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The evolution of today's administrative professional

The Office Professionals Place

In addition to a growing population of office personnel, job duties and responsibilities will also escalate, which will require more skills, experience, and education. In a recent article by The Atlantic, a successful Chicago office manager, Debra Leonard-Porch talks about her professional journey being a part of the evolution.

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Executive Assistant Best Job of 2012

Office Dynamics

Education and Preparation: Because executive assistants work alongside company executives, employers are increasingly seeking applicants with college degrees, and degrees directly pertaining to the company's specified business or industry will give applicant's an advantage over the competition. But what most AEAP members stress is honesty. "Be

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The Good, Better, Best of Professional Development for Admins

Jen Lawrence

As the manager or HR business partner, I implore you to proactively offer these benefits. Good: Professional Organization Membership and Continuing Education. Association of Executive and Administrative Professionals (AEAP). In our modern world, continuing education can be completed nearly anywhere at any time.