Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

April is Admin Appreciation Month, so today I’m sharing some tips specifically for all of you hardworking admins. Be assertive. When you identify a specific task you can or should take over for your executive, speak up assertively. Always position the time it takes to learn something new as an investment.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2019

I will share with you some of my favorite tips. And you can get more tips on this subject by going to Office Dynamics YouTube Channel. 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.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

It is for this very reason that I had Nancy Fraze, an Office Dynamics journalist, write, a list of Travel Tips. 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!

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 27, 2013

Dealing with bad managers can be an emotional drain. Clerical professionals who work in close quarters or communicate frequently with their bosses are especially challenged when faced with poor management. Learning to communicate assertively, keeping good records, and networking can help you deal with even the worst boss.

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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

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. Then defer to the Star Essentials tip below. (I

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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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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. Here are some of Hemsley Fraser’s top success skills tips! Tip 1: Working Relationships.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 10, 2015

I’m going to give 9 of my top communication tips that help administrative assistants thrive in their business communications with their business partner (and others!). Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Be more specific in what you say. Do you hold grudges? Best of luck!

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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”!) Register here.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Check out my post here for tips on how to listen for the message. 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!). This post will help you work with the chairman to make this task easier.

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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

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

However, at 26, thanks to an awesome executive, I learned how a strategic partnership should work and I taught every executive after that how to work with me. Here are a few quick tips. Now not every executive or manager will want this partnership. Ask for challenging assignments.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 12, 2018

I would like to focus on tips from my high-end boot camp for administrative and executive assistants called World Class Assistant. Learn to ask questions; specifically, the right question. Read the Wall Street Journal after your manager is done with it. The topic is Develop a Healthy Curiosity. So continue reading.

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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. There are several tips for getting the most out of your next performance evaluation & reducing stress.

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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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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

I have applied for positions I was overqualified for and thankful for what I learned from them. Preparation tips include: Research the company, the mission statement and core values also, research new projects and programs they are offering. Constant learning with gratitude is a state of mind. True story; happy next chapter!

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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

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

MARCH 20, 2012

Tips for the Tourist in All of Us. It is for this very reason that I had Nancy Fraze, an Office Dynamics journalist, write, a list of Travel Tips. Request to speak to the “Manager on Duty.”. Be assertive in a professional fashion. Travel tips provided by Nancy Fraze. The Savvy Admin’s Guide to Travel!

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

Tips for the Tourist in All of Us. It is for this very reason that I had Nancy Fraze, an Office Dynamics journalist, write, a list of Travel Tips. Request to speak to the “Manager on Duty.”. Be assertive in a professional fashion. Travel tips provided by Nancy Fraze. The Savvy Admin’s Guide to Travel!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2017

Here are a few tips: Look for ways to add value to the company. Powerful assistants self-manage. Self-management is being very aware of your feeling, emotions, attitudes and knowing how you tend to respond to things. In what ways can you manage your thoughts, especially when you feel upset or work is chaotic? 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. These tips will help demonstrate your higher-level abilities and support your bid for promotion when the time comes. Take the Lead & Self-Manage. There’s no substitution for mastery.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2018

While traveling gets old after a while and is tiring, I love what I learn when I go on site into an organization. I’ve been doing this for 28 years and I never grow weary of learning, experiencing, and coming home feeling rewarded! That means more can be accomplished in less time – and management is sure to appreciate that.

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My EA Career

APRIL 4, 2023

Five Ways To Step Into Your Value As A Service Provider As An Administrative Professional Here are a few tips to help you stay focused on being of service rather than subservient: Set Clear Boundaries: It’s important to establish clear boundaries with your colleagues and superiors.

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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. Of course, we had plenty to talk about and one tip an attendee mentioned was, “setting healthy boundaries.”

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 8, 2015

Learning Highlights: As an attendee, you will learn…. Simple tips to make those mundane but necessary tasks more interesting and engaging. Strategies for successfully managing up and getting your executive(s) to delegate more. How to manage up. How to tell if you’re productive or just busy.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 19, 2010

Taking on more than you can manage only leads to frustration as nothing gets done very well. It’s important to learn how and when to say no. Heather, came close to burnout, working long hours and weekends, until she learned how to make a priority of what she had to, should and even wanted to do.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

But as diary management can count for a large part of your role – and it was 80% of mine – you have to take matters into your own hands. So the pressure to maintain these expectations whilst trying to learn and make an impression in a new environment is tough. For me, this new role has been an excellent learning experience.

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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. Business Management Daily had a daily free download or gift.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Get ready to go from chaos to control with the excellent tips that Julie Perrine shares in this free webinar. To Do Lists – Task Management. There are 5 core systems I encourage assistants to look at first: Time and Task Management. Project Management. Her system for email management is outstanding.

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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.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 1, 2017

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. A desire to learn in the area you are passionate about. Self-management. I hope everyone has recuperated from an exciting Administrative Professionals Week.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Work With Stephanie « Improve Your Self-Image and Youll Improve Your Personal Productivity Power | Main | Communication Productivity Tip: Dont Make People Search for You.   But it’s only a tool when you understand where and how it originates, and how to effectively manage it.  Archive Network with Steph Is This You?

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On The Job

DECEMBER 8, 2009

Unfortunately, say the authors of a new book on managing your career, those differing communications styles at work can become “gender traps” that hurt your chances of assuming a leadership role on the job. Instead, they say, women should “learn to say no and mean it.” Learn to delegate. Stop trying to “one up” colleagues.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 12, 2015

In preparation for a webinar I held on October 8 called Managing Your Executive’s Day , we sent out a survey and received 700+ responses to the questions “What is your biggest struggle in partnering with your executive?” Executive manages their own email therefore the assistant is out of the loop. #2 That is a terrific response rate.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 13, 2015

As we celebrate 25 years in business we’re offering a free webinar each month for administrative professionals to continue their skill development and learn more about who we are and what we offer the administrative profession.

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