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Focusing on Providing Exceptional Service as an Administrative Professional

Office Dynamics

I have shared several discussions about this topic with my peers throughout my years as an administrative professional. Stating facts about your performance is a form of professionalism and confidence. Research titles and job descriptions at similar companies to present suggestions to your manager.

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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. At the completion of the first initiative, I will present the guide to other administrative staff in my association to get them on board.

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Dana’s Administrative Professional Advice – Ask an Admin

Office Dynamics

From Ernan: When we created Ask an Admin we had hopes that we’d get questions from administrative professionals having trouble finding answers to their problems. We also hoped that we’d get answers from administrative assistants and executive assistants that wanted to help.

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Introduction to Procedures: Usage, Terminology, and Tips for Getting Started

All Things Admin

Administrative professionals come at procedures from many different knowledge levels. Example: A webinar prep checklist for presenters , listing critical tasks and system checks before speaking. Some know procedures in and out and have been using them successfully for years; others are starting from square one.

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An Introduction to Google Workspace

All Things Admin

Google Workspace is a collaboration and productivity suite, similar to Microsoft 365, that allows you to create and share documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, manage your email, and attend virtual meetings. It’s browser-based, which means everything is done directly from your web browser.

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How to Use Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Apps to Document Your Procedures

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Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides While you may not need a formal presentation app for your procedures, Microsoft PowerPoint is very useful for creating audio, video, and capturing screen recordings to help with your procedures documentation. It will insert it into the slide you have open. Need Help Starting Your Procedures?

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Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement

All Things Admin

For example, let’s say you spend three hours each week assembling the weekly sales reports in Excel to present at the Monday morning team meeting. Even if there aren’t any set goals, you know your job better than anyone. Look for areas where you know you can improve. You’re not comfortable with pivot tables.