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Things Assistants Do That Executives Appreciate

Office Dynamics

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. Cultivates professional networks that help us accomplish our goals. Appropriately assertive.

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Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed!

Office Dynamics

Keep your eyes open for processes that need to be changed or new processes that need to be implemented. 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. That doesn’t mean I did things that were unethical or illegal. Shake things up!

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Living Your BIG & Bold Life [Upcoming Event]

Office Dynamics

Known for her signature “red lipstick” flair and empowering mantra, Joan will show you how get the unique “edge” that makes you stand out as exceptional in all areas of life (without running yourself ragged in the process!). Invite your female friends and fellow colleagues for this life- and career-changing event. Learning Highlights.

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The Power of One

Office Dynamics

I started administrative training in a few of the companies where I worked. I started Office Dynamics in 1990, when there was no one company specializing in in-depth training for administrative professionals. There were training companies like Skillpath and AMA but they offered tons of programs for all types of careers.

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I wish I had known sooner

Practically Perfect PA

Within my first week I was being asked and expected to assist the team with various admin tasks using systems that I had never used or had training on. Even though my team members didn’t know the processes, I searched out other PAs in the overall department, and invited them to a ‘get to know each other’ lunch.

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How to Find the Right Virtual Executive Assistant for You

Worxbee

From planning, to developing processes to communicating on your behalf, you have to be able to trust that you’ve found the best person to support you. They’ve adopted ideas like “who I’d like to have a beer with” in their hiring process, and ended up with a bunch of people who are very similar. The question is, how do you find them?

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Getting People to Notice You: Cultivating High Self-Esteem Webinar Replay

Office Dynamics

How to build, deepen, and strengthen alliances within your network. For an Admin Network – https://www.facebook.com/OfficeDynamics/. The application process is open to everyone. How to identify the subconscious beliefs that may be holding you back (and what to do about them). Put your talents on display…in the right way!