The Latest from the All Things Admin Blog

7 Simple Ways to Stay Current on Technology

Where would we be without technology? Most likely we’d still be battling with correction tape, typewriter ribbons, and carbon paper. Thankfully, technology has advanced our profession (and us) well past that era. Now, we rarely go anywhere without our smartphones. Our...

A History of Disruptive Technologies in the Admin Profession

As a speaker, I like to start my sessions on innovation by asking assistants to think back on the things that used to be a part of the office when they started in the field, but aren’t anymore. It’s usually a fun little jaunt down memory lane as we share flashbacks of...

Embrace Artificial Intelligence and All That It Can Offer You

From retail to health care, artificial intelligence (AI) technology is seeping into just about every industry, including the administrative field. And it's only going to increase in popularity in the coming years. Yet some assistants see AI as a threat to their...

Top 10 Tips for Travel Planning [Infographic]

Travel planning involves coordinating a lot of details and being ready to deal with the unexpected – flight cancelations, lost luggage, traffic jams, illnesses. But it doesn’t have to be a stressful hassle! With these tips, you can plan and organize travel like a...

Top 10 Tips for Organization [Infographic]

Organization is an essential skill for all administrative professionals. Yet a lot of admins struggle to get and stay organized. Need some help in this area? These tips will help you on your way to organizing anything – from your workspace to your career!

Top 10 Tips for Professional Portfolios [Infographic]

A professional portfolio is one of the best career resources for administrative professionals. Do you have one? Learn how to create your portfolio, what to include, how to keep it current, and more with these valuable tips!

Top 10 Tips for Career Growth [Infographic]

As an admin, you need to be proactive about your career! Find out how to stay relevant in your field, continue your education, and ensure your future success with these important tips on career growth!

Top 10 Tips for Procedures [Infographic]

Procedures are an essential component of keeping your office – and the entire company – running smoothly. They are your professional safety net! It may seem like an overwhelming project to develop them, but it doesn’t need to be! You can create procedures that help...

Celebrating 10 Years [Infographic]

All Things Admin is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this month! We have thoroughly enjoyed supporting your administrative success throughout the past decade. And we’re looking forward to the next 10 years! To kick off our anniversary celebration, we’re giving you...

An Admin’s Guide to Managing Up

In many industries, the lines between manager and worker tend to be fairly clear. Managers manage; workers work. An employee in a retail setting, for instance, generally isn’t responsible for handling their manager’s schedule, making calls and sending emails on the...