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New executives are computer savvy and are comfortable on a keyboard. As they try to juggle the role of doing their job and the administrative part of the work as well, that makes for a heavy workload that could easily be handled by the administrative assistant. Having advanced level software skills will also be a must.
Administrative and clerical positions require focus, diligence, and superior workplace organization skills to keep the office running at full speed, but a workplace that feels impersonal or distracting can disrupt productivity and efficiency. Paperwork is part and parcel of being an administrativeprofessional, clerk, or receptionist.
New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
On that note, It is hard to believe we are getting close to AdministrativeProfessionals Day which is on April 22 nd. I hope all of your professionals appreciate what a privilege it is to have someone look after them. or Gifts or Ideas for AdministrativeProfessionals Week. Another great article Patricia.
I was in a workshop today on presentation skills and one of the things they had us do was present something to the group while they filmed us. Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:06 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , how we look to others? Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
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Good time management skills can help reduce confusion, stress, and even workload levels, so there are many benefits to making sure that time is well spent. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Below are some things that I have found helpful to build my network: Join a professional association such as the International Association of AdministrativeProfessionals (IAAP). Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. There is help out there and it is usually closer than you think. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
In-camera If the Chair says this part of the meeting is in-camera, take your fingers off the keyboard, or put your pen down. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Be confident.
Some things I have on this list is a memory stick with the minute templates, tentcards, meals ordered, meeting packages, pen, notebook, highlighter, calculator (I hate math so just in case they ask something that requires mathematical skills) and attendance records to establish quorum for each meeting. Great blog, Patricia. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
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Patricia Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:22 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , my favourites , useful links , useful sites Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:49 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , eating healthy , healthy snacks Reactions: 1 comments: lisacozz said. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Try to eat healthy , and please make some time for exercise. I know I am going to change my habits.
Patricia Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:20 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , being funny , comedian Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:14 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , courtesy , reminders , waiting Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:28 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , Atlanta , Atlanta Aquarium , High Museum of Art , Life Summit , OfficeArrow Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. I can hardly wait.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:52 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , dates , fixed time , real time Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 7:54 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , Administrativeprofessionals , frustration , the day in the life of Reactions: 5comments: CdnYankee said. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. My default is black and white, but my printers default is colour. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 7:33 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , fashion counts , what you wear to the office Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:50 AM Labels: acronyms at work , Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , initialisms , initials Reactions: 1 comments: Anonymoussaid. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Acronyms are annoying. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:19 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , encouragement , I think I can , low self esteem , self confidence Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. I think I can, I think I can.&#
Posted by Patricia Robb at 4:27 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , enjoying work , liking what you do Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
We need to be assertive and show our bosses how much better they can function if the administrative jobs are taken care of by us. Posted by Patricia Robb at 2:34 PM Labels: 30 years of service , Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , professional service , quality service Reactions: 2comments: Jodith said.
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Posted by Patricia Robb at 9:54 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , booking meetings , professional assistant Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:41 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , being professional , professional assistant , working smart Reactions: 4comments: Evesaid. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. EST Taking Effective Meeting Minutes Join me for a Webinar Oct.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:29 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , bad moods at the office , crankogram Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 9:30 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , funny ha ha , humour at work Reactions: 3comments: ProAdmin2 said. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style!
Posted by Patricia Robb at 1:12 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , answering phones , cell phone etiquette , texting Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 9:43 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , bad working relationship , good working relationship , micro-manager Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Its worth trying to work it out.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:18 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , Arranging meetings , keeping meetings organized Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:42 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , computer problems , frustration on the job , problem solving Reactions: 3comments: Jennifer said. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Once I know how to do something, I write it down. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.
If you approach your boss in a professional manner with the problems clearly set out and possible solutions, it will come across much better. Posted by Patricia Robb at 2:09 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , job description , that is not my job Reactions: 3comments: The Jackal said.
I know we are probably stuck with the current system of trying to remember log-in names and passwords, but thankfully at work if you do forget your password the administrator can re-set it, and then you have the option of changing it again. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Back to the drawing board.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 2:15 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrativeprofessional , Lift Summit , OfficeArrow , social media Reactions: 4comments: Janellsaid. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. It was nice to have the immediate contact. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m. Oh where or where is my password?
I have chosen to stay in the administrative field, but in a higher level as an executive assistant and am loving it. Although I was fearful to make the move and doubted my abilities, the transition has been relatively easy to make and more suited to what I am skilled to do. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh.
Posted by Patricia Robb at 5:58 PM Labels: administrative assisstant , Administrativeprofessionals , boredom at work , Secretary Reactions: 3comments: Anonymoussaid. The company I work for has a great attitude toward staff professional development and hiring from within for open positions or new position needs.
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