Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

I’ve been an executive assistant for several years and I’ve received a lot of training but I’m not a facilitator or a trainer. Mr. W’s confidence in me propelled my performance to a new level. Years later, I was working for Mr. K, by this time I had much more experience and was confident in my capabilities. I’m JUST an admin.”

Negotiating 203

Negotiating Confidence Administrative Professionals Temping 203

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Adam and Jan both have 20+ years experience as former high level international executive assistants. In a fun and supportive learning environment, they will show you how to maximise your success and longevity in the EA profession. Pushing back appropriately and diplomatically – saying ‘no’ with confidence.

2017 164

2017 Social Media Confidence International 164

Workplace Insight

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Building in flexibility within workplace strategy and office design is a way to ensure working environments remain a magnetic destination that support people all year round…but what does this type of flexibility look like? The sensory experiences that the seasons evoke have been explored by poets, musicians, and artists throughout the ages.

Health 111

Health Staples Policies Equipment 111

Success

MARCH 9, 2022

Attitude and actions go a long way in today’s selling environment. Meyer, who began selling insurance six decades ago and rose to the top of his field in a short time, founded Success Motivation International in 1960. Especially in difficult market conditions, Cathcart agrees about the importance of training.

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Goals Training Skills Clothes 258

Allwork

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Microsoft released a new study , where it found that 85% of leaders say that the “shift to hybrid work has made it challenging to have confidence that employees are being productive.” Work from home resulted in a 13% performance increase, due to a combination of fewer sick days, and a quieter and more convenient work environment.

2022 354

2022 2020 Goals Social Media 354

Go Burrows

AUGUST 15, 2021

What was the transition like from working within a church (non-profit) environment and then transitioning to the corporate (for-profit) world? The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. I’m really interested to hear the positives you experienced, challenges you faced, etc. CONNECT WITH ME.

Administrative Professionals 95

Administrative Professionals Confidence Email Google 95

All Things Admin

JUNE 28, 2023

You need to document your key processes and responsibilities so that your successor can step into the position with confidence. Tip 2: Establish a Successor Training Plan Odds are that it will be your job to train your replacement, so collaborate with your executive to come up with a plan as soon as possible.

Administrative Professionals 52

Administrative Professionals Retirement Mentoring Training 52

Success

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

He came face-to-face with these realizations as his neuroscience research and training business began to grow. Often expertise comes from training. Nardi cautions that training and a certain level of expertise are needed to effectively evaluate and act based on personality testing. We get into a zone one of two ways,” he says.

Goals 264

Goals Training AT&T 2016 264

Go Burrows

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

I was truly inspired by Liza’s confidence and joy in spite of the hard times. For international and custom gifting solutions, reach out to the Loop & Tie team here. The secret to her success is how she has created a work environment that is professional, approachable, friendly, and inclusive. CONNECT WITH LIZA.

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Gifts Legal International 2021 80

Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2018

A willingness to learn and confidence to teach creates the roadmap to keeping our professional world evolving and relevant. Attendance to national or international conferences together or individually. Encourage and seek program training from in-house IT employees as a team or individually. Knowledge is power.

2017 178

2017 Administrative Professionals Confidence Retirement 178

Workplace Insight

MARCH 25, 2024

We’ve been building this principle into our own internal development programme (affectionately known as ‘Occupational Dreams’). Give people ownership over their own training programme, including deciding their goals, who they need to help make them happen, and how. But the long-term impact will be well worth it.

Goals 40

Goals Training AT&T Learning 40

All Things Admin

AUGUST 3, 2023

For others, finding the confidence and courage to take action on their ideas is daunting. By learning your overall work style, the type of environment in which you perform best, and how you prefer to approach problem-solving and decision-making, you’re able to set yourself up for success and adapt in any situation. So how do you begin?

Mentoring 52

Mentoring Administrative Professionals Collaborate Environment 52

Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Back in November I had the pleasure of speaking to 50 assistants who were attending a networking event organised by ACE (Assistant Community EMEA), an internal networking group set up by assistants at BlackRock. In all of these circumstance we do need to be able to communicate with them and be confident in what we are saying.

Networking 100

Networking Suppliers Confidence Training 100

Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Many trainings and articles about microaggressions focus on how you can intervene in the moment, which is a crucial part of allyship. In the remote workplace, people may turn off their video because they aren’t engaged, don’t have a home environment they want to show on video, feel excluded, or are burned out from inequities and exclusion.

Skills 114

Skills Assertiveness Confidence 2021 114

Page Personnel

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Mentoring can encourage and give confidence but in many cases, the glass ceiling still exists. There is an increased shift towards high trust, high performance environments and the ‘presenteeism’ attitude of old is decidedly less attractive.

Mentoring 52

Mentoring 2018 2019 2023 52

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

lack confidence. It is your thought process and attitude that controls your internal dragon. You can be a dragon to yourself when you: do not focus on the job. let others damage your attitude. do not see your own potential. take criticism personally. You can do more harm to yourself with negative thinking than any outside dragon.

2018 189

2018 Gossip Goals Confidence 189

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 2, 2017

The keynote speakers – Heather, Mark, Rebecca and Jenny went down an absolute storm with brilliant sessions on NLP, LinkedIn, entrepreneurship and building confidence. We also had the wonderful Simone White speaking about her incredible journey setting up the internal network at BlackRock.

2017 100

2017 2018 2015 Networking 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 12, 2015

This is great news for assistants looking to change roles in 2015 – with plenty of opportunities out there and assistants can be more selective about the type of environment they want to work in. It seems there is a huge appetite for training however we still have issues with our organisation’s paying for us to attend events.

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2015 2014 Social Media Salary 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 22, 2012

The Rundown: The "assistant" role within the office environment has evolved drastically with the ever-increasing reliance on technology. Many organizations (such as the International Association of Administrative Professionals) offer certifications in office skill proficiency. Be confident, not arrogant. Here is their article.

2012 100

2012 AEAP Postal Service Administrative Professionals 100

Admin Awards

DECEMBER 1, 2021

We sat down with an extraordinary group of Admin panelists who spoke on: – Pros and cons of in office, remote and hybrid work environments. – How to build a strong case for a remote work structure as an Administrator. – How to make remote workers feel included and connected . – How to navigate COVID-19 in the workplace. QUIET FRIDAYS.

Policies 52

Policies AT&T Environment Collaborate 52

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

Be confident. To be able to network, you must have confidence. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. In this two-part series, I want to discuss some of the most important components of networking like a pro. Be a good listener. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

Networking 100

Networking Time Zones IAAP International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

So I started to say Yes and it was a real confidence booster. If you keep telling yourself you cant do it, then of course you wont be able to, but if you say I dont know if I can, but I am going to try anyway, or I know I can do that because it was what I was trained for and then go ahead and do it, it will open all kinds of doors for you. (Or

Self Esteem 100

Self Esteem Time Zones IAAP International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

I read something that made me pause, but because I was in a big hurry and felt confident that the other person was covering that base, I let it go. I am not sure if it would have changed the outcome, but at least I would feel confident that I flagged it for my boss. It is wise to take a moment and evaluate the situation.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I just did not have confidence that this person was going to be able to assist me. I always have more confidence something will get done when I see it being written down. Here are some reasons I think managers can get possessive: Im not sure I can trust you.

Management 100

Management Time Zones IAAP International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

If you are the presenter you have to study and know your subject well which helps you to be more confident in what you know and you also gain experience in making presentations which can help you in your career. The web also has anonymity and sometimes people receive information better from people they dont know. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. I will not say I am the perfect minute taker, but it is something I now have confidence in doing. At the end of it, I knew how to take minutes and could write about it. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

I always feel more confident when a new hire asks me a question and gets all the information before proceeding. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. I dont see it as a weakness, but as a strength. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

I am good at some things, but not as confident in other things. There are advantages and disadvantages to either working environment, but I am looking forward to moving to our new open workspace and getting to know my neighbours. You have to be respectful of your neighbours. If you have ever worked in a cube you will know what I mean.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

Buying a new outfit or wearing a freshly dry-cleaned suit will go a long way to increasing your confidence level. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. What about your work space? ► February (5) We did it Canada!

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

I feel confident as I check off each item that things will be done on time. I was wondering what type of experience or training does one need to aquire to support a Board of Directors? It is simply using an on-line calendar with space on each day to enter what needs to be done. No surprises! Choose New. June 16, 2009 Ericasaid.

Agenda 100

Agenda Time Zones IAAP Calendars 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

This is something you really need to experiment with and you will gain more confidence to order less and know there will be enough food. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. ► February (5) We did it Canada!

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP Negotiating International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

I also like people to show confidence by shaking my hand. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Other handshakes felt like they were trying to break mine. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

Time Zones 100

Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

Be selective and go for the job that is the right fit and that you have confidence you can do. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. The same can be said for employees. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

They will have confidence that you have a plan and that things wont slip through the cracks and will be able to relax and let you do your job. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. ► February (5) We did it Canada!

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

It also eases your bosss mind when they see you write it down, it gives them confidence it will be taken care of. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International 2009 100

Service Untitled

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Constantly you should be having interactions and it should just be a never–ending process of learning and growing and getting better and building relationships and having interactions, and that’s the type of environment we want to promote. And you just have to be confident that what you’re doing is that, is the best.

Interviewing 40

Interviewing Customer Service Skills Goals 40

The Shrink for Entrepreneurs

APRIL 10, 2019

In fact, there is a single psychological technique – for making yourself less anxious and less self-conscious – that will strengthen your resolve and armor you with confidence. Your sense of self diminishes when you’re genuinely engaged with your external environment. A bit of training and plenty of time are required.

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Confidence 2014 Training Environment 80