The Office Professionals Place
AUGUST 13, 2009
Take a course, if you already know the basics, go to the next tier and learn at the intermediate and expert levels. Enhance your resume and get the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification or Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Get involved.
The Office Professionals Place
JULY 16, 2010
Learn something new. There are many websites that offer free online learning. Then bring those skills back to the workplace and show your employer what you have learned and how you can apply those skills to your job. This adds to your performance review, resume, and skills. Learn from mistakes. Reward yourself.
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The Office Professionals Place
NOVEMBER 4, 2009
Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Youve posted your resume on all the top job boards plus the various industry-focused and niche job sites related to your type of work. And youve been following all the best career advice and job search tips youve read, heard, learned, and developed.
Professional Assistant Blog
MARCH 28, 2008
After speaking with you and the group, I believe that I would be a perfect candidate for this position, offering the quick learning and adaptability that is needed for a diversified position. Basic membership is free and you can post your resume online for many prospective employers to see.
Laughing all the Way to Work
SEPTEMBER 20, 2009
Fax Blasts I remember someone from my IAAP Chapter asked me to fax the notice of our Chapter dinner to a list of about 60 companies to promote it. I dont know about you, but when I get these "flyer" type faxes, they go immediately in the recycle bin. Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.
The Office Professionals Place
NOVEMBER 25, 2009
So you can’t attend every workshop or seminar, surf the internet, there are many FREE programs available online at sites like HP Learning Center and Microsoft. Not only are you improving your skills and adding to your resume, you are making yourself more indispensable and an asset to your company or the next one.
Laughing all the Way to Work
APRIL 27, 2009
Your co-workers are probably all new to you, you dont know how to use the photocopier or fax machine and more importantly "where is the bathroom?" Be kind to your new hires and available to answer their questions and help them learn the ropes. I think people forget how overwhelming everything can be when you start a new job.
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