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The Admin’s Guide to Career Organization

All Things Admin

What I’ve found over time is a lot of people don’t take the time to properly organize the documents and materials that support their career growth and development. Most admins have a resume, but not many consider it a living document. Showcase your skills. LinkedIn allows you to list your skills, as well as honors and awards.

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10 Apps for Administrative Productivity and Organization

Office Dynamics

Cloud-Based File Storage: Tired of attaching documents to emails and relying on track changes to keep up with multiple people editing the same files? It not only lets you check the time in any part of the world, it also shows you color-coded business hours in your specified time zone, making it easier to schedule meeting times.

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“Who, me, network?” Build Confidence in Your Networking Skill!

Office Dynamics

The great thing is that networking is a “soft skill” that can be learned by anyone. Networking comes under the heading of a life-long skill builder. We are all somewhere on the continuum of networking skill strength. And no matter how good you grow at this, you can always set a stretch goal to grow a bit more in this area.

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“Who, me, network?” Build Confidence in Your Networking Skill!

Office Dynamics

The great thing is that networking is a “soft skill” that can be learned by anyone. Networking comes under the heading of a life-long skill builder. We are all somewhere on the continuum of networking skill strength. And no matter how good you grow at this, you can always set a stretch goal to grow a bit more in this area.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. Highlight WIFM (what’s in it for me) and help them to see that you will gain skills and knowledge that will be essential for future growth. The role has changed and so must we. Internal & External Training.

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For Administrative Professionals, Efficiency Is the Name of the Game: Utilizing Automated Services

Office Dynamics

Administrative professionals play a critical role within companies – one that demands a great deal of organization and skill across a wide range of areas. After more than a decade of work with administrative professionals, it’s clear that their role has evolved and expanded significantly in recent years.

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Administrative/Clerical: 5 Ways to Make Your Workspace an Oasis

Office Dynamics

Administrative and clerical positions require focus, diligence, and superior workplace organization skills to keep the office running at full speed, but a workplace that feels impersonal or distracting can disrupt productivity and efficiency. Optimize your desk by tackling documents and Post-it notes that take up precious surface space.

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