19 Key Competencies for Administrative Professionals
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 18, 2023
Learn the 19 key competencies that are essential for success as an administrative professional in the modern workplace.
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Focusing on Providing Exceptional Service as an Administrative Professional
Office Dynamics
JULY 25, 2019
I have shared several discussions about this topic with my peers throughout my years as an administrative professional. Stating facts about your performance is a form of professionalism and confidence. Strive for your personal best by providing exceptional service in your personal and professional life.
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Tips for the Traveling Administrative Professional
Office Dynamics
APRIL 24, 2017
Administrative professionals are the superheroes of travel planning. Even superheroes need the day off and our goal is to help you make the most of it. TRAVO is a trip planning and booking tool created specifically for administrative professionals. Their only kryptonite? Themselves.
Dana’s Administrative Professional Advice – Ask an Admin
Office Dynamics
APRIL 10, 2019
From Ernan: When we created Ask an Admin we had hopes that we’d get questions from administrative professionals having trouble finding answers to their problems. We also hoped that we’d get answers from administrative assistants and executive assistants that wanted to help.
New Training and Resources to Office Dynamics in 2019
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 17, 2019
Office Dynamics International is the global industry leader in the development and presentation of sophisticated executive and administrative assistant training, coaching, and resources. Ask an Admin will be a weekly post on our blog that presents a question that you or a fellow administrative professional submitted to us.
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Ep 152: Goals for Executive Assistants and Administrative Professionals
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
JANUARY 30, 2022
Goal setting can be intimidating. Will you set goals you can’t reach? Will you set goals that are too easy and show your executive you’re not ambitious enough? What if your stretch goals distract you from getting your job done? Download Jillian’s FREE Goal Setting Template. JillianHufnagel.com.
International Women’s Day 2020 – A Message From Julie Reed
Office Dynamics
MARCH 6, 2020
In a recent interview, I was asked, “What motivates you to be an Administrative Professional Trainer and Coach”? Joan Burge , Founder & CEO of Office Dynamics International, is known as the pioneer of the administrative training industry. Sunday, March 8. I made it clear: I am passionate about my career of choice.
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Happy Administrative Professionals Week
Office Dynamics
APRIL 21, 2012
Dear friends and colleagues, Please allow me to be one of the first to wish you a Happy Administrative Professionals Week! I suggest taking a few moments to assess your professional goals by writing them down. Pursue certification or training? Join a professional association? Is it time to find a mentor?
Creative Thinking Administrative Professional
Office Dynamics
APRIL 8, 2012
Annual Blog-a-thon for Administrative Professionals. We are holding 4th Annual Blog-a-thon for the Administrative Profession. To learn more about the blog-a-thon and how you can win great prizes check out the Administrative Professional's Blog-a-thon Page for the full message. Welcome to the Who Took My Pen.
You Are More Than Administrative Professionals
Office Dynamics
APRIL 21, 2009
Having been married to Joan for almost 33 years and seeing her develop her talents to promote this chosen career path, helping the Administrative Professional achieve recognition, goals, and a stature in the work place community I ask that you take a moment and reflect on what I am about to say. David Burge.
Administrative Professionals Day is coming … are you ready?
Office Dynamics
APRIL 7, 2012
There is one “To Do” your administrative assistant can’t help you with … remembering Administrative Professionals Day, Wednesday, April 25! This book outlines 12 competency areas, such as strategy and workplace philosophy, to help administrative professionals become top performers and maintain their competitive edge.
You Are More Than Administrative Professionals
Office Dynamics
APRIL 21, 2009
Having been married to Joan for almost 33 years and seeing her develop her talents to promote this chosen career path, helping the Administrative Professional achieve recognition, goals, and a stature in the work place community I ask that you take a moment and reflect on what I am about to say. David Burge.
Maximizing Professional Development: How to Create an Annual Training Plan for Your Administrative Team
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 2, 2023
It’s important that administrative professional continually develop their skills and knowledge in order to support the needs of their organization.
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Should I get certified as an administrative professional?
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 31, 2014
Although demand is high for qualified, knowledgeable administrative professionals, it’s easy to get lost in the crowd. Did you know that in the United States alone, there are over 4 million jobs in the administrative field, including those for executive assistants and administrative assistants like yourself?
April 22nd - Administrative Professionals' Day
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 8, 2009
Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Is your office doing anything for Administrative Professionals Day?
Administrative Assistant vs. Executive Assistant: What’s the Difference?
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.
Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 22, 2009
Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Lets enjoy our day together.© Have a great day everyone!
Empowering Tips for the Administrative and Executive Assistant – Part 3
Office Dynamics
JULY 20, 2019
Coordinating mentorship meetings at your company with other administrative professionals not only provides company-specific competency it also encourages productivity. What competencies do you find the most important as an administrative professional and why?
Executive Assistant Training on the Rise
Office Dynamics
JULY 7, 2009
I’m happy to say that we have seen an increase in interest from companies who want to provide some type of training for their administrative professionals later this year. Here are some things you need to keep in mind: Be specific as to what type of training you want. List ways that you will maximize this training.
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Executive Assistant Training on the Rise
Office Dynamics
JULY 7, 2009
I’m happy to say that we have seen an increase in interest from companies who want to provide some type of training for their administrative professionals later this year. Here are some things you need to keep in mind: Be specific as to what type of training you want. List ways that you will maximize this training.
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Writing Meaningful Performance Goals
All Things Admin
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
“What are your goals for the upcoming year?” ” For many administrative professionals, this is the single hardest moment of your annual performance review. But putting these goals into words and describing the specific ways we’ll accomplish them is often easier said than done. Getting Started with Goal Setting.
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How Administrative Professionals Can Prepare for the Office of the Future
Office Dynamics
APRIL 5, 2016
Today’s administrative professionals have anything but an easy and boring job. In recent Office of the Future research from OfficeTeam and the International Association of Administrative Professionals, 50 percent of survey respondents feel they have skills that are not being tapped at work. Event planning. Technology.
18 Books Every Administrative Assistant and Executive Assistant Should Read
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.
What NOT to get your assistant this year for administrative professionals day
Office Dynamics
APRIL 17, 2013
What NOT to get your assistant this year for administrative professionals day. I say capable because I feel that administrative professional’s day is a day about acknowledging someone who does a great job for your organization and deserves a little extra recognition. Congratulations you have an assistant!
Avoid Burnout by Creating Your Own Utopia
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.
Choosing Administrative Training That’s Right for You
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 2, 2016
As 2016 comes to an end, I hope you are working on your goals for your 2017 development. The challenge may come when you realize there are a plethora of training programs, conferences, webinars and other learning events for administrative assistants and executive assistants. Conferences for Administrative Professionals.
Dreams Do Come True
Office Dynamics
APRIL 9, 2018
I am going to be teaching our flagship training program for assistants, the Star Achievement Series ®. In the early days of starting my business, I dreamed of working with this company because in the training industry they are tops! No one trains their employees better than this organization. Set goals and monitor your progress.
Career Goals: Safe In The Harbor Or Setting Sail?
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 21, 2014
I’ve coached many administrative professionals over the years and find that some really prefer to stay safe in their harbors and ride out whatever comes, even though they are unhappy or know that change is coming. Will your organization provide you with what you need to reach your goals? Think About Your Career Goals.
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Teamwork Strategies for Administrative and Executive Assistants
Office Dynamics
APRIL 19, 2017
When administrative professionals work together. So what can you do to promote teamwork and collaboration across your administrative community? Let co-workers know that your concern is for the success of the company—not just successful fulfillment of your job responsibilities or career goals. Gain a new perspective.
Selecting the Conference or Training that is Right for You!
Office Dynamics
FEBRUARY 10, 2010
Because we offer so many learning solutions for administrative professionals and there are other companies also offering administrative seminars, I am frequently asked, "How do I determine what is best for me? Why do I want this training? Can you only attend one conference or training event? I have many choices.".
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Working in Tandem with Your Leader
Office Dynamics
APRIL 30, 2020
One of the most common struggles amongst administrative professionals and their executives is a disconnect. So how can you as an assistant avoid further disruption and work in tandem with your leader to achieve goals?
Selecting the Conference or Training that is Right for You!
Office Dynamics
FEBRUARY 10, 2010
Because we offer so many learning solutions for administrative professionals and there are other companies also offering administrative seminars, I am frequently asked, "How do I determine what is best for me? Why do I want this training? Can you only attend one conference or training event? I have many choices.".
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7 Ways Admins Can Do More Meaningful Work
Eat Your Career
MARCH 4, 2019
As a proud former administrative professional—and a current admin trainer and coach—I believe that support professionals can play an invaluable role in the workplace. There is a wide array of roles that qualify as “administrative” in nature, and a wide variety of people who occupy them.
How to Develop Your Inner Circle, a Webinar Replay with Peggy Vasquez
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.”
7 Goals to Invigorate Your Career in the New Year
All Things Admin
DECEMBER 29, 2022
As the days fly by toward a new year, now is the perfect time to start setting your goals for next year. While that sounds good in theory, it can be a bit more challenging in practice when it comes to putting your goals in print. What are some goals to consider for the upcoming year? Attend a training event or workshop.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 19, 2009
Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets I use a place based in Toronto, Canada called Last Minute Training.
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100 Conference for Administrative Excellence – Gala Event
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 30, 2018
Following a full training day, we reconvened for the Glam and Glitz Gala. Since administrative professionals are usually the ones planning events, managing catering, speakers, binders, and AV/tech, it was wonderful to celebrate their learning achievements through a great event celebrating each of them as a stellar assistant!
Choosing Excellence Every Day
Office Dynamics
MAY 9, 2017
Achieving excellence as an administrative professional is no different. If you have a professional development plan, set aside 30 minutes on Friday to review your goals and make adjustments. For the latter, be sure to also include time to make a personal action plan based on the training. Lay the Foundation.
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Being Resilient During Turbulent Times
Office Dynamics
MAY 14, 2020
How Administrative Professionals Can Adapt and Persevere A positive mindset is only one part of the equation. Certain goals or ideals may no longer be attainable as a result of adverse situations in your life. When things get difficult, and you are not sure how to respond, see yourself as a palm tree.
12 Days of Christmas Webinar: Goal Setting & Branding for 2017
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 2, 2016
In this brief webinar with Office Dynamics, we cover quick and impactful tips on goal setting and branding. Watch the webinar replay, Goal Setting and Branding for 2017. Resources From the Goal Setting Webinar. DOWNLOAD Training In Progress Printable: training-in-progress-sign-office-dynamics. Did you miss Day 1?
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Looking at This Year’s Successes as You Set Next Year’s Goals
All Things Admin
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Your success depends on knowing what you truly want to accomplish before you begin setting goals and pursue achieving them in the new year. Running your career without a strategic administrative career plan is like hopping a plane to Paris without any preparation whatsoever. Your administrative career should not be left to chance.
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Top 9 Communication Tips for Executive and Administrative Assistants
Office Dynamics
APRIL 25, 2019
Ask yourself if your goal is to communicate or to win. When we have conflicting views or opinions, usually our goal is “someone has to win and someone has to lose. The post Top 9 Communication Tips for Executive and Administrative Assistants appeared first on Office Dynamics - Executive And Administrative Assistant Training.
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203 7 Must-Do Actions to be Successful in Your Career as an Administrative Assistant
Office Dynamics
APRIL 5, 2017
Administrative Professionals Week and April is the perfect time to think about your career as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, and secretary. However, my goal is to help them eliminate habits that aren’t serving them well and introduce new processes, procedure and protocol that will help them be more successful.
Today’s Administrative Assistant Has Power
Office Dynamics
APRIL 26, 2017
For the first time in history, the administrative professional’s job description hints at the full engagement of cognitive powers. I often see this in my training classes. The group came up with over 400 ideas which later became the now Amazon-best-seller, Who Took My Pen. Don’t settle for “top of the mind” thinking.
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