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Conference for Administrative Assistants and Executive Assistants – Opening Session

Office Dynamics

at TBones upscale restaurant. Charlotte described getting approval to attend the conference and her manager’s enthusiastic approval. Joan chose the theme, The Stellar Assistant, because the assistants are the stars of the conference. Joan began 25 years ago with 16 people in a conference room in Lansing, Michigan.

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Empowering Tips for the Administrative and Executive Assistant – Part 2

Office Dynamics

In part one of “ Empowering Tips ” I mentioned that the word Empower is not only the theme of the 26 th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence, it is used in a variety of situations and conversations. One thing I hear Joan encourage during conferences, webinars, and one on one conversations is to be courageous. Joan Burge. .

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44 Ways to Kick-Start Your New Year

Success

Is there one thing that will make the difference between actually achieving your goals and chalking them up to yet another year’s unfulfilled resolutions? Visualize your goals as already complete. Write a 101 life-goal list. Reach my financial goals. Verbally appreciate at least 10 people a day Get eight hours of sleep.

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Phoenix views from restaurant last night (day 1) – #IVAA10

Andrea Kalli

Spending time with people over food is MUCH different than spending time with them in conference rooms. The views from our restaurant were spectacular. Phoenix views from restaurant last night (day 1) – #IVAA10 Rating 3.00 You get a peek into their wild side, even if it’s just a little one.

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24 Online Collaboration Tools That Let You Leave The Office Space Behind

Tips From T. Marie

A few more popular video conferencing choices*: Free Conference Call Join.me Project management options like Asana allow you to keep track of goals, deadlines, and tasks. Check to see if they rent out conference rooms. Prezi allows you to create and present your presentations online. Have a hotel in town?

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

Be mindful of your end goal – you need to tie in your request for L&D to your current position and how it will prepare you and your boss for the future. Will the request tie in with one of your appraisal goals? Internal & External Training: The first external conference that I ever attended was Square Meal Venues and Events.

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Tips for the Traveling Administrative Professional

Office Dynamics

Even if you are going to be traveling for a conference, look for an open window where you’ll be able to get out of the hotel and do a little sightseeing. Post on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter to see if people have tips for sights and restaurants in your destination. Create an Itinerary. Packing Your Bags.