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Beyond the Org Chart: How Procedures Elevate Leadership in Administrative Professionals

All Things Admin

In the evolving 21 st century workplace, the role of administrative professionals (APs) has undergone significant transformation. Anticipating a medical leave, Lá Shawn Sandifer crafted an administrative procedures binder to ensure continuity in her absence. As a result, she felt more confident about covering for me.

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

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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.

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Should I get certified as an administrative professional?

Office Dynamics

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?

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The Administrative Professional: A Vital, Yet Overlooked Contributor

Office Dynamics

Administrative professionals are strategic partners in business success. Administrative” cannot be separated from “professional.”. We work each day toward a world where the administrative is highly-valued. .” Most administrative professionals do not know how to plan their career or manager their development.

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International Women’s Day 2020 – A Message From Julie Reed

Office Dynamics

In a recent interview, I was asked, “What motivates you to be an Administrative Professional Trainer and Coach”? Joan Burge , Founder & CEO of Office Dynamics International, is known as the pioneer of the administrative training industry. Sunday, March 8. I made it clear: I am passionate about my career of choice.

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

All Things Admin

In addition to these tips, I highly recommend that you pay attention to two key tools in your administrative toolkit: your strategic career plan and your professional portfolio. Stay flexible and embrace the innovation mindset required to navigate the challenges and uncertainties that come with change.

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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

All Things Admin

As administrative professionals, managing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial for ensuring smooth operations. And it helps build confidence and trust with everyone you work with. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the technology and tools available to help us do our work.