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 always say an executive assistant will make or break an executive and Jasmine has certainly allowed me to be successful.

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Allwork

APRIL 23, 2024

without any reduction in pay — asserting that this change is essential to ensure that U.S. outlines a gradual reduction in the standard workweek from 40 to 32 hours over the course of four years. In the U.S., the idea has really entered the limelight due to Senator Bernie Sanders, chair of the U.S.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 13, 2017

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. Assertive is about getting your needs met while being considerate of others. Of course star performers want to make sure everyone is happy. Then we get upset.

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Success

MAY 22, 2024

Stand up for yourself more Assertiveness was never my strong suit, especially when I was younger. I’ve discovered that assertiveness—without compromising kindness, respect or professionalism—is empowering. Of course, it will provide practical things (like tools, tips, insights, resources, etc.). Eschew higher education?

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Vox Open Sourced

JULY 19, 2025

“To some degree, it’s a comforting myth that all of us who are adults — who’ve gotten beyond the teens and 20s — that we tell ourselves that we were surely better than that,” Poulin says, asserting that older adult complaining about Gen Z probably have a few interactions in their younger years that were also complained about.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 6, 2019

Of course, she looked at me in shock and made a few comments. (I 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. It was not as if she said, “May I go ahead of you?” Purchase Here.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 26, 2018

Problem : “Try” has a somewhat wimpy connotation, as if you’re unsure – even when you aren’t, of course! If you’re a careful listener, you’ll often hear people say something like, “I think/feel the best course of action is….” Believe” instead of “think” or “feel.”

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? To complete a training course on web analytics and optimisation so that I can report on the data in a useful and meaningful way for the business to improve it’s online marketing and content. Relevant: Is it a sensible objective within the current business climate?

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Success

JANUARY 12, 2024

LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky: “There’s no linear career path” In school, we may have learned that we graduate high school, head to college and end up shortly thereafter in our dream job (after hustling around to get our bosses a few coffees in the pay-your-dues early years, of course). There literally is no linear career path.

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Success

JUNE 22, 2021

Dweck asserts that people’s beliefs play a pivotal role in what they want—and whether they can even achieve those results. Of course, this means sales managers have to approve of and encourage boundaries. The science behind mindsets has largely been driven by Carol Dweck, a Stanford psychologist.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Not everyone can be a good minute taker – it’s a definite skill and quite often an art, hence the name of my course, The Art of Minute Taking. Assertiveness. Over the past 14 years, Robyn has led in excess of 500 plus minute taking courses for over 1,000 participants. She is the author of “ Minute Taking Madness ”.

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Success

JANUARY 4, 2022

Explain why this is sexist: Ambition and assertiveness are praised in men but criticized in women. Of course, you want consistency in certain aspects of the business. And if you hear someone using language like “bossy” or criticizing you or another woman for being “too ambitious,” call them out.

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Allwork

MAY 19, 2022

Networking changed because change asserted its necessity. . Of course, there was a learning curve. The tools existed. Instead of heading to a convention center, Zoom became the vehicle for face-to-face interactions. Social media, especially LinkedIn, increased its utility.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 25, 2019

That is why we’ve put together a list of the top 9 communication tips for executive and administrative assistants that are pulled from our certification and designation course. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. Try being more specific in what you say. Best of luck!

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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. In my World Class Assistant™ course, attendees will ask me what this means. Our World Class Assistant™ course typically sells out so act fast!

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Success

MARCH 5, 2024

Yet, the people who are doing this find themselves burned out , and worse, not producing meaningful work, Newport asserts in his book. In particular, technology (and all those notifications) paired with pseudo productivity is pushing us to a “collision course with the burnout crisis that afflicts us today,” he adds.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

I am very fortunate in that I get to read fabulous letters from executives touting the behavior changes they see in their executive or administrative assistants after attending our Star Achievement Series® course. Appropriately assertive. This course is only taught onsite. Leans in to better understand the whys behind decisions.

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Success

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This, of course, not only hampers the manager’s growth within the organization but can have a contagious, detrimental effect throughout the organization.” She says a transformative moment occurs when women learn to effectively communicate their value to leadership within the organization.

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Success

JUNE 16, 2022

Of course, that comes with its own liabilities. Lastly, the high “D” will want to tone down his or her assertiveness and be more cognizant of practicing active listening. They tend to be quite direct, strong-willed and forceful. Quick to act and eager for change, they are “ready, fire, aim” personalities.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2009

Norma Carr-Ruffino has had some good material on behaviors such as: assertive, passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive. Of course, it’s always good to build good relationships with other key people in your organization and Human Resources. Develop being assertive. Again, there are hundreds of resources on how to be assertive.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

“In my previous role I had to work with a lot of strong-minded and opinionated consultants and found that I lacked the ability to be assertive with them and sometimes I felt they were able to get me to do work that I was uncomfortable with. I find it hard to say no. It is a work in progress but I am getting there”.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2009

Norma Carr-Ruffino has had some good material on behaviors such as: assertive, passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive. Of course, it’s always good to build good relationships with other key people in your organization and Human Resources. Develop being assertive. Again, there are hundreds of resources on how to be assertive.

Temping 100

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 18, 2015

Of course, sometimes this is just not possible if your executive is in a location with a different time zone, especially going into an early meeting or conference. You might start with Monday or Friday to discuss the upcoming week. Gradually increase meetings to two days and then three days, and so on.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 11, 2014

Tip 2: Personal Effectiveness and Assertiveness. Your personal effectiveness includes how you communicate, how you manage your time, how assertive and confident you are and your power to negotiate and persuade. This course also forms part of our highly flexible PA and Secretary Professional Development Programme.

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Allwork

MARCH 14, 2024

without any reduction in pay. As the chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee , Sanders asserts that this change is essential to ensure that U.S. outlines a gradual reduction in the standard workweek from 40 to 32 hours over the course of four years.

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Success

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Anyone who suspects that certain connections and relationships, in both their personal and professional lives, have run their course. Nedra Glover Tawwab, a licensed therapist, uses Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) alongside simple but powerful techniques to help you find your voice and be assertive when speaking up for your needs.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

NEW: For the first time in 22 years, Office Dynamics’ flagship high-level, in-depth course for executive and administrative assistants is open to the public. Our nationally-acclaimed Star Achievement Series® Certification and Designation Course has been taught only on-site since its inception. Benefits of attending this course.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 5, 2019

But, of course, that philosophy backfired. I also know exactly what works (and what doesn’t) to find that sweet spot, where you can be both vocal and professional, assertive and respected. Initially, I kept them to myself. I thought it was better to simply blend in. When I finally tried to speak up, no one listened.

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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. IT training.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 4, 2016

Course of action… Decided. As a result… Asked for. Brought up. Communicated. Complained. Considered. Deliberated. Designated. Discussed.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Problem: “Try” has a somewhat wimpy connotation, as if you’re unsure – even when you aren’t, of course! If you’re a careful listener, you’ll often hear people say something like, “I think/feel the best course of action is….” Believe” instead of “think” or “feel.”

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Assertiveness Confidence Skills Management 100

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 13, 2015

Please let us know if you are considering attending this course. You may use this space to practice your persuasion strategy. Webinar Handout. Additionally we discuss briefly the World Class Assistant Certificate Program. We have about 5 spaces left for our fall 2015 class.

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On The Job

JANUARY 15, 2008

The wallflowers will stay shy and reticent, though they will learn in time to be a little more sociable and assertive. And on the other, those late nights of crush-talk and one too many drinks inevitably mess with your tired head. According to new research, personalities are pretty well established by preschool years.

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 5, 2016

It means smiling, speaking articulately and assertively, looking people in the eye, and managing your physical presence. Of course, confidence requires more than a willingness to “fake it till you make it.” Take it from me: it’s a simple trick that people in the public eye use all the time. These are all things you can DO.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? To complete a training course on web analytics and optimisation so that I can report on the data in a useful and meaningful way for the business to improve it’s online marketing and content. Relevant: Is it a sensible objective within the current business climate?

2014 100

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Are there review points throughout the course of the objective? To complete a training course on web analytics and optimisation so that I can report on the data in a useful and meaningful way for the business to improve it’s online marketing and content. Relevant: Is it a sensible objective within the current business climate?

2014 100

2014 Assertiveness Travel Suppliers 100

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 11, 2017

Regarding training I would recommend every PA undertakes time management, assertiveness and minute taking courses. The 2 conferences I would highly recommend are Assist Conference & ACES Conference. The post Day in the life: Donna Lindsay appeared first on Practically Perfect PA.

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