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The evolution of today's administrative professional

The Office Professionals Place

In a recent article by The Atlantic, a successful Chicago office manager, Debra Leonard-Porch talks about her professional journey being a part of the evolution. Today’s administrative professional has morphed into a diverse office employee who wears many hats, essentially running the office.

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Ep 204: Whitney Kelso on Networking, Boundaries, and Taking Risks

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

Previously Whitney has worked in workforce development as both the Office Manager and the Business Service Assistant. She has her CAP and Pace Certifications, with the Organizational Management and Meeting and Events Planning add-on certifications. She resides in Virginia Beach, VA with her husband and three crazy Australian Shepherds.

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Confessions of a Micro-Manager

Laughing all the Way to Work

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 4 October, 2009 Confessions of a Micro-Manager Who would want to work for a micro-manager? Here are some reasons I think managers can get possessive: Im not sure I can trust you. A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I never wanted to be a manager.

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Managing the Micromanager

The Office Professionals Place

Monday, August 24, 2009 Managing the Micromanager The job description did not include managing a micromanager. Some managers feel that they would do the project themselves just so they know it will get done their way. If others are involved in the project, cc your manager on emails so that they are kept in the "loop."

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Managing your Boss's Inbox

Laughing all the Way to Work

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 August, 2009 Managing your Bosss Inbox Nowadays our bosses are busy almost 24/7 and in order to cope they need our help managing their e-mail account. Your role may be just to unclutter their Inbox so they can better manage the important items. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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What Are Some Great Networking Groups for Assistants?

Office Dynamics

International Association of Administrative Professionals/IAAP). I've belonged to IAAP for several years, but would like to know if there are any others?" - Maureen. Tags: Career Management Networking. Please feel free to add your comments for Maureen here.

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Dealing with Workplace PMS - Poor Management System

The Office Professionals Place

Poor Management System Do you feel as though your company does not value you as an employee? Does it seem like management does not support its employees by not offering incentives for growth and professional development? Showing resistance or negativity will make your job harder and ultimately upper management will see it.