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Are Professional Certifications Worth It?

Eat Your Career

One question I get a lot is around the topic of professional certifications. After all, professional certifications cost hundreds—if not thousands—of dollars. So, do professional certifications actually have a measurable career payoff? Recommended Resource: Straight Talk About Salaries (Recorded Webinar).

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The Good, Better, Best of Professional Development for Admins

Jen Lawrence

Despite being offered a six-figure salary, I politely declined. Because being respected and valued at work is more important than a high salary. Yes, a high salary may provide me with the opportunity to have a cushier life. So you may be thinking, “Does offering training really counterbalance a less than stellar salary?”

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6 Ways to Add Value to Your Organization & Advance Your Career

Eat Your Career

Your company pays you a salary and they expect a return. Take for example an administrative professional whose role it is to purchase office supplies. Sure, this person could simply follow the standard procedure, place orders for items requested from approved vendors, and ensure the purchased products are received.