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. Speaking up can be more challenging for women due to historical gender norms that discourage assertiveness,” Bevins says.

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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. As administrative assistants and executive assistants, you can often feel like setting boundaries might get you fired or your leader will think you are not a team player. Learning Highlights You will learn: .

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Success

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Do: Manage your stress. A cool head makes better decisions and can help you listen better to your team. How you handle high levels of stress can mean the difference between being assertive and poised or being negative and disgruntled. Otherwise you’ll end up with a team of “yes men” (or women) and a failing business.

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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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Success

JUNE 16, 2022

The simple truth was that because I didn’t know how to manage those personality differences , conflict arose. Their success comes from being able to be decisive and motivating to a team. Their focus on the big picture often motivates a team to take high risks, many of which are often accompanied by high rewards. Pulse check.

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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

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. Speaks up in my team meetings and has brought additional insights into our group forums that are highly valued.

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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 5, 2017

More assertive? Better managing conflict? Whether these morning meetings take place in person or over the phone they are vital to the executives and assistants team success. Learn to be a catalyst for change in your organization and it will catapult your reputation. Do you wish you were more confident? Joan Burge.

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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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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Continue pursuing opportunities to learn and be challenged. We’re all fortunate to have training pioneers like Joan and her team in the corner for administrative professionals. Brandi is a frequent speaker on employment issues and has been interviewed by the media on career, job search, workplace, hiring and management topics.

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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)? To me, this speaks to a lack of team cohesion, insecurity (on their part) and a low-performance culture. Learn to say no. Learn to respect yourself. Learn to look after yourself physically and emotionally.

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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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Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Show genuine curiosity and compassion about the lives and work of your team members and colleagues. Listen and learn how someone pronounces their name, describes their identity and uses their pronouns. Microaffirmation #4: Work hard to encourage participation from everyone on your team. Solicit ideas and feedback on projects.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Assertiveness. Learn as much as you can about the topic. This guest post was written by Robyn Bennett, Director, Team Link Training Ltd, New Zealand. More than anybody else in the meeting a minute taker needs to be listening 100 percent of the time (no falling asleep here!). Always take an extra pen. Knowledge of the subject.

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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. Building a Star Partnership™ (Team Module).

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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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Office Dynamics

JUNE 22, 2016

They guide the organization, make important decisions and steer the team toward success. They guide the organization, make important decisions and steer the team toward success. Only a rare few administrative professionals have learned to tap into the power of the most advanced leadership skill. Learning Highlights.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 11, 2015

Here are some of the things I hear assistants, secretaries and managers say: “I would dress better if they paid me more money.”. Managers work hard so they can be promoted to Director, and then Sr. Does your manager give you his or her full attention when you speak? Be assertive. I’m just an assistant.”. Be a pacesetter.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

As more companies embrace the spirit of teamwork, 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. Use assertive communication techniques. Sometimes what we think is the problem, really isn’t. 9 Be Open and Honest, Don’t Hint. Joan Burge.

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My EA Career

APRIL 4, 2023

When I train and coach Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and Administrative Professionals I ensure they are able to clearly articulate how their outputs (what they do), contribute to the outcomes and impacts of their team and organisation. You are an equal member of your team, and your contributions are valuable and necessary.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2017

However, what they don’t realize is that their ideas are not nearly as rich as the team who really massaged the question or issue and gave deep thought to it. Powerful assistants self-manage. Self-management is being very aware of your feeling, emotions, attitudes and knowing how you tend to respond to things. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

For some, it involves climbing to the next level, becoming a “senior” support staff member or an administrative manager. If you’re still struggling with time management, organization, professional presence, and communication, focus on amplifying your skills in these key areas. Take the Lead & Self-Manage. Mentor Newbies.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 29, 2016

People in management positions usually have good reasons for taking certain actions and for making the decisions they make. Cooperate as a team player. lack assertiveness. Dragons won’t go away unless you learn to face them in a positive fashion. Leaders can be dragons when they: don’t communicate on the employee’s level.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 28, 2009

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. learn to promote yourself to the right people in the right way. Great program!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

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. Use assertive communication techniques. What is actually happening behind the scenes is we have “conflicting” views, opinions and thoughts.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 28, 2009

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. learn to promote yourself to the right people in the right way. Great program!

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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

MARCH 9, 2018

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. I was teaching a class two weeks ago from the Star Achievement Series®. When and where to set boundaries.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

I have applied for positions I was overqualified for and thankful for what I learned from them. Possible boredom is alleviated when you continue learning and create better procedures; your workday becomes the most productive it can be. Constant learning with gratitude is a state of mind. True story; happy next chapter!

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Within my first week I was being asked and expected to assist the team with various admin tasks using systems that I had never used or had training on. Even though my team members didn’t know the processes, I searched out other PAs in the overall department, and invited them to a ‘get to know each other’ lunch.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Joan taught us to be assertive and persistent, even in the face of naysayers. We learned that together we have a much louder voice. Thank you to Joan, the Office Dynamics team, and everyone who attended! People are always more comfortable with silence. But being an advocate for change and improvement means being vocal.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 1, 2017

After I said yes to Cindy and we decided on a date, Cindy went into action and enlisted her administrative team. The administrative team went above and beyond what I imagined and I am eternally grateful to the ladies who put love and attention into the event. A desire to learn in the area you are passionate about. Enthusiasm.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2015

Here’s a recap of just some of the amazing things that went on this year in celebration of you, Administrative Professionals: Executive Secretary Magazine sent out daily gifts from a variety of organizations specifically for administrative professionals learning benefit. IAAP teamed up with Staples to #CelebrateAdmins.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

JANUARY 27, 2021

We are very lucky to have you on our team. In fact, the most effective assertiveness happens calmly, factually, and directly. Send a note to a manager about their direct report. This may be the perfect time to start playing that instrument, take up a new hobby, learn another language, or write that poem. I believe in you.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2016

When you achieve your goals, you know it helps your team tenfold. No matter the task, you bask in the joy that comes with knowing it’s your effort that positively impacts the team and keeps things running smoothly. “ It brings a whole new meaning to learning on the job. “ It brings a whole new meaning to learning on the job. “

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. As an attendee of this free webinar, you will learn: How the different types of certifications and alternative education options compare, what really separates a “Certification” from a “Designation,” and why those details matter. Do you hold grudges? Best of luck!

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