers, keep it short, simple, and to the point. Learn More and Register Here.

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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 18, 2015

This is the best advice you will ever receive on how to build a strategic partnership with your executive, manage their day, and stay on top of the volumes of tasks and projects you have to handle. When it comes to e-mail management, there are various approaches. Are you communicating with your manager through daily huddles?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 3, 2017

If someone is doing something or saying something that is unacceptable to you, then you need to speak up in a professional and assertive manner. Since I got out of high school and went right into the workforce, I was hungry to learn in any way possible. I have identified 3 levels of learning. Thirst for knowledge. I agree 100%.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

Be assertive. When you identify a specific task you can or should take over for your executive, speak up assertively. Breaking it down into bite-sized pieces will make the process more manageable for you and more easily acceptable for your executive. Always position the time it takes to learn something new as an investment.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

More assertive? Better managing conflict? Learn to be a catalyst for change in your organization and it will catapult your reputation. If you’d like to learn more about our Blog-A-Thon you can do so here. What are your secret dreams and visions for who you want to be or where you want to be a better person at work?

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Continue pursuing opportunities to learn and be challenged. Brandi is a frequent speaker on employment issues and has been interviewed by the media on career, job search, workplace, hiring and management topics. The post What I Learned From 450 Revolutionary Assistants in Las Vegas appeared first on Office Dynamics.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

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. Truly wants to understand the business for her own learning to better engage and to help me get in front of things.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 11, 2014

Do you find more and more is demanded of executives and senior managers’ time? However, with more being expected of your manager’s time, this in turn increases the expectation of what is anticipated of your job role and assigned tasks. Tip 2: Personal Effectiveness and Assertiveness. Tip 1: Working Relationships.

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Success

JUNE 16, 2022

The simple truth was that because I didn’t know how to manage those personality differences , conflict arose. In opposite fashion, a “D” personality relating to a “C” personality will need to learn how to speak and write using facts and details, not just lofty concepts. High-flying priorities within personalities.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2019

Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. To learn more about earning you Certified World Class Assistant designation and certification please click here. Do you hold grudges? Did someone at work say something that upset you? Or maybe they ignored you and that bothered you. Best of luck!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2015

I can do what I do today because of what I learned during those 20 years. I have to be extremely organized, deal with multiple personalities, manage my time, gather and process tons of information, be a leader, be assertive, tactfully communicate with other CEOs, consult with CEOs, teach others and the list goes on.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2015

Learning Highlights. As an attendee, you’ll learn: Why “Superwoman Syndrome” is so prevalent for today’s working women and why it’s time to let it go. Invite your female friends and fellow colleagues for this life- and career-changing event. The 5 Pillars that create a full life, how to harmonize (not “balance”!)

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2016

It was four full-days of learning and these assistants were hungry to achieve their certification and WCA Certified designation. Every time I have the honor of teaching, I learn new things as well. If you think you have reached your pinnacle, you will not challenge yourself to learn new things or look for new opportunities.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

How many times have you sat in a management meeting and had the most phenomenal idea (but you said nothing)? Your brand cannot thrive until you can cure yourself from imposter syndrome and from that voice in your head that mistakes assertiveness and confidence for rudeness and arrogance. Learn to say no. Well, I rest my case.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Assertiveness. Learn as much as you can about the topic. More than anybody else in the meeting a minute taker needs to be listening 100 percent of the time (no falling asleep here!). Check out my post here for tips on how to listen for the message. This post will help you work with the chairman to make this task easier.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

We speak their language to build rapport with managers. For Executive Presence, we learned it is to project gravitas (confidence, poise under pressure, decisiveness and assertiveness.) There are three important reasons. Synergy / Partnership. It builds synergy and partnership. We create energy and synergy. Persuasion.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 22, 2015

What are the new skills admired and soon to be required of administrative professionals: Digital Savvy: learning semi-tech and self-publishing skills. Data Analysis: learning how to collect, analyze and synthesizing information to create solutions. Virtual Engagement: learning how to be an effective virtual partner.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 16, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, December 16, 2009 4 ways to "manage up" Many people feel "stuck" these days. But how would you feel about managing your boss? To do this: Keep an eye to the ground.

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Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Listen and learn how someone pronounces their name, describes their identity and uses their pronouns. However, as someone who has done this many times, I’ve learned that if someone is experiencing impostor syndrome or if they are dealing with a lot in their life, they may say no or not respond to your invitation.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Taught by Joan Burge , creator and master trainer of the Star Achievement Series® with more than 39 years of administrative expertise and learning and development. Pre-course work will be assigned to prepare the student thus engaging them in the learning process before they arrive. Benefits of attending this course.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Request to speak to the “Manager on Duty.”. Be assertive in a professional fashion. Consider it a learning experience that will help you know how best to help your executives when someday it happens to them! Simply report it and go on about your schedule. Do not sit in your room waiting! Request a credit or $20.00

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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. I have learned over 42 years in the workplace, that most difficult people, have a soft spot inside. Are you learning a new software program?

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2012

What if you perceive yourself as being assertive but not everyone agrees? You may, for example, be demure when dealing with a group of upper management people. Take the Effectiveness Assessment in the book and learn how to hone these skills as you move forward into the new year. Become an Inner Circle Assistant excerpt.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

One of the benefits of being in my line of work is learning little-known, proven workplace-effectiveness techniques that increase success – and then sharing them with you! When you’re a pro at what you do, you understand the importance of managing expectations among the people you support and work with in the office.

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