Eat Your Career

MAY 11, 2020

In fact, they are often administrative professionals who have little to no training. This is one area of professional development that you can’t afford to ignore. And without training, it’s only a matter of time before it overwhelms you. You become a more well-rounded professional.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 19, 2019

Overflowing with secrets, tips, and tools of the profession, this book is a ready resource created by those who “walk the walk and talk the talk” of the complex administrative professional role. This book for administrative and executive assistants is filled with road maps for success, scoring quizzes, real-life stories and examples.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JANUARY 30, 2022

In this episode, I share an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant , where my friend Jillian Hufnagel wrote about goal setting for executive assistants and administrative professionals. What if your stretch goals distract you from getting your job done?

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 21, 2017

Administrative professionals are always asking us what it takes to really stand out in the workplace. It will boost your confidence and your professional presence. Hone Your Professional Trademark. These three words are what people think when they hear Joan’s name—it’s her professional trademark, you might say.

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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.”

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 14, 2019

I am confident in my skills and aware of my weaknesses. This, in turn, has gotten me invited to the table, as an active participant, confidant, and leader. What it means to be a World Class Assistant™: You’re a career-minded administrative professional looking to build powerful partnerships with your executive(s) and organization.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 3, 2018

Unfortunately, burnout is real, it’s draining, emotional, stressful and typically affects both professional and personal lives. As an administrative professional for the past 20 plus years, I have learned how important it is to avoid burnout in one of the largest career fields in the world.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 26, 2016

For years, Joan Burge has taught Administrative Professionals how to break into the management inner circle by embracing a powerful set of professional principles. In this month’s webinar, Joan is talking to a special guest, Peggy Vasquez, a successful Administrative Professional and author of “Not Just an Admin.”

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

In this episode, I share an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant , where I share a bit about my journey from no network, to a thriving network of assistants all over the world. My book – The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 17, 2014

After many requests, the editors of the Administrative Professional Today newsletter have produced a webinar to take your minute-taking skills beyond the basic level to master minute taker. Fight against your fear of taking minutes and learn to do it properly and with confidence. Advanced Minute Taking Workshop.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 17, 2014

After many requests, the editors of the Administrative Professional Today newsletter have produced a webinar to take your minute-taking skills beyond the basic level to master minute taker. Fight against your fear of taking minutes and learn to do it properly and with confidence. Advanced Minute Taking Workshop.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 31, 2020

A stellar event can be transformative for an administrative assistant. If you pick the right event, you’ll see your assistant come back more confident, capable, and eager. Consider sending your assistant to a workshop, conference, or designation course. A top-tier assistant can make your life easier.

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Go Burrows

OCTOBER 17, 2021

In this episode, I share an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant , where I talk about how executive assistants can cultivate a deep-rooted confidence. I hope this episode helps you develop the confidence of a game-changing, Leader Assistant.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2018

A willingness to learn and confidence to teach creates the roadmap to keeping our professional world evolving and relevant. There are a variety of ways administrative professionals and the companies they work for can support multigenerational communication and cross-mentoring. We are all contributors to that mapping.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

Do you wish you were more confident? Administrative Professionals Week and April is the perfect time to think about your career as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, and secretary. More assertive? A better communicator? Better managing conflict? The mind is attracted to what you put in front of you.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2014

by Joan Burge, Jasmine Freeman and Nancy Fraze continues to make the Amazon best seller list in it’s category of Secretarial Aids and Training. Whether you have been in the administrative field for 20 minutes or 20 years, this book is a “must” resource you will refer to again and again! Infuses life with confidence!

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

I am very fortunate in that I get to read fabulous letters from executives touting the behavior changes they see in their executive or administrative assistants after attending our Star Achievement Series® course. More confidence when addressing conflict in a way that leverages relationships. Very aware of organizational priorities.

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Eat Your Career

JUNE 12, 2017

It makes sense that employers are willing to pay a bit more for administrative professionals who have already proven their advanced proficiency in these areas. Some people enjoy the process of certification because it enhances their confidence and allows them to connect with other like-minded professionals.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Minute takers must have the confidence to be able to speak up in a meeting (where appropriate) and clarify points. These skills are transferable into other parts of an administrator’s role. This guest post was written by Robyn Bennett, Director, Team Link Training Ltd, New Zealand. Assertiveness. Organisation.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 10, 2017

The disadvantage of being a good shorthand typist in a meeting is that you can fall into the trap of taking too much down because you’ve been trained to take verbatim minutes. As long as you feel confident and comfortable, I think whatever tools you use to take minutes is a personal choice. And that includes shorthand.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 9, 2023

But I do train on the topic of project management, and I manage a lot of projects on behalf of my clients. Like many of you reading or watching this, I also managed projects (in an unofficial capacity) throughout my career as an administrative professional. As you may know, I am a big advocate for professional certification.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

I have been in the adult education/learning/training business for 24 years, mostly working with administrative professionals of all walks of life. Gain the knowledge and confidence to continue providing a new level of support as well as bring back new ideas when you return from your learning event with a fresh perspective.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

Many executives have never been trained on how to properly leverage the talents of their support staff. They need clear, confident instructions. As you demonstrate confidence, their confidence in you will grow. Then, ask explicitly for the trust required to make that happen. Be assertive.

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Eat Your Career

AUGUST 19, 2024

In the interest of full disclosure, I will share that I was previously heavily involved with the PACE certification program (provided through the American Society of Administrative Professionals). I consider PACE one of many credible learning options for administrative professionals.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 23, 2015

Your board should include trusted confidants who have an interest in your professional and personal success. She is the founder and CEO of All Things Admin , a company dedicated to developing and providing breakthrough products, training, mentoring, and resources for administrative professionals worldwide.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 12, 2014

This question is for you if you’re in an administrative role. Administrative professionals and executiveassistants often see themselves in their supportroles as being non-leaders. Is it your confidence? Doyou consider yourself a leader? Nothing, however,could be further from the truth! Your power suit?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 17, 2008

I once worked for a company where anyone who needed help in a certain area could call on one of their senior administrative assistants, trainers or IT specialists who would come to your desk and walk you through a problem. We called this “at your side” training. It will give the mentor confidence in you. Be patient.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JANUARY 16, 2022

But understanding your motivation for professional development is important. Speaking of, if you’re looking for some ways to grow, check out the following resources for your personal and professional development: The Leader Assistant Premium Membership. Live and Online Training Events at LeaderAssistantLive.com.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 28, 2023

As an administrative professional, you’ve spent years (or even decades) supporting your executive and keeping the office running smoothly. You need to document your key processes and responsibilities so that your successor can step into the position with confidence. Now you’re finally retiring from the workforce.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 7, 2024

Rebecca Afful is an Administrative Professional with over a decade of experience in executive support and office management. Rebecca also founded the Administrative Professionals Network of Ghana. A platform that provides opportunities for Administrative Professionals to learn and network.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2015

The Future of the Administrative Profession – Surviving or Thriving? Changing the Lives of Administrative Professionals Since 1990. Before the crisis, the administrative profession operated differently. Training budgets were ample; opportunity for advancement sparkled like diamonds for the taking.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 24, 2015

When you are trying to create change, whether in a process or for the administrative community in your organization, it is much easier to be persuasive when there is a group. When administrative professionals work together, there is less duplication, resulting in savings to the company and increased profitability.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 30, 2012

After many requests, the editors of the Administrative Professional Today newsletter have produced a webinar to take your minute taking skills beyond the basic level to master minute taker. Fight against your fear of taking minutes and learn to do it properly and with confidence. Editor, Administrative Professional Today.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

Professional presence. If you want to hear the real secrets of star-performing assistants, join our free webinar on June 4 called The Star Performer’s Secret Sauce: 25 Proven Tips to Administrative Excellence! Organization skills. Team player. Interpersonal communication skills. Detail oriented. Positive, can-do attitude. Accountable.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 16, 2014

As Joan explained, neither her career, nor this signature annual gathering, is about “training” — it’s about making work lives substantially BETTER for administrative professionals in every stage of their careers, and carving out the administrative path as a career of choice for high-performing and high-potential individuals.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 1, 2012

She has also held a board member position for the last two years with the Administrative Professionals Conference (APC) and is certified to teach both the Level I and Level II Star Achievement Series an administrative program. The Next Generation Administrative Professional.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 17, 2014

After many requests, the editors of the Administrative Professional Today newsletter have produced a webinar to take your minute-taking skills beyond the basic level to master minute taker. Fight against your fear of taking minutes and learn to do it properly and with confidence. Advanced Minute Taking Workshop.

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