All Things Admin

MARCH 11, 2024

Some think the learning curve is too steep; others believe that the emerging technology will eventually replace them, and they don’t want to speed up what they see as an inevitable “rise of the robots.” Other popular project management tools include Asana, Basecamp, Trello, ClickUp, and Monday.com.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 10, 2021

To do this, you need systems. . Whether you realize it or not, you probably already have systems in place, both personally and professionally. You use systems every day – often without even thinking about them – to perform tasks both simple (booting up your computer each morning) and complicated (planning meetings and events).

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

I know many seasoned executive assistants who think they do not need to focus on or pay attention to their basic skills, what is also known as the fundamentals. They feel they have been managing calendars or planning meetings forever so why pay attention. Every career has certain core fundamental skills. Time Management.

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Bonnie Low-Krayman

JANUARY 10, 2024

What leaders and HR recruiters have discovered is that many of their current staff possess not-so-obvious talents and skills that can be leveraged for current projects. In addition to already having excellent organizational, communication, and scheduling skills, many administrative professionals also can flex the following skills.

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

EAs will often have random projects that require them to collaborate with other departments - it’s essential to maintain those human connections. A Reliable System for Tracking Tasks We’re not going to suggest one “right” system for how you manage tasks. Some people prefer a paper diary or a system of sticky notes.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. The process for ordering office supplies and setting up the conference room for meetings was different. Set up a branded email for the new hire, complete with an appropriate title and auto-signature.

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Success

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Some ended up right back on their Zoom calls, leading to questions about the significance of the brick-and-mortar office. The levels of engagement in my team went up, retention went up and we were more productive. He thinks offering a remote role would set employees up for failure from the beginning. “A

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Success

MARCH 23, 2023

We saw their self-esteem and self-confidence go up in that short amount of time.” These students can choose between courses that teach both core soft skills, such as “ communications ” or “community and culture,” and hard technical skills. They yearned for more and they knew they had the skill set to accomplish more.

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Worxbee

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Agree on a communication system In a remote environment, clear communication begins with an effective system and channels through which to communicate. Project management tools (including the ability to leave notes and assign tasks). Project management tools (including the ability to leave notes and assign tasks).

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Worxbee

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Here are some common areas where the roles differ: Experience A senior executive assistant will usually have several years of experience (at least 5-10) working as an executive assistant, or in a general administrative role that developed their skills. This criterion is, again, something that varies between organizations.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 2, 2011

Creative problem-solving skills are required for achieving exceptional performance in most tasks. Generate more ideas – You might be able to come up with five ideas for a new training program… expect none are innovative. Push to come up with 10 or 15 ideas, increasing the likelihood of a gem. Related articles.

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Allwork

MARCH 9, 2023

So, whether you’re a coworking space manager looking to simplify your operations or an entrepreneur considering entering the coworking industry, this guide is here to help you make an informed decision. andcards Efficiently managing a coworking space should be easy, and that’s exactly what andcards aims to help operators do.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 26, 2017

A few years ago I was working as a PA within a large team of highly qualified, talented and very very confident project management consultants. I’ve thrown myself into a few situations where I have felt totally out of my depth, questioned my entire career and skill set and basically wanted to crawl back into bed and hide.

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Eat Your Career

JUNE 12, 2017

But it’s important to understand what you’re getting into and to avoid setting yourself up for disappointments with unrealistic expectations. For example, a recent OfficeTeam survey of the administrative profession found that employers pay up to 8% more on average (in the U.S.) Sometimes, yes, but not necessarily.

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Allwork

JULY 28, 2022

Lisa Gevelber is the founder and head of Grow with Google, Google’s tech skilling workforce development initiative. Lisa Gevelber is the founder and head of Grow with Google, Google’s tech skilling workforce development initiative. Lisa has worked doing tremendous work with Google’s Tech Skilling Workforce Initiative.

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 17, 2010

Summer is one of the best times for me to catch up on my learning, so this summer I’ve decided to go to camp! Check out the great online training lineup for the VAClassroom Summer Skill Camp – and bring along your camp songs! 10 in-demand skills over 10 weeks. Join me on July 6th for the VAClassroom Summer Skill Camp.

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Andrea Kalli

JUNE 17, 2010

Summer is one of the best times for me to catch up on my learning, so this summer I’ve decided to go to camp! Check out the great online training lineup for the VAClassroom Summer Skill Camp – and bring along your camp songs! 10 in-demand skills over 10 weeks. Join me on July 6th for the VAClassroom Summer Skill Camp.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 19, 2017

So we asked our attendees what they thought about their career paths, skills development, performance reviews , and any other developmental aspects of their jobs. Consult other PAs, your manager(s), and your organisation’s HR for advice in progressing your career development. There is no specific PA skills development.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities. Your systems have to be bullet proof if you want your executives to trust you and the partnership to remain strong. Even finding an extra five minutes a day to work on your organization skills will add up over time. Project Management.

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Allwork

APRIL 3, 2023

About this episode Andrew Filev was running a successful micro multinational company in 2000 and adopted an agile methodology to speed up the projects. Despite this, it was challenging to keep up with the pace of the workload. This inspired him to create a new software category, which is now a multi- billion-dollar industry.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 26, 2023

​Whether you’re using it for travel planning, procedures development, project management, or just basic notetaking, OneNote is one of the most dynamic software programs out there for administrative professionals. This will show up under “My Templates” for ongoing use in your notebook. With a Powerful Professional Portfolio.

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All Things Admin

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

One of the more labor-intensive procedures my team and I use covers how we add new courses to our learning management system. ChatGPT or Gemini : For speeding up the process of creating, editing, and improving procedures. Asana or Teamwork : For project management with detailed documentation capabilities.

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Worxbee

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Broadly speaking, these are agencies or companies that have set up to find EAs and match them up with the businesses that are looking to hire. It might seem like a small distinction, but the ability to work in a virtual environment is a specific skill set, as is being able to identify great candidates for a virtual role.

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Worxbee

JUNE 14, 2021

Succession planning is all about protecting the future of your company, so that you can keep key skills and talent coming up through your pipeline. It’s about identifying the crucial skills and knowledge your company needs to keep going, as well as key relationships and organizational practices. It’s a battle for talent.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 20, 2017

Project Management Apps: Teamwork is, by far, my favorite project management app. You can update statuses, track time and tasks, and get real-time updates on all your projects. Chat by phone or video conferencing, record meetings, and share screens to keep each other up to date, even if you’re continents apart!

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 10, 2009

And it’s sweet because now I get to discuss my ultimate, favorite topic: T, for Time-based, which has a great deal to do with project management. And project management is what I do best. And then, you’ll be managing your project properly. To begin well, to progress well and to end well.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 15, 2023

Lysan Drabon, Managing Director Europe, Project Management Institute: “Talking about breaking down barriers to employment is not enough. We need to equip the workforce with the new skills that the economy needs. These measures would slash energy bills, create 500,000 skilled jobs, and save the NHS £1.4

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Jen Lawrence

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

We want to live off referrals instead of sinking money into online ads and robust marketing systems. Ramp up your communication skills to be obsessive about the details and be proactive about answering “What’s next?” It’s simple – the right systems will elevate your client experience and business.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 30, 2017

Baby boomers often struggle with mastering new technologies like CRM tools and online project management systems. Focus on assigning projects that match baby boomers’ unique skills, and offer ongoing performance reviews and raises. Mix up Your Teams. Offer Ongoing Tech Training.

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C-Suite Assistants

AUGUST 31, 2021

Not only are you focusing on how to grow your business through hiring, training and fundraising, but you are also juggling the million administrative tasks that come up during the day. Startups are all about keeping up this momentum and energy, putting systems in place to manage rapid growth and a lot of hard work and innovation.

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All Things Admin

JANUARY 4, 2023

They love a long research project or a deep dive into a subject, and they’d rather not be interrupted while they’re working. But they often lose track of time, forget to come up for air, and can struggle when they need to change gears. Cliff Hangers ordinarily wait until the last minute to make a decision. The Bottom Line.

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Worxbee

MARCH 22, 2021

In this world, corporations need to level up in order to make their executives more successful in the new economy. The ability to work virtually isn’t a given — it requires a different skill set than what many have been accustomed to. Remote systems and processes might look a lot different. Click To Tweet.

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Jen Lawrence

JULY 27, 2020

STEP 2: Create a task management system that works for you. There’s a natural cycle to tasks and your system should solve for each phase of the cycle: capture, organize, and prioritize. STEP 5: Create a weekly wrap up routine. set aside time to do a Weekly Wrap Up. Get started here. Watch it here !

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2010

Guest Blog entry provided by Debbie Gross, Chief Executive Assistant to John Chamber, Cisco Systems. I have grown and developed my skills, my knowledge and my network and have come to love this as a career of choice. It is about making magic happen or whipping up a miracle while our principals think it's "just normal".

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 10, 2012

A few years ago I worked in a department with a dozen or so Project Managers who were all highly qualified Six Sigma professionals. They were a great bunch to be a round and during my time there I did learn a lot about the dark art of project management!

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2010

Guest Blog entry provided by Debbie Gross, Chief Executive Assistant to John Chamber, Cisco Systems. I have grown and developed my skills, my knowledge and my network and have come to love this as a career of choice. It is about making magic happen or whipping up a miracle while our principals think it's "just normal".

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Worxbee

MARCH 29, 2021

but the reality is an EA isn’t a stereotypical secretary-type role, it’s the role of a skilled and committed professional. A career executive assistant has skills that are more advanced than your average assistant. An executive assistant, on the other hand, often takes more of a project management role.

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