Office Dynamics

MAY 3, 2018

Unfortunately, burnout is real, it’s draining, emotional, stressful and typically affects both professional and personal lives. As an administrative professional for the past 20 plus years, I have learned how important it is to avoid burnout in one of the largest career fields in the world. Connection brings comfort and control.

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Administrative Professionals Stress Environment Retirement 189

Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2018

More and more, administrative professionals are asking my opinion on having a certification. I have seen young people in the profession who are smart, bright and great administrative or personal executive assistants who are very successful. The need for interpersonal skills is at an all-time high and its prominence will grow.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

I am thankful for the new skills I have received and the old skills I have improved. I have attended many seminars and workshops which have given me new insights. So you can’t attend every workshop or seminar, surf the internet, there are many FREE programs available online at sites like HP Learning Center and Microsoft.

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IAAP Filing Health Mentoring 100

The Office Professionals Place

JULY 16, 2010

Look for ways to improve your professional development within your industry or field. Enroll in a class or attend a seminar. You cannot expect to succeed if you don’t keep your skills up to date. This adds to your performance review, resume, and skills. Be proactive. Self teaching is easy via the internet.

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Stress 2010 Filing Resume 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 13, 2009

As wonderful as online learning can be, going to a live conference or seminar with other assistants is something that you should try to do a few times a year. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style!

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Time Zones IAAP 2009 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2008

I also learned at a "Working Smarter with Microsoft Outlook" seminar that we should not use e-mails as urgent requests. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! This little tip has been a huge time-saver for me.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones IAAP International 2008 100