Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 22, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 22 April, 2009 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! I am speaking this morning at an administrative event so looking forward to meeting some new assistants. ► June (3) ► May (7) ▼ April (4) New Hire Overload Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2020

First, I have been entrenched in the administrative profession for 50 years. Office Dynamics specifically focuses on training and development for administrative professionals of all levels. This is a very exciting time for the administrative professional. The issue with this is that leaders should not be doing so.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 13, 2020

As many of my regular readers already know, I am a proud former administrative professional. I have a deep admiration and appreciation for those who dedicate themselves to support roles, which is one of the reasons I now focus a large part of my corporate training business on working with administrative teams.

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The Office Professionals Place

APRIL 22, 2015

And that is correct, but many may have forgotten that today is also Administrative Professionals’ Day. All those except administrative professionals, of course. How about the time you almost forgot to send the email without an attachment? Today is a day of recognition, did you get recognized?

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 18, 2018

In a world where people think multitasking is a valued skill, it isn’t. I can’t tell you how many times I observe administrative assistants at their workplace, at their desk, and they jump from an “A” priority to a “C” priority just because someone handed it to them or emailed their request.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 20, 2024

CONNECT WITH LEAH, MALLORY, and JESS Leah on LinkedIn Mallory on LinkedIn Jess on LinkedIn ABOUT LEAH Leah Miltchin Carson is a career administrative professional and recent graduate of the Nova Chief of Staff certification course. Join my email list here if you want to get an email when a new episode goes live.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 16, 2019

You want to be successful in your job as an administrative professional, but you feel your writing may not be as good as it should. In reports and email messages, are bullet points or paragraphs more common? Refresh your writing skills by consulting reference and business writing books. Be specific—e.g.,

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

What is most interesting is that administrative professionals are the ones who are very involved in their executive’s travels yet are not road warriors. While these were written for our administrative professional conference attendees, they can apply to any trip you may whether it be a business trip or vacation.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

What is most interesting is that administrative professionals are the ones who are very involved in their executive’s travels yet are not road warriors. While these were written for our administrative professional conference attendees, they can apply to any trip you may whether it be a business trip or vacation.

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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. Connection brings comfort and control.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2017

I absolutely loved Joan Burge’s article, Core Admin Skills Always Need Improving ! The principle she discussed of renewing and improving core skills is closely related to what Steven Covey calls “Sharpening the Saw”: the deliberate improvement of our tools to help us become more effective. Lay the Foundation.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Chandra talks about managing a team of administrative professionals, networking, navigating change at work, and more. Join my email list here if you want to get an email when a new episode goes live. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2017

As an administrative professional, you need to be productive and organized wherever you go. Just forward your confirmation emails to the app (hotel, rental car, airline tickets, etc.), Designed by Freepik. This is the second article in a two-part series on productivity apps for admins by Julie Perrine. You can read part 1 here.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Simply email me with Chiasmus Collection in the subject line. Email it to me to add to this Chiasmus Collection. Barbara McNichol is passionate about helping administrative professionals add power to their pen. My contribution to the joy of words is a 4-page Chiasmus Collection I’d like to share. Ray Bradbury.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 26, 2016

Regardless of your job title, intelligence level or personal skill set, there is one certainty that always holds true: You simply cannot achieve your vision of greatness (whatever it may be) without the help of other people. Send them an email of thanks, good job, and high five! And copy of their manager. Or take them to lunch.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 21, 2016

In the modern business world, email is a constant force pressing upon us. Email isn’t restricted to typical working hours. While this is completely normal at the Executive level, it’s less standard in the Administrative world. Executives – Email Around The Clock from Office Dynamics on Vimeo.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 20, 2018

Whenever you write something—a report, proposal, or sensitive email—you naturally don a writer’s hat. Barbara McNichol is passionate about helping administrative professionals add power to their pen. But don’t stop there. You’re not finished! It’s time to scrutinize and then fine-tune what you’ve crafted.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2018

More and more, administrative professionals are asking my opinion on having a certification. I have seen young people in the profession who are smart, bright and great administrative or personal executive assistants who are very successful. The need for interpersonal skills is at an all-time high and its prominence will grow.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 12, 2019

Suppose you’re writing a sensitive email, article, or letter—one that’s extremely important in your world. Want more writing tips to hone your skills and advance your career? Barbara McNichol is passionate about helping administrative professionals add power to their pen.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2019

While everyone must competently use today’s information technology tools, too many of us are ignoring the proven importance and effectiveness of interpersonal communication skills. This especially applies in an email. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Take your time to craft your message.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2016

Office Dynamics often surveys managers and high-level executives as to the skills, attitudes, and behaviors that are most important for an assistant to possess. Communication skills, both oral and written, are a must-have. Technological skills are a must-have to keep up with the pace and dynamics of the job. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 2, 2018

To receive a one-page chart that shows at a glance which pronouns to use where in a sentence, email me with “Proper Pronouns” in the subject line. Barbara McNichol is passionate about helping administrative professionals add power to their pen. Clue: Look for the referring word that precedes the pronoun.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

What is most interesting is that administrative professionals are the ones who are very involved in their executive’s travels yet are not road warriors. While these were written for our administrative professional conference attendees, they can apply to any trip you may whether it be a business trip or vacation.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 4, 2019

If you are an Administrative Professional looking for your questions to be answered by your peers, then this is the place for you! This is the best blog for advice for administrative assistants and executive assistants provided by Office Dynamics International. This week Renee C. This week Renee C.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Working with an Administrative Professional can be like having a personal SWAT team on speed dial. Learn how one well-matched Administrative Professional can deliver 2X the results in half the time. Schedule a call with Worxbee to discover what type of administrative Professional is right for you.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

I have over 20 years of administrative professional experience and proud of my personal and professional accomplishments, yet the conference provided new perspectives, opportunities to talk with others in my chosen field and a reminder to embrace my unique talents and skills. The conference was a game changer for me.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

You’ll find it works for all kinds of writing—emails, reports, manuscripts, and more. Barbara McNichol is passionate about helping administrative professionals add power to their pen. We need to appreciate and understand the factors affecting the time and place. The “Pick One” Principle. Give them a break.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

Another boundary you might need to set is your accessibility after hours to your leader as far as emails go. One administrative assistant, who’ll I’ll call Sue for anonymity reasons, said that originally her manager did not expect her to check business emails and take action on non-work hours. This is becoming a huge problem.

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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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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In this chapter, I cover tactics for managing your own email inbox, as well as your executive’s. Of course, I’d love to hear your email tips and tricks as I’m always down to get more efficient and productive, so please reach out! LEADERSHIP QUOTE Email is the gateway drug of work; Slack is the crack.

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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. Minute taking is a skill that great admins should develop. Editor, Administrative Professional Today. View this online.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 14, 2015

April 14, 2015 / PRNewswire / — With Administrative Professionals Week ( April 19-25 ) approaching, many members of the office support team will receive special acknowledgment for their contributions. Prepare a handwritten thank-you note or copy senior executives on an email about a worker’s accomplishment.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

Good communication skills. Organization skills. Interpersonal communication skills. Excellent calendaring skills. Excellent time management skills. Professional presence. Great networking skills. Analytical forward thinking skills. Top Assistants List Qualities Of A Great Assistant.

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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. Demonstrate your leadership skills. And it is changing again as executives recognize that administrators aren’t just for typing emails or making travel plans. What’s in a name?

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All Things Admin

APRIL 5, 2022

Administrative Professionals Week (April 24 – 30, 2022) is an excellent time to show your admin team how much you appreciate their hard work and dedication, especially as they have weathered the global health crisis of the past couple years. Online skills training. Sending an animated electronic card is another fun option.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

This year’s Office Dynamics’ Stellar Assistant Conference provided professional topics and presenters such as Judi Moreo, Susan Shultz, Debbie Gross and Joan Burge herself, among others, it also included Lisa Olsen who shared her fun emcee skills and passion for the profession. Personal and Professional Growth.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 12, 2009

Believe it or not, managers needs to be trained and coached on how to work effectively with administrative professionals. This is a great opportunity to use your persuasion skills! You will learn how to: Let your guard down and allow your assistant to handle your emails. And the majority of managers don't know this.

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