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At a Loss for Words? 25 Ways to Master the Art of Small Talk

Success

Challenge yourself to learn two new things. I despise small talk, but I love to connect with new people and learn about them because there is always something interesting to glean. Learn their story. Ideas for how to make small talk But increased well-being and positivity aren’t the only benefits of small talk.

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Conference for Administrative Excellence – Gala Event

Office Dynamics

Since administrative professionals are usually the ones planning events, managing catering, speakers, binders, and AV/tech, it was wonderful to celebrate their learning achievements through a great event celebrating each of them as a stellar assistant! Your Reporter in the Field. Friday morning began with a networking breakfast.

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Day 2: The 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence Special Report

Office Dynamics

By Nancy Fraze, Reporter in the Field. The conference encourages a casual mix of great conversations with other attendees for networking (Note: bring your business cards!) She further discussed the illiterates of the future, who are those who have an inability to learn and unlearn.

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Day 2: The 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence Special Report

Office Dynamics

By Nancy Fraze, Reporter in the Field. The conference encourages a casual mix of great conversations with other attendees for networking (Note: bring your business cards!) She further discussed the illiterates of the future, who are those who have an inability to learn and unlearn.

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Make the Most of Your Business Downtime This Summer

Step It Up VA Coaching

Go through the business cards you collected and follow up. Reconnect with business associates and former clients. Read those business books you purchased ages ago but haven’t had a chance to read. Go through those business magazines. Learn that new software that can likely improve business processes.

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Keep the Ball Rolling After an Event

Step It Up VA Coaching

Resist the urge to get “back to business” the minute you walk through the door – now is the best time to harness that positive energy and put what you’ve learned into action. Create an action plan right away to implement what you have learned. Here are a few steps to help get you started.

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Make the Most of Your Business Downtime This Summer

Step It Up VA Coaching

Go through the business cards you collected and follow up. Reconnect with business associates and former clients. Read those business books you purchased ages ago but haven’t had a chance to read. Go through those business magazines. Learn that new software that can likely improve business processes.