I think Jan Jones says it best here. I raise my coffee mug to the men and women that provide exceptional and extraordinary administrative and office support each and every day. Administrative Assistantexecutive assistantOffice Support Professional
For those of us in the administrative field, there are few things that can get us as fired-up as trying to define and explain the ‘career administrative professional’. Let’s start with some frequently asked questions about the profession. What is an administrative professional? Why is the title ‘Secretary’ insulting to some, but not to others?…
It takes a person of strong character to be the front line of defense. At least a three dozen times in my career I’ve had to politely change the direction of a conversation. Or, not so politely but definitely directly. Here are some prime examples: Sabotaging Peers “I need to see the (other) department’s projections…
On a rare occasion, I’ll find myself with a day with few or no obligations. No obligations to drive my kid to a school function. No obligation to work or do laundry or to go to the grocery store. Then, it hits me. Oooh! I can go see that movie I’ve wanted to go see.…
CEO / Founder Executive Assistants Organization (EAO) Behind Every Leader Events (BEL) Ever since Victoria Rabin came onto the platform for administrative training, her passion and energy has captured the attention of assistants all over the world. Her unique approach, her ability to garner presentations from some of highest level EAs in the business world,…
What a difference time makes? I was recently reviewing my older posts as I’m prepping for a training session.. and I came across this beauty from February 2008. Believe it or Not.. I had to really look at this story with a completely different perspective given the nation’s struggling economy. This posting looks like a…
Friends, IAAP Members and any administrative staffer looking to improve your performance in the profession.. Check out this superb opportunity – May 6, 2009- Space is limited, but registrations are still being accepted as of 4/27/09. Joan Burge Live! Capital Chapter IAAP presents Joan Burge Live! A renowned author and administrative expert, Joan Burge, President…
