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Assistant Certifications: free webinar replay & handout

Office Dynamics

As the assistant wanting to get approval, you would fill in the Goal/Learning Objectives column and then present that to your executive and show the benefits of each. It goes back to what I said about your career goals and aspirations. You can get the designations that Brenda mentioned from IAAP which are the CAP and OM.

IAAP 100
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“Who, me, network?” Build Confidence in Your Networking Skill!

Office Dynamics

And no matter how good you grow at this, you can always set a stretch goal to grow a bit more in this area. Being a member of IAAP is a great place! Bring business cards to an event or IAAP meeting, and set a goal to get or give a certain number before or after the meeting. Next, prepare a short introduction of yourself.

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“Who, me, network?” Build Confidence in Your Networking Skill!

Office Dynamics

And no matter how good you grow at this, you can always set a stretch goal to grow a bit more in this area. Being a member of IAAP is a great place! Bring business cards to an event or IAAP meeting, and set a goal to get or give a certain number before or after the meeting. Next, prepare a short introduction of yourself.

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What Are You Thankful For?

The Office Professionals Place

The holidays are quickly approaching and this is the time of year when we reflect on our successes and goals and also begin thinking about what we can do to reach the next level the following year. My advice is to grab a member and become a mentor or get mentored! Lets grow together! Or do you have a question, call a member!

IAAP 100
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Administrative Assistant Conference Speaker Lisa Olsen

Office Dynamics

She has advised women on professional image, self-confidence and leadership skills and has been a mentor to adult students returning to the workplace. Much has been written about the elusive goal of work-life balance. The Myths and Truths of Finding Balance. Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.”

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Career Blogging: A new way of marketing yourself

Laughing all the Way to Work

I was surprised at how easy it was for me to talk about my goals and thoughts about what I was looking for in a career. I have gained confidence in what I do from reading and writing about it. I try to encourage other admins to start thinking of themselves as professionals who have something to write and talk about. See you on the blog.

IAAP 100
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Getting your foot in the door.

Laughing all the Way to Work

My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets If a more experienced assistant comes alongside you and provides mentoring - dont refuse it. Lets enjoy our day together.© © Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 10 May, 2009 Getting your foot in the door.