Do you know how to showcase your administrative talents and experience quickly and effectively? Is your online presence as strong as it needs to be? Do you know how to immediately differentiate yourself from other candidates being considered for the same promotion or...
When I’m struggling to work effectively with someone, I try to better understand them by determining their personality type – how they gather information, what energizes or drains them, how they make decisions, and how they approach the world around them. Then I look...
Starting a new job makes anyone nervous. But it can be especially difficult for a new executive who is expected to hit the ground running. As his or her new admin, there are plenty of things you can do to make the transition easier and make your new executive feel...
An admin’s world is always changing. New software and technology comes along, better strategies are implemented, and executives require more support than ever before. If you can’t keep up with the pace, you’re going to be left behind! The skills that got you into the...
We’ve all been there. After countless hours searching for just the right position, you finally get the call you’ve been waiting for – the company wants to meet you! So you went for the interview. You thought the interview went pretty well, but instead of a job offer,...
As an admin, you know the importance of a well-written, typo-free resume, one that looks professional and effectively conveys your experience, skills and abilities. However, these days having all this down on a sheet of paper isn’t enough. It needs to be digital. For...
This article was updated on November 3, 2015. As an admin, you know the importance of a well-written, typo-free resume, one that looks professional and effectively conveys your experience, skills, and abilities. However, these days having all this down on a sheet of...
Hello! It’s May -- one of my all-time favorite months of the entire year! I enjoy the bright colors, new life, and fresh flowers and blooms of spring. Plus, my birthday is in May, so there are always fun surprises and treats associated with that! This May also marks...
This article was updated on April 18, 2016. This article was originally published in OfficePro magazine and is reprinted here with permission. Professional portfolios demonstrate skills and experiences, and signify an admin’s dedication to his or her profession. Do...
What a phenomenal week this has been! We had the biggest turnout yet for our free webinar on April 1. As a result, hundreds of admins have been participating in our Spotlight Your Career 5 Day Challenge with us this week. It has been an excellent combination of...
Your professional portfolio – whether it’s in print or digital format – is one of the best ways you can showcase your administrative skills and abilities, and work samples are a key piece of the portfolio puzzle. Yet many admins struggle with what to include and how...
This post was updated on August 14, 2017. When it comes to putting the spotlight on your administrative career, are you hiding in the corner or taking center stage? If you want to be considered for a promotion, raise, or exciting company projects, then you can’t hide....