Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

This question hits particularly close to home for administrative professionals. What positive effect does this task have on my team and my organization? In my experience, when people fully understand their own value, they exude a much higher level of confidence in all that they do, and others naturally respond to this.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 19, 2019

Overflowing with secrets, tips, and tools of the profession, this book is a ready resource created by those who “walk the walk and talk the talk” of the complex administrative professional role. This book for administrative and executive assistants is filled with road maps for success, scoring quizzes, real-life stories and examples.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Unfortunately many assistants (also known as administrative professionals) are not taken seriously. In order to make the most of your administrative professional and advance your company’s mission, you need to treat your assistant like a partner and develop their skills on a daily basis. Have regular meetings.

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All Things Admin

MARCH 20, 2024

Fostering a culture of continuous improvement in procedures is vital for any organization aiming to stay efficient, competitive, and adaptive. You aren’t confident with some of the basic functions. From there, you can see the process more holistically and logically organize it. You’re not comfortable with pivot tables.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 14, 2016

Far too often, administrative professionals have a reputation of displaying jealousy. When you are strong and confident within yourself, you should easily rejoice in the success of a peer. Or if an administrative peer was given a special award within your organization, send a congratulatory e-mail.

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All Things Admin

MAY 18, 2022

As an administrative professional, you’re used to working behind the scenes. Highlighting your professional accomplishments can be intimidating, but be brave! Your achievements are worth sharing, and it can have a big impact on your career when you do it with authenticity and confidence! And that’s OK…most of the time.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

Do you wish you were more confident? Administrative Professionals Week and April is the perfect time to think about your career as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, and secretary. Learn to be a catalyst for change in your organization and it will catapult your reputation. More assertive?

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

These executive letters are one of the requirements for a Star Achievement Series® participant to receive their CEAP (Certified Executive Administrative Professional) designation. More confidence when addressing conflict in a way that leverages relationships. Cultivates professional networks that help us accomplish our goals.

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Admin Awards

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

To read this interview in Executive Support Magazine visit: [link] Sunny Nunan is the CEO and Founder of the Admin Awards in the USA, created in honor of her mother, a life-long administrative professional Can we start with a little background information? They’re what I call the unicorns of the organization.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

DECEMBER 31, 2023

She is an accomplished professional who holds the esteemed certification from IAAP as a Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) and specializes in Organizational Management. Sage recognizes the importance of being a stellar representation of the executive and the company.

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Executive Leadership Support Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

My salves are made with organic products and honey from local beekeepers. Inspiring others to be confident and walk in their confidence is what I love about my role. My confidence level has always been high, especially when I’m knowledgeable; my parents taught me this valuable lesson early on.

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Admin Awards

MAY 19, 2021

As 2021 Administrative Professional’s Month is once again behind us, I found myself really reflective this past year, on what it means to serve in a profession that means so much to so many of us. My whole life I’ve witnessed the passion and pride that Admins have for their Leaders, Organizations, and Profession.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 2, 2014

Now more than ever your company needs you to contribute to the organization by producing quality work, being a team player, improving work processes and sharing your knowledge. Many organizations are doing more work with fewer people. Senior Executives Have Higher Expectations of Administrative Staff. Build Confidence.

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Go Burrows

AUGUST 1, 2021

What does this say about the executive or the organization? How does this stay current with the times that most HR professionals now I’ve conferred with on LinkedIn have said up to 2 pages is perfectly acceptable? The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. CONNECT WITH ME. My LinkedIn.

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Eat Your Career

JUNE 12, 2017

First, MS Office is a very heavily used software suite and people in the administrative field are deeply reliant on it in many organizations. It makes sense that employers are willing to pay a bit more for administrative professionals who have already proven their advanced proficiency in these areas. Do you trust them?

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Go Burrows

MAY 9, 2021

Manager of Administrative Services at Comcast. She supports the newly named President of Xfinity and Central Division President, and leads a team of administrative professionals that support the Central Division Office. Aside from her career, Tara has a diverse array of talents and interests.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 24, 2015

When you are trying to create change, whether in a process or for the administrative community in your organization, it is much easier to be persuasive when there is a group. When administrative professionals work together, there is less duplication, resulting in savings to the company and increased profitability.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 3, 2023

For others, finding the confidence and courage to take action on their ideas is daunting. This mindset enables you to navigate the ever-changing business landscape with agility and confidence. For some, this comes easily. So how do you begin? Choose the Innovation Mindset.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Onboarding Agenda: A Blueprint for Success Having a well-planned and structured approach to onboarding new team members helps you ensure the important details are being covered, the right people are involved, and the new hire has a more organized and supportive start in their new role.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 6, 2019

Many organizations are now taking a different approach and implementing a “Frequent Feedback” model instead, where important career conversations take place more regularly, informally and throughout the year. Instead, you’ll feel confident and empowered to guide the conversation in the direction you want it to go. SIGN UP HERE.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

3 Types of Professional Portfolios There are three types of professional portfolios: print, social, and digital. But when you combine all three, you create your Comprehensive Professional Portfolio Strategy ®. When it comes to your annual performance review, you can’t beat the power of a professional portfolio.

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Executive Leadership Support Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

As an advocate for executive assistants’ access to professional development, Lacretia offers coaching services and has been a guest panelist at events dedicated to advancing administrative professionals. Best advice received: Do your best to leave [people or an organization] in a better position than how you found them.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 10, 2016

Wow, an organization that was actually focused on administrative professionals! After reading your wonderful book, I realized I was gravely mistaken. There was obviously much more to learn. At the end of the book, I was fortunate to find information on Office Dynamics.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

They need clear, confident instructions. As you demonstrate confidence, their confidence in you will grow. That way, the assistant can help organize and prioritize messages and respond to urgent requests on the executive’s behalf. They need you to teach them—and, in my experience, they need more than a gentle nudge.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 29, 2016

What are the core administrative competencies? Office Organization and Workspace Image. Professional Behavior and Attitude. Professional Development. I’m going to provide you with the same Administrative Professional Effectiveness Assessment. Appointment Coordination and Planning. Manager Support.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 2, 2015

Organization skills. Top Assistants List Qualities Of A Great Assistant. Good communication skills. Team player. Interpersonal communication skills. Detail oriented. Positive, can-do attitude. Ability to prioritize. Accountable. Trustworthy. Ability to remain calm under pressure. Excellent calendaring skills.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

Be a leader of the other administrative professionals in your organization. Or another idea is to start an administrative team and host monthly meetings. Toastmasters and other similar groups or classes build confidence and teach you how to communicate your thoughts in a way that is clear, concise and impactful.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 8, 2022

Once you’re confident that everything is in order, then you can include the website address on your resume, business cards, social media profiles (especially LinkedIn), and professional association profiles. Keep an eye out for typos, grammatical errors, and anything that looks off.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 16, 2012

Annual Blog-a-thon for Administrative Professionals. We are holding 4th Annual Blog-a-thon for the Administrative Profession. To learn more about the blog-a-thon and how you can win great prizes check out the Administrative Professional's Blog-a-thon Page for the full message. Welcome to the Who Took My Pen.

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Audacious Admin

AUGUST 15, 2016

Executive Secretary LIVE is the world's leading international event for senior and aspiring Administrative Professionals & Executive Assistants! Co-Facilitated By: Debbi Shaffer, Anita Maginniss, Susan Leahy Administrative Professionals are crucial to the success of both the executives they support and their companies.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 25, 2022

I enjoy organizing, scheduling events and meetings, as well as being value-added to those that I assist. While studying for my bachelor’s degree at Robert Morris University, I maintained a student role working as an administrative assistant for admissions. To my surprise, I loved the work.

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My EA Career

JANUARY 8, 2024

Consider it a bit of ‘Vitamin Liz’ supporting you to march into 2024 feeling more confident and with self insight. I’d love you to consider them from both a personal and a professional standpoint. As an EA or Administrative Professional you are an individual contributor. The questions are simple.

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My EA Career

JANUARY 8, 2024

Consider it a bit of ‘Vitamin Liz’ supporting you to march into 2024 feeling more confident and with self insight. I’d love you to consider them from both a personal and a professional standpoint. As an EA or Administrative Professional you are an individual contributor. The questions are simple.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

If you’re still struggling with time management, organization, professional presence, and communication, focus on amplifying your skills in these key areas. The more you can self-manage and work independently, the more valuable you become to your executive(s) and the organization. There’s no substitution for mastery.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 1, 2012

She has also held a board member position for the last two years with the Administrative Professionals Conference (APC) and is certified to teach both the Level I and Level II Star Achievement Series an administrative program. The Next Generation Administrative Professional. What is Debbie going to share with us?

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2012

What steps would we like our leadership team to take in creating stronger partnerships with their administrative partners? How can our organization simultaneously elevate performance, increase job satisfaction, and develop this integral portion of employees? In their professional direction. Win/Win a guest blog by Pamela J.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

She also shared tips for creating more fun in the workplace while effectively juggling the myriad responsibilities of a top administrative professional. But if that’s true, then why do most administrative professionals continue to operate in silos when collaboration is so good for business?

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