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Qualities Of A Great Assistant

Office Dynamics

Many times in my live workshops and seminars for executive and administrative assistants, I ask the participant to create a list of qualities, attributes, and attitudes of star-performing assistants. What qualities do assistants think you need to be a great assistant? Over the years, I have collected more than 300 ideas.

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E-mail Blunders Cost Approx. $450,000 a Year

Office Dynamics

I have included several of these in my workshops for admins on e-mail etiquette and protocol. Maybe you want to get a copy.). I’m sure you can relate to many of the ones they sited. Inaccurate or vague subject line. • No specific action step. Incomplete information. • Too much information. Harsh or demanding tone. Excessive volume.

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E-mail Blunders Cost Approx. $450,000 a Year

Office Dynamics

I have included several of these in my workshops for admins on e-mail etiquette and protocol. Maybe you want to get a copy.). I’m sure you can relate to many of the ones they sited. Inaccurate or vague subject line. • No specific action step. Incomplete information. • Too much information. Harsh or demanding tone. Excessive volume.

Etiquette 100
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All the free training we offer in one place!

Office Dynamics

We offer high level coaching, onsite workshops, an annual conference for administrative excellence, an executive assistant boot camp and more. Part of what we do is provide tools and services to administrative professionals to enhance the quality of their work-life that promote administrative excellence.

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Do Not Disturb - Training In Progress

Professional Assistant Blog

If you are on a training course via your computer (WebEx) and listening in to the presenter, you want your full attention on the seminar or workshop that you are attending at your cubicle. Its inevitable, but its part of your job description.

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Assistant Certifications: free webinar replay & handout

Office Dynamics

Skillsoft has been around for years and they have a plethora of courses and workshops. There were several public seminar companies whose 1 day workshops I attended and I did learn some good tips. What about taking advantage of training from Skillsoft or an employee training through your company? I just felt it wasn’t enough!

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Productive Networking: 22 Ideas to Organize Business Cards for Effective Followup

Stephanie LH Calahan

And workshops or seminars are separated by the name of the trainer, especially if it was a big training event that lasted a few days. I do as I advise people when I consult on business and social media etiquette. Image And Etiquette Consulting & Public Speaker. Women's groups in another.