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Nature Magazine on The Future of Work
Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 26, 2017
This quote comes from a comment provided by Yuval Noah Harari , historian and best-selling author of Sapiens and Homo Deus, in Nature magazine.
A day in the life: Catherine Pile, ELLE Magazine
Practically Perfect PA
MAY 5, 2015
I am the PA to Luxury Publishing Director in the magazine world of ELLE, ELLE Deco and Harpers Bazaar & Town and Country! I check all emails and the diary for the day, I live in Northampton so I have a 45 minute train commute into London which gives me plenty of time!
Some training suggestions for assistants
Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2013
Quite often I am asked which courses I would recommend for assistants that are just starting in the profession and want to undertake some training to increase their skills and help them move up the career ladder. All of this means that we must, must, must attend training courses.
Administrative Training Sources – Friends of Office Dynamics
Office Dynamics
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
We recently posted a blog that listed free training sources we provide; 6 Free Training Sources for Administrative and Executive Assistants. Executive Secretary Magazine– Lucy Brazier.
6 Free Training Sources for Administrative and Executive Assistants
Office Dynamics
NOVEMBER 10, 2018
It is no secret that Joan Burge and the Office Dynamics team believes in continuous education and training so we wanted to provide you with several resources that give you access to free education and training. We’ve posted past webinars, trainings, Facebook Fridays, and more!
Executives and Assistants Working In Partnership Guide Giveaway Winner
Office Dynamics
SEPTEMBER 29, 2015
Thank you to all who participated in our contest in collaboration with Executive Secretary Magazine for a free copy of the soon-to-be-released Guide, Executives and Assistants Working in Partnership.
Executives and Assistants are Struggling Today
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 1, 2015
[This article was originally posted at Executive Secretary Magazine.]. There is no greater relationship in the workplace than that of an executive and an Assistant. I can honestly say that because of my experience in the administrative profession for 20 years in a variety of organizations.
Getting buy in from the boss
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 10, 2017
If you request to attend a Training Day and they say that time away from the office is the main issue, then you need to make the conference seem as undisruptive as possible. Internal & External Training. Magazine Subscriptions.
Resources for assistants
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 9, 2012
There are loads of websites, training providers and magazines out there for assistants and some are definitely better than others! Magazines. The magazine is published bi-monthly and is full of interesting articles and statistics for assistants. Pin It.
August 7th Treasure Your Customers day
Make or Break Moments
AUGUST 7, 2010
I first learned about Treasure your Customer Day from Entrepreneur magazine in 2006. It has been since I sold magazines and Camp Fire Girls candy door to door as a kid.
Personal Growth Is Your Responsibility
Office Dynamics
APRIL 7, 2015
This may mean attending training programs to increase your skills. Very often your companies will pay for these courses if your employer sees the benefit to the company for you to have the training.
More resources for assistants
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 10, 2012
In my last blog I wrote about the resources that are available for assistants and administrators in the form of magazines and websites. Again the membership includes a twice yearly magazine, networking events and a LinkedIn Group. Pin It.
Revolutionary Insights Into Self-Leadership for Administrative Professionals
Office Dynamics
JUNE 22, 2016
Executive Secretary Magazine and social profiles. The How and Why of Creating a Career Portfolio (Executive Secretary Magazine Article). This is a replay of the free webinar offered June 2016 titled Revolutionary Insights Into Self-Leadership (for administrative professionals).
12 Days of Christmas Webinar: The Accelerated Assistant
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 6, 2016
OfficePRO Magazine (Mentioned by attendees during the chat in webinar). In our program today we talked about seven ways to become an accelerated assistant. Below you will find our replay link, program notes, certificate download and access to our deal of the day.
More resources for assistants
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 10, 2012
In my last blog I wrote about the resources that are available for assistants and administrators in the form of magazines and websites. Again the membership includes a twice yearly magazine, networking events and a LinkedIn Group. Pin It.
Using social media to empower Assistants
Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 20, 2016
By doing this you will become aware of what is going on in your industry & profession, potential training / conferences, networking associations, publications to read, awards to enter etc. Tweetchats – are you aware of Executive Secretary Magazine’s free weekly tweetchat #adminchat ?
12 Days of Christmas Webinar: Must-Have Skills for 2017
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 14, 2016
Resilience Article by Joan Burge (Executive Secretary Magazine). The Revolutionary Assistant Article by Joan Burge (Executive Secretary Magazine). What are the eight must-have skills for executive and administrative assistants for today?
12 Days of Christmas Webinar: Riding the Wave of Change
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 7, 2016
SUCCESS Magazine. In this program we continue the festivities of the 12 Days of Christmas Webinar Series with our topic, Riding the Wave of Change. Joan shares ten great tips to help you with change.
OFFICE DYNAMICS CONFERENCE RECAP PART I: AN EVENT OF DISTINCTION BEGINS
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 10, 2014
Once each group turned in their creation, we had an opportunity to learn about IYOTSA — the International Year of the Secretary and Assistant from Lucy Brazier, CEO of Marcham Publishing which produces both Executive Secretary Magazine and The VA Magazine.
A Collage of Success Tips
Office Dynamics
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
This event was hosted by Success magazine. I have been reading Success magazine for years and find every issue is packed with valuable information and tons of inspiration! Admin Assistant Training Career Management Interpersonal Skills Leadership Motivators Productivity Self DevelopmentI just got back from a great 2 day event called Success Live. Maybe you saw my Facebook post … or not.
Today’s Admin Needs to Become a Mobile Office Pro
Office Dynamics
APRIL 25, 2016
Note: Subscribe to Executive Secretary Magazine , and read my detailed article on Clearing Up The Fog Around Cloud Storage , in the January, 2016 issue. Flipboard, a customizable app that displays the news in a magazine style layout.
12 Days of Christmas Webinar: Question and Answer with Joan Burge
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 5, 2016
Executive Secretary Magazine. We’ve been having a holly, jolly, super fun and festive time with our 12 Days of Christmas Webinar Series event. In this Day 3 webinar we wore our ugly sweaters and took questions from our live audience about the administrative profession.
Own Your Story: Past, Present and Future
Office Dynamics
APRIL 9, 2016
Join the blog-a-thon in honor of administrative professionals and be entered to win some awesome prizes (like a subscription to Executive Secretary Magazine !).
10 Must Follow Admin Resources On Twitter
Office Dynamics
JULY 9, 2014
In fact, there is an event called #AdminChat that’s just for assistants – a free event that happens with a select resource, weekly, hosted by Executive Secretary Magazine (another phenomenal administrative resource). Twitter was founded March 21, 2006.
Thank you for joining our Admin Blog-a-thon, what’s next?
Office Dynamics
APRIL 30, 2015
Here’s a recap of just some of the amazing things that went on this year in celebration of you, Administrative Professionals: Executive Secretary Magazine sent out daily gifts from a variety of organizations specifically for administrative professionals learning benefit.
7 Strategies to Speak Up to Get Results
Office Dynamics
APRIL 12, 2016
Clients include Microsoft, Boeing, P&G and her work has been featured in Success and Working Mother Magazines. The following post was originally published at ColetteCarlson.com and is shared with permission from the author. “I’ve
Great resources for assistants on Twitter
Practically Perfect PA
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
vaclassroom: Passionate about web marketing and online training. A training centre for virtual assistants and online professionals. Lucybrazier: Owner of Executive Secretary Magazine and the VA magazine. PitmanTraining: Great training provider for assistants across the UK.
Why I think we should kill multitasking.
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 19, 2015
– Darren Hardy, Publisher of SUCCESS Magazine. Kill multitasking! Juggle with precision focus. As I perform seminars throughout North America in every kind of business you can think of, I often encounter people who are proud that they can multitask.
The Perfect Gift for Everyone in Your Office
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 15, 2016
With this membership, he’ll also get a subscription to ESPN the Magazine. Happy cheerful colleagues celebrating christmas party in office smiling giving presents.
Consider Yourself A Leader
Office Dynamics
AUGUST 12, 2014
Joan Burge, Founder and CEO, Office Dynamics International recently shared her take on the administrative professionals role as leaders in Executive Secretary Magazine. This question is for you if you’re in an administrative role. Doyou consider yourself a leader?
Love Your Career
Office Dynamics
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
When I was about 10 or 11, I went from house to house in our neighborhood selling my Mom’s used magazines. Since 1990, I have had a wonderful career in training, writing, coaching and professional speaking. Admin Assistant Training Career Management Motivators Self Development UncategorizedI have always been a “career-minded” woman since I was a little girl. When I got a little older, I went to work at my uncle’s beauty salons in Cleveland, OH.
Assistant Certifications: free webinar replay & handout
Office Dynamics
MARCH 12, 2015
It is very hard for small business to find the money to support training. I wrote an article called Getting To Yes that outlines the steps you need to take to persuade your executive to support your training. Check out Lucy Brazier and her publication, Executive Secretary Magazine.
5 Weight Loss Mistakes Women Should Stop Making
Dumb Little Man
DECEMBER 26, 2013
And as much as I'm a fan of strength training, eating well and doing things in life that makes me happy, it makes me sad to see every day in my career that us women almost always do the wrong things when trying to lose weight. I lift weights. I do some sort of cardio.
How Administrative Professionals Can Prepare for the Office of the Future
Office Dynamics
APRIL 5, 2016
This article was originally published in Executive Secretary Magazine and shared with permission by OfficeTeam and it’s author. by Brandi Britton, district president, OfficeTeam.
Service Untitled» Blog Archive » Look after your staff and they.
Service Untitled
OCTOBER 29, 2010
Here are some suggestions: Initiate high quality training programs. Service Untitled The blog about customer service and the customer service experience.
Little Choices Make Big Impact
Office Dynamics
AUGUST 4, 2014
For more on how to make better little choices, check out one of my favorite books by Darren Hardy, Publisher of SUCCESS Magazine, The Compound Effect. “Most people are as happy as they make up their minds to be.” – Abraham Lincoln. Little Choices Make Big Impact. It’s a little choice.
Tips for Staying Motivated and On Track
Office Dynamics
JUNE 2, 2014
When you read any books, articles, or magazines about highly successful people, you see that they did not have it easy. BIG Staying Power: Never Give Up. Hello Monday Motivators! Welcome to June. The year will soon be half over and so now comes the big test.
EMEA East – Personal Branding Q&A
Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 5, 2012
As I said earlier personal assistants tend to fall into the job and then don’t see the benefit of training or improving their skills. Before I started the blog I did subscribe to a few assistant magazines but really didn’t find the majority of the articles helpful.
7 Ways to Position Yourself as an Admin Leader
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 14, 2019
I eventually started my own company providing career coaching and training—and the rest is history! Executive Secretary magazine is a very popular, global admin-specific publication and it’s a great place to submit your first inquiry.
EMEA East – Personal Branding Q&A
Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 5, 2012
As I said earlier personal assistants tend to fall into the job and then don’t see the benefit of training or improving their skills. Before I started the blog I did subscribe to a few assistant magazines but really didn’t find the majority of the articles helpful.
Hearing the Message
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 15, 2014
She was profiled in the March 2012 issue of Executive Secretary magazine, and has guest-blogged for All Things Admin®, Office Dynamics®, and the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD). Hearing the Message.
World Administrators Summit and finding your tribe
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 17, 2017
If anything the amount of online resources, blogs, PA clubs, networking groups, magazines, award ceremonies, conferences, associations and everything in between is growing! There are a lot of organisations offering you guys training and advice on your career.
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