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5 Reasons Why You Need Emotional Intelligence

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Nearly all HR managers (95 percent) and employees (99 percent) surveyed by OfficeTeam said it’s important for staff to have strong emotional intelligence. In a nutshell, emotional intelligence is the ability to identify and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. Why You Need It . There’s a Webinar for That.

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How Administrative Professionals Can Prepare for the Office of the Future

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by Brandi Britton, district president, OfficeTeam. This article was originally published in Executive Secretary Magazine and shared with permission by OfficeTeam and it’s author. You’ll see how you can get involved and grow your administrative skills. Event planning. Event planning. Lastly, take the initiative.

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What I Learned From 450 Revolutionary Assistants in Las Vegas

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It was the first time my company OfficeTeam was participating in the event. She started as a temporary professional with OfficeTeam, honing her skills and knocking down challenges one by one. OfficeTeam and I will also continue to do whatever we can to further the charge! Written by Brandi Britton.

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The Skills You Need to be Great Boss

On The Job

Here's a story I did for Gannett/USA Today on what to do if you're interested in moving into the management ranks. Managers often are portrayed as incompetent nincompoops or royal jerks who should be locked in their cars and never allowed to interact with human beings again. People often forget that managers have managers," he says.

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Giving Credit Where It's Due

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April 17, 2013 - - For many executives, one key to their success is no secret: It''s their administrative assistant, a new OfficeTeam survey confirms. Nearly all ( 94 percent ) of senior managers interviewed said their administrative professional is important to their success at work. MENLO PARK, Calif., Somewhat important 50%.

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Are Professional Certifications Worth It?

Eat Your Career

For example, a recent OfficeTeam survey of the administrative profession found that employers pay up to 8% more on average (in the U.S.) Possessing it demonstrates expert-level mastery of the skills required to leverage systems like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Sometimes, yes, but not necessarily. That’s how you earn the rewards.

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Holiday Party Do or Don't Attend?

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Check out this recent story from Officeteam on this very subject. OfficeTeam Survey: Attendance Optional at Company Holiday Party, Most Executives Say. Not necessarily, according to a new OfficeTeam survey. Respondents to this question included 856 senior managers whose companies host holiday celebrations. Work the room.

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