Office Dynamics

MARCH 26, 2018

Communication experts agree that replacing “think/feel” with “believe” expresses even more assertiveness and self-confidence to management, colleagues, and clients: “ I believe you’re right.” There are many, many more examples of this than those I’ve provided. Successful professionals focus on what I call the “language of the positive.”

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Allwork

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Why Some High-Profile Businesses Are Not Backing Down On DEI Companies that actively promote DEI initiatives att ract top talent and foster inclusive, productive environments, in stark contrast to those neglecting such initiatives that consequently struggle with recruiting and retaining skilled professionals. 53% of U.S. While 56% of U.S.

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Success

APRIL 20, 2023

Research supports this claim, as a 2020 study published in Frontiers in Psychology which looked at employees in the banking sector found that workplace happiness—as well as “service-skill use”—had a positive impact on employee performance. A positive work environment benefits both employers and employees, but what does it entail?

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Furthermore, communication—including speaking skills, assertiveness and the ability to read an audience or situation—and appearance contribute to a person’s perceived executive presence. The example had to do with a meeting whereby the assistant did not sound sure of the information when questioned by her executive.

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Success

DECEMBER 28, 2023

He says companies have created this stressful situation for middle managers because when most middle managers are promoted, it’s not because they possess the skills necessary to manage or lead a team. Instead] it’s because they’re high performing skilled employees, committed to the organization.”

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Success

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Or, another example may be prioritizing self-care to decrease work-related stress. Examples of mental boundaries at work might be avoiding office gossip or discussions that aren’t work-appropriate. Examples of mental boundaries at work might be avoiding office gossip or discussions that aren’t work-appropriate.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

More assertive? One great example is an assistant requesting a daily meeting with his or her executive to review the upcoming day’s top priorities and more. See yourself in a new light, starting today! What are your secret dreams and visions for who you want to be or where you want to be a better person at work? A better communicator?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2017

The skills you gain as an administrative professional can easily transfer to other roles. For example, here are a few of the most common roles that may be a great fit for assistants, depending on your skills and interests: Project Manager. Whatever skills you’ll need in your next role, find ways to develop them now.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

Be assertive. When you identify a specific task you can or should take over for your executive, speak up assertively. For example, you may have heard that it’s a best practice for assistants to have full access to their executives’ email inboxes. Then, ask explicitly for the trust required to make that happen.

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Success

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The Importance Of Organization Organizational skills are essential for reducing workplace stress, which affects 44% of employees globally. For example, instead of thinking, “I’ll fail this task because I’m unprepared,” reframe it to, “I can tackle this step-by-step and doing my best will still provide value.”

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My EA Career

JUNE 13, 2019

In the podcast episode I ruminate on the way this is a classic example of male entitlement. The interesting thing is that this socialisation also means we can struggle with asserting ourselves. Instead of being assertive and politely asking mystery male to make a decision and get out of the way, I said nothing.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 4, 2015

Example of a Tweet or Facebook Post: This article changed my life [add your favorite article link] #adminblogathon. For those of you who are participating in our blog-a-thon this April we want to give you even more ways to get entered to win. Announcing BONUS entries with social sharing.

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Success

JANUARY 30, 2024

Unlearning Silence by Elaine Lin Hering It’s a concept Harvard Law School lecturer Elaine Lin Hering , an expert in negotiation, influence and conflict management skills, explores in her upcoming book, Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully. No one said anything about the tyrant and bullying.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

For others, it means moving into a support position for a higher-level executive, assisting a CEO or CFO for example. If you’re still struggling with time management, organization, professional presence, and communication, focus on amplifying your skills in these key areas. There’s no substitution for mastery. Proficiency isn’t enough.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2012

What if you perceive yourself as being assertive but not everyone agrees? You may, for example, be demure when dealing with a group of upper management people. Do you know that some of your skills are not finely honed? Get a copy for every administrative professional in your organization. Are you intimidated?

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 22, 2016

Only a rare few administrative professionals have learned to tap into the power of the most advanced leadership skill. She’s witnessed its power first hand and helped hundreds of administrative professionals hone their self-leadership skills. Leading Boldly…Shining Brightly – Mind Set vs. Skill Set.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

Be prepared to highlight skills and experience related to the specific position’s requirements. Connecting with the job description focuses on the skills you will bring and how they uniquely relate to the position. Connect at least one of your skills and one job requirement that is of most interest to you.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

For example, did you know that changing just a few of the everyday words you use while conducting business can actually enhance people’s positive impressions. There are many, many more examples of this than those I’ve provided. Be even more successful by using these 3 little words.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

This is a huge benefit to you because you grow your skill set. For example, maybe you can think of a better way to spruce up your executive’s PowerPoint presentation. Or often they are thinking about the time they will have to spend to teach you. It also keeps you from getting bored at work, which is the worst thing to happen!

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

I decided to leave my previous employee in June 2010 but was job hunting for 6 months and when I did get the role I am in currently I had to complete a detailed application form, attend three interviews and sit two psychometric tests (for language and numerical skills). You should refer back to your core PA/ EA skills for this one.

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Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Microaffirmation #6: Acknowledge people’s expertise and skill. People with underrepresented identities often find their expertise and skills are regularly questioned and held to higher standards. Make it a point to acknowledge their expertise and skills, and solicit their opinions and ideas.

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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. We have a shed load of skills that have to be kept up to date so that we can do our job effectively. IT training.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 4, 2014

You have a lot of unique skills. Assistants have a lot of unique skills that other professionals do not have. If you take hard skills for example – we have to understand how the latest office technology works, we have to organise events, take minutes, run meetings, write reports and edit documents.

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Success

JULY 31, 2024

She asserts that one significant problem leaders have is not knowing themselves. Recognizing their own dislikes and instinctual behavior patterns affects their leadership skills and leads to biased decisions, making their leadership a reflection of themselves. You have got to understand your triggers.

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Success

DECEMBER 28, 2024

A Deloitte study found that employees work 15% faster and do 73% better when collaborating, while research conducted by Wiley shows that most teams suffer from and arent able to achieve due to a critical interpersonal skills gap, which leads to a lack of trust, commitment, and accountability.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2010

This week was a perfect example of students not being open to what the subject matter expert is trying to teach or communicate. I bet you have an invisible bag of top-notch skills you carry with you. Do you non-assertively offer advice to others? I have been in the training and professional speaking business for almost 20 years.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2010

This week was a perfect example of students not being open to what the subject matter expert is trying to teach or communicate. I bet you have an invisible bag of top-notch skills you carry with you. Do you non-assertively offer advice to others? I have been in the training and professional speaking business for almost 20 years.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

For example, don’t lower yourself to participate in office gossip. One way to control your mind and use your leadership skills it by seeking out motivational and inspirational books, CDs and seminars. You are assertive with a loving heart. Carry yourself with leadership, boldly. Take the high road and have integrity.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

So much of what we do is automatic, like riding a bike, so using my PA skill set really helped me in those initial months. A PA should have excellent judgement and initiative when required; seeking out help from established PAs in the company is a great example of this. Be assertive about what you need and what you can offer.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 3, 2012

As we all know writing minutes is a basic skill for assistants and we have probably written more over the years than Stephen King has writing novels. This is the grammar to use when writing minutes, for example: Nicky Christmas agreed to distribute the minutes as soon as possible. Here is the list: AcknowledgedAgreed On. Brought up.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 3, 2012

As we all know writing minutes is a basic skill for assistants and we have probably written more over the years than Stephen King has writing novels. This is the grammar to use when writing minutes, for example: Nicky Christmas agreed to distribute the minutes as soon as possible. Here is the list: AcknowledgedAgreed OnAgreed to.

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The Office Professionals Place

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

In the office, the expectation is to constantly exhibit decorum, tact, composure, and display knowledge of your skills. Below are examples of five tests you will encounter in your professional career, how will you score? Listen with empathy not sympathy and be assertive in your response. Let them have their words. Seek answers.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 19, 2018

For example, if you ask yourself “Where do I want to go?” Schedule time for getting to know yourself. When the time arrives, ask questions. As you search for answers, avoid knee-jerk responses, which tend to camouflage the truth.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

I’ll give you a perfect example that just happened to me this morning as I was traveling. Some people think when I’m talking about setting boundaries, they have to do with sexual harassment in the workplace. When and where to set boundaries. Boundaries can be set anytime, any place, on anything, and with any person.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2018

If you can think of ways to streamline your job (or the work processes in a department, for example), it’ll improve overall productivity. Here are a few that can help you earn the rewards and recognition you deserve: Boost productivity. That means more can be accomplished in less time – and management is sure to appreciate that. Make money.

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My EA Career

JULY 12, 2020

Managing expectations takes skill and practise. But acquiring this insight takes another of my favourite Power Skills: effective communication. This is what indispensable assistants excel at and it takes assertiveness and resilience. Sadly I see many examples where this doesn’t happen. Thank me later!

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My EA Career

JULY 12, 2020

Managing expectations takes skill and practise Reflecting on this failed trick did give me an insight into how Executive Assistants share something else with the Slinky. But acquiring this insight takes another of my favourite Power Skills: effective communication. Sadly I see many examples where this doesn’t happen.

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