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State of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

I know she does not know but needs to learn this skill in order to succeed every day.”. Continuing, she explained there were several issue areas: Seasoned assistants (not being seasoned, but the fact that all that knowledge will retire in 5-7 years) who will replace them? Encourage cross-mentoring. Young Generation.

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State of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

I know she does not know but needs to learn this skill in order to succeed every day.”. Continuing, she explained there were several issue areas: Seasoned assistants (not being seasoned, but the fact that all that knowledge will retire in 5-7 years) who will replace them? Encourage cross-mentoring. Young Generation.

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44 Ways to Kick-Start Your New Year

Success

I want my financial future to be bright and to have no worries when I’m older and ready to retire. Find a mentor. I’ve learned that my daily choices make a big difference in my long-term happiness. Ask questions of mentors and peers. Schedule a regular date night on your calendar with your spouse. Attend training.

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Answering Reader Mail: The Other Assistant Isn't As Qualified - Should I Express My Interest?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I've worked for him for 2 years, and recently I learned his boss is being replaced. This person is not bringing their assistant, and I've learned they will get the assistant to her predecessor. Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee. Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee. This is a bad idea!

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The Power of the Strategic Partnership Whitepaper

Admin Awards

For Kathleen Earley, who recently retired as Executive Assistant to the President and CFO Emeritus at Salesforce and spent 50 years as an Admin, it’s all about staying ahead. ” BE READY TO LEARN. Early on, Earley learned that you don’t work for someone, you work with them. The Power of the Strategic Partnership.

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The Future of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

Others could no longer afford to retire. I would like “secretary” to be a retired title that just goes away. Competencies – Calendaring, travel, task organization, projects. Cross-training, Mentoring – Open your heart and be a mentor to others. What’s in a name? There are more than 40 titles in the profession.

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Bored to Tears at Work - Help!

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

If I had more work to do and would be learning along the way, I would stay. Right now I just put things on his calendar and order food. Aside from someone to love, something to do (job, a hobby, or life calling), you also need something to look forward to, and something where you learn and grow that is not too easy but not too hard.