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Self Defense for Admins

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You have to be able to create a PowerPoint presentation, merge a document in Word, or create a report in Excel. Try the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP); this organization also has certification opportunities that are great resume enhancements. Get the knowledge you need. Get involved.

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College May Not be for Everyone, but Education is

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The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) OfficeArrow American Society of Administrative Professionals These are just to name a few. Microsoft Office is great for providing FREE tutorials online such as in computer software programs Excel, Word, and Powerpoint. Get certified.

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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. Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? Dealing in real time.

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New Hire Overload

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Your co-workers are probably all new to you, you dont know how to use the photocopier or fax machine and more importantly "where is the bathroom?" Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? ► June (3) ► May (7) ▼ April (4) New Hire Overload Happy Administrative Professionals' Day!

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That is not in my job description.

Laughing all the Way to Work

In my experience I have found that providing administrative support is whatever is needed to support your boss and make the office function efficiently. If you approach your boss in a professional manner with the problems clearly set out and possible solutions, it will come across much better. very informative entry! 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Guest Blogger: David B. Wright, Author

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Structure: This is like an elaborate version of your résumé, perhaps most easily done in PowerPoint. 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.