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State of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

Joan first focused on the five components of Adminology’s Formula for success: past/present, skill set, optimization and the future. I know she does not know but needs to learn this skill in order to succeed every day.”. In the 1960’s and 70’s, women were only able to work as nurses, teachers or secretaries. Young Generation.

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State of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

Joan first focused on the five components of Adminology’s Formula for success: past/present, skill set, optimization and the future. I know she does not know but needs to learn this skill in order to succeed every day.”. In the 1960’s and 70’s, women were only able to work as nurses, teachers or secretaries. Young Generation.

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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

Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee. 4) The previous assistant does not want to lose any important benefits/tenure/seniority at the previous company whether they be retirement savings, vacation accrual rate, or misc perks they would lose. Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee.

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The Power of the Strategic Partnership Whitepaper

Admin Awards

The skills and attributes necessary to be successful as a Strategic Partner. – How do you help Executives understand how you can serve them as a Strategic Partner? . She’s worked in various industries, from banking to real estate to venture capital, but the common thread has been finding a mentor who promotes professional growth.

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The Future of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

Others could no longer afford to retire. Demonstrate your leadership skills. I would like “secretary” to be a retired title that just goes away. Competencies – Calendaring, travel, task organization, projects. These are fundamentals, critical foundational skills needed to fully mature your career. What’s in a name?

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Bored to Tears at Work - Help!

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Right now I just put things on his calendar and order food. When you leave your job, other companies will only consider you for jobs of equal or higher pay and skills. Volunteer and mentor online by being an email pen pal. Many people think working at a t.v. station is glamorous but it's just like working anywhere else.

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The Admin’s Impact on Employee Morale & Culture Whitepaper

Admin Awards

Moderated by: Cynthia Young, Retired Executive & Culture Builder – UT Southwestern, Ambit Energy & Southwest Airlines. – Nancy Nordberg, Retired Executive Assistant to the CEO, Maxim Integrated. ‘I have this big project, he’s not letting me on his calendar, how can I remedy that?’ FIND A MENTOR.