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The Return to the Office Leads Many Employers to Offer Office Etiquette Classes

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What’s going on: As employees are asked to return to the office after an extended period of remote work due to the pandemic, more employers are observing a need for etiquette refresher courses, according to Work Life. Another 18% said that they are planning to implement these kinds of training programs by next year.

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Is Generation Z Unprepared for the Workforce or Are Leaders Misunderstanding Them?

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The primary criticisms revolve around perceived poor work ethic, inadequate communication skills, and a sense of entitlement. It also raises concerns about the future dynamics of the workforce, given that the perceived deficiencies center around core soft skills and attitudes.

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The Top 3 Skills That Make Administrative Assistants Stand Out

Office Dynamics

You have to dive deep within yourself to develop that “World Class” status that executives are looking for in their assistants. As you can see, these skills go beyond the basics. There is much to learn regarding advanced skills for assistants. After all, it’s a competitive market out there! Register Today.

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The First Thing to Do After a Job Interview

On The Job

While etiquette rules say you can wait about three months to send a thank-you note for a wedding gift, it needs to be much sooner than that after a job interview. Thank the person for his or her time and take the opportunity to mention two or three things you might have discussed, such as your skills for the job. Recap the highlights.

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A Story of Inspiration for all Administrative Professionals

Office Dynamics

Gillie attended my World Class Assistant certification and designation course in Las Vegas many years ago. During our World Class Assistant course, I teach the importance of a Career Portfolio. During the class, I allow time for attendees to create the first hard copy draft of their portfolio. The Gillie Watson Story.

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Developing Your “Wow” Factor

Office Dynamics

The wow factor is a term we use in the World Class Assistant™ certificate program to describe the powerful executive presence that the most successful administrative professionals exude. They are World Class Assistants. You can’t have it if you don’t first have the skills to do your job exceptionally well. People trust them.

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Qualities Of A Great Assistant

Office Dynamics

I recently came across this list from one of my classes and wanted to share it. Good communication skills. Organization skills. Interpersonal communication skills. Excellent calendaring skills. Excellent time management skills. Great networking skills. Analytical forward thinking skills.