All Things Admin

JUNE 13, 2023

Here are some things to consider as you explore the process of choosing a new direction for your current career or embark on an entirely new path. Recognize that change is a natural part of professional growth and that it’s never too late to make a move. Embrace the Possibilities. Take Calculated Risks and Gain Experience.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

7 surefire steps to conquer fear confidently and courageously—including a real-world example of the process in action. Please check out the library of free educational webinars we offer for administrative professionals. In this month’s program we covered the topic: Don’t Let Fear Sink Your Career. .

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 19, 2019

Overflowing with secrets, tips, and tools of the profession, this book is a ready resource created by those who “walk the walk and talk the talk” of the complex administrative professional role. This book for administrative and executive assistants is filled with road maps for success, scoring quizzes, real-life stories and examples.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 3, 2018

Unfortunately, burnout is real, it’s draining, emotional, stressful and typically affects both professional and personal lives. As an administrative professional for the past 20 plus years, I have learned how important it is to avoid burnout in one of the largest career fields in the world. Create your own work Utopia.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2018

A willingness to learn and confidence to teach creates the roadmap to keeping our professional world evolving and relevant. Cross-mentorship encourages each department and team member to work consistently while staying current on new programs, processes, tips and more. We are all contributors to that mapping.

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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. More confidence when addressing conflict in a way that leverages relationships. Very aware of organizational priorities.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 10, 2017

The disadvantage of being a good shorthand typist in a meeting is that you can fall into the trap of taking too much down because you’ve been trained to take verbatim minutes. As long as you feel confident and comfortable, I think whatever tools you use to take minutes is a personal choice. And that includes shorthand.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 17, 2024

As administrative professionals, managing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial for ensuring smooth operations. Whether it’s handling emails, documents, or projects, having a well-organized system can significantly improve productivity and streamline decision-making processes. Some track things via Slack.

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All Things Admin

MARCH 20, 2024

You aren’t confident with some of the basic functions. So, you end up doing a lot of manual work that could be automated if you had more training in this area. Documenting your processes is the first step. From there, you can see the process more holistically and logically organize it.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

Do you wish you were more confident? Administrative Professionals Week and April is the perfect time to think about your career as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, and secretary. As you approach your day and throughout your day ask yourself questions like, “How can I streamline this process?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

DECEMBER 31, 2023

She is an accomplished professional who holds the esteemed certification from IAAP as a Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) and specializes in Organizational Management.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 24, 2017

Minute takers must have the confidence to be able to speak up in a meeting (where appropriate) and clarify points. These skills are transferable into other parts of an administrator’s role. This guest post was written by Robyn Bennett, Director, Team Link Training Ltd, New Zealand. Assertiveness. Organisation.

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Go Burrows

AUGUST 1, 2021

How long did it take you to write the book and what kind of hurdles did you experience during the process? How does this stay current with the times that most HR professionals now I’ve conferred with on LinkedIn have said up to 2 pages is perfectly acceptable? How much money did it cost you to publish The Leader Assistant?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 24, 2015

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. When administrative professionals work together, there is less duplication, resulting in savings to the company and increased profitability.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

Many executives have never been trained on how to properly leverage the talents of their support staff. They need clear, confident instructions. As you demonstrate confidence, their confidence in you will grow. Then, ask explicitly for the trust required to make that happen. Be assertive. Position it as an “investment.”.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 16, 2014

As Joan explained, neither her career, nor this signature annual gathering, is about “training” — it’s about making work lives substantially BETTER for administrative professionals in every stage of their careers, and carving out the administrative path as a career of choice for high-performing and high-potential individuals.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

3 Types of Professional Portfolios There are three types of professional portfolios: print, social, and digital. And there’s nothing like looking over your professional portfolio to give you the confidence boost you need to see how far you’ve come and how much further you can go! Performance Reviews. Job Interviews.

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Eat Your Career

JUNE 12, 2017

It makes sense that employers are willing to pay a bit more for administrative professionals who have already proven their advanced proficiency in these areas. Some people enjoy the process of certification because it enhances their confidence and allows them to connect with other like-minded professionals.

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My EA Career

JANUARY 8, 2024

Facing up to that was part of my reflection and review process. Consider it a bit of ‘Vitamin Liz’ supporting you to march into 2024 feeling more confident and with self insight. I’d love you to consider them from both a personal and a professional standpoint. Career Progression/Professional Advancement 4.

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My EA Career

JANUARY 8, 2024

Facing up to that was part of my reflection and review process. Consider it a bit of ‘Vitamin Liz’ supporting you to march into 2024 feeling more confident and with self insight. I’d love you to consider them from both a personal and a professional standpoint. Career Progression/Professional Advancement 4.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 3, 2023

For others, finding the confidence and courage to take action on their ideas is daunting. In my book , I talk about starting the process of becoming The Innovative Admin by choosing the Innovation Mindset. This mindset enables you to navigate the ever-changing business landscape with agility and confidence. So how do you begin?

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 1, 2016

Recently, I was conducting a full-day workshop for administrative professionals at a large organization. This was a mandatory training event and sometimes when employees are told they must attend training, they get a little defensive. When You …………, then I.” can help influence change simply by making them aware.

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Go Burrows

OCTOBER 12, 2021

I’ve been an executive assistant coach since 2016, and as someone who provides administrative professional training to aspiring administrative assistants, I jumped at the chance to chat with Libby. And one day, when she was riding the train, she had an epiphany that would change her life. So there she was.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 9, 2015

I am sharing with you advice that I give in my live onsite training classes and my World Class Assistant™ high-end boot camp held in Las Vegas. Maintain your processes even during busy times. Most people fall off the wagon of their normal processes when things get really busy. This is Part 1 of a two-part series. A real win-win.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 5, 2013

Challenging the Process. You also have to practice being a leader and being confident communicating in front of a group, your executive, or when leading a team. It really weakens your professional image. Inspiring a Shared Vision. Enabling Others to Act. Modeling the Way. Encouraging the Heart.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 8, 2022

Once you complete the setup process, you can start creating pages for your website. Once you’re confident that everything is in order, then you can include the website address on your resume, business cards, social media profiles (especially LinkedIn), and professional association profiles. Step 3: Create Your Website Pages.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 1, 2012

She has also held a board member position for the last two years with the Administrative Professionals Conference (APC) and is certified to teach both the Level I and Level II Star Achievement Series an administrative program. The Next Generation Administrative Professional.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 29, 2016

How to comfortably and confidently showcase your value. Questions from your admin peers: Administrative Professional blogs, Facebook, and Linked In resources. The application process is open to everyone. Simple strategies for earning positive attention in the workplace while still remaining humble and gracious.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 10, 2012

Annual Blog-a-thon for Administrative Professionals. We are holding 4th Annual Blog-a-thon for the Administrative Profession. To learn more about the blog-a-thon and how you can win great prizes check out the Administrative Professional's Blog-a-thon Page for the full message. What is your decison making process?

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Skills Administrative Professionals Purchasing Confidence 100

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

This episode features an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. I’ve worked with CEOs, professional athletes, Fortune 100 board members, billionaires, pastors—and their assistants—in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Just remember: You’re not deleting them.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 22, 2012

Many organizations (such as the International Association of Administrative Professionals) offer certifications in office skill proficiency. New hires will most likely receive on-the-job training in the specific technologies that the company uses. Be confident, not arrogant. But what most AEAP members stress is honesty.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

We had an incredible webinar event with over 1,300 assistants registered to learn more about why, as an administrative professional, they should consider a career certification. It is very hard for small business to find the money to support training. There are a lot of good training programs out there and reputable companies.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

7 surefire steps to conquer fear confidently and courageously—including a real-world example of the process in action. Learning Highlights From Webinar: How to identify the fears holding you back from living your best life. • What “courage” actually is and what it is NOT.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 25, 2022

“I’ve always had a passion for helping and supporting others, and when choosing a career in high school, I knew pursuing the field of business administration was the path for me. I was always intrigued with learning about office functionality and executive support processes.

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Admin Awards

DECEMBER 1, 2021

In times like these, it is unclear what the future of work will look like for Administrative Professionals – at home, at the office or a mix of both? In the case of Hayes, whose company operates dialysis clinics, there was an obligation to have new hires come to DaVita offices for new trainings. QUIET FRIDAYS.

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Who's the Real Boss?

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Giving my business a very different focus these last two years, I have been exploring the professional side of Resume Writing and professionalising of other people’s brands, putting my years of experience and qualifications in both writing and recruitment training, to good use. Will it also be industry specific?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 21, 2024

She has experience building and leading Admin teams from scratch and effectively training new hires. Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job. Sfera was the first company from Russia to join the Association and present at the EENA Conference.

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