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ProAssisting Blog
JULY 6, 2011
I know, I know… ProAssisting is a blog and on-line learning environment for assistants… and it is but before one becomes an assistant, they usually have had some experience working as an intern. Basically, we believe, interns and internships rock and that anyone in college (and even high school) should be interning during summer breaks and potentially during semesters when they have a break in their schedule.
Allwork
AUGUST 8, 2022
With the growth in audience, demand and geographic presence, International Coworking Day may be bigger this year than ever before. . Happy International Coworking Day! . Like most national or international “Days,” its origins are a little obscure.
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Small Business CEO
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Without employees, your business would not be the great asset it is today, so it’s important that you focus on continuously training them to develop their skills, encourage career development, and grow your business. Management management training
Office Dynamics
APRIL 15, 2015
At Office Dynamics International we are celebrating 25 years of serving the administrative profession. How long have you been a friend of Office Dynamics International? Perhaps you’ve known us for a long time or you’re new around here. Either way, we want you to know who we are and what we believe. We Passionately Believe. The administrative role is a noble calling. In a “Career of Choice” mentality.
Practically Perfect PA
MARCH 11, 2019
During the Virtual Summit October 2017, we had the amazing Simone White, Executive Assistant and Global Chair of GAIN – Administrative Professionals Network at BlackRock train our group of attendees on starting their own internal network for Assistants.
Allwork
MAY 16, 2022
Grogono works with Dell, Salesforce, Facebook and others to change their meetings, blogs, and internal newsletters into engaging, streamable podcast episodes only available to employees. . Allwork.Space: How can tech companies change their meetings, internal newsletters, etc.
Office Dynamics
JUNE 4, 2015
ADMINISTRATIVE TRAINING PIONEER, OFFICE DYNAMICS INTERNATIONAL, CELEBRATES UNLIKELY 25-YEAR ANNIVERSARY. On Thursday, June 4 th , Office Dynamics International, a trailblazing leader in the field of training and development for administrative professionals, will celebrate its 25 th business anniversary—an immeasurable feat considering the odds stacked against it. Office Dynamics’ experience and expertise in the administrative training industry are unparalleled.
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 22, 2020
administrative training and development. This industry has come a long way since 1990 when administrative-specific training was unheard of. There is a sea of information available today and more people getting into the administrative training business—but all are not equal.
C-Suite Assistants
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
Providing executive assistant support can often be a demanding experience, with a significant amount of on-the-job training. Generally, most executive assistants are well-versed in time management and some technical and writing skills, but the brunt of their experience is on-the-job training.
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. All of this means that we must, must, must attend training courses. So what training courses would I recommend for all of these instances? IT training.
Recruit CRM
JANUARY 14, 2022
One way of going about this hiring process is internal recruitment. Internal recruitment ensures the candidate you pick is right for the role and enables talent progression within an organisation. But what is internal recruitment? What is Internal Recruitment?
Office Dynamics
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
We recently posted a blog that listed free training sources we provide; 6 Free Training Sources for Administrative and Executive Assistants. At Office Dynamics, it is our goal to elevate the level of the administrative profession through knowledge and training but that got us thinking, “What else can we do?”. The post Administrative Training Sources – Friends of Office Dynamics appeared first on Office Dynamics.
The Small Business Blog
APRIL 19, 2013
As more and more companies turn to managed training services to deliver their training and development requirements, many HR & L&D professionals are wondering whether it is time that their organisation did the same. It can be a tough decision – especially when you already have a pool of highly skilled internal L&D talent which… Read the full article here: 5 Organisational Benefits of Managed Training Services on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
Office Dynamics
JANUARY 17, 2019
Office Dynamics International is the global industry leader in the development and presentation of sophisticated executive and administrative assistant training, coaching, and resources. It is known that we offer a broad range of training, education, peer to peer networking, but this year we are adding even more to our catalog of resources! We are offering our flagship training program for assistants as an open-to-the-public format one time in 2019.
Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 27, 2015
An internal network will help us to build stronger relationships and enable better teamwork, communication and easier delegation and reciprocation of help. Put every PA on a shared distribution list and ideally a closed SharePoint site for sharing information such as training & seminars. Decide on a future plan whether it be further CPD training, a yearly face to face conference etc.
Office Dynamics
AUGUST 13, 2019
Do you have an internal admin site where you work? An internal admin site is the main company site with all the links that admins find useful for their jobs centralized in one place. The post Do You Have an Internal Admin Site or Hold Lunch N Learns Where You Work? appeared first on Office Dynamics - Executive And Administrative Assistant Training.
Office Dynamics
NOVEMBER 19, 2015
At Office Dynamics International we love what we do. Our free training programs began in 2009 with the 26 Weeks to Administrative Excellence pre-recorded video program. As the year’s passed we continued to add in a few additional programs >v iew our free video programs < We hear from assistants on a daily basis that they love our training materials but they work for a nonprofit or their organization doesn’t believe in training the administrative professionals.
Loosely Speaking
MAY 13, 2009
Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs International Virtual Assistant Day 2009 Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at 11:39 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Life of the Virtual Assistant While you may already have seen, heard, read or otherwise somehow found out that the Online International Virtual Assistant Convention (OIVAC) scheduled for May 14-16 has been postponed and rescheduled to October 1-3, 2009!
Office Dynamics
MARCH 30, 2016
Office Dynamics International awarded two organizations its Star Achievement Series ® training program (Level 1) in support of Administrative Professionals. Office Dynamics International, the globally recognized authority for administrative training and development, made two sizable in-kind donations in the month of March. To participate, organizations had to submit application materials describing why the training is needed and pledging leadership support.
Office Dynamics
MAY 28, 2013
First Live Video Conference Training. Thursday, May 23, 2013 we made history at Office Dynamics International. I plan to create an online training program for administrative assistants this summer from this 3-hour workshop but will break it up into 8 or 9 short segments. We offer live and online (via telepresence) training for administrative and executive assistants Administrative Assistants. with Joan Burge, CEO, Office Dynamics. "It''s
Office Dynamics
JUNE 10, 2015
As a result of Joan’s question and observations, Office Dynamics was born, and our flagship training program for administrative assistants (The Star Achievement Series) quickly became a globally recognized game changer. In celebration of the 25 th Anniversary of Office Dynamics International, Joan Burge is pulling back the curtain and revealing the 25 critical attitudes, behaviors, habits, characteristics, and skills required for excellence in the administrative profession.
Worxbee
JUNE 20, 2022
Documenting how your executive operates internally, and the best ways to respond, can ultimately elevate your career. Once you have this understanding, document it in your training manual. Update your training manual with the important aspects of your executive’s life.
Tips From T. Marie
SEPTEMBER 3, 2010
I recently stumbled across a tweet that read: “Interns are actually way better than virtual assistants”. As a disclaimer, I actually do believe that there are times when an intern fits a need better than a VA, so the contents of this post are not meant to disrespect interns in any way, shape or form. Are some interns better than some virtual assistants? Are some situations better suited to an intern than a virtual assistant?
Small Business CEO
MARCH 15, 2018
Without a proper plan in place including a strategic budget for employee training, organisations can’t keep pace with the competition and the constant need for transformation; their strategies will falter and their profits will vanish. Think of it this way, training people is akin to continually upgrading the most valuable component of any company. … Human Resources staff training
Stephanie LH Calahan
OCTOBER 21, 2013
I call that optimizing your internal operating system. Optimizing your internal operating system, your subconscious, changes that. Great Tool I've Found to Optimize My Internal Operating System. The trick with optimizing your internal operating system, your subconscious, is that it has to happen on the subconscious level. my internal operating system) into everything I wanted it to do for me.
Small Business CEO
SEPTEMBER 22, 2018
Who is an architectural intern? An architectural intern is a trained person who has the necessary skills, knowledge, and expertise to help in an architectural office before they have received their degree. The internship is a necessary course undertaking that requires an individual to experience industrial training, which is entirely different from the theoretical training.…
On The Job
JUNE 11, 2013
They play more than 160 regular-season games a year, and that doesn''t take into account playoffs, spring training and playing in other games held around the world. A recent Development Dimensions International, HR.com and the Institute for Human Resources survey finds that nearly 3 in 5 respondents report that poor top leadership has led to increased leader and team member turnover almost two-thirds report it has led to lower productivity.
Office Dynamics
JULY 7, 2009
I’m happy to say that we have seen an increase in interest from companies who want to provide some type of training for their administrative professionals later this year. The reason being is that these are the months when executives, training and development departments and human resources departments start to prepare their goals and objectives for 4th quarter and 1st quarter of 2010. Here are some things you need to keep in mind: Be specific as to what type of training you want.
Office Dynamics
JULY 7, 2009
I’m happy to say that we have seen an increase in interest from companies who want to provide some type of training for their administrative professionals later this year. The reason being is that these are the months when executives, training and development departments and human resources departments start to prepare their goals and objectives for 4th quarter and 1st quarter of 2010. Here are some things you need to keep in mind: Be specific as to what type of training you want.
Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 19, 2009
© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 Training On-line Recently someone asked me a question about training on-line so I thought I would share the answer in a post. I use a place based in Toronto, Canada called Last Minute Training. Training On-line 10 Things = Frustration "Mom, I'm sick!" Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too!
Small Business CEO
SEPTEMBER 16, 2013
Most companies provide initial orientation training, where employees learn about the company’s brand. In this article, we explain why ongoing brand training is important for your employees. Your employees will feel greater loyalty towards your brand and feel more involved when you personally train them on your brand. Don’t leave the training entirely to videos and slides; be in the room, and motivate your staff with your enthusiasm and passion for your brand.
Small Business CEO
OCTOBER 27, 2011
In addition to being used as a widely-used standard for effective project management internationally, it also takes the form of an official certification for accredited project managers across a wide range of sectors. Of course, it’s important to invest in PRINCE2 training and certification, as this gives individuals and teams the understanding of the methodology. CEO Leadership Entrepreneurs leadership training management project management
Office Dynamics
FEBRUARY 1, 2009
While teaching, coaching, and consulting with thousands of assistants nationwide, I have found that they don’t see they have to work at gaining support for training and development. If you really believe this training will help you professionally or even just rejuvenate your enthusiasm about your career, realize it may take three or four attempts to convince your manager. Know exactly what you want to accomplish by attending the training or conference. You know the scenario.
Office Dynamics
FEBRUARY 1, 2009
While teaching, coaching, and consulting with thousands of assistants nationwide, I have found that they don’t see they have to work at gaining support for training and development. If you really believe this training will help you professionally or even just rejuvenate your enthusiasm about your career, realize it may take three or four attempts to convince your manager. Know exactly what you want to accomplish by attending the training or conference. You know the scenario.
Service Untitled
APRIL 22, 2010
Home About Service Untitled Subscribe for Free Consulting Contact Archives Internal customer service counts too Cheryl April 22, 2010 Behind the Scenes , Customer Service , Proactive 1 Comment Everyone has a customer whether it be outside or inside of the company, and morale, productivity, and employee retention improves when we are able to properly facilitate internal customer service. Internal customer service provides our coworkers within our company information or services.
Office Dynamics
JUNE 1, 2015
When I reflect on 25 years of teaching, training, prodding, pushing and stretching assistants and executives, I realize how much I have also grown. I have had to expand my thinking to meet client’s needs, participant expectations, and learn new methods and approaches to training. Welcome to June! While I don’t like the fact that 2015 is passing quickly, I am eager to welcome June because this is the official month of Office Dynamics 25th Year Anniversary.
Office Dynamics
APRIL 29, 2016
Limited time offer from Office Dynamics International: Mastering Exceptional Self-Leadership program significantly marked down to $79 (from $249) until May 10. Earn positive attention in the workplace and address the most common obstacle standing in the way for most assistants—lack of self-esteem. Do you struggle with getting people to notice you? You can view the replay of our webinar, Getting People to Notice You: Cultivating High Self-Esteem. As an attendee, you will learn….
Professional Assistant Blog
JANUARY 18, 2008
Home About Me Advertise Do Not Disturb - Training In Progress By The Professional Assistant on Friday, January 18, 2008 Filed Under: Client Service , Meetings , Productivity D o you get staff members coming to you for all sorts of questions? If you are on a training course via your computer (WebEx) and listening in to the presenter, you want your full attention on the seminar or workshop that you are attending at your cubicle.
Office Dynamics
APRIL 9, 2016
My very first International speaking opportunity on behalf of Office Dynamics International! Admin Assistant Training Administrative Professionals Week Career Management Self Development Trending Uncategorized #adminblogathon #ownit accountab engaged employees Executive Secretary Live Jasmine Freeman London Office Dynamics International own your story presence quote
Office Dynamics
APRIL 27, 2016
Working together can mean cross-training for out-of-office coverage and expansion of what the team together can accomplish that one person alone cannot do. Coming together is better than fighting for your own agenda. When you are trying to create change, whether in a process or for the administrative community in your organization, it is much easier to be persuasive when there is a group. There is strength in unity.
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