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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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When she was a junior in high school, Arrington founded the nonprofit ScholarCHIPS, an organization that provides college scholarships, mentoring, mental health support and a peer support network to children of incarcerated parents. Network for her community work with ScholarCHIPS.

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Donald Kelly—The Sales Evangelist—Is Out to Create a Community of World-Class Sellers

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Although Jamaica has an excellent education system, it’s still a third-world country with a third-world economy, Kelly says. selling peanuts, or having a little restaurant,” he says. Kelly got his first real sales gigs during college, where he did timeshare presentations and worked for Dish Network. You created opportunities.”.

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Experts Weigh in on 17 Investments for a Rich Life

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Invest in education. When it comes to spending money to enrich your life, education should be a greater priority than entertainment, says Steve Siebold, speaker and author of How Rich People Think. Budget for professional association dues—you want to build your network before you need it.”. Plan to eat out at least once a week.

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Black History Month Interview Series: Lacretia Adamski

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Lacretia Caldwell Adamski has 1 5 years of experience supporting C-Suite executives in multiple industries including SaaS, health administration, and higher education. I’ve always enjoyed the challenge of recreating restaurant dishes at home. Meet Lacretia Adamski , Senior Executive Assistant at Salesforce.

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Getting buy in from the boss

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No matter how heavy your workload is… Everyone can and should be a Networker.” Have the confidence to take the lead, be proactive and have a conversation with your boss. Illustrate the benefits of networking with peers and the exchange of best practice. Membership to Networking Clubs & Associations.

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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Laughing all the Way to Work

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. . Be confident. Be a good listener.

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What can assistants expect in 2015?

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Technology now allows individuals easier access to new opportunities and recruitment agencies are much more adapt at targeting the right candidates through social media and networking websites. Assistant networking and events. Last year saw a variety of networking events and conferences for assistants.

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