Office Dynamics

AUGUST 6, 2019

An important component to self-management versus stress-management is to set healthy boundaries in the workplace. Some people think when I’m talking about setting boundaries, it has to do with sexual harassment in the workplace. 7 essential action steps for becoming a more assertive assistant. Purchase Here.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 13, 2017

When you don’t focus on your work, then you make mistakes, get behind schedules, become stressed and maybe you aren’t patient with others. I see this a lot in the workplace. Lack assertiveness. The problem with not being assertive is we let people walk over us. If you don’t feel you are assertive, take some classes.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2015

<Guest Post by Courtney Clark> Don’t you hate that feeling when stress starts to build up, until you reach your boiling point and you feel like you just can’t take it any more? Because they didn’t have the little release of venting, their stress built up. When most of us get to that point, there’s a solution: venting.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2019

Getting things done in the workplace is one of my favorite topics to speak on and write about. An organized workspace reduces stress, gives the impression to others that you are on top of things, and saves you time. I have been passionate about this topic for 28 years. I will share with you some of my favorite tips.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 15, 2015

Technical skills can be gleaned, but behavior must be taught. .” This vibrant profession is continuously expanding to encompass higher levels of responsibilities and broader, dynamic opportunities. There is a spectrum of professional administrative behaviors necessary to ensure successful executive support and business success.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

Good communication skills. Organization skills. Interpersonal communication skills. Excellent calendaring skills. Excellent time management skills. Great networking skills. Analytical forward thinking skills. Top Assistants List Qualities Of A Great Assistant. Team player. Detail oriented.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 24, 2015

Admin Assistant Training Adminology Assertive Attitude Career Management Communication Skills Cost Effective Creativity Current Events Difficult People Etiquette Executive Blog Interpersonal Skills Just For Fun Leadership Mgr/Asst Team Motivators Multiple Managers Networking Organizational Skills Problem Solving Professional Image Projects Self Development (..)

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 4, 2015

The post Blog-a-Thon Bonus Announcement appeared first on Office Dynamics.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 23, 2017

We all experience this in the workplace. I encourage you to work on this vital business skill. The post Tactfully Voicing Your Opinion In The Workplace appeared first on Office Dynamics. Throughout my career as an employee—a few decades ago—I had the need to voice my opinion to my manager, colleague, vendors, peers, and others.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

I wondered why anyone was surprised, especially in light of the remote and hybrid workplaces, which makes it even easier for staff to be quiet and literally invisible ? Whether you leave a job by choice or by being forced out, it causes stress-filled feelings. I am excited to work with you towards building your ultimate workplace.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2015

One thing I wanted to talk about today is the many skills you develop when you work in the administrative profession. Those are all skills that transfer to your personal life and skills that you will take with you the rest of your life. This truly is very special and you have been a big part of our success.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 30, 2014

You need to work on your communications skills and being more assertive to gain attention. Be patient and again, assess your communication skills and develop persuasion skills. I have learned over 42 years in the workplace, that most difficult people, have a soft spot inside. Continue to be nice to that person.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

Use assertive communication techniques. Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.” It starts with having the attitude, then developing certain skills. You want to develop the skill to take charge in a way that you will get cooperation. 10 Take Charge. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2015

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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. The 9 key areas where you need to focus, to become a masterful self-leader in the workplace.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

22 hours (per Level) of focused time with Joan Burge includes personal coaching, skill practice and evaluation during class, assessments, networking and sharing best practices with other high-caliber assistants, and high-energy learning activities. Star Achieving Techniques™ (Skill Module). Star Achieving Techniques™ (Skill Module).

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

Under that umbrella, we addressed topics such as self-management vs. stress management, learning specific difficult people types and how to handle each of them, the benefits of conflict and much more. Some people think when I’m talking about setting boundaries, they have to do with sexual harassment in the workplace.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

I hear managers or Human Resource Professionals say it doesn’t take any special skill to be an administrative assistant. Stress reducer. I hear it from both sides of the desk. I hear assistants talk about their job or the profession as if it is no big deal. These people are naïve, to say the least. Intuitive. A mind reader.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

Earn positive attention in the workplace and address the most common obstacle standing in the way for most assistants—lack of self-esteem. Simple strategies for earning positive attention in the workplace while still remaining humble and gracious. Do you struggle with getting people to notice you? As an attendee, you will learn….

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Other times, we’re simply drained after being tapped for a major undertaking or high stress project. You’re frustrated by limited opportunities in your workplace but decided that, for personal or financial reasons, you need to stay put. Ask to join or form a workplace committee. Feeling underutilized? Take the initiative.

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Success

APRIL 20, 2023

In every workplace, the dance between employers and employees is delicate. She states that how employers address aspects such as compensation, work culture, communication style and company mission all contribute to the reasons an employee might find joy in their workplace. These factors are crucial to consider.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2016

Whether it’s finding the right caterer, meeting global counterparts from international office locations or brushing off your creative skills to whip up a spiffy PowerPoint presentation, you love tackling projects outside of your job scope (and even get excited at the opportunity!). Final Thoughts.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 1, 2015

There is no greater relationship in the workplace than that of an executive and an Assistant. [This article was originally posted at Executive Secretary Magazine.]. I can honestly say that because of my experience in the administrative profession for 20 years in a variety of organizations.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Reduces stress for both the executive and assistant. When held regularly, they may only take 5 or 10 minutes a day. That is nothing in terms of how much time is saves you and your executive. The Benefits of One-on-One Meetings. Diminishes last-minute chaos because you are discussing priorities, which shift every day.

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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

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

It’s hard to believe another year is nearly over. Here at Office Dynamics International, as we wrap up this 25th year of business, we’re feeling both grateful and overwhelmed with all we’ve experienced in 2015. Perhaps you can relate to those feelings?

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

At Office Dynamics International we love what we do. Part of what we do is provide tools and services to administrative professionals to enhance the quality of their work-life that promote administrative excellence.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

We’re all familiar with the comfort zone: That risk free place of ease and certainty with no surprises. It’s always the same in the comfort zone—nothing bad happens, but nothing particularly good either. The comfort zone can be a dangerous place, especially as an Administrative Professional in the modern working world.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 30, 2015

Wow, what a fabulous April! Did you have the most incredible Administrative Professionals’ Week this year?

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities. Even finding an extra five minutes a day to work on your organization skills will add up over time. Being organized creates trust with your executive and those you support. What are some of the chief pain points for admins? A journey…not a destination.

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