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The Good, Better, Best of Professional Development for Admins

Jen Lawrence

I walked out of an interview with the CEO of a major biomedical company because he didn’t believe in investing in admins. Despite being offered a six-figure salary, I politely declined. Because being respected and valued at work is more important than a high salary. IAAP Summit. What was I thinking? Was I crazy?

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Is it that time of the year already?

Laughing all the Way to Work

I have asked for a raise however, but it was after I considered a move somewhere else and wasnt sure I wanted to go, so gave my employer a chance to match the new salary and they did. Sharron Buttler CPS/CAP President, Ontario Division IAAP When I received the book (on a Friday), I took it home for the weekend and could barely put it down.I

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Experience vs. a university degree part two

Practically Perfect PA

The CPS certification from IAAP was a very positive step which encouraged me to finish my BA degree. That’s when I turned to IAAP and am currently working towards my CAP-OM certification. I love learning, and I don’t think that you can ever know enough. I have taken several courses and classes. No, just experience.

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