All Things Admin

JUNE 15, 2022

You likely already have systems and strategies to keep yourself and your personal information safe online, but are you extending those protections to the online version of your resume? While it is necessary to add your resume to your digital portfolio , that doesn’t mean you should include all the information from your print version.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2018

This proves assistants are getting serious about their career and training and HR departments are valuing continued education for this role. More and more, administrative professionals are asking my opinion on having a certification. Second, I believe in all training, learning, and education.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 25, 2020

Update your professional portfolio. Take time to spruce up your resume and Linkedin profile with recent job titles, courses, and certifications that give you a competitive edge. Office Dynamics has a variety of online learning courses for Administrative Professionals. I would love to hear some of your ideas. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2018

Professional and personal development are keys to keeping one of the largest workforce teams educated and invested in not only their own growth, but the growth and success of the company and field they have chosen to share their knowledge with. Time to read and share professional blogs, articles, books, and webinars (most are free!).

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

It’s been almost a full year since I attended the Conference for Administrative excellence. I saw it during the welcome reception, all day during the trainings, and as we finished, the admins were sharing emails, phone numbers, and business/personal cards to keep in touch. The conference was a game changer for me. And they do!

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2010

The old adage, “strike while the iron is hot” still applies, even for 21st century administrative professional careers! Your resume is the most important part of your package. Tailor your resume to include your best skills, responsibilities and accomplishments that match the need of employers. Packaging Yourself.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2010

The old adage, “strike while the iron is hot” still applies, even for 21st century administrative professional careers! Your resume is the most important part of your package. Tailor your resume to include your best skills, responsibilities and accomplishments that match the need of employers. Packaging Yourself.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 16, 2007

As I was doing research for other articles on this blog I came across the International Association of Administrative Professionals' website ("IAAP") and was reminded of the advantages of being part of a professional organization. 3 If you are a member, put it on your resume!

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 30, 2010

Creating Star-Performing Administrative Professionals through Training and Coaching Since 1990. Resume (have extra copies in the back pocket if you use a 3-ring binder). That is why you might want to leave an informational CD, have extra copies of your resume and a cover letter. Customer appreciation letters.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 28, 2023

As an administrative professional, you’ve spent years (or even decades) supporting your executive and keeping the office running smoothly. Tip 2: Establish a Successor Training Plan Odds are that it will be your job to train your replacement, so collaborate with your executive to come up with a plan as soon as possible.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 30, 2010

Creating Star-Performing Administrative Professionals through Training and Coaching Since 1990. Resume (have extra copies in the back pocket if you use a 3-ring binder). That is why you might want to leave an informational CD, have extra copies of your resume and a cover letter. Customer appreciation letters.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Attend a training event or workshop. Training events, workshops, and webinars abound! We have a list of more than 60 training sessions on our Training on Demand page , and our AdminPro Training VIP Pass offers training on a variety of different topics. Refresh your administrative brand.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Whether you’re an administrative professional looking for a way to validate your skill set or a manager looking to contribute to your admin’s professional development ( thank you, thank you, thank you ), certification is the perfect step. Clear indication of administrative intent and commitment.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 11, 2009

I received an e-mail this week from an impressive Administrative Professional who attended my World Class Assistant training a while back. I am writing to you today to see if you can provide administrative assistants with some advice on how to handle the downturn in the economy and the massive layoffs.” Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

Or have you lost the love for your career as an administrative professional? We love the administrative profession and we hope you do too. We’ll be sharing a challenge each day to encourage you in your career as an administrative professional. Win one of our 14 administrative-career-enhancing prizes.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Career organization is essential for any administrative professional who wants to have a long-lasting, successful career. They don’t have an updated resume, a professional portfolio of work samples, or a social media presence. They don’t have a network of professionals they can activate at a moment’s notice.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 11, 2009

I received an e-mail this week from an impressive Administrative Professional who attended my World Class Assistant training a while back. I am writing to you today to see if you can provide administrative assistants with some advice on how to handle the downturn in the economy and the massive layoffs.”

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All Things Admin

MAY 5, 2022

If you’ve followed me for long, you’ve likely heard me say that, aside from a current resume, a professional portfolio is the single best thing you can do for your career. Training Specialist. Administrative Performance Excellence. Administrative Professionals – Houston Founder. City Clerk. College Educator.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

A possible response could be – I will utilize any downtime researching professional development opportunities such as free or low-cost webinars, training, conferences, etc. BUT – Prepare an answer if asked about possible boredom. I will also develop a desk manual and evaluate best practices for policies and adjust as necessary.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 8, 2022

It’s an easy way to share your resume, work samples, credentials, and anything else that you want to showcase about your professional life. Plus, you can include a link to your professional portfolio website at the top of your resume, which is an instant attention-grabber! These five simple steps can help. Certifications.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Your administrative career should not be left to chance. Career-minded administrative professionals don’t put their career on autopilot and cross their fingers, hoping things will work themselves out. Did you update your resume, professional portfolio, and other vital career documents? •

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 12, 2013

Career Academy members are already familiar with this, as are those who have attended my live training programs. Take for example an administrative professional whose role it is to purchase office supplies. Imagine a resume full of value-add accomplishments like this.

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Go Burrows

AUGUST 1, 2021

You recommend a one-page resume in chapter 17 of your book. 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? What does this say about the executive or the organization? THE LEADER ASSISTANT PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP.

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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.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2017

And Google has become the new resume. In a busy marketplace, not standing out is the same as being invisible.” ~ Seth Godin. It’s no secret the world has changed. You are doing more with less. Things are moving at the speed of light. The question is … what are you doing about it? How are you standing out?

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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. She told Libby, hey, why don’t you send your resume over to Oprah? And why would I ever trade NYC for Chicago?

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A Great Day's Work

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

I started my blog A Great Day’s Work to share resources with administrative professionals in an effort to help them be successful in their career and inspire them to lead in the workplace. Is there a professional association you would recommend administrative professionals join? Chico, California.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 22, 2024

Just like the print version of your professional portfolio, the social version includes proof of your work history, education and training, and specific skills you want to draw attention to. Experience: Use your resume to fill out the experience section but focus on specific accomplishments rather than just listing job duties.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 13, 2023

Whether you’re searching for a new job, making a case for a promotion or raise, showcasing your skills during your annual review, or simply want to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities that may come your way, a professional portfolio is an invaluable tool for any administrative professional.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 16, 2023

Whether you’re searching for a new job, making a case for a promotion or raise, showcasing your skills during your annual review, or simply want to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities that may come your way, a professional portfolio is an invaluable tool for any administrative professional.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

For more formal training, take a class or workshop. This adds to your performance review, resume, and skills. This will show your employer your interest in growth in the company and professional development. Again, the benefits will reflect positively on your performance review, resume, and add to your knowledge of skills.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 15, 2023

Whether you’re searching for a new job, making a case for a promotion or raise, showcasing your skills during your annual review, or simply want to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities that may come your way, a professional portfolio is an invaluable tool for any administrative professional.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

I also do not claim to give any medical, financial, psychological, veterinary, retail, personal training or HR advice, although at times it may seem like I think I know what Im talking about, it is just my opinion. If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Your professional portfolio is a representation of who you are and what you can do, supported by tangible evidence, such as work samples, visual aids, certificates, etc. 3 Types of Professional Portfolios There are three types of professional portfolios: print, social, and digital.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 6, 2023

Craft a compelling resume , update your LinkedIn profile, and create a professional portfolio that showcases your accomplishments. When you choose to curate your career, you can start from wherever you are and go anywhere you want to go professionally! Leverage Your Personal Brand. These resources can help.

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All Things Admin

JULY 24, 2024

Creating a strong professional portfolio is essential for showcasing your skills, experiences, and unique attributes as an administrative professional. There are a lot of elements that can be included in a professional portfolio. I always encourage admins to start with what they have available. StrengthsFinder 2.0

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All Things Admin

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

But for the purposes of this article, we’re just going to use the general term of professional portfolio. Your professional portfolio should contain a combination of these things: An updated copy of your resume. If you don’t have a professional portfolio yet, don’t panic. Cover letters. Letters of recommendation.

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