Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 27, 2015
An internal network will help us to build stronger relationships and enable better teamwork, communication and easier delegation and reciprocation of help. With Personal Assistants wanting to take on more responsibility this will free up time for management and avoid unnecessary duplication in teams.
Office Dynamics
APRIL 6, 2017
It began several years ago when I started working for Mr. H as a temp. Later I was recruited by Mr. W – he made it clear that my first priority was to create a highly functioning admin team and to assist him with his management team. At any given moment we are asked and expected to be: Calendar Managers. Facility Managers.
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All Things Admin
MARCH 26, 2024
According to a report by the American Society of Administrative Professionals , non-managing APs tend to be involved only in the upkeep of existing systems, with their managing counterparts playing a more substantial role in enhancing and developing new processes. As a result, she felt more confident about covering for me.
Recruit CRM
MAY 29, 2021
HR Uprising is about creating an inclusive forum that enables us… Spotify The HR Uprising Podcast by Lucinda Carney explores the hot HR topics starting from talent and succession management, setting up new ways of working, internal mobility as a talent management strategy and so on. Think about that for a minute.
Melissa Peoples
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
At first blush, my pride flared up and my internal Vanessa started to craft a sassy retort to the gentleman about the awesomeness of my resume, yada yada. For most administrative professionals, the majority of our roles contain functions that recur, such as calendar management, expense reporting and travel arrangements.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
AUGUST 16, 2010
I have some experience as an executive assistant for mid-management, but I am starting to apply for jobs that support high level executives, such as CEO, Chief Counsel & managing partners. I mention how I worked for all my CEOs because I was recruited away as a temp. There wasn't much information out there. Luckily, I did!
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
SEPTEMBER 11, 2012
I have heard of EAs working for successful international corporations and earning a very large salary. State you’d love to be an EA and learn so much you can be promoted to coordinator, director, manager. Even asking to intern, shadow, or be mentored by someone well respected is a great first step. Work on your weaknesses.
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