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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

All Things Admin

Here’s how you can implement color coding: Physical Files : Use colored folders or labels to differentiate between different projects or document types. I love translucent colored poly pockets combined with colored file folders to create instant visual distinction of what’s waiting for me each day in my priority sorter.

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How to Track Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to Maintain Professional Certifications

Eat Your Career

When someone is certified, it means they’ve not only demonstrated competence in the relevant material; they’ve also participated in continued learning to stay up-to-date on the topics. Once you earn your degree, you have no obligation to continue learning in that field. Some certifications accept a wide variety of learning activities.

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How To Hire And Manage Freelancers, According To Experts

Allwork

And the key to good management — freelance or otherwise — is communication. Clear communication up front, and continuing conversation through regular check-ins and transparent project management helps streamline workflows and prevent confusion. Develop a file-sharing system. ‍ Not sure when this applies?

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Core Administrative Skills Always Need Improving

Office Dynamics

Basics include: travel planning, appointment coordination, meeting preparation, all facets of communication, organizational skills, and time and project management. As your days are getting busier and you are taking on more projects and assignments, you need these skills more than ever. It is the 41-day file folder system.

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13 Best Productivity Apps: Tools to Make 2022 Your Most Productive Year Yet

Success

Suited for busy individuals and small teams, Ayoa also comes with all the features you’d expect in a project management platform: sharing, deadlines, task prioritization, chat and more. In a world of Google Docs and learning Zoom etiquette , pen-and-paper to-do lists leave a lot to be desired. Trustpilot : 4.3 Google Play : 4.7

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Leveraging Procedures for Effective Training and Onboarding

All Things Admin

You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. If you don’t have procedures in place, one approach to onboarding involves having the new hire document the procedures as they learn. The process for ordering office supplies and setting up the conference room for meetings was different.

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Simplify Daily Tasks with Technology

Office Dynamics

One of my favorite aspects of attending a professional development conference is the opportunity to connect with other administrative professionals to share processes, tips, best practices and learn how they simplify daily tasks with technology. How exciting is it to learn something new related to your field from someone that uses it daily?

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