Eat Your Career

MARCH 4, 2019

As a proud former administrative professional—and a current admin trainer and coach—I believe that support professionals can play an invaluable role in the workplace. There is a wide array of roles that qualify as “administrative” in nature, and a wide variety of people who occupy them. Manage Projects.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 1, 2020

You worked with a budget. 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 volunteer for any special projects? • You made detailed packing lists.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2015

The Future of the Administrative Profession – Surviving or Thriving? Changing the Lives of Administrative Professionals Since 1990. Before the crisis, the administrative profession operated differently. Training budgets were ample; opportunity for advancement sparkled like diamonds for the taking.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Work ahead on your projects? If possible, tie your request to the beginning of the fiscal year or budget cycle. When your employer sees the results of training and professional development, they’re more likely to approve your next request. There may not be budget money in this quarter/year. Prepare Your Business Case.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 4, 2023

Hoppers can become more productive and efficient by eliminating interruptions and distractions, focusing on their top three priorities for the day, breaking large projects into smaller chunks, setting self-imposed due dates, and ensuring that there’s plenty of flexibility in their schedule for when they need a change of pace.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Other times, we’re simply drained after being tapped for a major undertaking or high stress project. Assess the barriers: are they your employer’s (limited jobs or budget) or your own (lack of credentials or experience)? If inexperience is holding you back, approach someone whose work you admire and ask him/her to mentor you.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

This is a critical time for administrative professionals and executive assistants! This would be a good time to send a hand-written thank-you note to your mentor, those you’ve networked with, or that colleague who recommended a great book or suggestion for growth. Who this year has been beneficial to you and your career?

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