Remove Calendars Remove Events Remove Negotiating Remove Temping
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NOT, “Just An Admin!”

Office Dynamics

It began several years ago when I started working for Mr. H as a temp. He asked me to find a location, negotiate a lease, remodel the space if needed and take care of all interior decorating and procurement. At any given moment we are asked and expected to be: Calendar Managers. Negotiators. Creative Event Planners.

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Answering Reader Mail: Career Progression, Wearing Different Hats, and Realistic Expectations

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I'm pushed pretty far in terms of capacity on most days - one extra board meeting or event can result in a spiral of 60 hour weeks. EA work is typically admin work - phones, travels, calendars, expense reports, mtgs/luncheons, etc. Would hate to pass up this leadership opportunity if it could mean progression for me in the future.