All Things Admin

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Whether you’re looking to get your Certified Administrative Professional Certification, becoming a Microsoft Office Specialist, or exploring options that aren’t admin-specific , such as travel or event planning, it’s important that you go into the process with your eyes open, and a strategic course of action that will allow you to achieve your goal!

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 25, 2020

Update your professional portfolio. Take time to spruce up your resume and Linkedin profile with recent job titles, courses, and certifications that give you a competitive edge. When those projects pick back up, you’ll be organized and ready to go. This is a good time for self and career development courses.

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All Things Admin

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Your professional portfolio should contain a combination of these things: An updated copy of your resume. Photos or graphics to represent events, projects, organizing systems, etc. For instance: “These are some photos I took of the banquet I organized for the leadership team. Cover letters. Letters of recommendation.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 6, 2023

Invest in your professional growth by pursuing certifications, attending industry conferences, and participating in workshops or online courses. Develop an innovation mindset that embraces learning and new challenges as opportunities for personal and professional development. Network and Build Relationships.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 13, 2023

Consider enrolling in courses, attending workshops, pursuing certifications, or participating in relevant training programs to enhance your skill set. Such experiences allow you to build credibility, validate your interest, and expand your professional network. Adapt and Course Correct. Take Calculated Risks and Gain Experience.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 16, 2023

The Innovative Admin is an administrative professional who introduces, creates, or applies new or renewed ideas or methods of doing things to the office environment. I’ve been able to add to my skillset, expand my professional network, and take on new roles and responsibilities that improved my resume.

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A Great Day's Work

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

I started my blog A Great Day’s Work to share resources with administrative professionals in an effort to help them be successful in their career and inspire them to lead in the workplace. Is there a professional association you would recommend administrative professionals join? Chico, California.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 13, 2009

Take a course, if you already know the basics, go to the next tier and learn at the intermediate and expert levels. Enhance your resume and get the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification or Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Get the knowledge you need. Get involved. This doesnt look good to your superiors.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Youve posted your resume on all the top job boards plus the various industry-focused and niche job sites related to your type of work. Of course, youre going to take a different approach. Of course you can use the job description as a framework.

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The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

Organize then Prioritize. In order to effectively prioritize tasks, first you must organize your workspace. The ability to be organized allows you to focus and easily find documents and supplies you will need to complete projects. HP offers free online courses in a variety of subjects. Reward yourself.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 13, 2010

I like to be prepared and I find life just works better for me at home, work and even on the bus, when I am organized and ready for whatever is coming up. I organize my desk so everything is within easy reach and makes sense to the way I like to work. I too, love to be organized and it only makes sense to be prepared.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 10, 2009

I find the best way for me to keep my Inbox organized is to immediately deal with the e-mail when it arrives. Of course what works for me will probably not apply to you so you need to set up folders that apply to your working situation, but the fewer the better. Here are five buts you can do without: But I dont have time!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

Would you take a job just to get your foot in the door of an organization you really wanted to work for, even if it was a position that you didnt want to make a career out of? You should stay in the position for long enough to make what youve learned stick to be fair to yourself and the organization who hired you. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 13, 2009

In some organizations raises are tied to how well you do and it is also a record that is kept on your personnel file. We really dont have an excuse because it is becoming increasingly easy to take courses online. I have had great experiences learning online in interactive courses. I have found them to be really helpful.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 13, 2023

Whether you’re searching for a new job, making a case for a promotion or raise, showcasing your skills during your annual review, or simply want to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities that may come your way, a professional portfolio is an invaluable tool for any administrative professional.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

Each organization we work for will have their own acronyms that we have to get familiar with fairly quickly if you want to know what they are talking about. Posted by Patricia Robb at 11:50 AM Labels: acronyms at work , Administrative Assistant , administrative professional , initialisms , initials Reactions: 1 comments: Anonymoussaid.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

Of course you have to be prepared and know your stuff, but knowing you look good when you walk in the door will do wonders on how you present yourself. Is everything organized and in the proper place so when you need it you can just grab it? What about your work space? Is it neat and tidy? 23, 1 p.m. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 31, 2009

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 December, 2009 Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your New Year off with a laugh These are excerpts from a presentation I gave to my local International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) Chapter dinner meeting. Of course I had to tell everyone at the office. *

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2008

Of course we know that people like this are not the Queen and their self-importance is only from themselves, but they can sure make your life miserable while you are in their kingdom. The head of your organization can often set the tone for how the rest of the office functions. How can you survive in this kind of a working environment?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 29, 2008

I am planning a local fundraiser to help the family with the costs on November 15th, but of course it will be in Ottawa, Canada and I know most of you are elsewhere. Using a Bring-Forward System to Help Organize Your. Why I love my job? If you find some are outdated please let me know so I can remove them from this list.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

If a conference comes up and they are looking for someone to do the registration, we can step in and do that or we can organize it from start to finish. There comes a time when companies need to pony up the money and either pay for your training or pay for a professional instead of heaving everything off on the admin because theyre cheap.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 15 March, 2009 When you need it later: The Bring-Forward System My boss likes me to keep him organized and the way I do that is to have a system to bring forward items, which I then bring to his attention when he needs to see it. Lets enjoy our day together.© March 16, 2009 Patricia Robb said.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

I also had a reception to organize and I am never sure how many appetizers to order for everyone and normally go by what the hotel staff tell me I need, but I noticed there is always so much food left over that I tried something different this time. What a relief -- that was the best lunch I ever had. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 29, 2009

Of course my comments are limited because the subject matter is not my expertise, but he relies on my input and corrections to make the document look good. Going through some major organizing and filing here at our office and this is another 'a propos' topic that hits home. Very good article Patricia! THanks for sharing!

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