All Things Admin

JANUARY 23, 2024

Send out a quick department-wide email or speak up in the next staff meeting to let people know where to find your procedures. EXPLORE THE RESOURCES © 2024 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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JUNE 6, 2023

All too often, admins think that if they just show up every day and do their work, they’ll end up where they want to be. The people who “just show up” are will become stagnant – or worse, redundant. The people who focus on curating their careers are the ones who will move up and achieve fulfillment.

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All Things Admin

MAY 13, 2024

I grew up around it. The Internet is packed full of training and resources (some of it’s even free) to help you learn just about anything you have an interest in. If you get support in the form of formal training or brainstorming with a fellow admin or colleague, you can expedite the learning curve even more. I enjoy it.

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All Things Admin

JULY 27, 2022

They reduce the number of things you have to remember, freeing up valuable headspace for the things that really matter. If you want to make a checklist for opening up the office, for instance, simply write down everything you do as you’re doing it. Pick up notes/mail from weekend. Turn off forwarding on phones. Log into PC.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

When creating this procedure, I included advanced documentation techniques such as screenshots and video walk-throughs to make sure that anyone who followed the procedure would be set up for success, even if it was their very first time performing the task. Interactive tutorials, simulations, and hands-on training are most effective.

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JANUARY 8, 2024

Keep your procedures up to date. Need help powering up your procedures project? SEE THE RESOURCES © 2024 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? Avoid using technical jargon if possible. These resources can help!

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All Things Admin

MAY 5, 2022

The best part is that creating a social portfolio is as easy as setting up a social profile! Training Specialist. EA Advocate and Mentor. The experience, education, and skills sections, along with applicable documentation to back up your claims, help you shine. Here are some examples: Executive Assistant to the CEO.

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By learning how to use and leverage the various apps in the productivity and collaboration suite now, you can set yourself up for future success! © 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

When you look at this as a one-time project, you set yourselves up for failure. Spend the first five minutes of your workday outlining a procedure you need to create while your computer boots up. If you want to make consistent progress on procedures documentation, you need to make it a habit, not a project.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 26, 2022

While personal situations and the pandemic make it easy to come up with excuses to put my project on the back burner, it’s time to get it done. Not up for caring for a living thing at the office? Even a nice silk arrangement can perk up your workspace and your mood. HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

When was the last time you made an effort to catch up on your filing? Filing usually means getting up from your desk, walking to a supply cabinet, locating the file folders, walking back to your desk, printing a label, feeding the label sheet into the printer, retrieving the label from the printer, and finally assembling the file.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 16, 2023

Procedures writing samples are a fantastic way to bulk up your professional portfolio because they’re so easy to create and can be made for virtually anything! © 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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JANUARY 30, 2024

When the five minutes were up, everyone shared what they accomplished. When I’m waiting for a training video to upload, I don’t like doing other tasks on my computer to slow it down. The participants picked one procedure from their list. I set a timer for five minutes. Several participants had indeed created a complete procedure.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 15, 2022

If you decide you need to include a phone number, consider setting up a free Google Voice phone number. While most companies are on the up-and-up, you’re likely to get a lot of spam, as well. Remember to also include any training, special certifications, or credentials you’ve attained.

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DECEMBER 1, 2020

But you don’t just show up to the airport and board a plane. It sets you up for success. Ask yourself these questions to help jog your memory about other achievements from the past year: • Did you attend any professional development training? (in Did you mentor or help another colleague achieve a goal? • As we (finally!)

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All Things Admin

MAY 18, 2022

Keeping your network informed helps people track down resources, find mentors, brainstorm solutions, share best practices, and much more. Next up, my PowerPoint certification.” And it’s all backed up by work samples that provide proof of your statements! . HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE.

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All Things Admin

MAY 5, 2021

If you don’t implement it then it’s just a document taking up space on your hard drive. You may be disciplined enough to keep yourself on track, or you may need a mentor, accountability partner, or career coach to make it happen. If you don’t already have a mentor or accountability partner, find one. Keep It Visible.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

And an admin who is unable or unwilling to keep up with the ever-changing technological demands of the profession will get left behind. © 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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APRIL 17, 2024

What’s nice about this is that all your files will show up together in alphabetical order by the name of the file. EXPLORE THE RESOURCES © 2024 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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JANUARY 24, 2022

As a virtual assistant, I was managing up to 10 different email accounts for various projects, and I wasn’t keeping up. I needed to change, so I sought out books and training on email management. Then COVID hit, and I just gave up on email entirely. Set Up Rules. When I started my own business, I got my answer.

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MARCH 15, 2021

To help you do that, we’ve come up with some resources on DST and time zones you should bookmark and reference any time you need to list multiple time zones. HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE. Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? Keeping them straight can be a challenge.

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All Things Admin

MARCH 9, 2022

I pull up a YouTube station and let it play until my task is finished. Can you follow up that request with a quick email so it doesn’t slip my mind?” HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE. Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? Exercise of any sort seems to help. And that’s OK.

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All Things Admin

MARCH 26, 2024

She was very appreciative to have such a detailed point of reference to help her quickly get up to speed. offices, and train them in how to create their own desk reference guide. 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.

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 26, 2023

People set up home offices and found ways to avoid interruptions. Dress for Success We all want to feel comfortable in our own homes, but showing up for a video meeting undergroomed or underdressed is unacceptable. The world was chaotic and our working environments mirrored that. They rediscovered the value of professionalism.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 15, 2023

If there’s any chance that the someone reviewing your professional portfolio might be confused about what skills it’s meant to showcase or why you included it, it’s best to bring it up to P.A.R. stands for: P – Project or problem A – Action R – Result If you’d like more information on how to bring your work samples up to P.A.R.,

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JUNE 13, 2023

But first you need to get your work samples up to P.A.R. Some questions you can ask yourself to bring your portfolio up to P.A.R © 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? What was the action that I took?

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 17, 2022

Training – Yellow. Note: You may need to move it up from the bottom of your tag list in order to see it once you’ve imported it. HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE. Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? Here is the color code I use in my office: Speaking Engagements – Red.

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All Things Admin

MAY 26, 2021

Travelers headed to one place may enforce mask mandates; another may leave it up to the individual. Many of these restrictions change daily, so it’s difficult to keep up. If all else fails, pick up the phone and call the local officials. HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE. Testing May Be Required.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 26, 2023

Create a Template When I train people on creating office procedures, I start by encouraging them to use a template so that they have a standardized tool to help them keep their procedures consistent from page to page whether they are typed or handwritten. This will show up under “My Templates” for ongoing use in your notebook.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 10, 2022

Are there any items that are just taking up space? HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE. Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? Take a look around your workspace. Is it organized or a disaster area? Can you quickly and easily find things? Create workspace zones.

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AUGUST 3, 2022

It’s easy to grab your binder, look up a procedure or refer to a checklist, and get on with your day. I can set it up to mirror my print procedures binder, so I don’t waste any time hunting for something. HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE. Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Coming up with a great idea or a new way of doing things is good; working with others to make that idea or process the best it can possibly be is better. © 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Each type helps set you up for success. When you show up to your review with your portfolio, there’s no need for your executive to ask questions about what you’ve done all year. Most people who show up for a job interview are going to say that they can do the job. Performance Reviews. The proof is right in front of them.

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All Things Admin

AUGUST 3, 2023

By learning your overall work style, the type of environment in which you perform best, and how you prefer to approach problem-solving and decision-making, you’re able to set yourself up for success and adapt in any situation. Develop a personal advisory board. Embrace technology wholeheartedly.

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JUNE 13, 2023

Engage in conversations with mentors, industry professionals, or career coaches who can provide valuable advice, insights, and support throughout your journey. Consider enrolling in courses, attending workshops, pursuing certifications, or participating in relevant training programs to enhance your skill set.

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All Things Admin

OCTOBER 20, 2021

You need a password to boot up your work computer, log in to your network, access your office intranet, open your project management software, and access your cloud server. If you have to input things like the street you grew up on, your first dog’s name, or the model of the car you had in high school, stay away. Think about it.

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JUNE 22, 2022

Link Up With LinkedIn. By linking up with LinkedIn, you’re making yourself visible to recruiters, hiring managers, potential employers, and anyone else who stumbles across your profile. HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE. Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website?

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