Office Dynamics

AUGUST 6, 2019

Learning Highlights You will learn: . Why assertiveness in the workplace matters, especially for assistants, how it benefits you and what it really means. 7 essential action steps for becoming a more assertive assistant. Consider what types of boundaries you might need to implement this week. Purchase Here.

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Success

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

This method involves turning down requests respectfully and professionally while asserting one’s commitment to more consequential priorities. Related: How I Learned to Work Less But Do More 3. Cal Newport offers tips on how to train your brain to focus on demanding tasks to the end without getting waylaid by anything.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 15, 2009

Being assertive involves some risk because you aren’t guaranteed of the outcome. However, you will have a better chance of having your needs met with assertive action than by being passive or aggressive. List the pros – what are the good outcomes if you assert yourself or your needs? Learn from your experience.

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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. I always say that it is extremely important for assistants to attend training courses throughout the year.

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Success

JANUARY 30, 2024

You’re in a meeting—perhaps learning about a new company initiative or listening to a boss who wasn’t happy with your team’s performance—and you have something to say, but then you just… don’t. She asks people to examine the costs of staying silent: “We unlearn being silent by recognizing and wrestling with the silence we’ve learned.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2019

We provide executive assistant coaching on everything from being more assertive to professional image, communications, leadership, time management and building a partnership with the executive. We learn how the assistant manages day-to-day processes and make recommendations for greater efficiency when necessary.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 15, 2009

Being assertive involves some risk because you aren’t guaranteed of the outcome. However, you will have a better chance of having your needs met with assertive action than by being passive or aggressive. List the pros – what are the good outcomes if you assert yourself or your needs? Learn from your experience.

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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. Learning to read your audience or the situation and adapt as necessary. Each person in the group demonstrates their newly learned skills.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2019

Learn to scan information and determine which items really need attention. Be assertive and ask for more details or get the bigger picture to reduce back and forth time or going off on the wrong tangent. The post Getting Things Done appeared first on Office Dynamics - Executive And Administrative Assistant Training.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

Be assertive. Many executives have never been trained on how to properly leverage the talents of their support staff. When you identify a specific task you can or should take over for your executive, speak up assertively. Always position the time it takes to learn something new as an investment. Wherever you can, assume.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 3, 2017

If someone is doing something or saying something that is unacceptable to you, then you need to speak up in a professional and assertive manner. Since I got out of high school and went right into the workforce, I was hungry to learn in any way possible. I have identified 3 levels of learning. Thirst for knowledge. I agree 100%.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Continue pursuing opportunities to learn and be challenged. We’re all fortunate to have training pioneers like Joan and her team in the corner for administrative professionals. The post What I Learned From 450 Revolutionary Assistants in Las Vegas appeared first on Office Dynamics. Keep the momentum going!

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

I love reading these letters as 1) I see the training we provided truly worked, but more importantly, 2) I learn what executives appreciate—what executives look for in an assistant—and what executives value and observe. Truly wants to understand the business for her own learning to better engage and to help me get in front of things.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

I also host a high-end training program for executive assistants and administrative assistants called World Class Assistant , in Las Vegas. If you are traveling alone, find out who else is attending that administrative conference or a training event, coordinate arrival times and share your transportation. Request a credit or $20.00

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2016

It was four full-days of learning and these assistants were hungry to achieve their certification and WCA Certified designation. Every time I have the honor of teaching, I learn new things as well. During my training, I give ample time for attendees to use their creativity, skill practice, and stretch out of their comfort zones.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2019

Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. To learn more about earning you Certified World Class Assistant designation and certification please click here. Do you hold grudges? Did someone at work say something that upset you? Or maybe they ignored you and that bothered you. Best of luck!

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Success

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Fives, for instance, have trained themselves to live with less. Read on to learn how you can set New Year’s resolutions that stick by matching your unique Enneagram personality to goals that will keep you motivated. Want to learn more about how the Enneagram affects you and your success? How the Enneagram Impacts Your Goals.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 20, 2012

I also host a high-end training program for executive assistants and administrative assistants called World Class Assistant , in Las Vegas. If you are traveling alone, find out who else is attending that administrative conference or a training event, coordinate arrival times and share your transportation. Request a credit or $20.00

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Assertiveness. Learn as much as you can about the topic. This guest post was written by Robyn Bennett, Director, Team Link Training Ltd, New Zealand. More than anybody else in the meeting a minute taker needs to be listening 100 percent of the time (no falling asleep here!). Always take an extra pen. Knowledge of the subject.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

I also host a high-end training program for executive assistants and administrative assistants called World Class Assistant , in Las Vegas. If you are traveling alone, find out who else is attending that administrative conference or a training event, coordinate arrival times and share your transportation. Request a credit or $20.00

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2015

Of course this profession is near and dear to my heart since I worked in the administrative profession for 20 years and Office Dynamics has been dedicated to administrative training and development for 25 years. I can do what I do today because of what I learned during those 20 years. Why did I leave after 20 years?

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 11, 2014

However, a key learning point to understand is that although communication should be continuous, try to avoid constant questions and instead arrange a specific time to effectively discuss a wide range of points face-to-face. Tip 2: Personal Effectiveness and Assertiveness. One top tip is to not be afraid to say “no”.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 22, 2015

What are the new skills admired and soon to be required of administrative professionals: Digital Savvy: learning semi-tech and self-publishing skills. Data Analysis: learning how to collect, analyze and synthesizing information to create solutions. Virtual Engagement: learning how to be an effective virtual partner.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2015

Learning Highlights. As an attendee, you’ll learn: Why “Superwoman Syndrome” is so prevalent for today’s working women and why it’s time to let it go. Invite your female friends and fellow colleagues for this life- and career-changing event. The 5 Pillars that create a full life, how to harmonize (not “balance”!) How to do it all.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In addition to coming up with a goal—say, to learn a programming language to be more assertive with your boss—it’s important to understand who you are, what makes you tick, and how you deal with others around you. Do you still think that goal setting is important? Aren’t people tired of setting goals?

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In addition to coming up with a goal—say, to learn a programming language to be more assertive with your boss—it’s important to understand who you are, what makes you tick, and how you deal with others around you. Do you still think that goal setting is important? Aren’t people tired of setting goals?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

More assertive? Learn to be a catalyst for change in your organization and it will catapult your reputation. If you’d like to learn more about our Blog-A-Thon you can do so here. See yourself in a new light, starting today! Do you wish you were more confident? A better communicator? Better managing conflict? Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 14, 2015

You will earn yourself a great deal of respect if you learn and practice active listening skills. You can learn more about Judi at www.JudiMoreo.com. We often don’t listen properly because our thoughts are elsewhere and most of us will not admit that we didn’t hear what was said because we were focused on our own self-talk.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 16, 2015

Learned a foreign language. Learned how to drive a car with a manual transmission. Rock on, Super Stars! Things I Have Done- starter list by KMK Foley. Worked my way through college and at the end of ten years, paid off my loans. Taught myself how to use database software. Recovered from an empty (emotional AND financial) bank account.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 21, 2017

Learning to communicate at the executive level is absolutely essential for success and it’s extremely rare. When Joan presents training, she always receives similar feedback: People think she is “poised, polished and professional.”. There is much to learn regarding advanced skills for assistants. Register Today.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

We specialize in professional training, development and information for administrative professionals and their executives. You need to work on your communications skills and being more assertive to gain attention. I have learned over 42 years in the workplace, that most difficult people, have a soft spot inside. Don’t give up.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

One of the criticisms I’ve faced over the years is that I’m not aggressive enough or assertive enough or maybe somehow, because I’m empathetic, it means I’m weak. To learn more about how you can join growth-minded Leader Assistants, check out our Leader Assistant Premium Membership for ongoing training, coaching, and community.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 11, 2015

Assistants/secretaries don’t need training.”. “I Be assertive. PS check out a presentation assemble by my World Class Assistant students on what they learned from the program. Here are some of the things I hear assistants, secretaries and managers say: “I would dress better if they paid me more money.”. I’m just an assistant.”.

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Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Many trainings and articles about microaggressions focus on how you can intervene in the moment, which is a crucial part of allyship. Listen and learn how someone pronounces their name, describes their identity and uses their pronouns. And when they are sharing their ideas or experiences, make sure you show compassion and empathy.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

As more companies embrace collaboration, you must learn to work with other people and truly become a team player to get the work done and help your organization be more competitive. Here are 14 strategies taken from my flagship administrative training program, The Star Achievement Series®. Use assertive communication techniques.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Though my career has evolved into training and development, I always feel most at home when surrounded by growth-oriented assistants. Joan taught us to be assertive and persistent, even in the face of naysayers. We learned that together we have a much louder voice. People are always more comfortable with silence.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 29, 2016

It is a favorite topic in my Star Achievement Series® training program. lack assertiveness. Dragons won’t go away unless you learn to face them in a positive fashion. I have been speaking on how to slay your ‘Office Dragons’ for 25 years now. Dragons are huge, dominating, fictitious creatures. Walk your talk.

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