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Job descriptions for Personal Assistants – Merited or inherited?

Practically Perfect PA

When the printer/scanner/fax breaks down I am ultimately the person who troubleshoots and fixes the machine in question. The global tribe of administrative professionals is largely female at 98%. Life does not come with a rule book. One consistent ad hoc duty for me throughout my career has been ‘maintenance woman’.

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The Advertising Game

Laughing all the Way to Work

Fax Blasts I remember someone from my IAAP Chapter asked me to fax the notice of our Chapter dinner to a list of about 60 companies to promote it. I dont know about you, but when I get these "flyer" type faxes, they go immediately in the recycle bin. I finally had a chance to sit down and read your book over the holiday.

Fax 100
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A Test of Your Professionalism: Will You Pass?

The Office Professionals Place

I would highly suggest that both new and more "seasoned" administrative professionals print this out and keep it close by. Desk Demon OfficeArrow Office Dynamics The Professional Assistant Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant Green Office Tips of the Week Save Energy 1.

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College May Not be for Everyone, but Education is

The Office Professionals Place

The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) OfficeArrow American Society of Administrative Professionals These are just to name a few. Visit [link] The IAAP offers the Certified Administrative Professional and the Certified Professional Secretary certifications.

IAAP 100
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Self Defense for Admins

The Office Professionals Place

Get this months book choice, Messages by Drs. Try the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP); this organization also has certification opportunities that are great resume enhancements. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. You have to hear and understand people.

IAAP 100
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If You Want Something Done, Thank Others for What They Do

The Office Professionals Place

I completely forgot to book his room - I know, total F-up. It took her a few weeks, but she worked her magic and got him booked! I tend to book for these events the moment the announcement comes out. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. I sent her a personal note and a gift card to say thank you.

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What Are You Thankful For?

The Office Professionals Place

The other alternative to the internet is - pick up a book! My favorites are the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey, Messages: The Communications Skills Book by Dr. Matthew McKay, and Become an Inner Circle Assistant by Joan Burge. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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