Administrative Professionals, Confidence, Resources and Resume

Ep 154: Crafting the Perfect Resume for Executive Assistants and Administrative Professionals

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

Your resume is an 8.5-by-11 How are you supposed to stand out in a crowded marketplace in which everyone’s resumes look so similar? This episode features an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. Not even color. Just black and white.

Administrative Professionals

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Preparing for a Smooth Transition: 4 Tips for Retiring Administrative Professionals

All Things Admin

JUNE 28, 2023

As an administrative professional, you’ve spent years (or even decades) supporting your executive and keeping the office running smoothly. You need to document your key processes and responsibilities so that your successor can step into the position with confidence. Show them your favorite tech tools and online resources.

Administrative Professionals

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Should I get certified as an administrative professional?

Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 31, 2014

Although demand is high for qualified, knowledgeable administrative professionals, it’s easy to get lost in the crowd. Did you know that in the United States alone, there are over 4 million jobs in the administrative field, including those for executive assistants and administrative assistants like yourself?

Administrative Professionals

Administrative Professionals Confidence Skills Resume

Start Here. Go Anywhere. You Decide! Navigating Career Transitions with Confidence

All Things Admin

JUNE 13, 2023

Utilize online resources, industry publications, and professional networking platforms to gather insights and gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities available to you. Before you start applying for new positions, make sure your portfolio is up to date with your current resume, work samples, certifications, etc.

Confidence

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Empowering Tips for the Administrative and Executive Assistant – Part 2

Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2019

In part one of “ Empowering Tips ” I mentioned that the word Empower is not only the theme of the 26 th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence, it is used in a variety of situations and conversations. As much as confidence is a key component to embracing and defining your own empowerment, courage is another major component.

Administrative Professionals

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5 Steps to Creating Your Digital Portfolio

All Things Admin

JUNE 8, 2022

It’s an easy way to share your resume, work samples, credentials, and anything else that you want to showcase about your professional life. Plus, you can include a link to your professional portfolio website at the top of your resume, which is an instant attention-grabber! These five simple steps can help. Certifications.

Resume

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4 Ways to Leverage Your Comprehensive Professional Portfolio Strategy

All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Your professional portfolio is a representation of who you are and what you can do, supported by tangible evidence, such as work samples, visual aids, certificates, etc. 3 Types of Professional Portfolios There are three types of professional portfolios: print, social, and digital. Performance Reviews.

Resume

Resume Interviewing Cover Letter Mentoring

Do You Have the Desire for Learning and Growth?

A Great Day's Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Do you believe your cover letter and resume would be pulled by the Human Resources staff to schedule an interview among the hundreds of applicants? When was the last time you added a new skill, key responsibility, certification, or degree to your resume? The world of work is changing!

Learning

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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

Be confident. To be able to network, you must have confidence. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Be a good listener.

Networking

Networking Time Zones IAAP International

Go with your gut feeling!

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

I read something that made me pause, but because I was in a big hurry and felt confident that the other person was covering that base, I let it go. I am not sure if it would have changed the outcome, but at least I would feel confident that I flagged it for my boss. It is wise to take a moment and evaluate the situation.

Time Zones

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When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off to work I go.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

Polish up the ol resume It is all right to send your resume out and see what kind of response you get. In this new age of not doing anything more than a quick spell check on documents, make sure you do not have any spelling mistakes in your resume. I also like people to show confidence by shaking my hand. 411 Look Up 411.ca

Time Zones

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Confessions of a Micro-Manager

Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I just did not have confidence that this person was going to be able to assist me. I always have more confidence something will get done when I see it being written down. Here are some reasons I think managers can get possessive: Im not sure I can trust you.

Management

Management Time Zones IAAP International

The Little Engine That Could.

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

So I started to say Yes and it was a real confidence booster. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. But when I turned 40 I told myself that I would regret not doing it if I didnt try and what was the worst thing that could happen anyway? 23, 1 p.m.

Self Esteem

Self Esteem Time Zones IAAP International

It's all in how you feel

Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

Buying a new outfit or wearing a freshly dry-cleaned suit will go a long way to increasing your confidence level. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. It puts you in the right frame of mind for what you are doing and then you can get down to business. 23, 1 p.m.

Time Zones

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We don't know what we don't know

Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

If you are the presenter you have to study and know your subject well which helps you to be more confident in what you know and you also gain experience in making presentations which can help you in your career. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP 2010 International

Writing when you don't know what you're talking about.

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. I will not say I am the perfect minute taker, but it is something I now have confidence in doing. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes

When taking initiative isn't the best thing.

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

I always feel more confident when a new hire asks me a question and gets all the information before proceeding. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. I dont see it as a weakness, but as a strength. 411 Look Up 411.ca would versus could You are what you read.

Time Zones

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Meeting preparation.

Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

I feel confident as I check off each item that things will be done on time. Posted by Patricia Robb at 10:02 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , board meetings , checklists , preparing for a meeting , to-do lists Reactions: 3comments: Foley-In-Charge said. No surprises! Choose New.

Agenda

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It's Lonely in the Corner Office.

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

I am good at some things, but not as confident in other things. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. You have to be respectful of your neighbours. If you have ever worked in a cube you will know what I mean. For instance, I am horrible at collating.

Time Zones

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Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Today's.

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

This is something you really need to experiment with and you will gain more confidence to order less and know there will be enough food. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP Negotiating International

Are you worried about job security?

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

Be selective and go for the job that is the right fit and that you have confidence you can do. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. Having the right people in the right job is a good combination and makes for a productive team. The same can be said for employees.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP International Meeting Minutes

On the job tips for new Admins.

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

It also eases your bosss mind when they see you write it down, it gives them confidence it will be taken care of. Posted by Patricia Robb at 8:41 PM Labels: Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , being professional , professional assistant , working smart Reactions: 4comments: Evesaid.

Time Zones

Time Zones IAAP International 2009

When you need it later: The Bring-Forward System

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

They will have confidence that you have a plan and that things wont slip through the cracks and will be able to relax and let you do your job. I am not responsible for the content on any sites I have linked to as a resource or linked to in my articles. 411 Look Up 411.ca would versus could You are what you read.

Time Zones

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Ep 154: Crafting the Perfect Resume for Executive Assistants and Administrative Professionals

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When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off to work I go.

Confessions of a Micro-Manager

The Little Engine That Could.

It's all in how you feel

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Writing when you don't know what you're talking about.

When taking initiative isn't the best thing.

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It's Lonely in the Corner Office.

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Are you worried about job security?

On the job tips for new Admins.

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