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100 words that will making minute taking a breeze

Practically Perfect PA

I printed these off and had them next to my keyboard whenever I was working through another set of meeting notes. Sometimes 50 words are not enough so I’ve listed 100 words that will make minute taking a breeze! Here they are… Acknowledged. As a result… Asked for. Assured.

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The Future of the Administrative Profession: Where do I Think We Are Headed?

Laughing all the Way to Work

New executives are computer savvy and are comfortable on a keyboard. The up and coming assistant will need to be knowledgeable and skilled in what they do and assertive in doing it. Having advanced level software skills will also be a must. The role of the secretary/assistant has always followed the needs of management.

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What ever happened to the "us" in Service?

Laughing all the Way to Work

We need to be assertive and show our bosses how much better they can function if the administrative jobs are taken care of by us. 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! Something to think about. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.