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Micro-Webinars for Administrative Professionals
In-Demand training and career development for Assistants. Navigate today's fast-paced, high expectation business climate with these short, informative, and impactful webinars.
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30-Minute Administrative Professional webinars that can be viewed at your leisure.
Efficient
Timely career development topics for Assistants on strategy, managing, communication, and people skills.
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Training for Executive and Administrative Assistants. Buy one course or all 14. You choose the amount you want to invest in your career.
The Many Benefits of Micro-Webinar
Learning for Assistants
We realize the large impact affordable Assistant training has on career advancement and personal development. Each webinar is 30 minutes long and provides pertinent, to-the-point tips and strategies to keep you moving forward in your career.
Other Benefits:
- Use this period that might be slower than usual to focus on professional development and education.
- Encourage your peers to join the webinars too and then follow up with them with a Zoom meeting where you can discuss how to implement action items at your company.
- During this time, we all must think differently. We are working in a “new norm” that calls for new ways to learn and grow.
- Small investments. Big payoff.
Purchase Options
Invest in individual sessions or conveniently access all micro-webinars for a one-time bundle and Save!
Micro-Session - Single
$29.95
$
24
95
Special Price -
30-Minute Recorded Session
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Unlimited Access
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Option to add a discounted book at checkout
Micro-Session - Bundle
$419
$
249
99
Special Offer -
14 30-Minute Recorded Sessions
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Unlimited Access
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Two Books
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I committed to all 14 Webinars and feel sad we are towards the end. I will miss you Joan and the super webinars! – Jeevan U.
Be a Future-Focused Assistant
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Who Took My Pen… Again?
Did you ever think you might have a job at your company for a Social Media Coordinator? If you are a student of trend setters, you might have had an inkling that was on the horizon. Administrative assistants who take the time to understand the past and remain aware in the present can learn to anticipate the future, thus reducing stress and chaos.
Learning Points:
- Get in the game and be ready for whatever comes next.
- Apply the “block and tackle” strategy.
- Anticipate the domino effect.
Be Business Savvy
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
More and more assistants are eager to enrich and elevate their careers. One surefire way to do so is to pay attention to the leaders at your company! Study what they say and try to get an understanding of their focus. What kind of blogs are they reading? How do they see the industry as a whole? What do they predict will be the biggest challenge for the company in the next five years?
Learning Points:
- Ask the right questions.
- Understand basic business terminology.
- Seek out mentors and be a sponge.
Be the Ultimate Ambassador
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Who Took My Pen… Again?
We all understand that people are the lifeblood of every company. From our clients to department heads to each and every team member in our organization, people and how they interact, shape the culture and success of a business. Ambassadors strategically connect those people. We’ll teach you how to find your voice and use it well in this impactful webinar.
Learning Points:
- Cultivate, maintain, and protect relationships.
- Learn how to have critical conversations.
- Handle crises calmly.
Choose to Grow
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
In order to really grow as people and administrative professionals, it’s important to act with intention, invest in yourself, and never shy away from reinventing yourself again and again. When you make the decision to think big, you’re likely to grow in ways you never expected. This insightful webinar will teach you the personal and professional lessons that can transform your life.
Learning Points:
- Embrace the “three levels of learning” for assistants.
- Understand how to seek knowledge and from whom.
- Discipline and consistency are key.
Creating and Building Connections
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
A successful business is one that has managed to create a culture where people yearn to connect with each other. Those connections actually serve to strengthen the company as a whole. Assistants who are willing to step outside of their comfort zone and resist the urge to let insecurity hold them back have been able to join this powerful movement.
Learning Points:
- What’s holding you back?
- Demonstrate a genuine interest in others.
- Build true and long-lasting connections through technology.
Cultivate a High Tolerance for Change
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
You’d probably agree that in both our personal and professional lives, the only real constant is change. Those of us who have learned how to anticipate what’s coming are ready when it arrives. We’re either able to adapt to and embrace change, or we risk being left in the dust. In business, change often equates to survival.
Learning Points:
- Learn the keys to being prepared for any kind of change.
- Welcome change as an opportunity to grow.
- How to live in a world of influx.
Decision-Making for Assistants
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Who Took My Pen… Again?
Did you realize that you make hundreds of thousands of decisions every single day? That’s why it’s so important that you become a strong decision maker. Too many people are short-term thinkers. The most successful administrative assistants embrace the big picture, ignore personal bias, and are able to think like their executive does.
Learning Points:
- Evaluate your options and provide constructive solutions.
- Understand the objectives surrounding the issue.
- Evaluate outcomes.
“Joan speaks from experience. The content of her webinars are truly valuable. She has kept up with the times and remains relevant.” – Nancy B.
Growing Your Partnership with Your Leader
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Who Took My Pen… Again?
As an assistant, you understand that your primary purpose is to support your executive. The best way to provide support is to create a partnership. Partnering with your leader is a much more complex and nuanced process than you may initially believe. Register for this revealing webinar and elevate your career.
Learning Points:
- Understand the importance of stellar communication, sharing the same vision, and seizing every opportunity.
- Forge a meaningful partnership.
- Understand the big picture.
Perception is a Funny Thing
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
Take a look in the mirror. What do you see? Do you see someone who is confident, capable, eager, sharp, and passionate? Or are you still struggling to define yourself, and instead see someone who is timid, shy, quiet, and only willing to color inside the lines? Whatever image you believe you possess is likely the way others perceive you too.
Learning Points:
- Further your administrative career by harnessing it.
- Live up to your highest potential.
- Beware of the silent messages you are sending to others in the workplace.
Position Yourself for the Future
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
You need to make time every single day to look ahead. Why? Because thinking about what’s on the horizon is just as important as thinking about what’s right in front of you. If you’ve prepared for the future, you’re likely to significantly mitigate the number of things that can sneak up on you and lower your overall stress level.
Learning Points:
- Become a student of the past and present by paying attention to what’s going on at your company, in the industry, and in technology.
- Anticipate what could go wrong.
- Stay on the cutting edge.
Put the Spotlight on Communication
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Who Took My Pen… Again?
Most successful people share one common trait: excellent communication skills. It’s one of the biggest “make or break” elements of every relationship. Executive assistants who have mastered and continue to hone their communication skills understand that listening between the lines, acknowledging your audience, and practicing emotional intelligence can help you succeed.
Learning Points:
- Add a soft touch in a hard-touch world.
- Don’t take no for an answer.
- Avoid miscommunication.
Set Healthy Boundaries
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
Thanks to technology, we live in an “always on” society. For many assistants, that means you’re never out of reach, which has equated to a feeling of always being on the clock. It’s a difficult time to navigate professionally for administrative professionals who are eager to prove themselves but don’t want to sacrifice their personal lives in the process.
Learning Points:
- Learn the delicate balance of setting boundaries.
- Create win-win situations.
- Develop an attitude of confidence.
Setting Yourself Apart
Course Overview
This course is derived from the book Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed
Many executive assistants struggle with setting themselves apart at work. Should you try to blend in at work or make an effort to stand out? Don’t be afraid to shine! You are wholly unique and that should absolutely be embraced. During this powerful webinar, we’ll dive into what you can do to stand out from the crowd.
Learning Points:
- Identify your strengths and unique gifts.
- Seek endeavors that utilize your talents.
- Say “yes” to stretch assignments.
The Power of Asserting Yourself
Course Overview
This course is derived from a live course taught by Joan Burge.
There is a big difference between being aggressive and being assertive. Assertive assistants respect themselves and others. They feel in control, experience less stress, and behave like a leader. How? They adopt an attitude of confidence. This means they’re able to navigate daily tasks, interactions, and chaos all while emitting an aura of confidence.
Learning Points:
- Choose when to assert yourself and when to back away.
- Learn seven key steps to being assertive.
- Use impact words.
“I always attend your webinars and get tons of valuable information from them. Your energy and dedication are unstoppable and encouraging.” – Amanda R.
Purchase Options
Invest in individual sessions or conveniently access all micro-webinars for a one-time bundle and Save!
Micro-Session - Single
$29.95
$
24
95
Special Price -
30-Minute Recorded Session
-
Unlimited Access
-
Option to add a discounted book at checkout
Micro-Session - Bundle
$419
$
249
99
Special Offer -
14 30-Minute Recorded Sessions
-
Unlimited Access
-
Two Books
Popular
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers.
Anyone caught sharing their login information will be removed from the micro-webinar with no refunds. No exceptions.
Upon a successful purchase, you will receive an email with your login credentials.
If you purchased access to the live micro-webinars, you were given 30 day access to the replay/s. The recording sold here are a separate purchase and were not included with the live options.
