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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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The What, Who and How of Outsourcing… So You Can Let Go

Success

While you’re certainly capable of answering the telephone, filing and ordering supplies, why waste your time on drudgery that almost anyone could do? When you start talking to a potential outsourcing hire, make sure the person understands your business, your needs and possesses the necessary skills. Then bump it up to scheduling.

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Picking up skills along the EA career path

Practically Perfect PA

The Account Manager role was a little side step along my career path but required the same skills I would need in my next role as a PA and Administrative Manager. Learning how to use and fix a variety of office equipment. Learning as you go. Learning to multi-task. Arranging catering and dealing with external suppliers.

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What does it take to be a successful HR Assistant?

Page Personnel

Skill sets required to be successful in this field are broad, and as a result, employees must possess different skills to perform well in human resources. A great HR assistant needs excellent people and communication skills. This could include looking after employees, managers, customers, suppliers and clients.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. Interpersonal & Communications skills Communication is essential to being successful with office manager responsibilities.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. Highlight WIFM (what’s in it for me) and help them to see that you will gain skills and knowledge that will be essential for future growth. When it came to appraisal time I then had a working file to draw on.

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Guest Blogger: David B. Wright, Author

The Office Professionals Place

And youve been following all the best career advice and job search tips youve read, heard, learned, and developed. Help them better leverage partners and suppliers? You are informing the company about yourself, your background, your skills, and so while proving to them that you can give a presentation or conduct a business meeting.