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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. Mr. W’s confidence in me propelled my performance to a new level. Years later, I was working for Mr. K, by this time I had much more experience and was confident in my capabilities. I was a change agent, confidant and advisor. Public Relation Managers.

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Beyond the Org Chart: How Procedures Elevate Leadership in Administrative Professionals

All Things Admin

Before leaving, I was able to spend a few days going over the binder with my temp. As a result, she felt more confident about covering for me. Communication Skills : Recommending improvements and sharing knowledge requires clear and effective communication, ensuring that valuable insights are accessible and actionable.

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Breaking down Minutes: The Art of Minute Taking

Who's the Real Boss?

From proper formal Board minutes, to taking down the highlights or actions, as an experienced EA you need to be able to delve into your bag of tricks to bring out the right skills for minuting each and every meeting. So, start reading! If you understand what you’re hearing and writing, the task won’t seem as daunting.

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The Full Interview - The Person Behind the Professional

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Tell us your story on how you went from temping in LA to being the EA of high-profile CEOs. I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. But in reality – the most useful skill that opened a lot of doors for me were my soft skills. So I left that temp gig and went to work for the CEO.